Once Upon a Time in Hollywood

I wasn't expecting too much going into this book, I was really hoping it would be just as good as the movie or not a complete copy of the movie, but if it was I wouldn't be upset. But, fortunately this was much more than that. It adds so much to each character, Tarantino also does a fantastic job at keeping the same atmosphere as the film. Characters like Charles Manson, which only had once scene in the film, had a lot more to do in this novel. And “pussycat” became a much darker character than I thought she was from the movie, even though I knew she's a part of the Manson family. And, the biggest depth is definitely to Cliff Booth. They add so much to his character that he feels like a brand new character even though all of it makes complete sense. I would love this novel, everything that is in it, to be adapted into a mini series. But, this novel definitely isn't going to appeal to everyone. If you thought the film was good but didn't like it until the final 30 minutes, this novel won't do much for you, other than the insight it puts on Cliff Booth and the Manson family, which doesn't take up nearly as much as the entire novel. Also, if you don't have love for cinema, like really, really love this novel also won't be for you. There are many chapters where the characters just go on tangents about different actors, films, or directors that doesn't really relate to the story of the novel. But I personally loved that stuff. So, if you loved the atmosphere, the entire film from beginning to end, loved the characters or were interested by them, and love cinema, this novel is definitely for you. I am excited for what Tarantino decides to write next.

9/10