The Descent: The Official Novelization - by Christian Francis (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

A tense and claustrophobic nightmare, this cult-classic is widely considered one of the best horror films of the 21st century. Written and directed by Neil Marshall, the director of Dog Soldiers and Hellboy, as well as episodes of Game of Thrones, Westworld and Hannibal.

Scream your last breath.

After a tragic accident, six friends reunite for a caving expedition. Their adventure soon goes horribly wrong when a collapse traps them deep underground and they find themselves pursued by bloodthirsty creatures. As their friendships deteriorate, they find themselves in a desperate struggle to survive the creatures and each other.

About the Author

Christian Francis is an author specializing in the darkest of fantasy and the strangest of horror. Alongside his original works for both adult and YA audiences, he has penned official novelizations of classic genre films, including Session 9, Wishmaster, Vamp, and Creature (also known as Titan Find). He has also collaborated with legendary horror filmmaker Tom Holland (writer and director of Fright Night and Child's Play) on the gripping horror-murder mystery Killing Frank. Looking ahead to 2025, Christian will continue expanding his repertoire of official novelizations with adaptations of beloved genre classics such as Maniac Cop (1, 2, and 3), The First Power, Retribution, The Gate, and more.