Something Wicked This Way Comes is a timeless classic of fantasy and horror by Ray Bradbury. It follows the story of two best friends on the verge of their fourteenth birthdays— the unwavering Will Halloway and easily tempted Jim Nightshade. Will and Jim find themselves having to defeat the evil Mr. Dark/Illustrated Man and the rest of his carnival after accidentally witnessing unbelievable magic happen on a carousel on All Hallows Eve. Throughout the novel, Bradbury skillfully explores themes such as good versus evil, friendship and growing old. The novel reveals that the way to overcome evil is simply through love and laughter. Bradbury does a wonderful job of writing mesmerizing prose and beautiful monologues about life and aging. There's a lot to stop and think about between the lines in almost every paragraph. Overall, it's an incredible novel that truly changes your perspective on life.