The Scarf

In Robert Bloch's chilling first novel, The Scarf, readers are introduced to Dan Morley, an affable aspiring novelist who captivates those around him, particularly women. Beneath his charming exterior lies a dark secret: a compulsive urge to kill that drives him to commit unspeakable acts. This noir psychological thriller sets the stage for Bloch's later masterpiece, Psycho, offering a disturbing glimpse into the mind of a serial killer.