The Killing Cycle
CRIME DETECTIVE EROTICA LGBT SUSPENSE/THRILLER
2000s
Timothy Owen
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Submision Type
book
Logline
His latest victim was a little feistier than he had expected and now he is in deep shit. DNA everywhere, including under her fingernails! What is a boy to do? Well, head off to some isolated destination and try to stay out of trouble. Or at least, stop the trouble from being linked back to him.
Genre
Crime,Detective,Erotica,LGBT,Suspense/Thriller
Short Summary
Preface: A dark self-exposé of why the narrator believes he is special. Ch1: Our serial killer is giving a manicure to his latest victim. Primarily because his skin is under her nails, but hey, she is going to look so pretty afterwards and that makes him feel good. She deserves it.
Setting
South Africa, Alaska
Based on a True Story
No
Plot - Premise
Other
Plot - Other Elements
Twist
Mature Audience Themes
Incest,Sexual Abuse
Main Character Details
Name: Unrevealed
Age: 30
Gender: Male
Role: Protagonist
Key Traits: Badass,Charming,Complex,Confident,Crazy,Naive,Narcisstic,Funny,Manipulative,Unapologetic,Lone Wolf
Additional Character Details
Name: Darla - lead detective in charge of finding our main character
Age: 35
Gender: Female
Role: Antagonist
Key Traits: Confident,Leader,Skillful,Strong Moral Code,Decisive,Empathetic
Additional Character Details
Name: Craig - a rookie newly appointed to Darla's team
Age: 25
Gender: Lgbt
Role: logical
Key Traits: Aspiring,Charming,Clumsy,Engaging,Modest,Sexy,Strong Moral Code
Additional Character Details
Name: Simone
Age: 32
Gender: Female
Role: antagonist
Key Traits: Badass,Aggressive,Charming,Confident,Crazy,Villainous,Unapologetic
Genre
SUSPENSE, THRILLER, DRAMA
Brief
A psychopathic serial killer is enjoying his last kill while Detective Darla is getting closer to catching him. The killer is basking in his successful evasion of the police for so many years as another killer with similar style gains attention. Darla puts the pieces together but it is the other killer,Simone, that has it out for the mysterious murder. He killed her intended kill and she is coming for vengeance.
Overall Rating
GOOD
Narrative Elements
Authors Writing Style: GOOD
Characterization: GOOD
Commerciality: FAIR
Franchise Potential: EXCELLENT
Pace: GOOD
Premise: GOOD
Structure: GOOD
Theme: GOOD
Accuracy of Book Profile
Yes, the book accurately reflects the book.
Draw of Story
The story starts off with the unnamed serial killer giving a manicure to his latest victim. She is dead and he is cleaning any of his DNA from under her nails. He is not remorseful but ecstatic about his latest kill. The story shows the mind of a psychopath and it is intriguing.
Possible Drawbacks
This book is graphic and details rape and murder in a triggering way. Some of the scenes are hard to read because the killer has sexual rage towards women and is obviously extremely violent. To avoid this, it would be better to skip that and see the aftermath of what he has done once the bodies are found by the authorities. This book is filled with gruesome scenes as well as some intense sexual scenes that won't appeal to many audiences.
Use of Special Effects
THE STORY DOES NOT RELY ON SPECIAL EFFECTS
Primary Hook of Story
The hook is that a psychopath serial killer is on the loose as has successful avoided police for almost 15 years.
Fanbase Potential
This could have a large fanbase because it's a crime drama. That genre is very successful and stories can be retold in a multitude of ways with becoming stale. This story details the kills which would draw horror and thrill seekers. It ends with a nice resolution with the bad guys caught and the mysteries solved.
Awards Potential
This does have awards potential if the serial killer role is played properly. This killer is not remorseful and unapologetic of his crimes. He sees himself above everyone and that is an interesting dynamic to be played. The inner workings of a successful serial killer is an explorations into the psyche of a unique mind.
Envisioned Budget
MEDIUM BUDGET
Similar Films/TV Series
SILENCE OF THE LAMBS, CRIMINAL MINDS, DEXTER
What’s New About the Story
The type of crimes the serial killer commits are pretty unique. He is described as having sexual rage against women ,mainly, and is satisfied by killing them in specific ways.
Lead Characters
The lead characters ideas about the world and his crimes make him stand out. He is a gay man that rapes, tortures and murders women who are mesustrating. He is blissfully happy while killing. His prejudices are also unique.
Uniqueness of Story
This isn't a rare gem because it is very similar to other books and stories of its genre. It has, however, been done well - even if it is a bit predictable.
Possible Formats
Film - Indie, Film - Streaming, Film - Studio, TV Series - Cable, TV Series - Limited Run / Mini-Series, TV Series - Streaming
Analyst Recommendation
CONSIDER
Justification
This is a consider rather than a higher grade because it is very violent. The way the killer kills his victim would be triggering to many especially its mostly directed towards women. It would need to be less graphic.