

"If looks could kill."
Set in Los Angeles in 1981, the story follows a 17-year-old version of Bret Easton Ellis during his final year at the elite Buckley prep school. Upending his world is the arrival of a mysterious new student, Robert Mallory, whose unsettling presence coincides with the activities of a serial killer known as The Trawler.

It's the summer of 1981 in Los Angeles; a series of disturbing crimes coincides with the arrival of a strange new student in Bret's orbit.

Bret digs deeper into Robert's murky past and uncovers shocking evidence.

A beloved student's sudden disappearance causes chaos for the senior class.

Susan's welcome party for Robert is overshadowed by a terrifying and violent incident.
A televised dance competition culminates with a horrifying showstopper.
Troubled Debbie is galvanized by a new extracurricular.
A surprising Homecoming King and Queen are crowned as the Trawler's killing spree continues.

Bret Easton Ellis

Susan Reynolds

Robert Mallory

Debbie Schaffer

Thom Wright

Liz Schaffer

Terry Schaffer