Kind of just the opposite, according to his "handlers" HOrns had more to think about, consequences, etc... NOS4A2 is a good old fashioned horror story in line with Heart Shaped Box. I was told if you liked HSB you will like this, by the publishers. When i talked to the lady, i told her i loved horns and cant finish reading NOS4A2 even though i loved the first 300 pages, it lost my interest after that.... She stated that HSB and NOs4a2 will appeal to the same fans.