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Anne Rice
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Interview With The Vampire : Number 1 in series
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In a darkened room a young man sits telling the macabre and eerie story of his life - the story of a vampire, gifted with eternal life, cursed with an exquisite craving for human blood.
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Gaston Leroux, Mireille Ribiere |
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The Phantom of the Opera
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"The Phantom of the Opera" could be a good read for those who enjoy suspenseful, gothic romances. The unique feature of this book is the tragic love story between the Phantom and Christine, which is the driving force of the novel. Readers will be captivated by the mystery and suspense surrounding the Phantom's actions and will be invested in the fate of the characters until the very end.
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Kirsty Logan
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Things We Say In The Dark
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A shocking collection of dark stories, ranging from chilling contemporary fairytales to disturbing supernatural fiction, by a talented writer who has been compared to Angela Carter.So here we go, into the dark.Some things can’t be spoken about in the light of day. But we can visit our fears at night, in the dark. We can turn them over and weigh them in our hands and maybe that will protect us from them. But maybe not.The characters in this collection find their aspirations for happy homes, happy families and happy memories dissected and imbued with shimmering menace. Alone in a remote house in Iceland a woman is unnerved by her isolation; another can only find respite from the clinging ghost that follows her by submerging herself in an overgrown pool. Couples wrestle with a lack of connection to their children; a schoolgirl becomes obsessed with the female anatomical models in a museum; and a cheery account of child’s day out is undercut by chilling footnotes.These dark tales explore women’s fears with electrifying honesty and invention and speak to one another about female bodies, domestic claustrophobia, desire and violence. From a talented writer who has been compared to Angela Carter, Things We Say in the Dark is a powerful contemporary collection of feminist stories, ranging from vicious fairy tales to disturbing horror and tender ghost stories.KIRSTY LOGAN WAS SELECTED AS ONE OF BRITAIN'S TEN MOST OUTSTANDING LGBTQ WRITERS by Val McDermid for the International Literature Showcase in 2019
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The Historian could be a good read for those who enjoy Gothic and historical fiction. The book's unique feature is its blending of fact and fiction to create a suspenseful and thrilling adventure. Readers may appreciate the novel's meticulously researched detail about the life of Vlad the Impaler, as well as the protagonist's quest to uncover the truth about her family's history. Overall, The Historian is a chilling and immersive read that will leave readers on the edge of their seats.
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Irvine Welsh, Oscar Wilde |
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The Picture of Dorian Gray
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"The Picture of Dorian Gray" is perfect for you if you're intrigued by the dark side of beauty and the consequences of eternal youth. Oscar Wilde's prose sparkles with wit and elegance, drawing you into a London where aesthetics reign supreme, and morality takes a back seat. It's a captivating read that combines elements of gothic horror with a profound philosophical discourse on the nature of beauty and corruption.
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H.P. Lovecraft
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Vintage
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The Call of Cthulhu and Other Weird Tales
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If you're looking for a journey into the unknown that'll stay with you after you turn the last page, H.P. Lovecraft's collection won't disappoint. The characteristic blend of the arcane and macabre in "The Call of Cthulhu and Other Weird Tales" is particularly well-suited for those who crave stories that leave a lasting impression of dread and provoke thoughts about what might lurk beyond the edge of human understanding.
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Rudyard Kipling
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Strange Tales
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Strange Tales by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of haunting short stories filled with ghosts, monsters, and inexplicable happenings that take place in exotic and magical locales of India, and the leafy suburbs of England. The stories are beautifully crafted to draw the reader into Kipling's own dark imaginings, leaving a chilling array of experiences and images that linger long after the book is finished. If you enjoy spine-tingling tales that are well-written, this book is perfect for you.
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Recommended for fans of horror and vampire fiction, Anne Rice's "Interview with the Vampire" is a captivating and iconic tale that explores the complexities of life, death and eternal hunger. Rice's writing is strikingly original and often beautiful, yet horrifying in its portrayal of the undead. The story is unforgettable and will leave readers with a new perspective on the vampire genre.
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Fiery, fierce, and erotic, Blood Canticle marks the triumphant culmination of Anne Rice's bestselling Vampire Chronicles, as Lestat tells his astounding tale of the pleasures and tortures that lie between death's shadow and immortality. . . .
Surrounded by its brooding swampscape, Blackwood Farm is alive with the comings and goings of the bewitched and the bewitching. Among them is the ageless vampire Lestat, vainglorious enough to believe that he can become a saint, weak enough to fall impossibly in love.Gripped by his unspeakable desire for the mortal Rowan Mayfair and taking the not so innocent, new-to-the-blood Mona Mayfair under his wing, Lestat braves the wrath of paterfamilias Julien Mayfair and ventures to a private island off the coast of Haiti. There, Saint Lestat will get his chance to slay his dragon. For Mona and the Mayfairs share an explosive, secret blood bond to another deathless species: a five-thousand-year-old race of Taltos, strangers held in the throes of evil itself.
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Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, David H. Guston, Ed Finn |
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Frankenstein : Annotated for Scientists, Engineers, and Creators of All Kinds
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This annotated version of Frankenstein is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the intersection of science and creativity. The annotations and essays included provide a deeper understanding of the social and ethical aspects involved in scientific innovations. The book showcases how Mary Shelley was ahead of her time in incorporating cutting-edge scientific developments into a gripping story of human ambition and hubris.
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Tim Middleton, Robert Louis Stevenson |
Wordsworth
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Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
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In seeking to discover his inner self, the brilliant Dr. Henry Jekyll discovers a monster.This spine-chilling thriller is a terrifying study of the duality of man's nature, and it is the book which established Stevenson's reputation as a writer.Also included in this volume is Stevenson's collection of short stories The Merry Men containing two other sinister tales Markheim and Thrawn Janet.
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'Dracula' is a classic novel filled with Gothic horror, suspense, and mystery, famous for introducing the iconic vampire character. The book is a thrilling read that transports you to the eerie Transylvania, which is dark and mystical, and Dracula's presence fills every page with anxiety and suspense. The story is a great fit for those who love vampire fiction and the Gothic genre and want to experience a book that is both frightening and thrilling at the same time.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
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Alma
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Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde and Other Stories
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This book is perfect for fans of dark mysteries and psychological thrillers. With its gripping storyline set in the grimy streets of Victorian London, it explores the depths of human nature and the consequences of indulging one's darker side. The split personality theme adds an intriguing twist, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Get ready to be enthralled and terrified by this enduring horror classic.
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Washington Irving
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Legend of Sleepy Hollow : Heinle Reading Library: Illustrated Classics Collection
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Ichabod Crane faces the terror of the Headless Horseman, and Rip Van Winkle rises from a 20-year sleep to find a world vastly changed in these two delightful classics of American literature. Complete and unabridged, newly reset in easy-to-read type, with 6 new full-page illustrations.
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Stephen Marlowe, Regina Marler, Edgar Allan Poe |
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The Fall Of The House Of Usher And Other Tales
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Classic tales of mystery, terror, and suspense, including The Fall of the House of Usher—the inspiration for the Netflix series from Mike Flanagan, the director of The Haunting of Hill House and Midnight Mass!This volume gathers together fourteen of Edgar Allan Poe's richest and most influential tales, “The Pit and the Pendulum,” his reimagining of Inquisition tortures; “The Tell-Tale Heart,” an exploration of a murderer’s madness, which Stephen King called “the best tale of inside evil ever written”; “The Fall of the House of Usher,” Poe’s tour de force about a family doomed by a grim bloodline curse; and his pioneering detective stories, “The Purloined Letter” and “The Murders in the Rue Morgue,” featuring a rational investigator with a poetic soul. Also included is Poe’s only full-length novel, Narrative of A. Gordon Pym.With an Introduction by Stephen Marloweand an Afterword by Regina Marler
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Anne Rice
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The Vampire Armand
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In this installment of The Vampire Chronicles, Anne Rice summons up dazzling worlds to bring us the story of Armand -- eternally young, with the face of a Botticelli angel. We travel with Armand across the centuries to the Kiev Rus of his boyhood -- a ruined city under Mongol dominion -- and to ancient Constantinople, where Tartar raiders sell him into slavery. And in a magnificent palazzo in the Venice of the Renaissance we see him emotionally and intellectually in thrall to the great vampire Marius, who masquerades among humankind as a mysterious, reclusive painter and who will bestow upon Armand the gift of vampiric blood.As the novel races to its climax, moving through scenes of luxury and elegance, of ambush, fire, and devil worship, to nineteenth-century Paris and today's New Orleans, we see its eternally vulnerable and romantic hero forced to choose between his twilight immortality and the salvation of his immortal soul.
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Oscar Wilde, Robert Mighall |
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The Picture of Dorian Gray
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"The Picture of Dorian Gray" is a timeless exploration of vanity, morality, and the dark corners of human nature. Oscar Wilde's eloquent prose invites you into a world where beauty and corruption dance in a seductive tango. Reading this novel is like peering into a mirror that reflects the soul's capacity for both elegance and evil. It's a must-read if you appreciate literature that marries Gothic horror with philosophical musings, all wrapped up in Wilde's uniquely witty banter.
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Jen Munford, Angela Carter |
Penguin
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The Bloody Chamber : And Other Stories (Penguin Ink)
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An absorbing collection of dark, sensual, and fantastic stories inspired by the fairy tales and legends of Red Riding Hood, Bluebeard, Beauty and the Beast, vampires, werewolves, and more.
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Melmoth is a haunting and atmospheric novel that delves deep into the complexities of guilt, redemption, and morality. Sarah Perry's exquisite writing and intricate character development will keep you hooked until the very last page. The novel's most distinctive feature is the character of Melmoth herself, a mysterious and enigmatic figure who has walked the earth for centuries, seeking redemption for her own past sins. This is a must-read for anyone who enjoys morally complex fiction that explores the darker side of human nature.
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Gaston Leroux
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The Phantom of the Opera
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This book is a captivating tale of love, passion, and obsession that unfolds in the mysterious corridors of a haunted Parisian opera house. With its Gothic atmosphere, tragic romance, and a touch of horror, "The Phantom of the Opera" will transport you to another era and keep you enthralled until the final page. Lose yourself in the dramatic tale of Christine, the Phantom, and her childhood sweetheart Raoul as their lives intertwine in a captivating and heartbreaking love triangle.
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Gaston Leroux
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The Phantom of the Opera
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"The Phantom of the Opera" is a timeless classic that interweaves themes of unrequited love, obsession, and tragedy. Readers who enjoy gothic horror and dark romance will be captivated by the story of Erik, the mysterious and disfigured Phantom who falls deeply in love with the beautiful Christine. The book's unique and distinctive feature is its haunting portrayal of the Phantom, a complex anti-hero who yearns for the love and acceptance of a society that has rejected him. Overall, "The Phantom of the Opera" is a must-read for anyone who appreciates a tale of love and tragedy set against the backdrop of a Parisian opera house.
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Walter de la Mare, Greg Buzwell |
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Out of the Deep : And Other Supernatural Tales
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"Out of the Deep: And Other Supernatural Tales" is the perfect read for fans of horror and suspense. The stories are set in ordinary English countryside locations but are eerie and inexplicable, leaving the reader feeling unsettled and uncomfortable. What makes this book unique is how the author weaves an air of suspense and tension around everyday events and happenings. Readers who enjoy complex and compelling supernatural stories will find each tale to be uniquely captivating, leaving them pondering the meaning beyond what's in front of them.
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Book of Shadows could be a fascinating read for anyone interested in exploring otherworldly roots and the dark mysteries of the past. The story takes place in the 19th-century French countryside and follows Herculine, a young orphan who is raised by nuns. The book is filled with unforgettable characters, including a witch, an incubus priest, and a demonic figure. It is a masterwork of imagination that is both disturbing and beautiful, perfect for fans of Anne Rice and Bram Stoker's Dracula.
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April Genevieve Tucholke
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Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea
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You stop fearing the Devil when you're holding his hand... Nothing much exciting rolls through Violet White's sleepy, seaside town... until River West comes along. River rents the guesthouse behind Violet's crumbling estate, and as eerie, grim things start to happen, Violet begins to wonder about the boy living in her backyard. Is River just a crooked-smiling liar with pretty eyes and a mysterious past? Or could he be something more? Violet's grandmother always warned her about the Devil, but she never said he could be a dark-haired boy who takes naps in the sun, who likes coffee, who kisses you in a cemetery...who makes you want to kiss back. Violet's already so knee-deep in love, she can't see straight. And that's just how River likes it. A gothic thriller romance with shades of Stephen King and F. Scott Fitzgerald, set against a creepy summertime backdrop—a must-read for fans of Beautiful Creatures, The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer, and Anna Dressed in Blood.
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Philip Pullman
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Count Karlstein: or The Ride of the Demon Huntsman
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Count Karlstein is a thrilling, fast-paced adventure story with a unique blend of classic and modern sources that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. With a vivid and imaginative world-building, Pullman creates a spine-chilling atmosphere with Zamiel the Demon Huntsman, setting the perfect ambiance for the story's gripping plot. This book is ideal for readers who enjoy fantasy, mystery, and adventure stories, and it will captivate them from start to finish.
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Philip Pullman
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Count Karlstein, or the Ride of the Demon Huntsman
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If you adore tales that blend the eerie with the absurd, "Count Karlstein" will not disappoint. Philip Pullman's knack for creating vivid, otherworldly landscapes shines through in this early work, long before his "His Dark Materials" fame. Expect a plot that tantalizes with danger and dark humor, inviting you on a thrilling journey through a fantastical All Souls' Eve adventure. This book is a gem for those who appreciate a lighter touch to their Gothic fixations.
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"The Honours" will be a great read for those who enjoy historical fiction with a dark twist. The book's unique feature is the fantastical world it is set in which will keep readers on the edge of their seats. The book presents a coming-of-age tale of a young girl who uncovers the secrets of an estate in the looming shadow of war. This novel is highly recommended for readers who enjoy thrilling and suspenseful narratives set in historical backgrounds.
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Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
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Penguin
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Frankenstein, or, The Modern Prometheus
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If you're into the timeless struggles of ethics in science and the complexities of what it means to be human, "Frankenstein" is more than just a horror story. Shelley's rich prose and the deep philosophical questions raised give this classic an enduring appeal. The relationship between Frankenstein and his creation challenges us to consider the consequences of our ambitions and the responsibilities we hold toward our creations.
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Tim Burton
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The Melancholy Death of Oyster Boy
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This book is a great read for those who enjoy dark comedy and appreciate Burton's gothic, offbeat style. The characters are uniquely strange and each story leaves a lasting impression. Fans of Edward Scissorhands and The Nightmare Before Christmas will surely love The Melancholy Death of Oyster Boy.
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Claire Legrand, Sarah Watts |
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The Cavendish Home for Boys and Girls
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The Cavendish Home for Boys and Girls is a great read for fans of spooky stories with a heart. The unique and distinctive feature of this book is the atmospheric and intriguing setting of the mysterious home for misfits. Readers who enjoy books like Coraline and The Mysterious Benedict Society will love the creepy yet heartfelt tone of this novel. The book is perfect for young adult and adult readers who want to be entertained and captivated by a compellingly spooky story.
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Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
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Frankenstein
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If you're keen on exploring the origins of science fiction through a haunting and thought-provoking narrative, "Frankenstein" is a must-read. It dives deep into themes of creation, responsibility, and the consequences of playing god. It's spellbinding how Mary Shelley, at such a young age, weaved this tale that continues to resonate with readers even today. The psychological depth and ethical quandaries it presents make it an eternally relevant masterpiece.
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Jonathan Aycliffe
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The Vanishment
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"The Vanishment" is a perfect read for fans of horror and supernatural fiction. Aycliffe's writing creates an eerie and unsettling atmosphere, and his ability to build tension is masterful. The disappearance of Peter's wife raises questions that keep readers hooked until the very end.
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Sarah Rayne
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Spider Light
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Following a shattering and exceedingly public personal tragedy, Antonia Weston moved to the sleepy town of Amberwood seeking peace and anonymity. As she struggles to rebuild her life, Antonia finds herself increasingly fascinated by the macabre history surrounding the town. The abandoned watermill, Twygrist, with its brooding darkness, and the now-vanished Latchkill Asylum—where, a hundred years ago, the unfortunate inmates suffered gruesome fates—both pique her interest. Eventually, however, Antonia's obsession with the linked histories of Twygrist and Latchkill alerts someone from her own past, a person who knows the town’s brooding secrets and who is prepared to use that knowledge in the most horrifying manner.
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An investigator into the supernatural is hired by a once-noble family to discover whether the family residence is haunted, an assignment which almost proves his undoing
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Frankenstein
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This classic novel, Frankenstein, is a must-read for anyone who enjoys eerie tales that delve into the depths of human nature. Mary Shelley's masterful storytelling not only terrifies readers with the monstrous creation of Victor Frankenstein but also confronts the moral dilemmas of scientific ambition and the consequences of playing god. With its gothic atmosphere and thought-provoking themes, Frankenstein lingers in your mind long after you turn the last page, making it an unforgettable and timeless read.
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Tim Burton
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This book is perfect for those who enjoy dark, twisted humor and are fascinated by the macabre. Tim Burton's unique illustrations bring to life a group of lovable yet tragic characters. Each story is a beautiful blend of sweetness and melancholy that never fails to leave a lasting impression on readers. Overall, The Melancholy Death of Oyster Boy is a beautifully crafted collection of poignant tales that will stir the emotions of all who read it.
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Anne Rice
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Taltos : :Lives of the Mayfair Witches
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The third volume in the series featuring the Mayfair witches, following "The Witching Hour" and "Lasher". The Taltos are the spirits - immortal, dangerous and damned - from whom the Mayfairs derive their occult powers, and at whose mercy they are.
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"Dracula is a must-read for fans of horror fiction. The chilling imagery and intense sense of foreboding will keep you on the edge of your seat. The book is notable for its portrayal of Count Dracula, a villain so captivating and iconic that he has become a cultural touchstone."
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The Dark Descent Of Elizabeth Frankenstein
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Elizabeth Lavenza hasn't had a proper meal in weeks. Her thin arms are covered with bruises from her "caregiver," and she is on the verge of being thrown into the streets . . . until she is brought to the home of Victor Frankenstein, an unsmiling, solitary boy who has everything--except a friend.Victor is her escape from misery. Elizabeth does everything she can to make herself indispensable--and it works. She is taken in by the Frankenstein family and rewarded with a warm bed, delicious food, and dresses of the finest silk. Soon she and Victor are inseparable.But her new life comes at a price. As the years pass, Elizabeth's survival depends on managing Victor's dangerous temper and entertaining his every whim, no matter how depraved. Behind her blue eyes and sweet smile lies the calculating heart of a girl determined to stay alive no matter the cost . . . as the world she knows is consumed by darkness.
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The Book of Human Skin
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13 May, 1784, Venice: Minguillo Fasan, heir to the decaying, gothic Palazzo Espagnol, is born. Yet Minguillo is no ordinary child: he is strange, devious and all those who come near him are fearful. Twelve years later Minguillo is faced with an unexpected threat to his inheritance: a newborn sister, Marcella. His untempered jealousy will condemn his sister to a series of fates as a cripple, a madwoman and a nun. But in his insatiable quest to destroy her, he may have underestimated his sister's ferocious determination, and her unlikely allies who will go to extraordinary lengths to save her...
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"Dracula" isn't just a horror novel; it's a plunge into a Victorian-era nightmare that reveals as much about human resilience as it does about the darkness. Stoker crafts a timeless tale that combines a sense of creeping dread with a testament to the power of friendship and duty. If you're looking for a book that entwines fear, mystery, and a touch of the erotic in a historical setting, then the menacing charm of Count Dracula awaits to draw you into the shadows of the night.
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William T. Vollmann
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Last Stories And Other Stories
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Vollmann's "Last Stories And Other Stories" is a treasure trove for anyone fascinated by the spectral and the undead. Picture yourself wrapped in a blanket, absorbed by the chilling tales where the departed linger, and love transcends mortality. The prose breathes life into ghosts, offering a fresh take on the otherworldly. If you're keen on stories that blend the eerie with the profound, this collection will not disappoint.
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Vittorio, The Vampire
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A Vampire Chronicles novella from the internationally bestselling Anne RiceA VAMPIRE IN THE ITALIAN AGE OF GOLD. . . Sixteen years old, Vittorio is the sole survivor of a bizarre and violent massacre at his father's Tuscan palazzo. Escaping to the Florence of Cosimo de Medici, he seeks vengeance and retribution. But though he has been saved from death by a mysterious woman, he finds himself at the mercy of demonic, bloody nightmares, war and political intrique. And, beyond even these perils, Vittorio faces being torn apart by a dangerous love. Against a backdrop of the wonders - both sacred and profane - of Rennaisance Italy, with it's art and ferocity, angels and demons, Anne Rice introduces a seductive new character and creates a passionate traggic legend of doomed young love and lost innocence.
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Alien Invasion Short Stories
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This book would appeal to science fiction fans who are fascinated by alien worlds and their possible interactions with humanity. The collection includes classic and modern authors, offering a diverse range of perspectives on what might happen during an extraterrestrial encounter. Readers can expect to be engaged by thrilling and thoughtful tales that will leave them pondering the mysteries of the universe long after the last page is turned.
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Frankenstein
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Mary Shelley began writing Frankenstein when she was only eighteen. At once a Gothic thriller, a passionate romance, and a cautionary tale about the dangers of science, Frankenstein tells the story of committed science student Victor Frankenstein. Obsessed with discovering the cause of generation and life and bestowing animation upon lifeless matter, Frankenstein assembles a human being from stolen body parts but; upon bringing it to life, he recoils in horror at the creature's hideousness. Tormented by isolation and loneliness, the once-innocent creature turns to evil and unleashes a campaign of murderous revenge against his creator, Frankenstein. Frankenstein, an instant bestseller and an important ancestor of both the horror and science fiction genres, not only tells a terrifying story, but also raises profound, disturbing questions about the very nature of life and the place of humankind within the cosmos: What does it mean to be human? What responsibilities do we have to each other? How far can we go in tampering with Nature? In our age, filled with news of organ donation genetic engineering, and bio-terrorism, these questions are more relevant than ever.
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The Girl in a Swing
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A shy young man meets a beautiful woman in the company of a young girl. He finds himself swept off of his feet and married to her, bringing her with him to live in his family home. She is his erotic dream come true; she does everything she can to bind him to her and join him in his comfortable life.Soon, however, odd things begin to happen. Things in the house are strangely damp with what looks like seawater, bodies appear under the water that aren't really there. It all winds up to a horrifying conclusion.
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The Casebook of Victor Frankenstein
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Peter Ackroyd’s imagination dazzles in this brilliant novel written in the voice of Victor Frankenstein himself. Mary Shelley and Shelley are characters in the novel.It was at Oxford that I first met Bysshe. We arrived at our college on the same day; confusing to a mere foreigner, it is called University College. I had seen him from my window and had been struck by his auburn locks.The long-haired poet — “Mad Shelley” — and the serious-minded student from Switzerland spark each other’s interest in the new philosophy of science which is overturning long-cherished beliefs. Perhaps there is no God. In which case, where is the divine spark, the soul? Can it be found in the human brain? The heart? The eyes?Victor Frankenstein begins his anatomy experiments in a barn near Oxford. The coroner’s office provides corpses — but they have often died of violence and drowning; they are damaged and putrifying. Victor moves his coils and jars and electrical fluids to a deserted pottery and from there, makes contact with the Doomesday Men — the resurrectionists.Victor finds that perfect specimens are hard to come by . . . until that Thames-side dawn when, wrapped in his greatcoat, he hears the splashing of oars and sees in the half-light the approaching boat where, slung into the stern, is the corpse of a handsome young man, one hand trailing in the water. . . .From the Hardcover edition.
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Frankenstein : Or, The Modern Prometheus
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Introduction by Wendy Steiner • Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American ReadAt the age of eighteen, Mary Shelley, while staying in the Swiss Alps with her lover Percy Shelley, Lord Byron, and others, conceived the tale of Dr. Victor Frankenstein and the monster he brings to life. The resulting book, Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus, is a dark parable warning against the risks of scientific and creative endeavor, the corrupting influence of technology and progress, and the dangers of knowledge without understanding. Frankenstein was an instant bestseller on publication in 1818 and has long been regarded as a masterpiece of suspense, a classic of nineteenth-century Romanticism and Gothic horror, and the prototype of the science fiction novel. Though it has spawned countless imitations and adaptations, it remains the most powerful story of its kind.
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Marina could be a good read for those who love mystery novels with elements of friendship and young love. Carlos Ruiz Zafon's writing style creates a vivid image of postwar Barcelona and the characters' journey into the unknown. The storyline is unique and filled with surprises.
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'Ah, the taste and feel of blood when all passion and greed is sharpened in that one desire!' a vampire - but very much not the conventional undead, for Lestat is the truly alive. Lestat is vivid, ecstatic, stagestruck, and in his extravagant story he plunges from the lasciviousness of eighteenth-century Paris to the demonic Egypt of prehistory; from fin-de-siecle New Orleans to the frenetic twentieth-century world of rock superstardom - as, pursued by the living and the dead, he searches across time for the secret of his own dark immortality.