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Miranda Beverly-Whittemore
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Crown
Bittersweet - A Novel
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Bittersweet is a captivating novel that explores the hidden lives of those of privilege. Miranda Beverly-Whittemore beautifully captures the fragile and fleeting nature of life while unraveling the mysteries and complexities of those of privilege. If you enjoy a good mystery full of moral ambiguity, this book is for you.
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M.R. James
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Wordsworth
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Collected Ghost Stories
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If you're a fan of horror and ghost stories, then Montague Rhodes James' "Collected Ghost Stories" is a must-read for you. This collection of thirty short stories is perfect for those who love supernatural mysteries and eerie tales. The author's unique storytelling is both chilling and captivating, making each story a page-turner. If you're looking for a spine-tingling read, then this book is for you.
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Oscar Wilde
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Alma
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The Canterville Ghost And Other Stories
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The Canterville Ghost and Other Stories is a great read for older kids who enjoy classic ghost stories with a comedic twist. The unique way in which the American Otis family deals with the Canterville ghost adds humor to the story, making it a fun and entertaining read. Additionally, the three other mystery stories included in this book, "Lord Arthur Savile's Crime", "The Sphinx without a Secret", and "The Model Millionaire", also showcase Wilde's wit and humor. Overall, this book is a great choice for older kids who enjoy classic ghost stories and want to have a good laugh.
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If you're drawn to the rich tapestry of theater and mythology, "The Whispering Muse" won't disappoint. Laura Purcell weaves a tale set in the cutthroat world of London's West End, where superstition and ambition collide with potentially supernatural consequences. It's perfect for those who love their suspense with a side of thespian drama and historical intrigue.
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Peter Raby, Gary Schmidgall, Oscar Wilde |
Signet
The Picture Of Dorian Gray : And Three Stories
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In The Picture of Dorian Gray, Wilde's full-length novel, a fashionable young man sells his soul for eternal youth and beauty. Also included in the volume are three of the Irish master storyteller's short works:Lord Arthur Savile's CrimeThe Happy PrinceThe Birthbday of the Infanta
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Victor Hugo
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Wordsworth
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The Hunchback of Notre-Dame
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The Hunchback of Notre-Dame by Victor Hugo. The Hunchback of Notre-Dame by Victor Hugo Set in 1482, Victor Hugo's powerful novel of imagination, caprice and fantasy is a meditation on love, fate, architecture and politics, as well as a compelling recreation of the medieval world at the dawn of the modern age. In a brilliant reworking of the tale of Beauty and the Beast, Hugo creates a host of unforgettable characters amongst them, Quasimodo, the hunchback of the title, hopelessly in love with the gypsy girl Esmeralda, the satanic priest Claude Frollo, Clopin Trouillefou, king of the beggars, and Louis XI, King of France. Over the entire novel, both literally and symbolically, broods the Cathedral of Notre-Dame. Vivid characters and memorable set-piece action scenes combine to bring the past to life in this story of love, lust, betrayal, doom and redemption.
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Edgar Allan Poe
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Penguin
Classics
The Tell-Tale Heart
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Just one line from the short story says it all: "Presently I heard a slight groan, and I knew it was a groan of mortal terror .. the low stifled sound that arises from the bottom of the soul." A man confronts himself and an unknown listener with his desire to murder an old man. Is it his father? Is the man mad? Is he in jail or an institution? A psychological thriller with many more questions than answers.Librarian's note: this entry is for the story, "The Tell-Tale Heart." Collections of short stories and other writings by the author can be found elsewhere on Goodreads.
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Recommendation: "The Bed I Made" is a page-turner that keeps you on the edge with its thrilling plot and the alluring but dangerous relationship between the main characters. Lucie Whitehouse's writing style is captivating and the wintry Isle of Wight setting adds a chilling atmosphere. If you are looking for a suspenseful read with a psychological twist, this is the book for you.
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If you're captivated by the enigmatic and the historical, "The Historian" could be a bewitching companion for you. It weaves history and mystery through a young girl's perilous journey, echoing the allure of the timeless Dracula narrative. Its depth in storytelling and richly constructed worlds make it more than just a novel—it's an adventure that spans generations, perfect for those who love to be swept away by a tale that refuses to release you until the very last page.
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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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Rudyard Kipling
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Wordsworth
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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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Sara Collins
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Penguin
The Confessions of Frannie Langton : The Costa Book Awards First Novel Winner 2019
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They say I must be put to death for what happened to Madame, and they want me to confess. But how can I confess what I don't believe I've done?1826, and all of London is in a frenzy. Crowds gather at the gates of the Old Bailey to watch as Frannie Langton, maid to Mr and Mrs Benham, goes on trial for their murder. The testimonies against her are damning - slave, whore, seductress. And they may be the truth. But they are not the whole truth.For the first time Frannie must tell her story. It begins with a girl learning to read on a plantation in Jamaica, and it ends in a grand house in London, where a beautiful woman waits to be freed.But through her fevered confessions, one burning question haunts Frannie Langton: could she have murdered the only person she ever loved?
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'In one moment, every drop of blood in my body was brought to a stop ... There, as if it had that moment sprung out of the earth ... stood the figure of a solitary Woman, dressed from head to foot in white'The Woman in White famously opens with Walter Hartright's eerie encounter on a moonlit London road. Engaged as a drawing master to the beautiful Laura Fairlie, Walter is drawn into the sinister intrigues of Sir Percival Glyde and his 'charming' friend Count Fosco, who has a taste for white mice, vanilla bonbons and poison. Pursuing questions of identity and insanity along the paths and corridors of English country houses and the madhouse, The Woman in White is the first and most influential of the Victorian genre that combined Gothic horror with psychological realism.
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This book is for those who appreciate the art of storytelling intertwined with elements of horror and mystery. Edgar Allan Poe's tales will make your spine tingle and your mind ponder. From the chilling "The Fall of the House of Usher" to the mind-bending detective story "The Murders in the Rue Morgue," this collection showcases Poe's extraordinary imagination. Get ready to be enchanted and haunted by his timeless tales.
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Emily M. Danforth
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Harpercollinspublishers
Plain Bad Heroines
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Our story begins in 1902, at The Brookhants School for Girls. Flo and Clara, two impressionable students, are obsessed with each other and with a daring young writer named Mary MacLane, the author of a scandalous bestselling memoir. To show their devotion to Mary, the girls establish their own private club and call it The Plain Bad Heroine Society. They meet in secret in a nearby apple orchard, the setting of their wildest happiness and, ultimately, of their macabre deaths. This is where their bodies are later discovered with a copy of Mary’s book splayed beside them, the victims of a swarm of stinging, angry yellow jackets. Less than five years later, The Brookhants School for Girls closes its doors forever—but not before three more people mysteriously die on the property, each in a most troubling way. Over a century later, the now abandoned and crumbling Brookhants is back in the news when wunderkind writer, Merritt Emmons, publishes a breakout book celebrating the queer, feminist history surrounding the “haunted and cursed” Gilded-Age institution. Her bestselling book inspires a controversial horror film adaptation starring celebrity actor and lesbian it girl Harper Harper playing the ill-fated heroine Flo, opposite B-list actress and former child star Audrey Wells as Clara. But as Brookhants opens its gates once again, and our three modern heroines arrive on set to begin filming, past and present become grimly entangled—or perhaps just grimly exploited—and soon it’s impossible to tell where the curse leaves off and Hollywood begins. A story within a story within a story and featuring black-and-white period illustrations.
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Robert Louis Stevenson, Jenni Calder |
Penguin
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Doctor Jekyll and Mr.Hyde
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Robert Louis Stevenson originally wrote "Dr. Jekyll And Mr Hyde" as a "chilling shocker." He then burned the draft and, upon his wife's advice, rewrote it as the darkly complex tale it is today. Stark, skillfully woven, this fascinating novel explores the curious turnings of human character through the strange case of Dr. Jekyll, a kindly scientist who by night takes on his stunted evil self, Mr. Hyde. Anticipating modern psychology, "Jekyll And Hyde" is a brilliantly original study of man's dual nature -- as well as an immortal tale of suspense and terror. Published in 1866, "Jekyll And Hyde" was an instant success and brought Stevenson his first taste of fame. Though sometimes dismissed as a mere mystery story, the book has evoked much literary admirations. Vladimir Nabokov likened it to "Madame Bovary" and "Dead Souls" as "a fable that lies nearer to poetry than to ordinary prose fiction."
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Margaret Tarner, Daphne du Maurier |
Delta
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Rebecca MGR Upp 2nd Edn
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An outstanding love story that has been sensitively retold.The heroine, while employed as a personal companion, meets and falls in love with Maxim de Winter, a rich Englishman whose beautiful wife has recently died under tragic circumstances. To her surprise and joy, Maxim proposes to her. But the shadow of Rebecca, Maxim's first wife still dominates him.Original work by Daphne du Maurier.
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Daphne du Maurier, Sally Beauman |
William
Morrow
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Rebecca's Tale
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Rebecca's Tale would be a good read for those who love mystery, history, and romance. The book is a continuation of Daphne du Maurier's famous Rebecca, where Sally Beauman sheds light on the unknown parts of Rebecca's life and death that are still a mystery. The book is perfect for those who love to read about the drama that unfolds from dark secrets from the past.
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Edgar Allan Poe
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Penguin
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Selected Tales: Poe
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Maurice Hindle, Bram Stoker, Christopher Frayling |
Penguin
Classics
Dracula
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"Dracula" is a gripping read if you're into classic horror with a sophisticated twist. It's more than just chills and thrills—it delves into the complexities of Victorian society, touching on themes of identity and the darker side of human desire. Dive into an era where the supernatural meets psychoanalysis and societal norms. Join Harker's journey and the eerie events in England that will keep you turning pages late into the night.
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Tim Middleton, Robert Louis Stevenson |
Wordsworth
Classics
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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Joseph Bristow, Oscar Wilde |
Oxford
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The Picture of Dorian Gray
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The Picture of Dorian Gray is a gripping tale for anyone intrigued by the price of eternal youth and beauty wrapped in a Victorian horror story. Oscar Wilde masterfully weaves wit with a chilling descent into depravity, making it a fascinating read for those who appreciate sharp social commentary and psychological depth. Through Dorian's journey, Wilde explores themes of vanity, morality, and the very nature of the soul, presenting a story that is as thought-provoking as it is entertaining.
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Stacey Halls
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Manilla
Press
The Foundling : The gripping Sunday Times bestselling novel from the author of The Familiars
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The Foundling is a great choice for fans of historical fiction. The gripping tale explores the search of mother Bess Bright for her lost daughter who she left at London's Foundling Hospital. It offers a vivid portrayal of Georgian London and the struggles that women faced in that time period. The book is highly atmospheric, with a subtle and satisfying narrative that will leave readers moved.
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Carlos Ruiz Zafón, Lucia Graves |
Penguin
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The Shadow of the Wind
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Barcelona, 1945: A city slowly heals from its war wounds, and Daniel, an antiquarian book dealer's son who mourns the loss of his mother, finds solace in a mysterious book entitled The Shadow of the Wind, by one Julian Carax. But when he sets out to find the author's other works, he makes a shocking discovery: someone has been systematically destroying every copy of every book Carax has written. In fact, Daniel may have the last of Carax's books in existence. Soon Daniel's seemingly innocent quest opens a door into one of Barcelona's darkest secrets--an epic story of murder, madness, and doomed love.--back cover
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Lucia Graves, Carlos Ruiz Zafón |
Weidenfeld
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The Shadow Of The Wind
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Recommended for readers who enjoy books with a gothic atmosphere, suspenseful plots, and richly developed characters. The Shadow of the Wind is a captivating tale of obsession with literature and love that will immerse you in its haunting world of mystery and make you care about its characters deeply. Carlos Ruiz Zafón's beautifully crafted prose brings to life the dark alleys and hidden corners of Barcelona, creating a gothic atmosphere that will send shivers down your spine. If you're a fan of books that keep you on the edge of your seat, this one is a must-read!
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Victor Tavares, Rosie Dickins |
Usborne
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Frankenstein
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This book could be a good read for anyone who is curious about the consequences of pushing the boundaries of science. The unique and distinctive feature of this book is its exploration of the ethical implications of creating life. Mary Shelley's Frankenstein makes readers question what it means to be human and the dangers of playing god. This gripping tale of ambition, creation, and tragedy will leave you contemplating the fine line between innovation and destruction.
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'He now saw himself stained with the most loathed and monstrous sins, the object of universal execration ... doomed to perish in tortures the most severe'
Ambrosio, a pious monk, finds himself drawn to his pupil, Matilda, a young woman in disguise. Unable to control himself, he sates his lust, and soon tires of her. But Matilda has more than her body to offer: using black magic, she will help Ambrosio seduce the innocent Antonia. As his desperate acts become more and more depraved, it becomes clear that Matilda is not everything she seems. And Ambrosio's damnation may be closer than he feared.Written by Matthew Lewis when he was only nineteen, it was a groundbreaking novel in the Gothic Horror genre and spawned hundreds of imitators, drawn in by its mixture of bloodshed, sex and scandal.
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Joyce Carol Oates
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Ecco
Wild Nights! Deluxe Edition : Stories About the Last Days of Poe, Dickinson, Twain, James, and Hemingway
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New York Times bestselling author Joyce Carol Oates’ imaginative look at the last days of five giants of American literature, now available in a deluxe paperback edition in Ecco’s The Art of the Story Series. Edgar Allan Poe, Emily Dickinson, Samuel Clemens (“Mark Twain”), Henry James, Ernest Hemingway—Joyce Carol Oates evokes each of these American literary icons in this work of prose fiction, poignantly and audaciously reinventing the climactic events of their lives. In subtly nuanced language suggestive of each of these writers, Oates explores the mysterious regions of the unknowable self that is “genius.” Darkly hilarious, brilliant, and brazen, Wild Nights! is an original and haunting work of the imagination.
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Truman Capote
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Knopf
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Other Voices, Other Rooms
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If you're intrigued by the complexities of youth and the haunting beauty of the South, "Other Voices, Other Rooms" is a poignant read. Capote's prose weaves a dense tapestry of emotion and place, drawing you into Joel's search for connection amidst a backdrop of decay and eccentricity. This novel is a testament to Capote's ability to explore deep themes with lyrical finesse.
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Susan Hill
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Vintage
The Woman in Black : A Ghost Story
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The classic ghost story from the author of The Mist in the Mirror : a chilling tale about a menacing spectre haunting a small English town. Arthur Kipps is an up-and-coming London solicitor who is sent to Crythin Gifford—a faraway town in the windswept salt marshes beyond Nine Lives Causeway—to attend the funeral and settle the affairs of a client, Mrs. Alice Drablow of Eel Marsh House. Mrs. Drablow’s house stands at the end of the causeway, wreathed in fog and mystery, but Kipps is unaware of the tragic secrets that lie hidden behind its sheltered windows. The routine business trip he anticipated quickly takes a horrifying turn when he finds himself haunted by a series of mysterious sounds and images—a rocking chair in a deserted nursery, the eerie sound of a pony and trap, a child’s scream in the fog, and, most terrifying of all, a ghostly woman dressed all in black. Psychologically terrifying and deliciously eerie, The Woman in Black is a remarkable thriller of the first rate.The basis for the major motion picture starring Daniel Radcliffe.
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If you're a fan of gothic literature and enjoy stories with a touch of danger and mystery, "The Chase" is the perfect read for you. Louisa May Alcott weaves a tale of forbidden love, where a young woman finds herself ensnared in a captivating and perilous relationship. With its dark and atmospheric setting, this novel will keep you on the edge of your seat, lost in its tangled web of passion and deception. Get ready for a thrilling chase through the shadows of the past.
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Joyce Carol Oates
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Ecco
Wild Nights! Deluxe Edition : Stories About the Last Days of Poe, Dickinson, Twain, James, and Hemingway
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This book portrays the last days of some of the most renowned authors in history, giving the readers unique insights into the troubled lives and turbulent minds of these literary giants. Joyce Carol Oates' "Wild Nights!" imaginatively explores the existential loneliness of Edgar Allan Poe, Emily Dickinson's uncertainties in the unknown future, Mark Twain's relationships with young girls, Henry James' transformative experience during wartime and Ernest Hemingway's dark and chaotic life. This book is a must-read for any literature aficionado looking to get an understanding of the personal lives of authors whose works have changed the world.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
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Atlantic
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Green
Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
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Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde is an enthralling read that explores the struggle of a man against his darker side. The unique feature of the book lies in the intriguing plot that keeps the reader on edge and the skillful portrayal of the protagonist's internal conflict. It is a perfect fit for those who enjoy psychological thrillers with a touch of horror.
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Stephen Marlowe, Regina Marler, Edgar Allan Poe |
Signet
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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Sarah Perry
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Serpent's
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The Essex Serpent : The number one bestseller and British Book Awards Book of the Year
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STRANGE NEWS OUT OF ESSEX London 1893. When Cora Seaborne's husband dies, she steps into her new life as a widow with as much relief as sadness: her marriage was not a happy one, and she never suited the role of society wife. Accompanied by her son Francis - a curious, obsessive boy - she leaves town for Essex, where she hopes fresh air and open space will provide the refuge they need. When they take lodgings in Colchester, rumours reach them from further up the estuary that the mythical Essex Serpent, once said to roam the marshes claiming human lives, has returned to the coastal parish of Aldwinter. Cora, a keen amateur naturalist with no patience for religion or superstition, is immediately enthralled, convinced that what the local people think is a magical beast may be a previously undiscovered species. As she sets out on its trail, she is introduced to William Ransome, Aldwinter's vicar. Like Cora, Will is deeply suspicious of the rumours, but he thinks they are founded on moral panic, a flight from real faith. As he tries to calm his parishioners, he and Cora strike up an intense relationship, and although they agree on absolutely nothing, they find themselves inexorably drawn together and torn apart, eventually changing each other's lives in ways entirely unexpected. Told with exquisite grace and intelligence, this novel is most of all a celebration of love, and the many different guises it can take.
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Kate Mosse
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Orion
The Taxidermist's Daughter
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If you're drawn to the dark charms of gothic mysteries, "The Taxidermist's Daughter" will immerse you in its haunting atmosphere. Set in 1912 Sussex, it weaves superstition and suspense as you follow the tale of Constantia Gifford, whose life is as shrouded in mystery as the foggy marshes surrounding her. The novel's mix of family secrets, a forgotten past, and a touch of the macabre makes for a gripping read that's hard to put down.
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Erin A. Craig
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Dell
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House Of Salt And Sorrows
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In a manor by the sea, twelve sisters are cursed.Annaleigh lives a sheltered life at Highmoor, a manor by the sea, with her sisters, their father, and stepmother. Once they were twelve, but loneliness fills the grand halls now that four of the girls' lives have been cut short. Each death was more tragic than the last—the plague, a plummeting fall, a drowning, a slippery plunge—and there are whispers throughout the surrounding villages that the family is cursed by the gods.Disturbed by a series of ghostly visions, Annaleigh becomes increasingly suspicious that the deaths were no accidents. Her sisters have been sneaking out every night to attend glittering balls, dancing until dawn in silk gowns and shimmering slippers, and Annaleigh isn't sure whether to try to stop them or to join their forbidden trysts. Because who—or what—are they really dancing with?When Annaleigh's involvement with a mysterious stranger who has secrets of his own intensifies, it's a race to unravel the darkness that has fallen over her family—before it claims her next.
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Shirley Jackson, Joyce Carol Oates |
Penguin
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We Have Always Lived in the Castle
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Dive into Shirley Jackson's "We Have Always Lived in the Castle" and you'll meet Merricat, an unforgettable character wrapped in mystery and the bizarre. This twisted tale of family and psychosis mesmerizes with its blend of dark humor and gothic elements, making it a page-turner for those drawn to the unconventional. Jackson deftly crafts a strange world that invites you to peer into the shadows of the human psyche, all while keeping its grim secrets firmly within the family.
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David Rogers, Bram Stoker |
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Dracula
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Alternate cover editions can be found here, here, here , here, here and here.‘Alone with the dead! I dare not go out, for I can hear the low howl of the wolf through the broken window’When Jonathan Harker visits Transylvania to help Count Dracula with the purchase of a London house, he makes horrifying discoveries about his client and his castle. Soon afterwards, a number of disturbing incidents unfold in England: an unmanned ship is wrecked at Whitby; strange puncture marks appear on a young woman’s neck; and the inmate of a lunatic asylum raves about the imminent arrival of his ‘Master’. In the ensuing battle of wits between the sinister Count Dracula and a determined group of adversaries, Bram Stoker created a masterpiece of the horror genre, probing deeply into questions of human identity and sanity, and illuminating dark corners of Victorian sexuality and desire.
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The Hunter takes the reader on a haunting journey through Tasmania's wilderness to follow the story of a man's obsessive quest to find the last thylacine. The book explores themes of grief and the disconnectedness between humans and nature. The story is told in exceptionally clear and elegant prose by Julia Leigh. A great read for anyone interested in wildlife, especially the Tasmanian tiger, or for those who enjoy literary fiction with a touch of mystery.
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An alternate cover edition can be found here and here.Arthur Kipps, a junior solicitor in London, is summoned to Crythin Gifford to attend the funeral of Mrs Alice Drablow, and to sort through her papers before returning to London. It is here that Kipps first sees the woman in black and begins to gain an impression of the mystery surrounding her. From the funeral he travels to Eel Marsh House and sees the woman again; he also hears the terrifying sounds on the marsh.Despite Kipps’s experiences he resolves to spend the night at the house and fulfil his professional duty. It is this night at Eel Marsh House that contains the greatest horror for Kipps. Kipps later discovers the reasons behind the hauntings at Eel Marsh House. The book ends with the woman in black exacting a final, terrible revenge.
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He is trying to poison me.You must come for me, Noemí.You have to save me.
After receiving a frantic letter from her newlywed cousin, Noemí Taboada heads to High Place, a distant house in the Mexican countryside, unsure what she will find. Noemí is an unlikely rescuer: She’s a glamorous debutante, more suited to cocktail parties than amateur sleuthing. But she’s also tough, smart, and not afraid: not of her cousin’s new English husband, a stranger who is both menacing and alluring; not of his father, the ancient patriarch who seems fascinated by Noemí; and not even of the house itself, which begins to invade Noemí’s dreams with visions of blood and doom. Noemí's only ally in this inhospitable place is the family’s youngest son. But he too may be hiding something dark. For there are many secrets behind the walls of High Place. as Noemí discovers when she begins to unearth stories of violence and madness. Mesmerized by this terrifying yet seductive world, Noemí may soon find it impossible to save her cousin—or even escape this enigmatic house.
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Dracula
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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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Carlos Ruiz Zafón, Lucia Graves |
Penguin
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The Shadow of the Wind
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Barcelona, 1945: A city slowly heals from its war wounds, and Daniel, an antiquarian book dealer's son who mourns the loss of his mother, finds solace in a mysterious book entitled The Shadow of the Wind, by one Julian Carax. But when he sets out to find the author's other works, he makes a shocking discovery: someone has been systematically destroying every copy of every book Carax has written. In fact, Daniel may have the last of Carax's books in existence. Soon Daniel's seemingly innocent quest opens a door into one of Barcelona's darkest secrets--an epic story of murder, madness, and doomed love.--back cover
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Recommended for those who enjoy complex characters and Gothic literature. The unique feature of this book is its exploration of the destructive power of love and obsession. Readers can expect a tumultuous and haunting portrayal of a doomed romance, with vivid descriptions of the Yorkshire moors serving as a backdrop to the tragic events.
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If you're intrigued by the blend of history with suspense, "The Historian" will capture your imagination. Elizabeth Kostova has woven an intricate narrative that takes you across Europe in pursuit of Dracula's real-life counterpart, Vlad the Impaler. It's as much about the thrill of the chase through time and history as it is about confronting the essence of evil. The book's rich detailing and academic intrigue make it a rare treat for those who love their mysteries with a side of historical depth.
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The Phantom of the Opera
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If you're captivated by haunting tales and timeless romance wrapped in the allure of Gothic horror, "The Phantom of the Opera" is your call to the dark depths of the Paris Opera House. The novel's blend of mystery, passion, and the grotesque will transport you into a world where beauty meets the beast in an entirely unique fashion. Leroux's storytelling will have you hear the music and feel the shadow of the phantom himself.
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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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Recommended for readers interested in Victorian horror, exploring themes of clairvoyance and fate. George Eliot's 'The Lifted Veil' offers a chilling and thought-provoking read, delving into the supernatural in a truly unique manner. The book's intricate exploration of fate and the afterlife is sure to leave readers with lingering questions.
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Oxford Children's Classics: Wuthering Heights
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When Heathcliff comes to live at Wuthering Heights as a child he forms a bond with his benefactor's daughter, Cathy. As the years pass the pair fall in love, but their happiness is short-lived and the events that unfold will bring terrible misfortune to the couple. A best-selling and hugelypopular classic which will transport readers to the wilds of the Yorkshire moors.About the Oxford Children's Classics bring together the most unforgettable stories ever told. Complete and unabridged text allows children to discover the stories as they were meant to be read. Produced in beautifully designed hardback editions, the collection features well-loved classic stories readers willtreasure and return to again and again.