Stay-Home Winter Reads
The feelings and sensations associated with winter and Christmas may sometimes seem like a paradox. On one hand it can be cold and chilly, and on the other it can be warm and cosy. Whether you prefer it frosty or heartwarming, these stories will surely make for a good reading experience while staying indoors.
Read the curator's top picks and notes here: https://blog.thryft.sg/5-books-to-feel-the-winter-chill-and-christmas-warmth-from-the-comfort-of-your-home/.
Curated by: Hong Jin
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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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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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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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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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Frances Hardinge, Chris Riddell |
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The Lie Tree: Illustrated Edition
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Winner of the Costa Book of the Year 2015, The Lie Tree is a dark and powerful novel from universally acclaimed author, Frances HardingeIt was not enough. All knowledge- any knowledge - called to Faith, and there was a delicious, poisonous pleasure in stealing it unseen.Faith has a thirst for science and secrets that the rigid confines of her class cannot supress. And so it is that she discovers her disgraced father's journals, filled with the scribbled notes and theories of a man driven close to madness. Tales of a strange tree which, when told a lie, will uncover a truth: the greater the lie, the greater the truth revealed to the liar. Faith's search for the tree leads her into great danger - for where lies seduce, truths shatter . . .The Lie Tree: Illustrated Edition is packed full of gorgeous black and white illustrations by double Kate Greenaway Medal winning-illustrator, Chris Riddell, author of the Goth Girl and Ottoline series.
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If you enjoy the twisted family dynamics, complex characters and secrets revealed in the previous two books, you won't be disappointed with If There Be Thorns. The story picks up with the new generation of Dollangangers trying to come to grips with their parents' legacy. The book is a page-turner that explores the themes of forgiveness and revenge. Readers will appreciate Virginia Andrews' ability to create a compelling narrative that draws you in and doesn't let go until the very end.
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Richard Adams
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The Girl in a Swing
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Recommendation: This book is a gripping and atmospheric psychological thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. With its intriguing blend of romance, supernatural elements, and a shocking twist, "The Girl in a Swing" is a perfect read for those who enjoy dark, mysterious stories with a touch of horror. Prepare to be captivated by the author's beautifully crafted prose and the unsettling atmosphere that lingers long after you turn the last page.
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This book would be a good read for someone who loves a gripping family saga with a touch of mystery. With its haunting Casteel spell and the protagonist's struggle with her past, Gates of Paradise will keep you hooked from beginning to end.
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Seeds of Yesterday
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This book would be a good read for someone who enjoys dark and suspenseful family dramas. Seeds of Yesterday is the final installment in a captivating series that follows the lives of Cathy and Chris and their haunting past. The book is filled with passion, peril, and a sense of impending doom that keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the chilling climax. Prepare to be captivated by this gripping and unforgettable family saga.
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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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Felicity Brooks, Mike Stocks, Barry Jones |
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Dracula
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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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This book is a must-read for anyone looking for a completely unique and unforgettable story. The protagonist, Bessy, is a complex character who will make you laugh and cry as she navigates through a series of bizarre tasks and secrets. Jane Harris's writing style is both cynical and tender, bringing to life a captivating tale of love, friendship, and redemption. Get ready to be enthralled from the very first page.
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A spellbinding tale of contemporary suspense that begins with a mysterious homecoming and ends in a shattering explosion of passion, greed, and murder. And all because a stranger says her name is... Amanda.Others have claimed to be Amanda Daulton, but now a beautiful, self-assured woman has stepped out of the shadows of the past, insisting she's the missing heiress to a multimillion-dollar fortune. One look is all it takes to assure the family patriarch that she's his beloved granddaughter. But others at the magnificent Southern mansion called Glory are not as easily convinced, others with much to lose from her sudden reappearance. Soon suspicion erupts in a chilling attempt on her life, and after the traumatic ordeal, she begins to have flashes of a nightmarish vision. What, if anything, happened twenty years ago to drive a mother and her nine-year-old daughter away from their privileged life? The struggle to find the elusive answer exposes a frightening trail of secrets--a trail that leads shockingly to the present and to the enigmatic woman who calls herself... Amanda.