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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Barry Menikoff, Robert Louis Stevenson |
Modern
Library
The Complete Stories of Robert Louis Stevenson : Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde and Nineteen Other Tales
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This collection includes Stevenson's most famous short story, Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, along with many other brilliant tales. With explanatory notes and a Scots' Glossary, readers can fully appreciate Stevenson's genius and the tremendous influence he had on English literature. Fans of classic literature and short stories will enjoy this masterful collection.
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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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Anne Rice
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Arrow
Blood And Gold - The Vampire Marius
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Blood And Gold by Anne Rice is a must-read for fans of vampire fiction. Marius, an ancient and powerful vampire, takes us on a journey through time, spanning from Ancient Rome to the present day. Rice's rich descriptions of historical and art movements will transport you to another time and place. The book also explores Marius's complicated relationships with Pandora and several other vampires from Rice's Vampire Chronicles. If you're looking for an epic tale of immortality, love, and power, Blood And Gold is the book for you.
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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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Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
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Penguin
Random
House
Frankenstein
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This classic gothic novel delves into the ethical consequences of playing God and the destructive power of ambition. Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" offers a chilling narrative that explores themes of identity, isolation, and the pursuit of knowledge. With its complex characters and haunting atmosphere, this book is a must-read for lovers of horror and philosophical ponderings alike. Get ready to be captivated by the tragic tale of a scientist and his monstrous creation.
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Gaston Leroux
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Atlantic
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Croxley
Green
The Phantom of the Opera
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The classic Gothic horror novel of haunted cellars, opera, murder and unrequited love that inspired Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical.Christine is a beautiful young singer at the Paris Opera. She is watched by the Opera's 'phantom' -- a mysterious masked figure who terrorises the Opera's management and players. With the Phantom's help, Christine rises to become the Opera's star performer, but when the Phantom demands her heart in return, Christine is torn between gratitude and pity for her strange benefactor, and love for her childhood sweetheart, Raoul.
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James B. Harris, Edogawa Rampo |
Tuttle
Publishing
Japanese Tales of Mystery & Imagination
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Collected in this chilling volume are some of the famous Japanese mystery writer Edogawa Rampo's best stories—bizarre and blood-curdling expeditions into the fantastic, the perverse, and the strange, in a marvelous homage to Rampo's literary 'mentor', Edgar Allan Poe.
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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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Librarian's Note: There is an Alternative Cover Edition for this edition of this book here.The Prisoner of Heaven returns to the world of the Cemetery of Forgotten Books and the Sempere & Sons bookshop.It begins just before Christmas in Barcelona in 1957, one year after Daniel and Bea from The Shadow of the Wind have married. They now have a son, Julian, and are living with Daniel's father at Sempere & Sons. Fermin still works with them and is busy preparing for his wedding to Bernarda in the New Year. However something appears to be bothering him.Daniel is alone in the shop one morning when a mysterious figure with a pronounced limp enters. He spots one of their most precious volumes that is kept locked in a glass cabinet, a beautiful and unique illustrated edition of The Count of Monte Cristo. Despite the fact that the stranger seems to care little for books, he wants to buy this expensive edition. Then, to Daniel's surprise, the man inscribes the book with the words 'To Fermin Romero de Torres, who came back from the dead and who holds the key to the future'. This visit leads back to a story of imprisonment, betrayal and the return of a deadly rival...
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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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Walter Hartright's chance midnight encounter with a mysterious woman in white is to change his life. When he takes up his duties as drawing teacher to the beautiful Laura Fairlie, he sees in her face an eerie reflection of the forlorn creature he met on the London road. What is the secret that connects the woman in white with Laura and her fiance, the sinister Sir Percival Glyde? And is Sir Percival's charming acquaintance Count Fosco, with his taste for white mice, vanilla bonbons and poison, friend or foe?
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Anne Rice
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Warner
Books
Interview With The Vampire : Number 1 in series
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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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A.S. Byatt
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Vintage
Digital
The Little Black Book of Stories
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A new collection of stories from A. S. Byatt is always a winner, and this one takes an unexpected turn, bringing shivers as well as delights. Leaves rustle underfoot in a dark wood: two middle-aged women walk into a forest, as they did when they were girls, confronting their fears and memories and the strange thing they saw in their childhood - or thought they saw - so long ago. A distinguished obstetrician and young woman artist find they have sharply contrasting ideas about body parts, birth and death; an innocent member of an evening class harbours unexpected view on 'raw material'. The stories in this marvellous collection are by turns funny, spooky, sparkling and haunting. The Little Black Book of Stories holds its secrets, adding a dark quality to Byatt's famous skill in mixing folk and fairy tale with everyday life.
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Oscar Wilde, Robert Mighall |
Penguin
Classics
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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Leonard J. Kent, E.T.A. Hoffmann, Jacob Landau |
The
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Chicago
Press
Tales Of E. T. A. Hoffmann
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Ranging from macabre fantasies to fairy tales and tales of crime, these stories from the author of The Nutcracker create a rich fictional world. Hoffman paints a complex vision of humanity, where people struggle to establish identities in a hostile, absurd world."The editors have made an excellent selection, and the result is a book of great distinction."—Denis Donoghue, New York Review of Books"The translators have proved fully equal to all the challenges of Hoffmann's romantic irony and his richly allusive prose, giving us an accurate and idiomatic rendering that also retains much of the original flavor."—Harry Zohn, Saturday Review
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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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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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Wuthering Heights, Emily Bronte's only novel, is one of the pinnacles of 19th-century English literature. It's the story of Heathcliff, an orphan who falls in love with a girl above his class, loses her, and devotes the rest of his life to wreaking revenge on her family.
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Dan Simmons
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Drood
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"Drood" could be a good read for those interested in historical fiction with a supernatural twist. The book's most unique and distinctive feature is its exploration of the relationship between Charles Dickens and Wilkie Collins, as well as their descent into madness and obsession with the mysterious Drood. Readers have praised the book for its beautiful writing, epic adventure, and surprising twists. If you enjoy tales of horror with a literary twist, "Drood" is definitely worth a read.
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Hawksmoor is an atmospheric, chilling masterpiece featuring a detective story that spans centuries. This book is perfect for readers who enjoy historical fiction and enjoy stories that are rich in detail. Ackroyd's writing is hauntingly beautiful, and the way he weaves together the past and present will keep readers on the edge of their seats.
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Anne Brontë
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Scholastic
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The Tenant of Wildfell Hall
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Note: Editions of The Tenant that start with: "You must go back with me..." are incomplete. Actual opening line of the novel is: "To J. Halford, Esq. Dear Halford, when we were together last..."A novel blending feminism, romance and mystery, THE TENANT OF WILDFELL HALL is the second and final novel by the Anne Bronte. When a mysterious young widow arrives at Wildfell Hall, local farmer Gilbert Markham is intrigued. But Helen has a secret, and it's more shocking than Gilbert could have imagined.
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Wilkie Collins
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Penguin
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The Woman in White
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If you're a fan of mystery thrillers, The Woman in White is a must-read. With its enigmatic storyline and unforgettable characters like Marion Halcombe and Count Fosco, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat. Prepare to be captivated by its chilling suspense and the intricate web of crime, poison, kidnapping, and international intrigue. Wilkie Collins' masterful storytelling will leave you wanting more.
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Joyce Carol Oates
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Head
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Dis Mem Ber
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Joyce Carol Oates delivers a masterclass in suspense with "Dis Mem Ber". Her ability to weave existential dread within ordinary settings will resonate with readers who enjoy diving into the darker corners of the human psyche. If you gravitate towards narratives that challenge your sense of security and perception, this collection of stories promises to satisfy that craving for unsettling yet profound literature.
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"The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde could be a good read for those who enjoy exploring the corrupt nature of the human psyche and the consequences of indulging in vices. Wilde's writing style is captivating and poetic, and the plotline offers a dark and unsettling portrayal of vanity and morality. The most unique feature of this book is the premise of a portrait aging instead of the person, highlighting the societal obsession with physical beauty and its fleeting nature. Overall, this classic novel is a must-read for those who appreciate thought-provoking literature with a touch of the macabre.
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J.A. Cuddon, Anonymous, Ambrose Bierce |
Penguin
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The Penguin Book Of Horror Stories
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Here are the depths of fear and darkness, the furthest limits of agony in mind and body...Born in the eighteenth century, the horror story produced a literature of terror filled with werewolves and vampires, and which borrowed many elements from its sister genre, the ghost story.Many famous writers were tempted by it, including Maupassant, Poe, Gautier, Conan Doyle, L.P. Hartley and Ray Bradbury. In this excellent anthology Charles Cuddon has selected the best stories of all, spanning the whole period.The Monk of horror, or The Conclave of corpses, by Anonymous --The Astrologer's prediction, or The Maniac's fate, by Anonymous --The expedition to Hell, by James Hogg --Mateo Falcone, by Prosper Merimee --The Case of M. Valdemar, by Edgar Allan Poe --Le Grande Breteche, by Honore de Balzac --The romance of certain old clothes, by Henry James --Who knows?, by Guy de Maupassant --The body snatcher, by Robert Louis Stevenson --The death of Olivier Becaille, by Emile Zola --The boarded window, by Ambrose Bierce --Lost hearts, by M. R. James --The sea-raiders, by H. G. Wells --The derelict, by William Hope Hodgson --Thurnley Abbey, by Perceval Landon --The fourth man, by John Russell --In the penal colony, by Franz Kafka --The waxwork, by A. M. Burrage --Mrs. Amworth, by E. F. Benson --The reptile, by Augustus Muir --Mr. Meldrum's Mania, by John Metcalfe --The beast with five fingers, by William Fryer Harvey --Dry September, by William Faulkner --Couching at the door, by D. K. Broster --The two bottles of relish, by Lord Dunsany --The man who liked Dickens, by Evelyn Waugh --Taboo, by Geoffrey Household --The thought, by L. P. Hartley --Comrade death, by Gerald Kersh --Leningen versus the ants, by Carl Stephenson --The brink of darkness, by Yvor Winters --Activity time, by Monica Dickens --Earth to Earth, by Robert Graves --The dwarf, by Ray Bradbury --The Portabello Road, by Muriel Spark --No flies on Frank, by John Lennon --Sister Coxall's revenge, by Dawn Muscillo --Thou shalt not suffer a witch..., by Dorothy K. Haynes --The terrapin, by Patricia Highsmith --Man from the south, by Roald Dahl --Uneasy home-coming, by Will F. Jenkins --The Aquarist, by J. N. Allan --An interview with M. Chakko, by Vilas SarangCover illustration: Steve Crisp.
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On a day that begins like any other, Hal receives a mysterious letter bequeathing her a substantial inheritance. She realizes very quickly that the letter was sent to the wrong person—but also that the cold-reading skills she’s honed as a tarot card reader might help her claim the money.Soon, Hal finds herself at the funeral of the deceased…where it dawns on her that there is something very, very wrong about this strange situation and the inheritance at the centre of it.
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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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H.P. Lovecraft
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Vintage
Classics
The Call of Cthulhu and Other Weird Tales
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If you enjoy horror that goes beyond the realm of human understanding, this book of short stories is for you. Lovecraft's unique writing style creates an unsettling atmosphere unlike any other horror author. Brace yourself for tales of ancient rites, nameless lands, and inhuman impulses that are best left unspoken. Reading this book will make you question your perception of reality and leave you craving for more.
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Recommended for lovers of Gothic fiction and suspense, this book is a must-read for those who want to be transported to a world of horror and terror. Bram Stoker's masterful storytelling brings Count Dracula to life in a way that has captivated generations. Readers will be entranced by the intricate plot, rich characters, and vivid descriptions of nineteenth-century life. The book's enduring popularity is a testament to its timeless appeal and its ability to chill and thrill readers of all ages.
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Henry James, David Bromwich |
Penguin
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The Turn of the Screw
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If you're drawn to classic literature with an eerie undertone, "The Turn of the Screw" may just curl your toes. It's a gripping Victorian tale exploring the ghostly and the psychological, forcing you to question the reality of the supernatural events within its pages. Henry James weaves tension and ambiguity so masterfully that it leaves you pondering the narrative long after the final page.
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Lestat is back, saviour and demon, presiding over a gothic story of family greed and hatred through generations, a terrifying drama of blood lust and betrayal, possession and matricide. Blackwood Farm with its grand Southern mansion, set among dark cypress swamps in Louisiana, harbours terrible blood-stained secrets and family ghosts. Heir to them all is Quinn Blackwood, young, rash and beautiful, himself a 'bloodhunter' whom Lestat takes under his wing. But Quinn is in thrall not only to the past and his own appetites but, even more dangerously, to a companion spirit, a 'goblin' succubus who could destroy him and others. Only the unearthly power of Lestat combined with the earthly powers of the Mayfair clan could hope to save Quinn from himself and his ghosts, or to rescue the doomed girl Quinn loves from her own mortality. Shocking, savage and richly erotic, this novel with the deceptively gentle title bring us Anne Rice at her most powerfully disturbing. Here are vampires and witches, men and women, demons and a doppelganger, caught up in a maelstrom of death and destruction, blood and fire, cruelty and fate.
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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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Junji Ito
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Viz
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Frankenstein: Junji Ito Story Collection
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If you enjoy the spine-tingling blend of classic horror with a modern twist, Junji Ito's rendition of "Frankenstein" is a must-read. Ito's talent in illustrating the macabre brings to life the emotional depth and disturbing nuances of Shelley's monster, all in his signature manga style. Plus, the additional stories add a rich variety of chilling scenarios that are sure to satisfy your craving for the eerie and the unsettling.
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Jen Munford, Angela Carter |
Penguin
(non-classics)
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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Daphne du Maurier, Sally Beauman |
William
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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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The Complete Stories by Flannery O'Connor is a must-read for lovers of Southern Gothic literature, with stories that are both disturbing and thought-provoking. O'Connor's use of grotesque characters, religious themes, and dark humor make for a unique reading experience that lingers long after the book is finished. Readers will appreciate the author's masterful storytelling and her ability to simultaneously shock and enlighten.
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Kirsty Logan
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Harvill
Secker
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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If you love a good mystery with a touch of Victorian elegance, "The Woman In White" is the perfect book for you. Wilkie Collins weaves a captivating narrative filled with unexplained events and intriguing characters. The most distinctive feature of this book is the enigmatic woman in white, who will keep you guessing until the very end. Don't miss out on this mysterious and timeless classic!
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Charlotte Brontë
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Wordsworth
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Villette
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If you've been moved by the raw emotions of Jane Eyre, Villette takes you on an even deeper journey. Lucy Snowe's resilience and her struggle with suppressed feelings amidst life's trials are both heart-wrenching and empowering. The narrative's rich psychological depth offers a captivating look into a woman's inner life, making it a must-read for those who appreciate nuanced character studies and the gothic romance of the Victorian era.
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Edgar Allan Poe
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Castle
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Edgar Allan Poe Complete Tales and Poems
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Edgar Allan Poe: Complete Tales and Poems is perfect for those who love dark, eerie, and psychologically thrilling stories. Poe's writing is known for transporting readers to a supernatural realm and perfecting the psychological thriller genre. His most famous works include The Raven, The Tell-Tale Heart, and The Fall of the House of Usher. With a dramatic life, Poe created some of the finest literature the world has ever known, influencing many creative forces such as Charles Baudelaire and filmmaker D.W. Griffith. This book is a timeless classic that is a must-read for those who enjoy literary masterpieces.
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Anne Brontë
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Harpercollins
Publishers
The Tenant of Wildfell Hall
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I see that a man cannot give himself up to drinking without being miserable one-half his days and mad the other.
When Helen flees from her alcoholic husband in order to protect her son she defies societal convention. Earning a living as an artist, she becomes the mysterious tenant of Wildfell Hall as she hides herself away and uses her art to support her child. However, the beautiful and reclusive young woman soon begins to stir up malicious gossip and speculation. Captivated and drawn to Helen, Gilbert Markham becomes suspicious when he begins to hear these stories, however it is only when he reads Helen's diary that he learns the full cruelty that her husband subjected her to in her previous life. Rejecting the societal norms surrounding marriage in Victorian Society, Anne Bronte's novel, said to be based on the experiences of her own brother Branwell, shocked her readers at the time and still remains a scandalous read today.
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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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Lady Audley's Secret
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This Victorian bestseller, along with Braddon's other famous novel, Aurora Floyd, established her as the main rival of the master of the sensational novel, Wilkie Collins. A protest against the passive, insipid 19th-century heroine, Lady Audley was described by one critic of the time as"high-strung, full of passion, purpose, and movement." Her crime (the secret of the title) is shown to threaten the apparently respectable middle-class world of Victorian England.About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expertintroductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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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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The Doll Factory, the debut novel by Elizabeth Macneal, is an intoxicating story of art, obsession and possession.London. 1850. The Great Exhibition is being erected in Hyde Park and among the crowd watching the spectacle two people meet. For Iris, an aspiring artist, it is the encounter of a moment – forgotten seconds later, but for Silas, a collector entranced by the strange and beautiful, that meeting marks a new beginning. When Iris is asked to model for pre-Raphaelite artist Louis Frost, she agrees on the condition that he will also teach her to paint. Suddenly her world begins to expand, to become a place of art and love.But Silas has only thought of one thing since their meeting, and his obsession is darkening . . .
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If you enjoy historical retellings with a dark twist, Ava Reid's "Lady Macbeth" might just bewitch you. This isn't just a retelling; it's a reclamation, giving voice and complexity to a character traditionally painted as a mere catalyst for tragedy. Dive into a blend of power, ambition, and magic that might make you question everything you thought you knew about the original tale.
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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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Jane Eyre
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If you resonate with resilient characters and yearn for a narrative that intertwines deep emotional connections with a hint of mystery, "Jane Eyre" might just capture your heart. Jane's evolution from a determined orphan to an empowered woman set against the dark, gothic backdrop of Thornfield Hall makes for a read that's both intellectually stimulating and deeply romantic. It's the kind of story that lingers, leaving you pondering on love, morality, and self-discovery.
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Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
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This book could be a good read for anyone fascinated by the complexities of the human psyche. With its gripping exploration of the dual nature of humanity, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde delves into the depths of the human soul, revealing the darkness that can lurk within even the most respectable individuals. Its timeless themes and thought-provoking narrative make it a must-read for those seeking a captivating and introspective journey into the depths of human nature.
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Sarah Perry's award-winning novel, set at the end of the nineteenth century and inspired by true events.Moving between Essex and London, myth and modernity, Cora Seaborne's spirited search for the Essex Serpent encourages all around her to test their allegiance to faith or reason in an age of rapid scientific advancement. At the same time, the novel explores the boundaries of love and friendship and the allegiances that we have to one another. The depth of feeling that the inhabitants of Aldwinter share are matched by their city counterparts as they strive to find the courage to express and understand their deepest desires, and strongest fears.