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By Victoria Williamson. Set in Paisley, Scotland, in 1697, Red Runs the Witch’s Thread weaves a haunting tale of guilt, redemption, and madness. The book opens with the chilling historical backdrop of thirty-five people accused of witchcraft, eight of whom are condemned to death, largely on the word of
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By Clay McLeod Chapman. In Wake Up and Open Your Eyes, Noah Fairchild has spent years watching his formerly polite Southern parents fall under the sway of far-right television. When his mother leaves him a cryptic voicemail about the “Great Reawakening,” Noah dismisses it as just another conspiracy theory. But
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By Trang Thanh Tran. Trang Thanh Tran has done it again, delivering a masterpiece of atmospheric horror that’s as deeply unsettling as it is thought-provoking. They Bloom at Night is an evocative exploration of identity, belonging, and survival set against the eerie backdrop of a submerged Mercy, Louisiana—a
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This week's round-up of beautiful book mail! I'm excited to begin sharing a roundup of the book mail I've received recently. I can't wait to delve into these books and share my thoughts through reviews! The books in this week's
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By Andrew Michael Hurley. Content warning - Death, death by suicide, injury, illness Barrowbeck is a hauntingly atmospheric book that delves into the dark legacy of a remote valley on the Yorkshire-Lancashire border, where generations of villagers have coexisted with ominous, unseen forces. From its origins as a haven for
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By Nuzo Onoh. Where the Dead Brides Gather is a mesmerising and eerie novel set in Nigeria, blending supernatural horror with rich cultural traditions. The story follows Bata, an eleven-year-old girl tormented by nightmares. One night, she wakes to find herself transformed—her hair, skin, and eyes a dazzling white—
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By Erin A. Craig. The Thirteenth Child by Erin A. Craig is a dark, gothic fantasy that draws readers into a richly atmospheric world, reminiscent of classic fairytales. The story follows Hazel, the thirteenth child in her family, who is born unwanted, unloved, and claimed at birth by the god
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This week's round-up of beautiful book mail. I'm excited to begin sharing a roundup of the book mail I've received recently. I can't wait to delve into these books and share my thoughts through reviews! As always, a huge thank you to
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By Monika Kim. Content Warning - Racial fetishisation, eye chomping, murder. Ji-won's life spirals into chaos after her father's affair and sudden departure. Her mother is shattered, her younger sister is left hurt and confused, and Ji-won's freshman grades are in freefall. The once-stable
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By Guillermo Del Toro. I am thrilled to announce that I have been selected to participate in a Tandem Collective UK read-along for an exciting new short story by the acclaimed Guillermo Del Toro. It is an incredible opportunity to delve into the captivating world crafted by this master storyteller
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By Chris Leite. In Of the Lemon of the North, we delve into the lives of two complex characters, each struggling with their demons in a web of twisted fate. Meet Jack Lemon, a man grappling with schizophrenia, devoid of empathy, and harbouring a dark, ironic sense of humour. His
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I returned from my honeymoon to a delightful surprise in the form of an incredible book package! 🍯🌝 The Postcard by Anne Berest: In January 2003, the Berest family received an enigmatic unsigned postcard featuring the Opera Garnier on one side and the names of their relatives who perished in Auschwitz