Books matching: dark revelations
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'Revenge' by Yoko Ogawa is a collection of interconnected short stories that delve into themes of revenge, murder, loss, and eerie connections in an eerily normal world. The stories are macabre and unsettling, with elements like a woman with her heart outside her body, a bag maker sewing an elaborate bag to hold it, and a widow growing carrots shaped like hands in her garden where her dead husband is later found buried without his hands. The writing style is described as precise, detailed, and impassive, with a minimalist approach that inserts bizarre elements into everyday occurrences to create a sense of spookiness and horror.
It was a beautiful Sunday. The sky was a cloudless dome of sunlight. Out on the square, leaves fluttered in a gentle breeze along the pavement. Everything seemed to glimmer with a faint luminescence: ... - #2
When Liv Fleming's father Lee disappears after spending months ranting about aliens, hoarding weapons, and building terrible traps around their property, Liv and her friend Doug find an inhuman creature caught in one of the traps. The story delves into dark issues, examining family, grief, torture, friendship, and staying true to oneself. The book is a finely written tale that combines aliens, mysteries, corruption, and brutality, making it a great choice for older teen and adult readers.
The plot of 'Bent Heavens' revolves around Liv and Doug's decision to keep the alien creature they find trapped, in an attempt to unravel the mystery of Lee's disappearance. The writing style is described as engaging, with twists that are tense and not entirely predictable. The book explores themes of horror, violence, and family dynamics, creating a story that is both captivating and thought-provoking.
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'Run Away' by Harlan Coben follows the story of Simon Greene, a father searching for his missing daughter, Paige, who has fallen into drug addiction. As Simon delves deeper into her disappearance, he uncovers secrets that challenge his perception of his family and trust. The plot is filled with twists and turns, including drug dealers, gun fights, DNA surprises, and mysterious connections between characters, all leading to a gripping and suspenseful narrative. Coben's writing style is described as fast-paced, engaging, and full of action, with complex mysteries that keep the reader guessing until the very end.
Simon sat on a bench in Central Park—in Strawberry Fields, to be more precise—and felt his heart shatter. No one could tell, of course, at least not at first, not until the punches started flying and ... - #4
'Diary' by Chuck Palahniuk follows Misty Wilmot, whose husband is in a coma, as she navigates a town with sinister plans for her. Misty's mother-in-law keeps a diary that reveals both her past and future. The story is a blend of second and third person narratives, reminiscent of Palahniuk's unique style seen in 'Fight Club'. The book delves into Misty's struggles, the mystery behind her husband's failing resort, and the eerie atmosphere of Waytansa Island.
The narrative explores themes of art, suffering, and destiny, as Misty's paintings hold the key to the lives and future of the island's inhabitants. Palahniuk weaves a gripping tale with strong characters and a haunting storyline that keeps readers on edge. While the book is described as bizarre and disturbing, it is praised for its thought-provoking elements and the way it challenges perceptions of reality and art.
The official name for your liver spots is hyperpigmented lentigines . The official anatomy word for a wrinkle is rhytide . Those creases in the top half of your face, the rhytides plowed across your f... - #5
Toplin by Michael McDowell is a moody, hallucinatory book about madness and redemption, following the journey of an unnamed protagonist through a grotesque urban landscape in search of a higher purpose. The protagonist, consumed by the acute symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, fixates on a waitress named Marta, whom he believes desires her own death. The novel delves into the disturbed narrator's world through powerful imagery and a style of narration that creates an unsettling and absorbing reading experience.
The story in Toplin is more akin to the weird writings of Thomas Ligotti than mainstream horror fiction, portraying a life of solitude and order marred by compulsions and obsessions. McDowell's skillful use of black and white imagery, along with the subtle incorporation of photos, adds to the overall feeling of unease and enhances the reader's understanding of the narrator's limited vision and unconventional views of society.
I hadn’t expected that. I had passed that grocery store every day for I couldn’t remember how many years, and it had never been shut at this hour. I had passed it every day on my way to work, and ever... - #6
"Mrs. deWinter" by Susan Hill is a sequel to the classic novel "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier. It continues the story of the nameless Mrs. de Winter and Maxim as they return from a long exile. The writing style is often compared to Du Maurier's, detailed and intriguing, with returning characters from the first novel adding depth and nostalgia to the narrative. However, some readers found the pacing slow at the beginning but acknowledged that it picked up towards a surprising end.
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Reclusive Sally Diamond causes outrage by trying to incinerate her dead father. Now she's the center of attention, not only from the hungry media and police detectives, but also a sinister voice from a past she does not remember. As she begins to discover the horrors of her early childhood, Sally steps into the world for the first time, making new friends, big decisions, and learning that people don't always mean what they say. But who is the man observing Sally from the other side of the world, and why does he call her Mary? Sally's trust issues are about to be severely challenged in this inventive, addictive, and bold thriller. The story gets quite dark as we understand more about what happened to her when she was a child and her mother, flicking between Sally and Peter to show how their past has affected their present. From the very beginning of Strange Sally Diamond, readers are captivated with her story, thoughts of her early life, and her fear of someone watching and hoping to take her away, flowing through the pages.
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'Different Class' by Joanne M. Harris is a psychological thriller set in St. Oswald's School for boys in England, with the story unfolding in 2005 and twenty years earlier. The novel delves into the lives of the characters, particularly Roy Straitly, the Latin Master teacher, and explores themes of loyalty, change, uncovering dark secrets, and the complexities of human behavior. The narrative alternates between two time frames and multiple narrators, keeping the reader engaged with twists, suspense, and a mysterious atmosphere that builds throughout the book.
The plot of 'Different Class' focuses on the dynamics within St. Oswald's School, the clash between tradition and modernization, and the repercussions of past events on the present. Joanne Harris skillfully weaves together a story that showcases the struggles of the characters, the hidden facets of the school's history, and the psychological depth of the narrative. The book offers a unique perspective on private schools, moral dilemmas, and the impact of change, all while keeping the reader guessing with its intricate plot and well-developed characters.
Not that I’m planning a murder. But it is an interesting subject. Unlike most of the subjects I will be studying this term—Maths; Latin; English; French. Actually I do like English. But the reading li...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Malbry ) "The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner" by James Hogg is a gothic novel set in Scotland in the early 1700s. It follows the story of two brothers, one raised as the son of a laird and the other as the adopted son of a clergyman, whose meeting leads to trouble. The novel delves into themes of religion, fanaticism, and the supernatural, particularly focusing on the character of a mysterious stranger who influences the main character to commit heinous crimes. The narrative is presented from multiple viewpoints, including an observer's, the author's, and the sinner's, blending elements of parody, criticism of extreme theology, and horror.
It appears from tradition, as well as some parish registers still extant, that the lands of Dalcastle (or Dalchastel, as it is often spelled) were possessed by a family of the name of Colwan, about on...- #10
'You Let Me In' by Camilla Bruce is a dark and disturbing psychological horror story that delves into the complexities of trauma and abuse. The narrative follows Cassandra Tipp, a bestselling novelist accused of murder, as her niece and nephew uncover her final manuscript that holds the key to unlocking her fortune. Through Cassandra's memoir, readers are taken on a journey filled with faeries, mysteries, and dark revelations, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy. The writing style is described as enchanting, beautifully written, and haunting, with a touch of folk horror elements that add to the eerie atmosphere of the story.
You drive up the dirt road between the old oak trees. It’s October, so I guess it must be raining. Maybe there’s a wind blowing too, leaving yellow leaves on your windshield. You scan your surrounding...