Books matching: eerie superstitions
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Save:Harvest Home by Thomas Tryon is a slow-burning gothic horror story set in the rural village of Cornwall Coombe, where ancient fertility cult rituals and sinister traditions lurk beneath the surface. The novel follows the Constantine family's move to the village, where they encounter eerie superstitions and unsettling mysteries surrounding the corn crop and the secretive Harvest Home ceremony. As the family delves deeper into the village's traditions, they uncover dark secrets that challenge their perceptions of the idyllic small town life they initially sought.
I awakened that morning to birdsong. It was only the little yellow bird who lives in the locust tree outside our bedroom window, but I could have wrung his neck, for it was not yet six and I had a han... - #2
Save:In the short story "Thrawn Janet" by Robert Louis Stevenson, the plot revolves around the minister of Balweary, Reverend Murdoch Soulis, and his encounter with Janet McClour, who is suspected of being a witch by the villagers. When Soulis demands Janet to publicly renounce the devil, she is struck with a mysterious affliction that twists her neck, leading to eerie suspicions of supernatural involvement. The story is narrated in a mix of standard English and broad Scots dialect, adding to the atmospheric horror of the tale and delves into themes of good versus evil, with a chilling climax that leaves a lasting impact on the characters.
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Save:Small Angels by Lauren Owen is a paranormal fantasy horror novel that revolves around the village of Mockbeggar and its magical woods. The story follows Chloe, who rents an old church in the village and begins to experience supernatural occurrences related to the woods coming alive again. The narrative alternates between a present storyline and ghost stories told from varying perspectives, unveiling small town legends, paranormal elements, and multiple POVs. The plot delves into folklore, superstition, enchantments, and the consequences of meddling with the malicious ghost haunting the woods, particularly focusing on the character Lucia who plays a significant role in the unfolding events.
The book is praised for its atmospheric and spooky writing style, creating a NeoGothic tone reminiscent of Shirley Jackson novels. Lauren Owen's use of anthropomorphization brings the woods to life with emotions and menace, enhancing the eerie and haunting atmosphere of the story. The multiple love stories intertwined in the narrative add depth to the plot, with references to small town legends, ghost stories, and dual timelines contributing to the engaging and unique storytelling.
