Books matching: strange rituals
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Save:"My Soul to Keep" by Tananarive Due is a dark fantasy and gripping thriller that follows the lives of Jessica and David Wolde, an African American couple who seem to be living the American dream. However, David harbors a dark secret - he is a 400-year-old immortal who must keep his true identity hidden at all costs. When Jessica starts investigating a story that could expose David, their lives are thrown into chaos as people start dying. The novel delves into themes of Christianity, racism, marriage, selfless love, and more, weaving a complex tale of suspense and mystery that keeps readers engrossed.
The story unfolds through the perspectives of Jessica and David, revealing the depths of David's immortal past and the lengths he will go to protect his family. As Jessica uncovers the truth about her husband, she must grapple with the realization that her perfect life may be built on lies and secrets. With a mix of supernatural elements, emotional depth, and suspenseful storytelling, "My Soul to Keep" explores the consequences of immortality and the sacrifices made in the name of love and survival.
A low howl filled the two-story house, bleeding from the cracks in the knotty Dade County pinewood walls. There were intervals of peace, then the sound rose two octaves into a scream that splintered J... - #2
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... Morsels by Abe Moss is a chilling horror story that starts with a seemingly innocent family gathering, but quickly turns into a nightmare for the main character, Connie. Invited to celebrate an anniversary with her boyfriend Evan's family, Connie discovers that his real family is tied up in the basement while eerie impostors take their place. The plot unfolds in a fast-paced narrative filled with horrifying creatures and creepy rituals, all set against a backdrop of tension in the woods, leading readers on a rollercoaster ride of suspense, twists, and unexpected developments.
The writing style is intense and captivating, with a mix of gore and dark themes that keep you on the edge of your seat. Readers experience a blend of shock and curiosity as the story dives into trauma with minimal explanation, leaving questions lingering even after the story wraps up. While some readers found it to be a bit predictable or rushed, many enjoyed the harrowing experience and the unexpected twists that make Morsels a unique addition to horror literature.
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Save:Graveminder by Melissa Marr is a novel set in the town of Claysville, where a pact with Death ensures near perfect health and long life in exchange for the dead rising as zombies if not properly tended to. Rebekkah Barrow unexpectedly becomes the Graveminder, responsible for caring for the dead, while her former love interest, Byron Montgomery, becomes the Undertaker. As they navigate their new roles, they uncover dark secrets and face the challenge of restless dead causing havoc in the town.
BYRON MONTGOMERY HADN’T BEEN INSIDE THE BARROW HOUSE IN YEARS. Once he’d gone there every day to meet his high school girlfriend, Ella, and her stepsister, Rebekkah. They’d both been gone for nearly a... - #5
Save:Lute by Jennifer Thorne is a captivating folk horror story set on the British Isle of Lute, where the ruling family, including Nina and Lord Treadway, are trapped by the island's mysterious hold over its inhabitants. The novel delves into themes of loss, grief, relationships, and the price of life, as Nina fights to protect her family and home amidst supernatural forces and a looming horror that unfolds every seven years on the Day.
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Save:In the summer of 1983, four friends take a road trip that leads them to a seemingly deserted town called Boxer Hills, stuck in the past with dark secrets and ancient evil. As they struggle to escape the malevolent force that holds the town captive, they must confront violence and depravity to survive until dawn. The plot is described as fast-paced, chilling, and reminiscent of a classic horror thriller, with a touch of the supernatural and occult rituals.
The book, 'Catching Hell' by Greg F. Gifune, is praised for its well-constructed plot, vivid prose, and the ability to create a chilling mood and ambiance. The story follows the journey of four friends who find themselves caught in a nightmarish situation, where the only way out is to confront the ancient evil that lurks in Boxer Hills. The writing style is commended for its specificity, concrete imagery, and the perfect balance between providing background history and fleshing out the characters.
Something had prevented her from dreaming. Normally a light sleeper, she often found herself lying awake in the night, momentarily stunned and unsure of where she was. But her sleep had been unusually... - #7
Save:'Lunar Park' by Bret Easton Ellis is a postmodern novel that blurs the lines between reality and fiction, featuring a fictionalized version of the author himself as the protagonist. The book delves into themes of dysfunctional family relationships, horror, self-reflection, and the consequences of fame. The narrative weaves together elements of literary criticism, memoir, horror, and satire, creating a unique and complex story that keeps readers engaged until the unpredictable and emotionally charged ending.
and it’s a story that might bore you but you don’t have to listen, she told me, because she always knew it was going to be like that, and it was, she thinks, her first year, or actually weekend, reall... In a swamp somewhere in Florida, danger lurks more deadly than the alligators and snakes that live there. Tales of strange humans living in the area are whispered by the town's people. A troubled teen, Kelly, moves to the town with her family and discovers something sinister happening to the children of the swamp. As Kelly and a new friend investigate, they uncover the mysteries of the swamp and the enigmatic figure known as the Dark Man. The book is set in the swamps of the coast of Florida and follows the journey of Kelly as she navigates through hallucinations, mysterious connections, and dark secrets.
The plot revolves around Kelly's experiences with the old, sinister man from her dreams, her struggles with fitting in, and her connection to the mysterious occurrences in the swamp. The writing style captures the eerie atmosphere of the dark, murky swamps, creating a suspenseful and engaging read that keeps the readers hooked till the end.
In her dreams, his face would come to her out of the darkness of sleep, leering at her, horrible features twisted into a malicious smile, his fingers—the clawed talons of a carnivorous bird—stretching...- #9
Save:'Annihilation' by Jeff VanderMeer is a mysterious and eerie novel set in a landscape undergoing a transformation due to an outside agent, reminiscent of the Strugatsky brothers' work. The story follows the protagonist, a biologist, as part of an expedition into Area X, a zone being altered by something completely alien, leading to rapid disintegration of their mission and inevitable eerie encounters. The narrative style is described as straddling the line between science fiction and horror, with an unreliable narrator providing a vague description of Area X, leaving more questions than answers.
The tower, which was not supposed to be there, plunges into the earth in a place just before the black pine forest begins to give way to swamp and then the reeds and wind-gnarled trees of the marsh fl... - #10
Save:A surreal manifestation of the brilliant, twisted mind of Ben Marcus, Notable American Women is a book made out of language, with language as the main character. Set in a Midwest as abstract as the landscapes in Wallace Stevens poems, the story revolves around a cult of women led by Jane Dark, practicing stillness and silence. The narrative follows a boy living among the women, trapped in a war between the sexes described in lyrical and formal epistolary language, creating a haunting and modern dance-like atmosphere.
Notable American Women delves into the bizarre and strangely moving story of young Ben Marcus' upbringing, depicting a dysfunctional family in an alternate Ohio. The book explores themes of behavior modification, language attacks, and the eerie ritualization of stillness and silence by a group of American women. With a narrative that gets under your skin like a haunting modern dance performance, the book presents a unique and abstract world where nouns, verbs, and adjectives take center stage.
