Books matching: threatening atmosphere
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Save:'Pale Horse Coming' by Stephen Hunter follows the story of Earl Swagger, a Marine hero turned Arkansas State Trooper, who finds himself at Thebes State Penal Farm in Mississippi. Earl is subjected to torture and imprisonment but vows to return and seek revenge. As the plot unfolds, Earl's friend Sam Vincent gets entangled in a dangerous investigation that leads to betrayal and murder. is set in the backwoods Mississippi of the 1950s, portraying the Old South at its most brutal, with themes of vengeance, loyalty, and survival. The writing style is described as suspenseful, engaging, and cinematic, immersing the reader in a world of violence, retribution, and morally righteous responses to cruelty.
IN mid-1947, Jefferson Barnes, the prosecuting attorney of Polk County, Arkansas, finally died. Upon that tragedy the old man fell out of one of those new golf cart things on vacation in Hot Springs, ...
(Also, see 23 recommendations for the series Earl Swagger ) - #2
Save:'Maze' by J.M. McDermott is a dark and unsettling tale set in a mysterious labyrinth where various characters from different times and places find themselves trapped. The story is divided into sections, each narrated by a different character, exploring their struggles to survive in the harsh and confusing environment known as The Maze. The writing style is described as non-linear, with a stream of consciousness approach that adds to the confusion and mystery of the narrative.
Julie, my beautiful daughter, sat down to eat the flatbread I had made for her from the wheat and rice we grew by the pond and the acorns of the trees that grew here, where a lake used to be, among th... - #3
Save:The Magpies by Mark Edwards is a chilling psychological thriller that follows the lives of Jamie and Kirsty, a happy young couple who move into their dream home in a suburb of London. However, their idyllic life takes a dark turn when they become the target of their neighbors' sinister and escalating harassment. The tension mounts as bizarre events unfold, leaving Jamie and Kirsty questioning their sanity and safety. As the story progresses, the couple finds themselves isolated and facing unimaginable horrors, with no one to turn to for help.
The narrative of The Magpies is described as taut and tense, with a gripping plot that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. The book delves into the psychological unraveling of its characters, particularly Jamie and Kirsty, as they navigate the nightmare unfolding in their own home. With layers of mystery and unexpected twists, the story explores themes of fear, paranoia, and the terrifying reality of living next to malevolent neighbors.
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Save:"The Rock from the Sky" by Jon Klassen is a humorous and suspenseful story told in three parts, following a conversation between a tortoise and an armadillo discussing the best place to stand. The plot involves unexpected turns, such as the appearance of an ominous alien spaceship and a big rock about to fall from the sky, adding tension and anticipation to the story. The writing style is described as dry, slightly dark, and blunt, with simple but brilliant illustrations that enhance the humor and suspense throughout the book.
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Save:'Winter Wake' by Rick Hautala is a chilling tale set in Maine, where a family moves to an island to care for the father who recently suffered a stroke. Secrets from the past resurface, leading to strange friendships, hints of danger, and outright threats. The novel unfolds slowly but vividly, blending psychological and supernatural elements, culminating in a breathtaking finale where characters fight for survival amidst ghostly encounters and family tensions.
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Save:Eliza Martin, an independent and wealthy woman, hires thief taker Jasper Bond to uncover the culprit behind the accidents threatening her life and pressuring her to marry. As they navigate their business arrangement turned passionate relationship, they both grapple with their own agendas and growing attraction. The story unfolds with unexpected twists, well-developed characters, and a strong romance that evolves organically, making it a pleasant and enjoyable historical fiction read with a touch of erotica.
As a thief-taker, Jasper Bond had been consulted in a number of unusual locations, but today was the first in a church. Some of his clients were at home in the rookeries his crew haunted. Others were ... - #7Leechby:
Save:'Leech' by Hiron Ennes is a unique horror sci-fi novel set in a post-apocalyptic world where humanity is struggling to rebuild after mass destruction. The story revolves around parasitic protagonists in a complex fictional world filled with various lands, species, and diseases. is described as chilling, gripping, and compelling, with a focus on finding freedom from those that control us by selling us the lie that we cannot survive without them.
THE SIGHT OF THIS old train car saddens me, though I cannot quite articulate why. There is something unnamable about the rattling of the empty wooden seats, so like the pews of a deserted church, that...
