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"Suicide Forest" by Jeremy Bates is a psychological thriller set in Aokigahara Jukai, famously known as The Suicide Forest in Japan. The book follows a group of friends who decide to camp in the forest after their Mt. Fuji hiking plans are disrupted by rain. As they explore the dense and eerie forest, they encounter unexpected horrors and mysteries, leading to a nightmarish experience. The writing style immerses the reader in the haunting atmosphere of the forest, with well-developed characters and a plot that keeps the suspense high until the shocking end.

If you liked Suicide Forest, here are the top 100 books to read next:

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    The Night Will Find Us by Matthew Lyons
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    The Night Will Find Us by Matthew Lyons is a character-driven horror novel set in a dangerous and haunted forest. The story follows a group of friends who embark on a camping trip, only to encounter murder, ghosts, bizarre rituals, and cosmic horror elements reminiscent of Lovecraft. The book is praised for its fast-paced, tension-filled narrative that keeps readers engaged, with a focus on developing complex and likable characters amidst the horrors of the forest. Lyons skillfully weaves the forest's mythology into the story, creating a primeval and immersive reading experience that traps the characters in a hostile wilderness that seems intent on their demise.


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    Hunted by Darcy Coates
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    "Hunted" by Darcy Coates follows a group of friends who venture into the woods to find Chris' sister Eileen after the police refuse to help, believing it to be a silly prank. As they navigate through the woods, they realize there is something sinister hunting them down, leading to a suspenseful and creepy story that keeps readers on edge. The plot takes unexpected turns, delivering exactly what readers want while maintaining a fast-paced and enjoyable read. Despite a rough start, the book manages to grip readers and keep them engaged until the end, transitioning from annoyance to cheering on the characters.

    She stumbled again, catching her foot on a raised root. Her muscles were too drained to keep her upright. She hit the ground hard, branches poking at her side and a rock digging into her collarbone. E...

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    The Dark Between The Trees by Fiona Barnett
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    The Dark Between The Trees by Fiona Barnett is a chilling tale that weaves together dual timelines, one set during the English Civil War and the other in the present day. The story follows an archaeological team led by Dr. Alice Christopher as they venture into Moresby Woods to uncover the mystery of a group of Parliamentarian soldiers who disappeared in 1643 and were never seen again. As the modern team delves deeper into the haunted woods, they find themselves trapped in a place where time and space behave mysteriously, mirroring the eerie experiences of the soldiers from centuries ago. The book explores themes of folklore, mystery, and horror, keeping readers on edge as they navigate through the unsettling events unfolding in the dual timelines.

    The narrative unfolds with a sense of unease and dread, skillfully building tension without relying on gratuitous plot twists or jump scares. The author's writing style evokes a haunting atmosphere, blending elements of folk horror with a focus on character development and realistic reactions to the supernatural occurrences. As the story progresses, readers are drawn into a world where the boundaries between reality and superstition blur, making them question what is truly lurking in the dark depths of Moresby Woods.


  4. Returning home after several years away, Rex brings his new family to his father's old cabin and soon finds himself battling a creature that shouldn't possibly exist. The story revolves around Rex's traumatizing childhood, blocked memories, and the cycle of deaths starting all over again. The plot unfolds with a mix of tension, terror, and blood, featuring a well-written creature horror thriller that keeps readers engaged until the end.


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    The Darkest Part of the Woods by Ramsey Campbell
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    The Darkest Part of the Woods by Ramsey Campbell is a tale set in the small rural town of Brichester, England, focusing on the Price family's fascination with the haunted Goodmanswood forest. Lennox Price's obsession with the forest, stemming from its hallucinogenic growth, leads to a series of events where the forest's supernatural forces cause spiritual and psychological anguish among the characters. Campbell weaves a complex and compelling plot that slowly unravels, luring readers through the mysterious forest with masterful language and imagery, ultimately culminating in a shocking and elusive conclusion that leaves a lingering sense of dread.

    HEATHER was scanning into the computer a book that smelled of all its centuries when Randall answered the phone. She looked up to find him holding a finger to his faint smile as if hushing himself unt...

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    The Sleep Experiment - World's Scariest Legends by Jeremy Bates
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    The Sleep Experiment by Jeremy Bates is a character-driven tale that delves into the world of psychology experiments, specifically focusing on the concept that humans do not need to sleep. Dr. Wallis, a psychology professor, conducts an experiment with two misinformed subjects, leading to unexpected and terrifying consequences. The book intricately weaves urban legends and real-life locations, creating a gripping narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Despite some unrealistic elements, the story builds tension effectively, with well-developed characters and a strong focus on horror and suspense.


    (Also, see 45 recommendations for the series World's Scariest Legends )

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    This Wretched Valley by Jenny Kiefer
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    This Wretched Valley is a gripping survival horror novel set in the eerie Kentucky wilderness. It follows four climbers, Dylan, Luke, Clay, and Sylvia, who embark on an adventure to explore an untouched cliff. The narrative alternates between their perspectives as they experience an increasing sense of dread and paranoia. The story begins with the discovery of three mangled bodies and hints at something sinister lurking beneath the surface. Kiefer skillfully builds tension through haunting descriptions and an atmosphere filled with hopelessness, leaving readers wondering about the fate of the characters long after the last page.

    Jenny Kiefer's writing captivates with its cinematic quality, drawing readers into the story's vivid, unsettling environments. Characters are well-defined, each showcasing their own ambitions and flaws which contribute to their perilous journey. While the first two-thirds of the book engage readers with intense, eerie moments, some critiques arise regarding the final third of the plot, which feels disjointed and less satisfying. Overall, it’s a debut that promises both horror fans and those intrigued by mysteries inspired by real-life events, like the Dyatlov Pass incident, that blend survival and supernatural elements.


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    The Island by Adrian McKinty
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    The Island by Adrian McKinty is a thrilling novel that takes readers on a journey to a remote island where nothing is as it seems. The story follows the main character, Danny, as he is sent to the island as a punishment for a crime he didn't commit. As he tries to survive and uncover the truth about the island, he uncovers a sinister plot and must fight for his life. McKinty creates a sense of mystery and suspense from the very beginning, with hints that something is not right on the island, keeping readers on the edge of their seats, eagerly turning the pages to uncover the truth.

    If they somehow missed Alice they would have to go another five hundred kilometers (over three hundred miles) before they could get food, water, or gas. She looked through the windows on either side o...

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    The Ritual by Adam Nevill
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    'The Ritual' by Adam Nevill is a horror novel that follows the story of four friends who embark on a camping hiking trip in Sweden, near the Arctic Circle. As they take a shortcut through a forest, they encounter strange ruins and an impossibly dense forest, leading to disorientation, hostility, and physical exhaustion. The novel is split into two sections, with the first covering the failed camping trip and the breakdown of the group, while the second takes a ghastly turn as they face a final fight for survival against a predator living in the forest. The author, Adam Nevill, creates a pervading sense of dread from the beginning, building unrelenting intensity and terror throughout the story.

    At midday, Hutch stopped walking and turned to look back at the others; three colourful figures appearing insignificant upon the misty vastness of the rocky landscape they meandered across. They were ...

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    Hunted Past Reason by Richard Matheson
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    'Hunted Past Reason' by Richard Matheson is a thriller that delves into the very nature of life and perilous death in the California wilds. The story follows Bob Hansen, an author, on his first backpacking trip with his friend Doug Crowley, an experienced hiker. As the trip progresses, tensions rise, revealing hidden rivalries and escalating to a terrifying life-or-death battle for survival in the wilderness. Matheson's writing style captures the conflicting sense of awe of nature's beauty and the anxiety of being in the wild, building suspense with masterful strokes and realistic third person omniscient voice.

    Bob and Marian drew apart, smiling at each other. They opened their doors and slid out, standing on the leaf-covered ground. "My God, the leaves are so big," Marian said, picking up one that was more ...

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