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If you liked The Storyteller, here are the top 8 books to read next:
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Save:'The Unrest-Cure and Other Stories' by Saki, Edward Gorey is a collection of satirical short stories that poke fun at the social pretensions of the upper class English at the turn of the last century. Saki's writing style, reminiscent of Oscar Wilde but with a unique touch, involves witty and clever storytelling with plots that can include talking cats, werewolves, and bloodthirsty ferrets. The stories are set in various unlikely spots like drawing rooms, country houses, and suburban railways, featuring characters such as languid young men, haughty dowagers, and elegant young women, often with a supernatural twist.
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Save:'Sredni Vashtar' by author Saki is a collection of ghost stories that were selected from the Fontana Book of Great Ghost Stories series edited by Ronald Chetwynd Hayes. The stories range from tragic tales of spirits seeking justice to malevolent ghosts tormenting the living, with a mix of classic ghost and horror tales from various authors like M.R. James, Edgar Allen Poe, and Maupassant. The writing style is described as traditional, eerie, and elusive, written in the language of another era, providing a refreshing break from the more contemporary gory and raunchy horror writing.
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Save:"The Open Window" is the Saki (H. H. Munro) classic short story that continues to fascinate readers. This is the original story-only word order and difficult vocabulary have been updated. End notes, interpretation, and discussion of major themes foll
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Save:'Kiss Kiss' by Roald Dahl is a collection of 11 short stories that delve into the dark and macabre, often with unexpected twists. The writing style is described as crisp, surprising, and smoothly written, with a touch of British black humor. Each story starts innocently but ends with a chilling or eccentric conclusion, leaving the reader both entertained and slightly unsettled. Dahl's unique storytelling perspective shines through in these tales of the unusual, reminiscent of stories one might expect to find in 'Twilight Zone'.
Billy Weaver had travelled down from London on the slow afternoon train, with a change at Swindon on the way, and by the time he got to Bath it was about nine o’clock in the evening and the moon was c... - #7
Save:'Tales of the Unexpected' by Roald Dahl is a collection of short stories that captivate readers with unexpected twists and turns. The stories feature a variety of settings and themes, showcasing Dahl's mastery in crafting unique and original narratives. From tales of uppity early 20th-century British characters facing peculiar problems to shocking endings and twisted psyches, each story in this anthology offers a glimpse into the dark and unexpected side of human nature. Readers are taken on a journey through suspenseful and sometimes chilling storylines that leave a lasting impact.
Richard Pratt was a famous gourmet. He was president of a small society known as the Epicures, and each month he circulated privately to its members a pamphlet on food and wines. He organized dinners ... - #8
Save:In 'Strangers on a Train' by Patricia Highsmith, two strangers, Guy and Bruno, meet on a train and engage in a sinister plan to commit mutual murders - Guy's wife and Bruno's father. As the plot unfolds, the story delves into themes of obsession, mental illness, and the lengths individuals will go to in order to preserve their societal status. The narrative is a slow-burning psychological thriller that explores the characters' psychological torment and escalating madness as they navigate through guilt, deception, and the consequences of their actions.
The train tore along with an angry, irregular rhythm. It was having to stop at smaller and more frequent stations, where it would wait impatiently for a moment, then attack the prairie again. But prog...
