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    The Underdwelling by Tim Curran
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    'The Underdwelling' by Tim Curran is a horror novella set in a deep mine where miners stumble upon a massive underground cavern. The story unfolds with a sense of impending doom and builds tension as the characters explore the dark and sealed chamber, encountering eerie sounds made by an unseen creature. The author's descriptive skills create a spooky atmosphere, leading to a creepy and intense climax that keeps readers on edge.


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    The Girl On The Landing by Paul Torday
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    'The Girl On The Landing' is a mysterious novel that follows the story of Michael and Elizabeth, a married couple with a seemingly unremarkable marriage. As the plot unfolds, it delves into the dark and unsettling atmosphere surrounding their relationship, gradually revealing Michael's hidden past and his descent into unpredictability. The narrative alternates between the perspectives of the two main characters, creating an intimate and eerie atmosphere that keeps the reader engaged. The story builds tension towards a dramatic ending, blending elements of a ghost story with psychological twists.

    The book explores themes of secrets, mental illness, and the complexities of human relationships. With a slow but gripping plot, 'The Girl On The Landing' offers a mix of traditional mystery and supernatural elements, keeping readers on edge as they uncover the mysteries hidden within the characters' lives. The writing style evolves throughout the book, starting with a dreary tone that mirrors the characters' mundane existence but gradually picking up pace to a compelling and unsettling narrative.


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    The Lord I Left - The Secrets of Charlotte Street by Scarlett Peckham
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    The Lord I Left is a slow burn romance that follows the journey of Alice and Henry as they navigate their differences and familial expectations. Alice, a bold and talented woman, and Henry, a kind but repressed man, form a deep connection on a road trip filled with challenges and self-discovery. Scarlett Peckham's writing style beautifully portrays the evolving relationship between the characters, exploring themes of faith, desires, and love amidst societal constraints.

    The London morning smelled of smoke and had the look of a sketch crudely rendered in blunt charcoal. Icy sludge dripped from sodden eaves into the rivulets of muck that passed for streets, sloshing He...

    (Also, see 100 recommendations for the series The Secrets of Charlotte Street )

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    The Whisperer and Other Voices by Brian Lumley
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    'The Whisperer and Other Voices' by Brian Lumley is a collection of horror short stories that delve into Lovecraftian themes and dark, eerie atmospheres. The stories explore a variety of subjects, from encounters with mysterious creatures to the consequences of dabbling in the supernatural. Lumley's writing style is described as beautifully crafted, relying on subtleties to build tension and create chilling narratives that linger in the reader's mind. The plots range from tales of botany gone awry to eerie encounters with grotesque figures, all wrapped in a prose that harkens back to a gentler time in horror literature.


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    Wolf
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    Book 7 in the series:Jack Caffery

    Wolf - Jack Caffery by Mo Hayder
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    Wolf by Mo Hayder is a dark and gritty crime thriller that follows Detective Inspector Jack Caffery as he investigates a family held hostage in their country home. The story unravels with bone-chilling suspense as Caffery delves into the mystery surrounding the family's ordeal, intertwined with his personal quest to uncover the truth about his missing brother. The narrative is filled with disturbing twists and turns, gripping the reader with its tense and haunting atmosphere, while exploring themes of fear, darkness, and human nature.

    Amy is five years old and in all of those five years she’s never seen Mummy acting like this before. Mummy’s in front of her on the grass, standing in a weird way, as if she’s been frozen by one of th...

    (Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Jack Caffery )

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    Crawlspace by Herbert Lieberman
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    'Crawlspace' by Herbert Lieberman is a psychological thriller that revolves around a mysterious drifter named Richard who enters the lives of a lonely middle-aged couple, Albert and Alice. The tension in the story is built gradually as the couple takes Richard into their home, unaware of the dark secrets he harbors. The plot unfolds in a masterful way, exploring themes of human frailty, control issues, and fear of abandonment. The writing style is captivating, with well-defined characters whose lives intertwine in unexpected ways, leading to a thought-provoking and self-questioning narrative.

    I LIVE ON A rural road in a northern suburb. My nearest neighbor lives in a farmhouse two miles south of me. My name is Graves. If I speak in haste, it’s out of a desire to say what has to be said as ...

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    Extinct
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    Book 1 in the series:Extinct

    Extinct - Extinct by Ike Hamill
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    'Extinct' by Ike Hamill is an apocalyptic novel that follows the story of a gifted teenager named Robby Pearce and a self-employed computer programmer in his 30s named Brad Jenkins as they navigate a world devastated by an extinction event. The plot is filled with tension, interesting ideas, and conspiracy theories that keep the reader engaged and eager to uncover the mysteries within the story. Despite some plot holes and the lack of a clear explanation in certain parts, the book is described as a proper page-turner with well-constructed tension-building elements that lead the reader through a dark and unsettling world.


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    Snap by Belinda Bauer
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    Snap by Belinda Bauer is a crime mystery novel that follows Jack, a young boy forced to care for his two younger sisters after their mother's murder. The story revolves around Jack's journey to find his mother's killer, the involvement of a peculiar police department, and the discovery of a crucial piece of evidence. Despite the dark themes of grief and crime, the book is noted for its dark humor, intriguing plot twists, and a cast of characters that readers can't help but care for. Bauer's writing style effectively combines heart-wrenching moments with wry humor, keeping readers engaged and eager to unravel the mystery.

    The windows were down, but no air moved; only small bugs whirred, with a sound like dry paper. Overhead hung a single frayed cloud, while an invisible jet drew a chalky line across the bright blue sky...

  9. 'The Bone Key: The Necromantic Mysteries of Kyle Murchison Booth' by Sarah Monette is a collection of interconnected short stories following Kyle Murchison Booth, a socially awkward museum archivist with a mysterious past and an affinity for the supernatural. Through a series of eerie encounters with ghosts, ghouls, and otherworldly beings, Booth's character evolves from a passive observer to an active participant in the haunting mysteries that surround him. The writing style is described as elegantly crafted, with deft characterization and a subtle, psychological approach to horror reminiscent of classic ghost stories.

    My head jerked up; Augustus Blaine was leaning against my office door, as if his body were too heavy for him to support on his own any longer. I recognized him at once, although I had not seen him for...

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    Two Girls Down
    Book 1 in the series:Alice Vega

    Two Girls Down - Alice Vega by Louisa Luna
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    Two young girls, Kylie and Bailey, go missing in a Pennsylvania town, leading their family to hire Alice Vega, a skilled private investigator known for finding missing children. Vega teams up with Max Caplan, a former cop turned PI, to track down leads and uncover the truth behind the disappearance. The story unfolds with twists and turns, showcasing the complex characters of Vega and Cap as they navigate through a chilling and dark tale of abduction and suspense.

    Jamie Brandt was not a bad mother. Later she would tell that to anyone who would listen: police, reporters, lawyers, her parents, her boyfriend, her dealer, the new bartender with the knuckle tattoos ...

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