Books matching: unsettling secrets in folklore
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Save:A creepy, clever, and darkly funny folk horror romp - great for those who want chills without gruesome gore, an unforgettable protagonist, and a dog you’ll fall in love with.
"The Twisted Ones" by T. Kingfisher is a chilling horror novel that follows Mouse as she cleans out her hoarder grandmother's home in rural North Carolina. Uncovering a terrifying secret in the woods surrounding the house, Mouse discovers that monsters are real and have a sinister agenda. The book is praised for its spine-chilling moments, well-written characters, creepy setting, and solid background in folklore and legend. The plot twists are lauded for being on target and making sense, with a tight writing style and believable dialogue that keeps readers engaged.
It’s okay. I wouldn’t believe me either. Everything I have to say sounds completely barking mad. I’ve run it through my mind over and over, trying to find a way to turn it around so that it all sounds...October 2019•400 pages - #2
Save:A bleak, haunting folk horror that’s heavy on atmosphere and emotion - perfect for lovers of quiet, psychological chills, but possibly too slow or ambiguous for others.
Starve Acre by Andrew Michael Hurley follows Richard and Juliette Willoughby as they grapple with the grief of losing their young son, Ewan. Moving to an inherited home in the Moors, they encounter an insular and superstitious community while dealing with their own sorrow and the supernatural events surrounding their property. The narrative weaves between past and present, slowly revealing the eerie secrets of Starve Acre and the mysterious forces at play, culminating in a shocking conclusion that leaves readers haunted.
Overnight, snow had fallen thickly again in Croftendale and now in the morning the fells on the other side of the valley were pure white against the sky. Farther down, where the sun had not yet reache...2019•272 pages
