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Book reviews for horror fans; weather a sleepless night with literary accounts of hauntings, possessions, zombies, vampires and beyond.
The Woman in the Tattered Dress
The Woman in the Tattered Dress SYNOPSIS : The story is about a young woman named Sarah who is home alone during a stormy night. She hears a creaking noise coming from upstairs and decides to investigate, only to encounter a mysterious figure shrouded in darkness. This figure turns out to be a ghostly woman in a tattered dress who haunts the house and terrifies Sarah. Sarah later discovers that the house was built on the site of an old burial ground and that the spirits of the dead still haunt the property. She tries to leave the house but finds that she is trapped and unable to escape the haunting presence of the woman in the tattered dress. Years pass and Sarah grows old and frail, never able to escape the haunting spirit. The story ends with the legend of the haunted house on the burial ground being born and people coming from all over to witness the site where Sarah lived out the rest of her days, trapped and haunted by the spirits of the dead.
The Mystery of the Wall
The Mystery of the Wall In the small village of Willow Creek, there was a mysterious wall that no one dared to approach. It was said to be cursed and whoever dared to climb over it would never return. The wall stood tall and imposing, stretching across the entire length of the village and dividing it into two halves.
Kathiravan NaveenPublished about a year ago in HorrorHaunted Hostel: Midnight Encounter
Maj, along with seven other boys, was staying at a hostel that was built in a cemetery. The hostel had three floors and the eight boys were staying on the third floor in a single room. Their names were Haki, Manik,Vick,Sham,Abin,Sah, Ras, and Maj.
The House That Haunts
The Johnson family had always dreamed of living in a big, beautiful mansion by the lake. They had saved for years to make this dream a reality, and when they finally found the perfect house, they jumped at the chance to buy it. As soon as they moved in, they were in love with their new home. The spacious rooms, the high ceilings, and the beautiful view of the lake from the living room windows all exceeded their expectations. They felt as though they had finally found the perfect place to start their new life. As soon as they moved in, they were in love with their new home. The spacious rooms, the high ceilings, and the beautiful view of the lake from the living room windows all exceeded their expectations. They felt as though they had finally found the perfect place to start their new life. However, strange things began to happen soon after they moved in. They would hear strange noises in the middle of the night, doors opening and closing by themselves, and even ghostly apparitions. The family tried to ignore these events, thinking that they were just their imagination or that the house was just settling. One day, while exploring the basement of the house, the father, David, discovered a box of old newspapers and documents. He was curious and decided to read through them, hoping to find out more about the history of the house.
ArtfulAdventuresPublished about a year ago in HorrorDracula
"Dracula" is a classic horror novel written by Bram Stoker and first published in 1897. The story follows the journey of a young solicitor, Jonathan Harker, as he travels to Transylvania to help a wealthy nobleman, Count Dracula, purchase an estate in England. Upon his arrival, Harker realizes that the count is actually a vampire and is soon imprisoned in his castle.
Pravin ImmanuelPublished about a year ago in HorrorThe Cursed Tree: A Chilling Tale from the Hills of Gurez
"The Cursed Tree: A Chilling Tale from the Hills of Gurez" The hills of Gurez, nestled in the valley of Kashmir, were known for their scenic beauty and peaceful surroundings. But there was one spot that stood out from the rest, a tree that looked strange and ominous. This tree was the source of many tales of terror, and people whispered that it was haunted by evil spirits.
The Haunting of Hotel Roses Hill: A Tale from the British Era of Ooty
Built in 1844, Hotel Roses Hill was a symbol of the British era in Ooty. The hotel was known for its classic British architecture and was a popular tourist spot for those who wanted to experience the elegance and grandeur of the colonial era. The hotel had stood the test of time and had withstood the elements for over a hundred years, but there was one more thing that made Hotel Roses Hill famous, something that had nothing to do with its beautiful architecture.
The Haunting of the Army Quarters: The Tale of the Supernatural Souls
The Haunting of the Army Quarters: The Tale of the Supernatural Souls" It was said that the Army Quarters in Part of India was haunted by supernatural souls. People whispered that strange things happened within its walls and that the air was thick with an eerie presence. Many of the soldiers who lived there reported seeing ghostly apparitions floating through the air, appearing for just a few seconds before fading away into the sky. The strange noises and bright light that accompanied these apparitions were enough to send shivers down even the bravest of spines.
Quarantine Haunt: Alan Saints and the Mysterious Occurrences
Quarantine Haunt: Alan Saints and the Mysterious Occurrences" Alan Saints and his partner lived in a small apartment in San Francisco, they had been quarantining due to the coronavirus pandemic and their days had been uneventful. They worked from home, took walks and did household chores. However, things took a turn for the worse when strange things started happening in their apartment.
The Haunted Remnants of the Zombie Apocalypse
The Haunted Remnants of the Zombie Apocalypse It had been years since the zombie plague decimated the world, leaving only a small group of survivors. They had banded together to form a community, hoping to rebuild what had once been a thriving civilization. But as they worked to establish a new society, strange things began to happen.
The Curse of Dutchman's Creek: A Fishing Trip Gone Wrong at Hill House"
The Curse of Dutchman's Creek: A Fishing Trip Gone Wrong at Hill House" The crisp autumn air carried the scent of decay and change, marking the end of summer and the start of a new season. Arav and Brav, two old friends, had come together after a long time to go fishing in the serene and remote forests of upstate Portland. The two of them were looking for a peaceful escape from their mundane lives, but what they found was far from what they had expected.
A Head Full of Ghosts: The Brave Battle Against the Unknown
The small town of Ravenswood was renowned for its quiet, peaceful surroundings and its friendly residents. But all of that changed when the Barret family moved in. Their house stood at the end of the town's main road and was said to be haunted by the ghosts of its previous occupants. The town's people whispered that the Barret family had brought something evil with them, something that was slowly but surely taking over the minds of those who lived in Ravenswood.