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  The House of Borderland

  William Hope Hodgson

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  "The House of Borderland" intricately weaves the tale of an elderly recluse who dwells in a peculiar, decaying mansion that seems to throb with an enigmatic life of its own. This abode, with its crumbling walls and sagging roof, is not just a shelter but a vessel of secrets. In a surreal and twisted alternate realm, the recluse perceives a shimmering, jade-green doppelgänger of his home—an ethereal reflection filled with haunting beauty. This strange dimension is populated by colossal gods and monstrous beings that cast unsettling shadows over his troubled mind. 
  As the narrative unfolds, the fragile peace of the recluse’s earthly sanctuary is shattered. His quiet existence plunges into terror as grotesque, swine-like creatures, their skin slick and bristling, surge forth from a sinister, gaping cavern that yawns beneath the ground. With their foul stench and ear-piercing shrieks, these nightmarish entities lay siege to his home, transforming the once-safe haven into a battleground of horror and desperation. 
  Yet, amid this chaos, an even graver threat looms on the horizon—something far more insidious than the monstrous swine that besiege him. The recluse must grapple not only with physical combat against these grotesque abominations but also confront an unfathomable horror that threatens to unravel the very fabric of his sanity, pushing the limits of his endurance and plunging him into a chilling abyss of dread and despair.

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  The Pit and the Pendulum

  Edgar Allen Poe

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  Embark on a heart-pounding journey of survival in Edgar Allan Poe's "The Pit and the Pendulum," where an unnamed narrator finds himself trapped in a nightmarish world of the Spanish Inquisition. Condemned to a ghastly death, he navigates the terrors of a dungeon's darkness, tormented by the threat of a descending, razor-sharp pendulum. Poe's evocative prose draws listeners into the narrator's desperate struggle for escape, painting a vivid picture of fear, suspense, and the triumph of the human spirit in the face of relentless horror.

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  Devil’s Code The (Dr Olivia...

  Michael Wood

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  'Once again, Michael Wood, the master of horror and suspense, has written a book that put me through the wringer with its taut, horrifying, dark and devious storyline.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  From the dark mind behind the DCI Matilda Darke series, comes the next novel in a gripping new series. Dr Olivia Winter is back. And she’s got a brand new case to solve.  
  A BRUTAL MURDER 
  When Isaac McFadden is found with the dismembered body of a young man in the boot of his car, it’s an easy conviction for the jury. But, then a notebook is discovered in Isaac’s house, and the police believe they have a serial killer on their hands. 
  A CRYPTIC CODE 
  Within the pages of the notebook is a chart written in a code, which DI Linus Sutton believes holds the location of more bodies. Made up of seemingly random words, numbers and symbols, and with a suspect who is refusing to talk, Sutton enlists the help of Forensic Psychologist Dr Olivia Winter. 
  THE FINAL GIRL 
  Having previously survived attacks from two killers, Olivia is the real life ‘final girl’. But can she unlock the code before her luck runs out?Praise for The Devil’s Code 
  ‘The crime was brilliantly plotted. I also tried my hardest with decoding the notebook… and when it was all finally revealed, well, I sat back and applauded the author for a job well done.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'Michael Wood deserves to be recognised as one of our best crime writers.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  ‘One twisted but addictive read.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'What a read this was, it chilled me to the bone, the darkness was intense and downright scary. The code was cleverly done and I spent ages trying to figure it out myself, but to no avail.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'It's beautiful, dark but gripping and a real page turner.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'Clever, heartbreaking and – in parts – very gruesome!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  ‘Hooks you from the first page and if you enjoy procedurals with dark twists, you will enjoy this.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'The Devil's Code is not for the faint hearted and is devilishly clever.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'The pace is relentless, fuelled by unexpected twists and dark revelations.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'An extremely chilling read with a twist that will blow your socks off!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'As you are reading it, you think you have it solved but you couldn’t be more wrong.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'I didn’t think he could better the Matilda Darke series which I love but I think Michael Wood might have hit the jackpot again with this one.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  The Devil's Code, the latest novel in the series, is a thrilling addition to the crime genre. With a best-selling author like Michael Wood at the helm, readers can expect a hard-boiled detective story that will leave them guessing until the very end. 
  For fans of Angela Marsons (36 Hours), Tim Sullivan (The Patient), David J. Gatward (Grimm Up North), Marion Todd (Bridges to Burn), and Jd Kirk (A Killer of Influence). 
  HarperCollins 2025

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  The Cask of Amontillado

  Edgar Allan Poe

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  The Cask of Amontillado by Edgar Allan Poe is a dark and gripping tale of revenge, deceit, and the chilling depths of human malice. Set in the shadowy, wine-filled catacombs of an unnamed Italian city, this short story follows the cunning and vengeful Montresor as he seeks to settle an unnamed insult by luring his unsuspecting friend, Fortunato, into a deadly trap. 
  Poe’s masterful use of suspense and irony unfolds as Montresor, under the guise of friendship, tempts Fortunato with the promise of tasting a rare and exquisite wine—Amontillado. As they descend into the cold, claustrophobic depths of the catacombs, the tension builds, and the true nature of Montresor’s intentions becomes terrifyingly clear. Fortunato, oblivious to the danger he is in, finds himself entangled in a plot that will seal his fate forever. 
  This classic tale of horror delves into themes of pride, revenge, and the darkness within the human soul, showcasing Poe’s unparalleled talent for creating atmospheric and psychological suspense. Perfect for fans of gothic literature and psychological thrillers, this audiobook version of The Cask of Amontillado brings the sinister story to life, immersing listeners in its eerie and chilling world. 
  Start Listening to The Cask of Amontillado today and experience one of Poe’s most haunting works!

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  Mystery of a Turkish Bath

  E. M. Gollan

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  A group of guests, at an exclusive luxury hotel in Hampshire, are the witnesses of an illustration of occult powers, demonstrated by “the Mystery”, as Mrs. Jefferson named the beautiful stranger who one day appeared in the Turkish Baths of the hotel. The events that follow lead Mrs. Jefferson to question the wisdom of her interest in the occult. (Summary by Bev. J. Stevens)

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  A Face at the Window - A Novel

  Dennis McFarland

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  “An irresistible tale that ventures into the ghostly realms of psychology, personality and intimacy” from the bestselling author of The Music Room (San Francisco Chronicle).  When their daughter leaves for college, newly minted empty nesters Cookson and Ellen Selway decide to escape the eerie quiet of their home and take a trip to London. But not long after arriving, it becomes apparent that the Selways have traded one unsettling locale for another. Like Cookson, a recovering alcoholic and drug addict, the Hotel Willerton has a disturbing past. Fifty years ago, a young girl fell to her death from one of the hotel’s windows, and her ghost is haunting Cookson, slowly drawing him back toward the darkness that once consumed him. As Cookson descends into a spiral of self-destruction, he is joined by two more apparitions, each reflecting the worst parts of himself and forcing him to confront the mistakes of his past that have tormented him for years. From the celebrated author of the Washington Post Best Book of the Year Nostalgia and the New York Times–bestselling The Music Room, this is “a gripping, stylish, consistently entertaining novel” that offers a literary spin on the traditional ghost story (The Atlanta Journal-Constitution).  

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