I got this book as a gift from a dear friend and went in not knowing much and its what kind of brought me back into really loving reading. idk if it counts as a short book but its definitely not long lol. I can only recommend it especially for people who enjoy reading classics and gothic literature
Dec 10, 2024
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Theres something so nice about being able to sit down and finish a book in under 30
minutes. Time that would have otherwise been spent scrolling mindlessly on a random app is instead spent enriching my brain and taking me on a little journey from beginning to end.
Sometimes I donât want to read the same book for a week or two. Sometimes you just want to scratch an itch and be done.
Iâm not ashamed to include a 17 page book in my total count for the year, and you shouldnât be either!
Anyways, The Ritual was just that, so 10/10, I recommend not only this book if youâre looking for a little sampler of holiday horror, but ANY little novella you can get your hands on.
Dec 24, 2024
My favourite short stories tend to be creepy or magical. I think due to the necessary open-endedness of short stories, it lends itself most to mystery and magic.
Angela Carterâs Bloody Chamber is a great classic creepy feminist story to start with.
Carmen Maria Machadoâs The Husband Stitch continued Carterâs legacy
Iâm a HUGE Kelly Link fan, but her stuff is very strange so might not be for everyone, but my favourite of hers is probably The Specialistâs hat or Skinderâs Veil
Shirley Jacksonâs The Lottery is also a classic, and if you like creepy stories and want a good overview of writers in that genre, I recommend the collection âWhen Things Get Darkâ, a collection inspired by the tone of Jacksonâs work; it features Kelly link, Carmen Maria Machado, Joyce Carol Oates, and loads of contemporary short story writers. I discovered the story Tiptoe by Laird Barron through this and its possibly my favourite creepy short story, it sent full shivers down my spine in a way no other story had.
May 22, 2024
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short horror novella about a group of friends who decide to spend the night in an old Japanese mansion. Pretty creepy atmosphere and imagery. Overall a very enjoyable little novel that got me out of a slump after Christmas.
Apr 17, 2024
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i never noticed thats a thing i say but my mom has been making fun of me for it she doesnt get it its like no yea
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i used to think its unnecessary and lowkey it is but its like a nice little treat for yourself and your shirt
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