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We Have Always Lived in the CastleNovel
Shirley Jacksonstandalone novel1962
Literary & general, about loneliness, set in mid 20th century.
“A young woman lives with her older sister and sickly uncle in their old family house, after a mysterious tragedy turns the townsfolk against them.”
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The OtherNovel
Thomas Tryonstandalone novel1971
Dark in tone, about sibling rivalry, set in early 20th century and countryside & village.
“On a rural New England farm in 1935, thirteen-year-old identical twins Niles and Holland Perry share an unnervingly close bond, finishing each other's thoughts the way twins in family lore are supposed to.”
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The House of the Seven GablesNovel
Nathaniel Hawthornestandalone novel1851
Historical fiction, about curses and redemption, set in our world.
“In the book, Hawthorne explores themes of guilt, retribution, and atonement, and colors the tale with suggestions of the supernatural and witchcraft.”
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The Haunting of Hill HouseNovel
Shirley Jacksonstandalone novel1959
Ghost stories and psychological horror, dark in tone, set in mid 20th century.
The Portrait of Mrs. CharbuqueNovel
Jeffrey Fordstandalone novel2002
Historical fiction, about art and artists and identity.
“Piambo must paint the lady's portrait, and for the service he may name any price.”
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The Dead SecretNovel
Wilkie Collinsstandalone novel1857
Mysterious in tone, set in british isles.
“The late Mrs. Treverton and her maid Sarah Leeson had a secret between them.”
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