book reviews
Book reviews for horror fans; weather a sleepless night with literary accounts of hauntings, possessions, zombies, vampires and beyond.
A Review of "Vampires, Scones, and Edmund Herondale
The Bane Chronicles is a collection of ten short stories chronicling the life and times of the enigmatic and immortal warlock, Magnus Bane. In "Vampires, Scones, and Edmund Herondale," written by Cassandra Clare and Sarah Rees Brennan, Magnus Bane travels to Victorian London to attend preliminary peace talks between the Shadowhunters and the Downworlders.
By muhammad nadeem naqvi3 years ago in Horror
Diya with Old Mirror
Divya had always been fascinated by mirrors. She loved the way they could reflect and distort reality, making her look taller or shorter, thinner or wider. But one day, while playing with her new antique mirror, she noticed something strange. In the reflection, she saw a shadowy figure lurking behind her, its eyes glowing with a malevolent light.
By vijay vengatesan3 years ago in Horror
The Case of the Vanished Killer: A Murder Mystery with Twists and Turns
The Case of the Vanished Killer: A Murder Mystery with Twists and Turns Detective John Smith had seen his fair share of murder cases over the years, but this one was different. The victim, a wealthy businessman named David Harrison, had been found dead in his home, with no apparent motive or suspect. The investigation had been going on for weeks, and John was starting to feel the pressure.
By Adil Farooq3 years ago in Horror
A Nightmarish Encounter in an Abandoned Mental Institution
As Halloween approaches, groups of thrill-seekers and ghost hunters flock to abandoned buildings, hoping to experience something truly terrifying. For a group of college students, this Halloween was no different. They had heard rumors about an abandoned mental institution that was said to be haunted by the spirits of former patients, and they couldn't resist the temptation to investigate.
By Majic Insider3 years ago in Horror
Trapped: The Horror of the Elevator
Trapped: The Horror of the Elevator The elevator is a modern marvel of engineering, a testament to human ingenuity and innovation. But what happens when that same elevator becomes a prison, trapping a group of strangers inside with no hope of escape? This is the tale of a group of individuals who found themselves in just such a situation, and the horror that awaited them as they discovered that one of their number was not who they seemed.
By Majic Insider3 years ago in Horror
The Curse of the Ancient Tomb: Uncovering a Dark Secret
The Curse of the Ancient Tomb: Uncovering a Dark Secret Archaeology has long been a fascinating field, offering glimpses into the lives of civilizations long gone. But what happens when the relics of the past hold a dark and sinister secret? This is the tale of a group of archaeologists who uncovered an ancient tomb, only to realize too late that it was built to keep something in, not out.
By Majic Insider3 years ago in Horror
A Woman's Reflection: The Curse of the Antique Mirror
A Woman's Reflection: The Curse of the Antique Mirror The world of antiques is often filled with tales of history and intrigue, but one woman's purchase of an antique mirror at an estate sale led her down a path she never could have imagined. At first, the mirror seemed like any other item on display - beautiful and ornate, with an air of mystery surrounding it. But as soon as the woman hung the mirror in her home, she knew something was wrong.
By Majic Insider3 years ago in Horror
The Haunted Inn
Julia had always been fascinated by ghosts and the supernatural. When she heard about the haunted inn in the countryside, she knew she had to stay there. Despite the warnings of her friends and family, she made reservations and headed out to the inn.
By Siva Sankar V3 years ago in Horror
Beyond the Stars: Astronauts Encounter Unseen Forces on Space Mission
The year was 2052, and a team of six astronauts were on a long-term space mission to explore a distant galaxy. They had been traveling for over two years and had encountered no signs of intelligent life. However, that was about to change.
By Majic Insider3 years ago in Horror
The Darkness Enveloped The Small Town
Claimed by the Darkness" is a horror story about a young woman named Diya who is terrorized. The darkness enveloped the small town like a thick, suffocating blanket. The moon was hidden behind a thick layer of clouds, and the only light came from the flickering street lamps that lined the deserted streets.
By Muthamilselvi3 years ago in Horror
