Narrated by Catherine Ho, The Manor of Dreams by Cristina Li delivers a rich mystery steeped in gothic horror. Perfect for fans of Mexican Gothic. Told in dual timelines, spanning three generations, Li takes us into the life of Vivian Yi and the mansion she called home.
I was excited to dive into C.J. Cooke’s newest novel, The Ghost Woods, and I was not disappointed. This dark, gothic horror fantasy takes us to Lichen Hall. A place shrouded in folklore about ghosts & witches. This remote home stands alone deep in the woods. Pearl Gorham arrives in 1965, to give birth to a child and the tale that unfolds held me captive.
Narrated by Natalie Naudus, Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng by Kylie Lee Baker delivers a chilling ghostly thriller. The story takes place in New York City during Covid that touches on horror, cultural prejudices and culture. Addictive and dark, you’ll want to grab this one!
I had the privilege of reading along as I listened to The Staircase in the Woods by Chuck Wendig, narrated by Jay Myers, Amber Benson, and Xe Sands. Never ever climb a staircase you find in the woods. Seriously. Don’t do it! Don’t believe me? Grab the book or audiobook and travel with four friends as they climb those stairs in search of their lost friend.
In Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix, the author explores witchcraft and the horrors young women faced when they got in the family way 70s and end up spending time away from their loved ones at the Wayward Girls home. The horror elements were as much about what happened to these young girls as it was the witch they encounter.
Guillotine by Delilah S. Dawson delivered a suspenseful, atmospheric horror story narrated by Elisabeth Ashby. Some connections are deadly in this dark tale set on a remote island. Grab your earbuds, lock your doors, and turn up the light for this creeptastic thriller.
