10 great new horror novels you should read this spooky season

As someone who has spent decades immersed in the world of literature, I must say that these book summaries have truly piqued my interest! Let me share some thoughts based on my personal experiences and reading tastes.

The long-awaited Halloween season is here, making it perfect for diving into a chilling horror book that will have you peeking under your bed for creatures, doubting every noise you hear while trying to doze off, and stocking up on garlic and silver well before Halloween arrives!

list of ten chilling novels released this year, covering various terrors such as ghostly possessions, haunted film studios, strange beings from another realm, and other spine-tingling themes.

1. Horror Movie by Paul Tremblay

If you’re drawn to stories about “cursed” or “haunted” films like ‘Poltergeist’ and ‘The Conjuring’, this season might be perfect for diving into Paul Tremblay’s newest novel, ‘Horror Movie’.

2. This Wretched Valley by Jenny Kiefer

In the spirit of the enigmatic Dyatlov Pass incident, This Desolate Valley unfolds the tale of four companions – Dylan, Clay, Sylvia, and Luke – and the series of events that eventually led to the unearthing of three gruesomely maimed corpses, seven months after their expedition into the rugged wilderness of Kentucky. The deceased are swiftly confirmed as Clay, Sylvia, and Luke; however, they present in different stages of decomposition: one is skeletal, another lacks all internal organs, while a third has been stripped of its tongue and ears. The whereabouts of Dylan remain uncertain, with rumors circulating about her being spotted in the woods. As Dylan is missing, the query persists: were the other hikers victims of foul play, lost and starving, or was there something far more mysterious and otherworldly at play?

3. Such Lovely Skin by Tatiana Schlote-Bonne

As a devoted gaming enthusiast, I’ve often found myself defending this beloved pastime from misconceptions that it’s sinister or harmful. However, Tatiana Schlote-Bonne’s chilling debut horror novel, Such Lovely Skin, seems to validate those naysayers in the most hauntingly beautiful way possible.

4. The Queen by Nick Cutter

Known mainly for his harrowing survival story “The Troop”, author Nick Cutter is back with another chilling horror novel, titled “The Queen“.

On a picturesque, sunny June morning, Margaret Carpenter finds an unfamiliar iPhone on her doorstep bearing a text message from her best friend Charity. The catch? Charity has been missing for over a month and presumed dead. This mysterious text message sets Margaret off on a frenzied 24-hour quest to uncover the truth about Charity’s disappearance, as well as her connection to a secret gene manipulation project funded by an enigmatic tech tycoon.

5. Devils Kill Devils by Johnny Compton

Some individuals think they’re protected by a guardian angel. However, that’s not the case for Sarita. Instead, she’s got Angelo – a mysterious, pale figure cloaked in darkness who’s been with her since her close brush with death during childhood drowning. When Angelo brutally murders Sarita’s husband Frank without apparent provocation, she starts questioning if the being that’s been watching over her is truly an angel or if something else entirely saved her all those years ago.

6. American Rapture by C.J. Leede

If you’re a horror enthusiast and haven’t come across CJ Leede yet, you’ve been missing out on one of the genre’s top talents. To put it plainly, Leede is a formidable force in the realm of horror writing.

7. Feast While You Can by Mikaella Clements & Onjuli Datta

Titled “Feast While You Can“, this chilling narrative by authors Mikaella Clements and Onjuli Datta delves into the complexities of family, rural legends, and human longing.

8. Youthjuice by E.K. Sathue

If you appreciate films like “American Psycho” and “Death Becomes Her,” or if you’re intrigued by stories that delve into women’s struggles, I strongly suggest you read “Youthjuice” by E.K. Sathue. This novel is a gripping, revolting journey from start to finish, filled with body horror, and it may make you pause before jumping on the next viral beauty trend you see online.

9. Middle of the Night by Riley Sager

Under the cover of darkness 30 years ago, Riley Sager’s novel “Middle of the Night” unfolds as a chilling ghost tale. On a tranquil July night, Ethan Marsh’s dearest friend Billy vanished while they were camping in Ethan’s backyard. Since then, Billy’s fate remains unknown, leaving an eerie shadow over Ethan’s life. As Ethan battles unsettling dreams that rob him of sleep, his return to the family home stirs a series of enigmatic occurrences, causing him to suspect that perhaps Billy’s spirit or something far more terrifying lurks in the nearby woods, ever present but always out of sight.

10. The Empusium: A Health Resort Horror Story by Olga Tokarczuk (translated by Antonia Lloyd-Jones)

1913 finds us on the brink of World War I. Mieczysław, a student battling Tuberculosis, seeks treatment at Wilhelm Opitz’s Guesthouse for Gentlemen, now part of Poland. Each night, guests engage in deep discussions about global affairs and sip potent local hallucinogenic beverages. However, as Mieczysław bonds with his new friends, an uneasy suspicion grows: he believes they are being observed by something ominous, always just out of sight.

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2024-10-27 16:41