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  Magdalena

  Candi Sary

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  "Beautifully written and satisfyingly creepy, this is one of the most poignant and original ghost stories I've ever read." —Mark Haskell Smith, author of Blown 
   
   
   
  In a small, secluded town that thrives on gossip and superstition, Dottie offers plenty of both when the scandal breaks about a missing girl, a ghost, and the affair that started it all. Having suffered a history of miscarriages, reclusive Dottie develops a strange motherly interest in her fifteen-year-old neighbor, Magdalena. Somewhere between fantasy and reality, Dottie finds new life in her relationship with the mysterious girl. But Dottie's entanglements with Magdalena, a curious centenarian, a compelling stranger, an ex-mobster, and a murder of crows thrusts this once cloistered woman into a frenzy of public scrutiny. To quell the rumors, Dottie puts pen to paper and discovers something as frightening as it is liberating—her voice.

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  The Watcher

  Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu

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  Haunted by footsteps that never show their source and letters signed by a phantom stranger, Captain Barton’s quiet return to Dublin society descends into psychological torment. The Watcher is a chilling Gothic tale of spiritual vengeance, unrepentant guilt, and the inescapable shadow of the past. 
  Written by supernatural master Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, this eerie tale weaves the story of a skeptic brought to the edge of madness by a figure who follows him through fog-drenched streets and nightmares alike. Narrated with creeping tension by Michael Lyons, The Watcher is a tale of dread and justice—unseen but always present.

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  The Picture of Dorian Gray

  Oscar Wilde, August Nemo

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  In the Longsellers collection, you will find the most read and loved books of all time.
  
  Published in 1890, The Picture of Dorian Gray, became a classic whenever we talk about about the superficial nature of social relationships and escapism through beauty and art.
  
  The story is about Dorian Gray, a young man of high society, who makes a dark pact to have eternal youth while the painting with his portrait ages. Over time, his life of immoralities and abuses turns the picture into a monster. Wilde's only novel, it was subject to much controversy and criticism in its time but has come to be recognized as a classic of gothic literature.
  
  Oscar Wilde was famous in the 1890s for his very popular plays. Wilde, who was homosexual, would also become known for being prosecuted for "indecent behavior," a charge for which he was convicted and imprisoned between the years 1895 and 1897.
  
  This book also contains the essays Art And Morality, by Stuart Mason, and Biographical Summary, by Arthur Ransome. With this extra content the reader will find a greater understanding of the personal life, the historical context, and the polemics of this great author.
  
  We hope you'll love this book as much we do, and don't forget to check the rest of the collection for more beloved classics.

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  The Triumph Of Night

  Edith Wharton

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  On a snowbound night in a quiet New England village, young architect George Faxon finds himself unexpectedly stranded—only to be drawn into the lavish yet uneasy world of Overdale, the grand estate of the enigmatic John Lavington. What begins as a seemingly hospitable invitation soon turns chilling as shadows gather and hidden truths begin to stir. As George senses a sinister presence looming behind his gracious host, he is faced with a moral reckoning that may cost a young man his life. 
  A masterwork of psychological tension and moral complexity, The Triumph of Night is Edith Wharton’s haunting exploration of guilt, responsibility, and the unseen forces that shape human destiny. Narrated with gravitas and clarity by Ken Kowalik, this gothic novella will leave you pondering the chilling consequences of inaction.

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  Screams From The Cellars - The...

  Bart Chapman

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  Enter the chilling world of "Screams From The Cellars: The Curse Of Willowspring Sanitarium," a gripping audiobook experience that will send shivers down your spine and keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. In the quaint town of Willowspring lies a dark secret—the abandoned sanitarium that whispers tales of horror and despair. As the echoes of tortured screams reverberate through its crumbling halls, journalist Amelia Pierce finds herself drawn into a web of mystery and malevolence, spurred by an anonymous tip that unveils the sinister history of the cursed institution. As you immerse yourself in the haunting narrative, you'll be captivated by the rich tapestry of characters, from the fearless urban explorer Ethan Hartley to the enigmatic psychic medium Lily, each with their own secrets and motivations. So, dim the lights, close your eyes, and prepare to be transported to a world where the line between reality and nightmare blurs. Dare you listen to the whispers of the damned?

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  The Black Cat

  Edgar Allan Poe

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  The narrator boasts of his well-known kindness and compassion towards animals, which was mirrored by his wife. His favorite pet of theirs was a large black cat named Pluto. As the years passed, the narrator became more besotted by drink and consumed by his own cruelty and perverseness. He abused his wife and the animals. 
  Pluto, who was his favorite, bore the brunt of his rage. One day, the narrator cut out one of the cat’s eyes, and not long after that, he hanged the cat from the branch of his tree.

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