Join us on a literary world trip!
Add this book to bookshelf
Grey
Write a new comment Default profile 50px
Grey
Subscribe to read the full book or read the first pages for free!
All characters reduced
The dead tryst - A Gothic Tale of Love Betrayal and Haunting Suspense - cover

The dead tryst - A Gothic Tale of Love Betrayal and Haunting Suspense

James Grant

Publisher: Good Press

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Summary

In "The Dead Tryst," James Grant weaves a haunting narrative that explores themes of love, loss, and the supernatural. Set against a backdrop of early 20th-century Scotland, the novel employs rich, evocative prose that captures the ethereal beauty of its landscape while delving into the psychological depths of its characters. Grant's literary style melds realism with elements of gothic fiction, creating an atmosphere thick with tension and intrigue. The story unfolds through the eyes of a grieving protagonist who encounters spirits from the past, prompting a reflection on unresolved emotions and ancient sorrows. James Grant, a Scottish author known for his vivid storytelling, draws upon his own experiences with the folklore and history of his homeland to inform his writing. His keen interest in the intersections of the living and the dead underscores the thematic depth of "The Dead Tryst." Having been influenced by the Romantic literary tradition, Grant's work often contemplates the relationship between nature and the human experience, making this novel a poignant addition to his literary oeuvre. I highly recommend "The Dead Tryst" to readers who appreciate richly crafted narratives steeped in emotion and atmospheric tension. This novel not only serves as a captivating tale but also invites introspection on the nature of love and the haunting specters of our past. It is an essential read for anyone intrigued by the supernatural and the complexities of human relationships.
Available since: 07/09/2023.
Print length: 126 pages.

Other books that might interest you

  • The Outsider - cover

    The Outsider

    H.P. Lovecraft

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Title: The Outsider 
    Author: H. P. Lovecraft 
    Narrator: Jonathan Dunne 
    Original Publication: 1926 
    Public Domain: Yes 
    Series Placement: Number 3 in the Timeless Terrors series 
    Description: 
    The Outsider by H. P. Lovecraft is a haunting short story that delves into themes of isolation, identity, and horror. First published in 1926 in Weird Tales, it follows a mysterious narrator who has spent his life in darkness, trapped within a desolate castle. Longing for freedom and connection, he ventures into the outside world—only to make a dreadful discovery about himself that forever alters his existence. 
    This recording is narrated by Amazon bestselling horror author Jonathan Dunne, capturing Lovecraft’s eerie atmosphere and the story’s descent into gothic terror. While the text is in the public domain, this performance is an original work and copyright © 2025 Jonathan Dunne. 
    Listeners should expect an unsettling, unforgettable tale that remains one of Lovecraft’s most powerful meditations on loneliness, monstrosity, and the search for belonging.
    Show book
  • A Love Story Called My Hell - cover

    A Love Story Called My Hell

    A. Wayne Heusel

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    A love story called My Hell was inspired by my Muse, and many of the poets I have studied. It was originally written to be a narrated stage play. In this Narrative epic Love Story there are hidden messages that only your subconscious will perceive. I wrote this epic story with the intent to show the moral of the story, "Love Conquers All." The story is about a  journey through Hell and many personal confrontations with Satan himself. This is one Journey through Hell you will never forget. Welcome to My Hell.
    Show book
  • Graveyard Grin A Short Creepy Horror Story - The Scary Suspenseful Mystery of a Murderous Clown in a Paranormal End-of-the-World Despair Scenario - cover

    Graveyard Grin A Short Creepy...

    Stories From The Shadows

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Step right up, brave soul! Are you ready to face your deepest fears and experience a thrill like no other? Just be careful, okay? Because "Graveyard Grin" isn't just an audiobook – it's your ticket to the most terrifying show on Earth! Prepare yourself for a journey into the twisted realm of Hollowbrook Cemetery, where laughter turns to screams and nightmares come to life! Feel your pulse race as you navigate a world where the boundary between life and death blurs, and where Mr. Dimples, awaits your arrival with a big smile. Every creaking tombstone, every distant giggle will send shivers down your spine. But beware – once you enter this world, you may find the lines between reality and nightmare start to blur. So… Are you brave enough to join the audience? To step into a world where every laugh might be a scream in disguise? To face the grinning terror that lurks in the shadows? If you dare, press play. But remember: in Hollowbrook Cemetery, the show must go on... forever.
    Show book
  • Double Dose - cover

    Double Dose

    F. Paul Wilson

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    So many secrets in Nespodee Springs…the biggest is revealed when Rhys and Daley track down the second half of the Pendry film and learn the secrets of the clan’s Tesla tower and the catastrophic details of the plan to bring the Visitors back to Earth. But the insidious malady known as “the horrors” remains a mystery, claiming more and more victims every day. Daley and Pard learn they can cure it—if only the powers that be will allow them. Daley finds herself in an ironic situation: for the first time in her life she’s trying to play it straight—help people instead of scam them—and no one will let her. In the past, when she’s spun a web of lies, the marks lapped it up like honey. Now, when she’s telling the truth—a life-saving truth—no one believes her. And meanwhile, over the Salton Sea, an ominous darkness is growing…
    Show book
  • The Pit and the Pendulum - cover

    The Pit and the Pendulum

    Edgar Allan Poe

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Experience the relentless suspense of Edgar Allan Poe's "The Pit and the Pendulum," the sixth part of an Edgar Allan Poe short story collection, narrated by Jake Urry. This harrowing tale follows a man imprisoned during the Spanish Inquisition as he faces the terror of his impending doom, trapped in a dark dungeon with a swinging pendulum slowly descending toward him. 
    Jake Urry's narration intensifies the story's claustrophobic horror and escalating tension, drawing listeners into the protagonist's desperate struggle for survival. His compelling voice and expert pacing make this audiobook an unforgettable journey into fear and psychological torment.
    Show book
  • Necrotic Streets - cover

    Necrotic Streets

    Boris Bacic

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Can they make it out with their humanity intact? 
     
     
     
    As the survivors race to find a way out of the city, they encounter unexpected challenges and startling revelations that shatter their understanding of the situation. There's more to this outbreak than the government let on, and it's far deadlier than anyone ever could have anticipated. 
     
     
     
    In their desperate attempt to stay alive, the survivors are forced to make difficult decisions that will put their humanity and morality to the test. Trapped in their predicaments, they are faced with a terrible realization. 
     
     
     
    The infected aren't the only threat.
    Show book