GHOST STORY BY PETER STRAUB

In Milburn, a small town in New York State, there is the Chowder Society. A group of older friends meet to tell each other stories - some true, some made up, but all frightening. But the past always comes back to haunt us, and the echoes of past stories demand justice. Will they be able to escape their own demons?

• Dark atmosphere of Gothic horror
• Engaging plot full of suspense
• Masterful combination of realism and supernatural elements
• Homage to the classics of horror literature
• Hardcover edition from 2018
• Over 600 pages full of terror

„Ghost Story“ by Peter Straub, originally published in 1979, is a novel that pays homage to the greatest creators of Gothic horror literature with momentum and style. It is an intricately constructed meta-narrative in which the author virtuously plays with conventions and motifs borrowed from the works of writers such as Henry James, Washington Irving, Bram Stoker, Arthur Machen, M.R. James, Edith Wharton or Nathaniel Hawthorne. The result is a coherent, multidimensional masterpiece of literary horror.

The novel is characterized by a sophisticated style and unhurried action, which is more frightening due to the atmosphere itself than due to bloody descriptions and sudden plot twists. Straub gradually builds tension, drawing the reader deeper into a world of darkness and mystery with each chapter. The reader becomes a silent witness to events that are disturbing, fascinating and remain in the memory for a long time. This is a read for those who appreciate horror literature at the highest level.

The author creates psychological portraits of the characters with extraordinary precision, showing their weaknesses, fears and secrets. Each character has their own story, which intertwines with the main plot, creating a rich and complex mosaic of human experiences. As the plot develops, we learn that the past has a huge impact on the present, and that sins committed years ago still demand punishment. „Ghost Story” is not only horror, but also a deep reflection on human nature and the consequences of our choices. A perfect offer for fans of the genre and beyond!