Watching or reading horror content is one of the few guilty pleasures we all indulge in! Horror, as a literary genre, is intended to create a sense of spine-chilling fear in its readers through frightening stories either fiction or based on real stories, which makes them even more horrifying. If you are a fan of reading horror books, then find here a list of best picks that are enough to give you sleepless nights.
3 Must-Read Horror Books
Top 5 must-read horror books that you must keep on your bookshelves:
The Haunting Of Hill House by Shirley Jackson
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Considered one of the most iconic horror novels of all time, ‘The Haunting of Hill House’ is a chilling masterpiece. This classic tale is told through the eyes of Eleanor, a vulnerable young woman with extraordinary psychic abilities. When Dr. Montague, a renowned scholar, invites a select group to investigate the mysterious Hill House, only Eleanor, Theodora, and Luke - the house's future heir - respond. As they delve into the heart of the eerie mansion, the boundaries between reality and the unknown begin to blur. What transpires within those foreboding walls remains a dark secret, known only to Shirley Jackson and those brave enough to dare enter. The book so popualr, it even has a movie based on it.
The Shining by Stephen King
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In the chilling novel, "The Shining," Stephen King masterfully weaves a tale of suspense and terror. Jack Torrance, a troubled family man, takes on the winter caretaker position at the isolated Overlook Hotel, unaware of its dark and sinister past. This foreboding establishment, steeped in a history of gruesome murders and supernatural occurrences, slowly exerts its malevolent influence over Jack and his loved ones. As the offseason wears on, the hotel's eerie atmosphere tightens its grip, unleashing a descent into madness and horror that threatens to consume them all.
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Rosemary's Baby by Ira Levin
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‘Rosemary's Baby’ sends shivers down the spine. This classic horror novel crafts suspense and anticipation, culminating in a heart-stopping finale. A young couple finds their dream NYC apartment, welcomed by friendly neighbors. However, Rosemary's life darkens after a disturbing nightmare and an unsettling discovery—she's pregnant. As her belly grows, so does her paranoia, fueled by a creeping sense that everyone plots against her unborn child.
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