fiction horror short stories dark medium-paced

336 pages | first published 1983

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Fourteen terrifying ghost stories chosen by the master of the macabre, Roald Dahl. 'Spookiness is the real purpose of the ghost story. It should give you the creeps and disturb your thoughts . . .' Who better to choose the ultimate in spine-chille...
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Summary of 405 reviews

Moods

dark 83%
mysterious 83%
tense 50%
adventurous 16%
sad 11%
challenging 5%
emotional 5%
reflective 5%
relaxing 5%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 33%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 45% | N/A: 27% | Plot: 18% | Character: 9%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 46% | N/A: 30% | No: 23%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 46% | N/A: 30% | No: 15% | Yes: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 53% | N/A: 23% | It's complicated: 15% | Yes: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

N/A: 46% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 15% | Yes: 7%

Average rating

3.41

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