The Will of the Many by James Islington is a fantasy masterpiece that blends intricate world-building, compelling characters, and a thought-provoking exploration of societal power dynamics. Join me as I dive into this richly imagined world and uncover why it deserves its acclaim.

When Grady Green’s wife vanishes without a trace, his life begins to spiral. Alice Feeney’s Beautiful Ugly weaves a tense tale of isolation, grief, and the unexpected, all set on a remote island where nothing is as it seems.

Wuthering Heights is more than a tale of love and revenge—it’s a haunting exploration of grief, isolation, and the moral choices that shape our lives. In this spoiler-filled review, I reflect on the generational impact of the characters’ actions and the hard-earned redemption that brings hope to a stormy tale.

What happens when therapy crosses the line into obsession? Faith Gardner’s The Mirror House Girls lures readers into the unsettling world of Simon and his group of vulnerable young women, exploring themes of fear, manipulation, and the slow descent into cult-like dependency. With a creeping tension that gets under your skin, this psychological thriller will leave you questioning everything—and loving every minute of it.

Dark, twisted, and wickedly compelling, Victorian Psycho by Virginia Feito dives deep into the mind of a governess unbound by morality. Discover how this gothic horror balances chilling violence, sharp humor, and an unflinching look at class and oppression in Victorian England.

Stephen King’s The Green Mile is a powerful meditation on humanity’s capacity for both profound goodness and devastating cruelty. Set against the backdrop of 1930s death row, it tells the story of John Coffey, a man whose extraordinary gift collides with a world steeped in prejudice and fear. Through unforgettable characters and haunting themes, King weaves a tale of miracles, injustices, and the fragile hope that humanity can rise above its darkest instincts. This is a book that will linger in your heart long after the final page.

What’s beyond the top of the stairs? What does it want? Chuck Wendig’s The Staircase in the Woods is a gripping, atmospheric journey into the unknown. Blending eerie nostalgia with psychological horror, this is a must-read for fans of suspenseful and unsettling stories. Dive into my spoiler-free review of one of the most haunting books I’ve read this year.

Eerie, atmospheric, and relentlessly creepy—The Silent Companions by Laura Purcell is a gothic horror masterpiece that starts as a slow burn and crescendos into a frenzy of spine-tingling terror. Follow Elsie, a young widow, as she uncovers the chilling secrets of her late husband’s estate, where lifelike wooden figures—silent companions—seem to watch her every move. If you love stories that leave you breathless and wondering what lurks in the shadows, this one’s for you.

This one took me forever to get through—not because it’s bad, but because it’s so real it’s hard to face in a post-pandemic world.

Wright’s research shines through, making this medical thriller feel eerily plausible. It’s dense, thought-provoking, and terrifying in all the right ways. Yet, I found myself listening to the audiobook on short drives rather than fully diving in—it just hit too close to home.