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Through the Devil’s Door: And Other Short Stories
by Carrie O’LearyPublish: Dec 18, 2023Science Fiction Fantasy HorrorBook Overview
A collection of short stories, all with a supernatural element. Including:Through the Devil’s Door - Eve Mallory breaks down on the way to a job interview and finds herself herded across a field by a strange fog. Can she find sanctuary in a safe place?
The Book - People deal with grief in different ways. When Elaine finds a journal, apparently written by Jenny, an imaginary friend from her childhood, she finds solace. But there are tougher times ahead. With no one else to give her comfort, will Jenny be enough?
On the Origin of Fae - Charles Darwin finds his proposal of marriage to Mary is turned down. He comes across something most unexpected whilst taking a walk to clear his head.
Where the Spirit Goes - On a cold winter’s night, pensioner Harry reminisces with his neighbour’s dog about the life he’s led.
The Pact - Stephanie tries to come to terms with the loss of her fiancé and takes some bad advice from a friend.
Forest Magic - After a life-changing incident, Mary-Anne has led a difficult life. Will an excursion in the Forest, one autumn day give her an escape from her lonely existence?
Come and Play, Sally - In 1940, Billy loses his mother and sister in the Blitz. In 1972, Margot loses her husband and daughter in a fire and goes to work at Wolmsey Heights. How do their lives connect?
Folly - Folly is an orphan, alone and afraid in a dystopian world. Who is she, and can she find her place?
Rosie Red, Almost Dead - It’s the end of the world as she knows it. Can Rosie get safely across the terrifying countryside towards Gretna Green to meet up with her boyfriend, Duncan?
