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Whispering Shadows: Stories
Divine Wrath. The restless dead. Otherworldly occurrences.
The stories in Whispering Shadows will send a chill down your spine as they take you on a journey across the globe, introducing you to unforgettable a young movie star grappling with a curse; a woman who risks supernatural punishment for her greed and depravity; a man haunted by guilt and something so much deadlier. These tales explore not only the unexplained and frightening, but also the dangers of what we all live with - the darker nature of the human mind.
Through captivating prose and unpredictable plotlines, Deepta Roy Chakraverti creates experiences so vivid, their echoes will stay with you long after you have turned the last page.
The stories in Whispering Shadows will send a chill down your spine as they take you on a journey across the globe, introducing you to unforgettable a young movie star grappling with a curse; a woman who risks supernatural punishment for her greed and depravity; a man haunted by guilt and something so much deadlier. These tales explore not only the unexplained and frightening, but also the dangers of what we all live with - the darker nature of the human mind.
Through captivating prose and unpredictable plotlines, Deepta Roy Chakraverti creates experiences so vivid, their echoes will stay with you long after you have turned the last page.
193 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 25, 2024
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July 10, 2024
"Whispering shadows" contains 7 different short stories, that will send a chill down your spine, make you stop breathing and will left you craving for more.
Each story is so perfectly curated and written that reading those scenes literally had me having goosebumps. Each story differs from one another, telling different types of haunting shadows,black magic, boards etc. and making the readers hook till the end.
These stories aren't just for fun but it also makes you aware of the dark nature of human mind. The kind of dark we sometimes might face but are unaware of what it can be.
Some of these stories were something I could relate with (Touch wood, I didn't face them) but someone in my known did and it's such a dreadful experience. The last story was definitely one of them.
If you love watching horror movies (Like Ouija board, anabelle etc) you'll love this book. It was such a adventure to read these captivating stories.
Each story is so perfectly curated and written that reading those scenes literally had me having goosebumps. Each story differs from one another, telling different types of haunting shadows,black magic, boards etc. and making the readers hook till the end.
These stories aren't just for fun but it also makes you aware of the dark nature of human mind. The kind of dark we sometimes might face but are unaware of what it can be.
Some of these stories were something I could relate with (Touch wood, I didn't face them) but someone in my known did and it's such a dreadful experience. The last story was definitely one of them.
If you love watching horror movies (Like Ouija board, anabelle etc) you'll love this book. It was such a adventure to read these captivating stories.
August 23, 2024
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Whispering Shadows brings forth seven spine-chilling stories about occult fiction, black magic, and the human psyche. In the era, many people did not believe in orthodox, yet when readers explore these stories around black magic, they would feel scared of how humans can take steps against people to attain power or fulfill their motives. These stories offer thought-provoking critiques of the darker facets of human nature.
Readers would have a taste of distinct stories with subgenres of horror, including ghost stories, psychological thrillers, and occult fiction. It makes it a compelling collection. Although readers may not feel resonant with all stories, the overall experience will leave them thinking about the human psyche. No matter how educated we become, supernatural elements and negative energy persist, and those can affect many lives.
The character sketch in each story is vivid and relatable. A mother longing to meet his dead son, a man ran into a problem because of his eagerness to visit a prohibited land, and many more. These characters picture human emotions and virtues, including longing, love, greed, remorse, temptation, and happiness.
The author's writing style is profound and crisp. She pictured all the stories in Calcutta. Readers would feel the essence of the culture and people. The uniqueness and long-lasting impression of the book is how the author paints the world of the stories, with her words grabbing the attention and transforming readers in the setting of each tale.
Initially, the readers might think to put off by this book as it is more about black magic than ghosts, but once read two to three stories, readers would want to finish them in one go. They are so compelling and attention grabbing that no one would be able to resist these stories until having a taste of each story.
Overall, it is one of those books that will stay with readers long after the final page. The author's storytelling and ability to create unforgettable characters make this book remarkable in the horror genre.
Whispering Shadows brings forth seven spine-chilling stories about occult fiction, black magic, and the human psyche. In the era, many people did not believe in orthodox, yet when readers explore these stories around black magic, they would feel scared of how humans can take steps against people to attain power or fulfill their motives. These stories offer thought-provoking critiques of the darker facets of human nature.
Readers would have a taste of distinct stories with subgenres of horror, including ghost stories, psychological thrillers, and occult fiction. It makes it a compelling collection. Although readers may not feel resonant with all stories, the overall experience will leave them thinking about the human psyche. No matter how educated we become, supernatural elements and negative energy persist, and those can affect many lives.
The character sketch in each story is vivid and relatable. A mother longing to meet his dead son, a man ran into a problem because of his eagerness to visit a prohibited land, and many more. These characters picture human emotions and virtues, including longing, love, greed, remorse, temptation, and happiness.
The author's writing style is profound and crisp. She pictured all the stories in Calcutta. Readers would feel the essence of the culture and people. The uniqueness and long-lasting impression of the book is how the author paints the world of the stories, with her words grabbing the attention and transforming readers in the setting of each tale.
Initially, the readers might think to put off by this book as it is more about black magic than ghosts, but once read two to three stories, readers would want to finish them in one go. They are so compelling and attention grabbing that no one would be able to resist these stories until having a taste of each story.
Overall, it is one of those books that will stay with readers long after the final page. The author's storytelling and ability to create unforgettable characters make this book remarkable in the horror genre.
August 8, 2024
This is my first Horror Book and I think I’m enthralled.This book is a creepy collection of stories that will send shivers down your spine. I think I’m gonna have nightmares tonight because of all those spooky stories and because I can’t get them out of my head.This book is like a haunted house in a amusement park, you know it’s going to be scary but you can’t help but step inside.
There was suspense, mystery and a lot of “wtf” moments.It is a collection of chilling stories with insights into darkest corners of human pysche and Supernatural powers.
The storytelling was amazing, it was terrifying and at the same time very captivating. The pacing was perfect and at the end of every chapter you will thinking “what did I just read?”
Also It makes you feel paranoid too because you will be peeking over your shoulder every time you are alone even if the lights are on.This is a must read for the fans of Horror, who love ghost stories and creepy vibes or if you live a good scare.
This was a really terrifying and unforgettable reading experience and I would love to repeat it because I love horror movies and shows so this was such an amazingly surprising read.
There was suspense, mystery and a lot of “wtf” moments.It is a collection of chilling stories with insights into darkest corners of human pysche and Supernatural powers.
The storytelling was amazing, it was terrifying and at the same time very captivating. The pacing was perfect and at the end of every chapter you will thinking “what did I just read?”
Also It makes you feel paranoid too because you will be peeking over your shoulder every time you are alone even if the lights are on.This is a must read for the fans of Horror, who love ghost stories and creepy vibes or if you live a good scare.
This was a really terrifying and unforgettable reading experience and I would love to repeat it because I love horror movies and shows so this was such an amazingly surprising read.
August 10, 2024
This book is the perfect read for them, who are looking for bone chilling horror stories. This collection of short stories explores versions of horrors from dark natures of human minds to paranormal thrills.
I love the uniqueness of the plot of each story! I find the writing style is perfect for the horror genre! It's spooky, full of unexpected twists and totally engaging!
This is the perfect read for people like me, who are horror fans but rarely get scared watching horror movies, this book is gonna scare you, makes you feel goosebumps and even paranoid.
I love the uniqueness of the plot of each story! I find the writing style is perfect for the horror genre! It's spooky, full of unexpected twists and totally engaging!
This is the perfect read for people like me, who are horror fans but rarely get scared watching horror movies, this book is gonna scare you, makes you feel goosebumps and even paranoid.
April 8, 2025
Amazing book with such good short stories. Small packets of horror. Absolutely loved it.
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