Moon / Magic Cottage

by James Herbert

Genres: Horror

Hardcover

About the author

James Herbert was Britain's number one bestselling writer (a position he held ever since publication of his first novel) and one of the world's top writers of thriller/horror fiction.

He was one of our greatest popular novelists, whose books are sold in thirty-three other languages, including Russian and Chinese. Widely imitated and hugely influential, his 19 novels have sold more than 42 million copies worldwide.

As an author he produced some of the most powerful horror fiction of the past decade. With a skillful blend of horror and thriller fiction, he explored the shaded territories of evil, evoking a sense of brooding menace and rising tension. He relentlessly draws the reader through the story's ultimate revelation - one that will stay to chill the mind long after the book has been laid aside. His bestsellers, THE MAGIC COTTAGE, HAUNTED, SEPULCHRE, and CREED, enhanced his reputation as a writer of depth and originality. His novels THE FOG, THE DARK, and THE SURVIVOR have been hailed as classics of the genre.

Reviews

[Mike Mason · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read Herbert’s last work before his death recently…well a year ago. This book was published in 1986. The writing style reminded me of Dennis Wheatley’s ‘The Ka of Gifford Hillary.’ The writer is recounting a story of the past that leads to the denouement.

Mike and Midge buy a cottage in the New Forest, Hampshire. Once owned by an elderly lady renowned for her healing powers. Throw in a sect of ‘Synergists’ living in a nearby Manor House. And a Crowley like leader called Mycroft. Bats in the attic and things that go bump in the night. Oh and a tame red squirrel named Rumbo.

That said the story moves along quickly allowing me to read in a day. The good news is that there are plenty more books by James Herbert to read👍

[Pch · Rating 5 out of 5]

very rich in descriptions and characters. Loved this book, perhaps a little bias living very near the New Forest, but the research and the ambience captured in the book is spot on. The New Forest in general is a very enchanting place!

great writing, clear, detailed, colourful, believable.

well recommended.

[Moira Houghton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not sure if The Magic Cottage was meant to be humorous but it certainly raised a smile or two for me in lots of places. Loved the fact that the male in the story was no hero!

[Abhishek Tweaked · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic story, interesting characters and a great plot twist.

[Natz · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Magic Cottage is one of my favourite books. Read it several times and still love it.