Edgar Allen Poe weaves words until they coil around you without observation that you are under his spell. This short story is a read now one from the Goodreads free ebook section and one I had not read before even though a long term fan of Poe.
Somewhat darker than some of his tales, this one is quite graphic and disturbing and if you are an animal lover some scenes may disturb (they did me). We experience the descent of a mind, the changing of a mans heart. A house full of loved pets becomes a torment too much too bear.
Such a clever story, but unnerving and uneasy to read. Even so, we are mesmerised by Poe's way with words, almost poetic in their nature. It's a very short but intense story ideal to be read at night, by candlelight, under a full moon.
The ending I found to be excellent, unexpected and victorious.
As for the cat? Well to quote from another of Poe's works, we shall never know - Nevermore, Nevermore.
Hiss, Spit, Purr, Meow.
4 paw print stars from Booklover Catlady for this dark and interesting tale from one of the true masters of early horror, suspense, dark writings.