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Synopsis
Included in this collection are 21 short stories by the award willing author of Silk. Caitlin R. Kiernan has added a new voice to the world of horror and supernatural writing. Her stories consistently make it into The Years Best Fantasy and Horror and The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror. Her writing is unique, thought provoking, and leads you to places that you fear, yet find fascinating.
Tales of Pain & Wonder: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This collection contains dark horror and supernatural stories with moderate violence, disturbing imagery, and mature psychological themes. Best suited for adult readers comfortable with gothic horror.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, moderate sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include gore, death, and body horror (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers who love thought-provoking, literary horror will find these stories darkly compelling and beautifully written.