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The Angel's Game
Carlos Ruiz Zafón | Phoenix

The Angel's Game

RM33.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 4.01

RM33.00 MYR

If you found yourself entranced by "The Shadow of the Wind," stepping back into the gothic ambiance of Barcelona with "The Angel's Game" will feel both nostalgic and exhilarating. Carlos Ruiz Zafon weaves a narrative that blends the lines between reality and fiction, guiding you through a maze of secrets with a writer's passionate heart. It's not just a book; it's an experience of obsession and the haunting power of stories.
The Angel's Game : The Cemetery of Forgotten Books 2 - Thryft
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Carlos Ruiz Zafón, Lucia Graves  | W&n

The Angel's Game : The Cemetery of Forgotten Books 2

RM33.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 4.0

RM33.00 MYR

This book is a captivating blend of mystery, romance, and dark imaginings. Set in the heart of Barcelona, it will transport you to an abandoned mansion filled with secrets and a troubled writer seeking redemption. With its compelling characters and atmospheric setting, The Angel's Game is perfect for anyone who loves a thrilling page-turner that will keep you guessing until the very end.
The Bloody Chamber and Other Stories
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Angela Carter | Penguin Books

The Bloody Chamber and Other Stories

RM33.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 3.91

RM33.00 MYR

41% off est. retail
Recommended for those who enjoy unconventional fairy tales with a darker twist. Angela Carter's writing style is both captivating and evocative, immersing readers in her imaginative and sometimes risqué world. The twisted retellings of classic fairy tales offer a fresh and unique perspective on familiar stories.
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Nina Allan | Riverrun

The Dollmaker

RM15.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 3.36

RM15.00 MYR

INFORMATION WANTED ON THE LIFE AND WORK OF DOLLMAKER EWA CHAPLIN AND/OR FRIENDSHIP, CORRESPONDENCE. PLEASE REPLY TO: BRAMBER WINTERS.Stitch by perfect stitch, Andrew Garvie makes exquisite dolls in the finest antique style. Like him, they are diminutive, but graceful, unique and with surprising depths. Perhaps that's why he answers the enigmatic personal ad in his collector's magazine.Letter by letter, Bramber Winters reveals more of her strange, sheltered life in an institution on Bodmin Moor, and the terrible events that put her there as a child. Andrew knows what it is to be trapped; and as they knit closer together, he weaves a curious plan to rescue her.On his journey through the old towns of England he reads the fairytales of Ewa Chaplin - potent, eldritch stories which, like her lifelike dolls, pluck at the edges of reality and thread their way into his mind. When Andrew and Bramber meet at last, they will have a choice - to remain alone with their painful pasts or break free and, unlike their dolls, come to life.A love story of two very real, unusual people, The Dollmaker is also a novel rich with wonders: Andrew's quest and Bramber's letters unspool around the dark fables that give our familiar world an uncanny edge. It is this touch of magic that, like the blink of a doll's eyes, tricks our own . . .
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Carlos Ruiz Zafón, Jessica Hische, Lucia Graves  | Penguin Books

The Shadow of the Wind

RM43.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 4.3

RM43.00 MYR

It all begins with a letter. Fall in love with Penguin Drop Caps, a new series of twenty-six collectible and hardcover editions, each with a type cover showcasing a gorgeously illustrated letter of the alphabet. In a design collaboration between Jessica Hische and Penguin Art Director Paul Buckley, the series features unique cover art by Hische, a superstar in the world of type design and illustration, whose work has appeared everywhere from Tiffany & Co. to Wes Anderson's recent film Moonrise Kingdom to Penguin's own bestsellers Committed and Rules of Civility. With exclusive designs that have never before appeared on Hische's hugely popular Daily Drop Cap blog, the Penguin Drop Caps series debuted with an 'A' for Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, a 'B' for Charlotte Brönte's Jane Eyre, and a 'C' for Willa Cather's My Ántonia. It continues with more perennial classics, perfect to give as elegant gifts or to showcase on your own shelves.Z is for Zafón. Barcelona, 1945: A city slowly heals in the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War. Daniel, an antiquarian book dealer’s son who mourns the loss of his mother, finds solace in what he finds in the “cemetery of lost books,” a mysterious book entitled The Shadow of the Wind, by one Julián Carax. But when he sets out to find the author’s other works, he makes a shocking discovery: someone has been systematically destroying every copy of every book Carax has written. In fact, Daniel may have the last of Carax’s books in existence. Soon Daniel’s seemingly innocent quest opens a door into one of Barcelona’s darkest secrets--an epic story of murder, madness, and doomed love.
Burning Your Boats: Collected Stories
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Angela Carter | Vintage

Burning Your Boats: Collected Stories

RM37.00 MYR RM30.00 MYR 19% off

Goodreads rating: 4.29

RM37.00 MYR RM30.00 MYR 19% off

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If you've got an appetite for the extraordinary, Angela Carter's "Burning Your Boats" will sate it. Her mastery of language weaves tales that are as enchanting as they are unsettling, tapping into fairy tales, myths, and the subconscious. This collection is a treasure trove for those who relish in the blend of the macabre with the beautiful, and it's a perfect introduction or consolidation for any Carter enthusiast.
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Jen Munford, Angela Carter  | Penguin (non-classics)

The Bloody Chamber : And Other Stories (Penguin Ink)

RM25.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 3.93

RM25.00 MYR

An absorbing collection of dark, sensual, and fantastic stories inspired by the fairy tales and legends of Red Riding Hood, Bluebeard, Beauty and the Beast, vampires, werewolves, and more.
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Angela Carter | Vintage Books

The Bloody Chamber and Other Stories

RM33.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 3.9

RM33.00 MYR

If you're intrigued by the idea of fairy tales reimagined with a bold feminist slant, "The Bloody Chamber and Other Stories" could be an enthralling choice for you. Angela Carter's mastery in storytelling breathes new life into the familiar, weaving tales that are both sensuous and sinister. It's a perfect blend for readers looking for narratives that don't shy away from exploring the darker facets of fantasy and legend.
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A.S. Byatt | Vintage Digital

The Little Black Book of Stories

RM23.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 3.8

RM23.00 MYR

A new collection of stories from A. S. Byatt is always a winner, and this one takes an unexpected turn, bringing shivers as well as delights. Leaves rustle underfoot in a dark wood: two middle-aged women walk into a forest, as they did when they were girls, confronting their fears and memories and the strange thing they saw in their childhood - or thought they saw - so long ago. A distinguished obstetrician and young woman artist find they have sharply contrasting ideas about body parts, birth and death; an innocent member of an evening class harbours unexpected view on 'raw material'. The stories in this marvellous collection are by turns funny, spooky, sparkling and haunting. The Little Black Book of Stories holds its secrets, adding a dark quality to Byatt's famous skill in mixing folk and fairy tale with everyday life.
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Carlos Ruiz Zafón, Lucia Graves  | Penguin Books

The Shadow of the Wind

RM33.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 4.3

RM33.00 MYR

Barcelona, 1945: A city slowly heals from its war wounds, and Daniel, an antiquarian book dealer's son who mourns the loss of his mother, finds solace in a mysterious book entitled The Shadow of the Wind, by one Julian Carax. But when he sets out to find the author's other works, he makes a shocking discovery: someone has been systematically destroying every copy of every book Carax has written. In fact, Daniel may have the last of Carax's books in existence. Soon Daniel's seemingly innocent quest opens a door into one of Barcelona's darkest secrets--an epic story of murder, madness, and doomed love.--back cover
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Lucia Graves, Carlos Ruiz Zafón  | Weidenfeld & Nicolson

The Shadow Of The Wind

RM15.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 4.3

RM15.00 MYR

Recommended for readers who enjoy books with a gothic atmosphere, suspenseful plots, and richly developed characters. The Shadow of the Wind is a captivating tale of obsession with literature and love that will immerse you in its haunting world of mystery and make you care about its characters deeply. Carlos Ruiz Zafón's beautifully crafted prose brings to life the dark alleys and hidden corners of Barcelona, creating a gothic atmosphere that will send shivers down your spine. If you're a fan of books that keep you on the edge of your seat, this one is a must-read!
The Shadow of the Wind - Thryft
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Carlos Ruiz Zafón, Lucia Graves  | Penguin Books

The Shadow of the Wind

RM32.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 4.3

RM32.00 MYR

Barcelona, 1945: A city slowly heals from its war wounds, and Daniel, an antiquarian book dealer's son who mourns the loss of his mother, finds solace in a mysterious book entitled The Shadow of the Wind, by one Julian Carax. But when he sets out to find the author's other works, he makes a shocking discovery: someone has been systematically destroying every copy of every book Carax has written. In fact, Daniel may have the last of Carax's books in existence. Soon Daniel's seemingly innocent quest opens a door into one of Barcelona's darkest secrets--an epic story of murder, madness, and doomed love.--back cover
The Prisoner of Heaven - Thryft
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Carlos Ruiz Zafón | Phoenix

The Prisoner of Heaven

RM22.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 4.12

RM22.00 MYR

Librarian's Note: There is an Alternative Cover Edition for this edition of this book here.The Prisoner of Heaven returns to the world of the Cemetery of Forgotten Books and the Sempere & Sons bookshop.It begins just before Christmas in Barcelona in 1957, one year after Daniel and Bea from The Shadow of the Wind have married. They now have a son, Julian, and are living with Daniel's father at Sempere & Sons. Fermin still works with them and is busy preparing for his wedding to Bernarda in the New Year. However something appears to be bothering him.Daniel is alone in the shop one morning when a mysterious figure with a pronounced limp enters. He spots one of their most precious volumes that is kept locked in a glass cabinet, a beautiful and unique illustrated edition of The Count of Monte Cristo. Despite the fact that the stranger seems to care little for books, he wants to buy this expensive edition. Then, to Daniel's surprise, the man inscribes the book with the words 'To Fermin Romero de Torres, who came back from the dead and who holds the key to the future'. This visit leads back to a story of imprisonment, betrayal and the return of a deadly rival...
The Shadow of the Wind : The Cemetery of Forgotten Books 1 - Thryft
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Lucia Graves, Carlos Ruiz Zafón  | Phoenix

The Shadow of the Wind : The Cemetery of Forgotten Books 1

RM41.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 4.3

RM41.00 MYR

The Shadow of the Wind is a must-read for lovers of literature who enjoy a good mystery. The intricate plot takes readers on a journey through Barcelona's hidden alleys, where they will discover a world of secret libraries and forgotten works. Carlos Ruiz Zafon's writing is both beautiful and haunting, making this a book that readers won't be able to put down until the very last page. The mystery surrounding Julian Carax and his lost works will keep readers on the edge of their seats, and the book's portrayal of the power of literature to inspire and influence readers is truly unforgettable.
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Lucia Graves, Carlos Ruiz Zafón  | Weidenfeld & Nicolson

The Angel's Game : The Cemetery of Forgotten Books 2

RM31.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 4.0

RM31.00 MYR

The Angel's Game is a must-read for those who wish to explore the darkest corners of the human soul. Carlos Ruiz Zafon masterfully paints a gothic universe set in Barcelona's old quarter, where the magic of books is intertwined with a mystery that's waiting to be unraveled. The protagonist's struggles with his impossible love, haunting books, and the shadows surrounding his home will keep your heart racing till the very end.
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Frances Hardinge, Chris Riddell  | Pan Macmillan

The Lie Tree: Illustrated Edition

RM30.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 3.85

RM30.00 MYR

Winner of the Costa Book of the Year 2015, The Lie Tree is a dark and powerful novel from universally acclaimed author, Frances HardingeIt was not enough. All knowledge- any knowledge - called to Faith, and there was a delicious, poisonous pleasure in stealing it unseen.Faith has a thirst for science and secrets that the rigid confines of her class cannot supress. And so it is that she discovers her disgraced father's journals, filled with the scribbled notes and theories of a man driven close to madness. Tales of a strange tree which, when told a lie, will uncover a truth: the greater the lie, the greater the truth revealed to the liar. Faith's search for the tree leads her into great danger - for where lies seduce, truths shatter . . .The Lie Tree: Illustrated Edition is packed full of gorgeous black and white illustrations by double Kate Greenaway Medal winning-illustrator, Chris Riddell, author of the Goth Girl and Ottoline series.
Last Stories And Other Stories - Thryft
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William T. Vollmann | Viking

Last Stories And Other Stories

RM41.00 MYR RM22.00 MYR 46% off

Goodreads rating: 3.82

RM41.00 MYR RM22.00 MYR 46% off

Vollmann's "Last Stories And Other Stories" is a treasure trove for anyone fascinated by the spectral and the undead. Picture yourself wrapped in a blanket, absorbed by the chilling tales where the departed linger, and love transcends mortality. The prose breathes life into ghosts, offering a fresh take on the otherworldly. If you're keen on stories that blend the eerie with the profound, this collection will not disappoint.
Cursed Bunny
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Anton Hur, Bora Chung  | Honford Star

Cursed Bunny

RM41.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 3.75

RM41.00 MYR

55% off est. retail
If you're someone who leans toward the unconventional, "Cursed Bunny" could be right up your alley. Chung's stories are a tapestry of the fantastical and the macabre, woven with threads of dark humor. They're not just tales to unsettle or entertain but potent commentaries on issues that resonate with today's socio-economic struggles. Plus, the praise for Anton Hur’s translation suggests a smooth reading experience of Chung's evocative style.
Her Body and Other Parties: Stories
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Carmen Maria Machado | Graywolf Press

Her Body and Other Parties: Stories

RM33.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 3.81

RM33.00 MYR

64% off est. retail
"Her Body and Other Parties" is a literary journey that defies conventional storytelling, blending the fantastical with the all-too-real challenges faced by women. Carmen Maria Machado’s narratives are fearless and vivid, making this collection a compelling read for anyone intrigued by the intersection of horror, fantasy, and the female experience. Her unique voice is both haunting and empowering, ensuring these stories linger long after the last page.