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Catherine Cavendish

    Catherine Cavendish crafts horror fiction, frequently delving into ghostly, supernatural, Gothic, and haunted house themes. Her narratives explore dark secrets hidden within seemingly idyllic locales, from coastal cottages to historical estates. She often sets her stories against rugged backdrops like the Yorkshire moors or atmospheric urban settings such as Edinburgh's Old Town. Her novels frequently feature sinister characters whose obsessions linger beyond the grave, weaving in elements of history and mythology, particularly with a nod to ancient Egypt.

    The Garden of Bewitchment
    In Darkness, Shadows Breathe
    The Haunting of Henderson Close
    The Malan Witch
    Dark Observation
    The Crow Witch and Other Conjurings
    • 2025

      The Stones of Landane

      • 240 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Jonathan's journey to Landane reveals Nadia's deep obsession with the village's Neolithic megaliths, leading him into a captivating exploration of ancient mysteries. As he delves into the secrets of the stones, he grapples with a haunting folklore that feels eerily relevant. The story intertwines themes of history, obsession, and the enduring impact of the past on the present, inviting readers to uncover the connection between ancient legacies and contemporary life.

      The Stones of Landane
    • 2024

      Evil runs deep at Mordenhyrst Hall. But it is rooted far deeper than the foundations of the ancestral home. Its inhabitants and the entire village are infested with a legacy so evil, it transcends the laws of nature. In a world where nothing is as it appears to be, Grace and Coralie must seek out and find the truth – whatever the cost.

      Those Who Dwell in Mordenhyrst Hall
    • 2023

      Dark Avenging Angel

      • 158 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Struggling under the weight of her abusive father, Jane discovers an unexpected ally in a mysterious dark lady she refers to as her "angel." This friendship brings both comfort and a chilling bargain, as Jane must sacrifice the souls of others to maintain her protection. When she hesitates to choose a victim, the angel's true, menacing nature emerges, leaving Jane to confront the horrifying consequences of her choices. The story explores themes of power, sacrifice, and the complexities of seeking refuge from pain.

      Dark Avenging Angel
    • 2023

      At a weekend house-party at ancient Canonbury Manor, Alli is caught between fantasy and reality in the life of a famous singer from the Sixties, who reportedly killed herself there. Buried deep below, evil now infests the once- holy building. As Alli is drawn in ever-deeper, she is about to learn her role in the after-death of Caroline Rand.

      The After-Death of Caroline Rand
    • 2022

      The Crow Witch and Other Conjurings

      • 262 pages
      • 10 hours of reading
      4.6(15)Add rating

      As the nights draw in and the temperature plummets, beware the witch's curse. And stay out of the shadows, for far more lurks there than you could ever imagine...Two witches, burned for their evil centuries earlier, now hellbent on revenge. A woman who seems to step out of an old Hollywood movie, and a castle with a murderous past. A seer whose lost and deadly prediction was hidden away for a future generation. A mysterious portrait that is far more deadly than mere paint and canvas. An old woman only the foolish would ridicule, for she knows the secrets of the land and how to harness its power.All these and more abound, and you would do well to remember…When the seeds of revenge are sown, beware the harvest.

      The Crow Witch and Other Conjurings
    • 2022
    • 2022

      London 1941. Night after night the bombs rain down, yet, deep underground, Violet has far more to fear than air raids. A mysterious man, a room only she can see, memories she can no longer trust, and a best friend who denies their shared past... Something - or someone - is targeting her, and the truth is far stranger than she could ever imagine.

      Dark Observation
    • 2021

      In Darkness, Shadows Breathe

      • 240 pages
      • 9 hours of reading
      3.6(98)Add rating

      Catherine Cavendish is celebrated as a leading figure in gothic horror, showcasing her mastery of the genre. Her storytelling weaves intricate plots filled with atmospheric tension and haunting characters. Readers can expect a blend of classic gothic elements with modern twists, making her works both timeless and fresh. Cavendish's ability to evoke fear and intrigue positions her as a prominent voice in contemporary horror literature.

      In Darkness, Shadows Breathe
    • 2020

      The Malan Witch

      • 127 pages
      • 5 hours of reading
      3.7(23)Add rating

      "An idyllic coastal cottage near a sleepy village. What could be more perfect? For Robyn Crowe, borrowing her sister's recently renovated holiday home for the summer seems just what she needs to deal with the grief of losing her beloved husband. But behind those pretty walls lie many secrets, and legends of a malevolent sisterhood--two witches burned for their evil centuries earlier. Once, both their vile spirits were trapped there. Now, one has been released. One who is determined to find her sister. Only Robyn stands in her way. And the crow has returned."--Page 4 of cover

      The Malan Witch
    • 2020

      The Garden of Bewitchment

      • 288 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      3.6(121)Add rating

      In 1893, Evelyn and Claire leave their home in a Yorkshire town for life in a rural retreat on their beloved moors. But when a strange toy garden mysteriously appears, a chain of increasingly terrifying events is unleashed. The Garden of Bewitchment is all too real and something is threatening the lives and sanity of the women.

      The Garden of Bewitchment