Not After Midnight by Daphne du Maurier
Five Long Stories
This book is a captivating collection of five short stories that delve into themes of mystery, suspense, and the supernatural. Each narrative masterfully intertwines human emotions with eerie settings, leading the reader through a series of unexpected twists and turns. From the story of a schoolteacher whose vacation in Crete takes a dark turn to tales that explore the depths of obsession, betrayal, and the unexplained, the collection showcases the author's skill in creating atmospheres that are at once haunting and intriguing. The stories challenge the boundaries between the real and the surreal, leaving readers to ponder the complexities of the human psyche and the shadows that lurk within.
The 5518th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1971
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 285
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.5)
- Alternate Titles
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- Don't Look Now
- Don't Look Now and Other Stories
- Not After Midnight Five Long Stories
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 91st on 100 Books of Classical and Modern Foreign Literature (The Union of Russian Writers)
- 500 Must Read Books (The Daily Telegraph)