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An anthology of eight dark short stories. We start with a tale set in the north of Thailand. A new English saleslady has been recruited for international sales. Her boss takes her to a Chinese tea shop in Bangkok and invites her to where the company's leaves flourish. It was too late to discover the reason. A Thai girl is desperate to witness snow, and her English boyfriend hates the cold. He agrees to take her skiing in Japan. The girl's father has a different idea. Chas is finding it hard to fit in at his new Thai school. But there is one girl he has his eye on. It must be a prank when ...

Eight short dark stories start with a Thai girl returning from the UK. She spots a person thumbing a lift. 'That won't work in here.' She regretted offering him a lift. How to get rid of him? She should have listened to Mum. The top salesman has a past - he needs to square things up. This dark tale is not for those under 18. A newlywed couple starts doing up their dilapidated home. She feels something is wrong, not just the steps or the number of bedrooms. The 'feel' is out of sync. Before long, she discovers why. What is Mr Rinn doing on the company trip to the river? It takes a while, but...

Step into a world where the ordinary turns sinister, and shadows linger long after the lights fade. In Reflections, a real estate broker covets an antique-filled house, but the mirrors may hold more than just his reflection. A young Thai orphan's life changes when she is sent to school—but her new beginning becomes everyone's nightmare. An artist's "too dark" painting draws the attention of a mysterious buyer, plunging her into peril. On the pristine Thai islands, beauty hides the face of death. A father's deadly secret threatens to shatter his bond with his daughter. And in the heart of ...

The Golden Boy: An Anthology of Dark Thai Legends Step into a world of dark and twisted tales with this anthology of eight short stories inspired by Thai mythology and folklore. The Golden Boy, a legendary figure said to possess both benevolent and malevolent powers, serves as a recurring motif throughout the collection, haunting the dreams and nightmares of the characters alike. From terrifying tales of haunted houses and vengeful spirits to chilling stories of murder and betrayal, these stories will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. In the title story, a young man ...

In the depths of darkness, a sinister presence lurks, preying on the most vulnerable. Bodies of babies vanish from the hospital morgue, sending shockwaves through the community. But when baby girls and their fathers disappear without a trace, the chilling truth begins to surface. Amidst the chaos, a British backpacker loses contact with her parents, igniting a desperate search across continents. As her parents journey to Thailand in search of answers, they uncover a web of deceit and terror that threatens to engulf them all. Enter Kev, Skylab, and Inspector Gatts, drawn into a harrowing ...

An anthology of eight dark short stories. Starting with 'Is Everything Ready?' The General Manager of a plush resort has an event to host for the hotel's owner's wife. It must be perfect. The GM's right-hand man is unhappy; he is religious, and this goes against his beliefs. Black magic versus senior staff? Who wins? It is Halloween, and a young lad must stay at home. Thirteen-year-old George wants to celebrate his birthday with his mates and the girl he fancies. But his mum knows all about 'rituals' in the woods. She remembers thirteen years ago all too well. Sam's phone is playing up as a...

Welcome to book number six in this collection of 23 anthologies of short and dark stories. Something is afoot when an elderly office worker asks her boss for some ice, not for a gin and tonic, but something far larger. In story two, a young Rupert-loving boy struggles to find his mum. She must be somewhere. She is! A gang of youngsters plan on a night in a tent on a golf course, and one boy decides he must go home. Something is disturbing his mind. What did he miss? Book number four is about young lads enjoying a game of football. Their ball goes over a fence. No one wants to get it. There ...

Only In Bangkok This anthology of dark short stories takes readers on a journey into the hidden corners of Thailand, where the supernatural lurks and the human heart is capable of great evil. In "Only In Bangkok," a couple of men need to be free from their wives. They try the old trick of murdering the other spouse. It is not as easy as in the movies. "Krasue," tells of Thailand's vampire-like creature that flits around looking for a feed on entrails. A young, pregnant wife has an unearthly surprise for her gullible English husband. "Big Al" is not a man you'd want to work for. Folk who get...

Dark anthology of short stories set in England or Thailand. A lawyer is proud of his success in the courtroom. He also expects more from the woman he saved from jail. She agrees to join him for a meal, but reporters won't leave her, 'Did you kill your husband?' They shout. The lawyer offers coffee at his place to escape the press. Now who needs to escape? A Pointed Fence finds the Thai version of a vampire, and you don't want to meet Krasue. You certainly don't want to marry one! Don't Go Out In The Rain sounds good advice, especially if something comes with the water. English kids love to ...

Thailand, The Land of Smiles. So they say, but not in this book - it is filled with 38 short 'dark' stories. Some will make you run for cover, others make you grin like a Thai. Odd packages turn up, women kill sons, strange creatures live below houses, and a talented drummer 'beats' her father's enemy on Phuket's beach. And you haven't met Thailand's dreaded form of Vampire. It's all in this collection of Thai short tales.

Six Stories. One Dark Collection. Twists Await. Step into a world where shadows linger and danger lurks in unexpected places. In Ginger Memories, a nostalgic aroma brings unsettling revelations. Amelia's Cats takes you on a perilous chase as a girl follows a feline into the unknown. The glittering streets of Bangkok Shadows hide conmen who face an even deadlier con. For a man in Deadly Cricket, love of the game risks everything—his family included. A High Stakes Wedding becomes a perilous game when secrets unfold. Finally, Finding Forever proves that chasing happiness can lead to ...

Journey into a realm of darkness and suspense with this captivating anthology of seven short stories, where tales of love, loss, and betrayal intertwine with the haunting allure of Thai folklore and the stark realities of English life. Story One: Love's Twisted Embrace In the heart of Thailand's north, a tale of love and deception unfolds as an English man, seeking solace in the vibrant town, gifts his Thai partner a bar. As the bar thrives and his partner flourishes, our protagonist embarks on an unexpected encounter with a captivating beauty. But beneath her alluring façade lies a secret...

'Slim Or No Chance' is an anthology of seven short stories. They all have a twist you were not expecting. The title tale is set in England and features the daughter of her gangster father flying off with her in his private plane. A surprise pilot takes control, and he really takes control of the situation! Book 2 is the strange tale of the deaths of several of the village's children. But how does this affect the lives of our hero and his wife? Would you believe a playground plaything could hold a deadly secret? Boys find out. The Viking Visit concerns a young lady whose life is unsettled. ...

Seven stories where curiosity kills—and the answers are worse than the mystery. This anthology weaves together eerie discoveries, buried secrets, and the kind of questions that should never be asked. From abandoned beach houses to cursed rice fields, each tale pulls you deeper into the unknown—until the truth claws its way out. "Cursed Sand" Trish’s boyfriend knew about their holiday home—but he’d never been there. When they find a desolate building and a cryptic note, she digs for answers. Who is Alice? And why does the sand here never wash away? "Hollow Oak" The village ...

River Of Jewels is story one in an anthology of seven intriguing tales mainly set or featuring Thailand. A young Englishman visits the home of his grandfather's wartime stories, The River Kwai. He carries an old key, another memory of Granddad. A museum curator recognises the key. It leads to adventure. Has Dad Gone? Book two is about a man with a secret job. But what happened to him? A wealthy lad has to change his life, but not like this. The Gift arrives from the distant past. Silent Shadows creep past while book six tells of a Thai 'lady'. Is she really that perfect? We end in A Darker ...

Eight dark short stories. A knock at the door. A gift that shouldn’t exist. A journey into the cold, dark unknown. This anthology delivers eight chilling stories where the festive season twists into nightmares, and ordinary lives unravel with a single, sinister touch. In "The Reindeer Man", a lonely widower’s Christmas takes a haunting turn when an anonymous gift arrives—a silver bell that rings with a sound only he can hear. Its eerie chime lures him into the frozen woods, where a message waits, written in hoofprints and frost: "You should have died with her." From lonely Christmas ...

Step into a world where paradise has teeth and even the quietest corners hide unspeakable darkness. From the sun-drenched streets of Thailand to the misty villages of England, this chilling anthology delivers eight tales of deception, vengeance, and the monsters lurking behind human smiles. Each story cuts deep with razor-sharp twists—whether it's a widow serving poetic justice in a Bangkok café, a sentient house hungering for its next victim, or a train ride where passengers learn too late they're already dead. Included Stories: "The Good Girl's Guide to Love Bites" – A Thai hotel ...

Here Is A Book Where Every Story Ends with a Twist. In this captivating anthology of 50 short stories, the familiar landscapes of the UK are transformed into scenes of suspense, mystery, and unexpected turns. From chilling murders to perplexing kidnappings, each tale is meticulously crafted to draw you into its web and leave you breathless with an unforeseen twist. Whether you find solace in the warmth of a cosy mystery or thrill in the darkness of the unknown, this collection has something for every reader. These stories will keep you guessing until the final sentence, delivering the kind ...

A Book Where Every Story Ends with a Twist. In this captivating anthology of 50 short stories, the familiar landscapes of the UK are transformed into scenes of suspense, mystery, and unexpected turns. From chilling murders to perplexing kidnappings, each tale is meticulously crafted to draw you into its web and leave you breathless with an unforeseen twist. Whether you find solace in the warmth of a cosy mystery or thrill in the darkness of the unknown, this collection has something for every reader. These stories will keep you guessing until the final sentence, delivering the kind of ...