I read an absurd amount of books a year, MOSTLY horror, so these are what I recommend for pink horror this spooky season. Let me know if you've read any pink horror I should add to my tbr! :)
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Paranormal
More reality adjacent
Paranormal
Some witches, don't need men at all. Some witches want to see men grovel and tremble at their feet. This cozy and fun story captures the misery that is a bad breakup, but shows how taking your power back can be extremely liberating, especially if you...
Cackle by Rachel Harrison
A reimagining of carrier that blends horror seamlessly with social commentary. Very very good.
The weight of blood
Being a mother is hard, but mothers will do anything for their children and this book is the perfect demonstration of that. A great book with a lot of depth I always look for in books
Crossroads by Laurel Hightower
I love a ghost story, and there's just something super compelling about a haunted Victorian house
The September House
Southern Gothic speaks to my heart as a Texas gal. This one is set in New Orleans which is where I'd go for Halloween if I could
This Cursed House
We all want friends who will do literally anything for you, or maybe you, like me, ARE the person that would do anything for their friends. An amazing book about Brujas in San Antonio, Texas
Goddess of Filth by V. Castro
Feminine rage set in a 70s summer, it has build up and dread throughout the story. Perfect for those who want a very creepy atmosphere for spooky season.
Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix
This is EXTREMELY fast paced and will have you feeling claustrophobic in the comfort of your reading space
Dearest by Jacquie Walters
More reality adjacent
Are you suffocating under the expectations of your overbearing mother? Do you have a hunger to be loved by the very woman who created you? That's this. great book and I can't recommend it enough.
Motherthing by Ainslie Hogarth
If you have a father wound from a father who didn't treat you right, or estranged strained family relationships, this one's for you. Absolutely enthralling read, extremely heavy
Every Sweet Thing Is Bitter by Samantha Crewson
If you like your character to be a bit on the questionable side, I highly recommend this book!!
A Certain Hunger by Chelsea G. Summers
If you struggle with the expectation of beauty, this story has it all. A perfect story for spooky season
Natural Beauty by Ling Ling Huang
A very non traditional horror. This one is SO good, especially in October
Jawbone by Mónica Ojeda
Amazing commentary about society's fear of death, and the endless pursuit of youthfulness and anti-aging. If you find yourself comparing yourself to others, read this one.
Rouge by Mona Awad
Murder mystery, investigation, and secrets. What else could you want from a book featuring breaking down gender roles?
