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9 Times Table & Other Tales

✍️ John Bleasdale
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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

Nine chilling tales blending supernatural horror with macabre imagination by John Bleasdale.

This collection explores the darker aspects of human experience through nine distinct narratives. Bleasdale uses a variety of settings and characters to illustrate the obsidian darkness at the heart of existence. The stories range from nuclear war scenarios to personal struggles of a hit-man. Each tale contributes to a broader examination of fear, mortality, and the supernatural. The author's wickedly weird wit provides a unique lens through which these dark themes are viewed. Readers will find a mix of murder, horror, and thrilling imagination in every chapter.

Key Themes
nuclear war Tuscan sun horror demonic rock band
Literary Context

Published in 2016 by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform, this work sits within the tradition of macabre and supernatural fiction. It appeals to readers interested in chilling tales that blend murder with the obsidian darkness at the heart of existence.

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🏛 Createspace Independent Publishing Platform 📅 2016 📖 236 pages 🌐 English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9781540480606

📝 Description: 9 Times Table & Other Tales

John Bleasdale presents nine chilling tales in 9 Times Table & Other Tales. This collection gathers macabre narratives that blend supernatural horror with the obsidian darkness at the heart of existence. The stories cover diverse subjects including a nuclear war, horror under the Tuscan sun, and a psychiatrist employing a revolutionary technique. Readers encounter a rock band of demonic power alongside a wealthy immigrant and a hit-man dealing with personal problems on a work day. Bleasdale demonstrates a wickedly weird wit throughout this original sampling of fiction. The book suits those who enjoy murder mysteries mixed with supernatural elements and thrilling imagination. It may not appeal to readers seeking lighthearted entertainment or conventional romance. The collection offers a bloody mix of genres that challenge the reader with its dark themes. The stories are organized into nine distinct tales, each exploring different facets of fear and human nature. Bleasdale qualifies as a stunning new storyteller through his ability to weave these varied scenarios into a cohesive whole. The work draws on traditions of gothic horror and supernatural fiction to create an atmosphere of dread. This volume is ideal for fans of macabre literature who appreciate unconventional narratives and dark humor.

💎 Our verdict on 9 Times Table & Other Tales

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John Bleasdale demonstrates a wickedly weird wit throughout this original sampling of fiction, weaving varied scenarios into a cohesive whole. The collection explores the darker aspects of human experience through nine distinct narratives, ranging from nuclear war to the life of a hit-man. Bleasdale qualifies as a stunning new storyteller by using supernatural horror and macabre imagination to illuminate the obsidian darkness at the heart of existence. This volume is particularly well-suited for fans of gothic horror and supernatural fiction who appreciate dark humor and unconventional plots. It challenges readers with its heavy themes while maintaining an atmosphere of dread, offering a bloody mix that rewards those willing to delve into the macabre.
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Why this book is worth reading

Readers seeking a departure from conventional romance or lighthearted entertainment will find this collection compelling. It is ideal for those who appreciate murder mysteries intertwined with supernatural elements and thrilling imagination. The book offers a unique lens through which to view fear, mortality, and the obsidian darkness of existence. Bleasdale’s wickedly weird wit provides an engaging approach to dark themes, making it suitable for fans of macabre literature who enjoy challenging narratives. It appeals to individuals interested in diverse settings, from nuclear war scenarios to personal struggles, all viewed through a lens of supernatural horror.

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John Bleasdale demonstrates a wickedly weird wit throughout this original sampling of fiction, weaving varied scenarios into a cohesive whole. The collection explores the darker aspects of human experience through nine distinct narratives, ranging from nuclear war to the life of a hit-man. Bleasdale qualifies as a stunning new storyteller by using supernatural horror and macabre imagination to illuminate the obsidian darkness at the heart of existence. This volume is particularly well-suited for fans of gothic horror and supernatural fiction who appreciate dark humor and unconventional plots. It challenges readers with its heavy themes while maintaining an atmosphere of dread, offering a bloody mix that rewards those willing to delve into the macabre.

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