A Betrayal and Other Stories
Nineteen stories blending horror, magic, and science fiction by Brian Biswas.
This volume collects nineteen distinct tales that operate at the intersection of speculative genres. Biswas employs magical realism to ground supernatural events in recognizable human experiences. The narrative structures vary from personal diaries gaining sentience to scientific disputes escalating into cosmic threats. Characters often confront loss, betrayal, or existential danger through encounters with the uncanny. The stories range from intimate domestic dramas involving family secrets to broader explorations of time and rivalry. Each tale stands alone yet contributes to a cohesive atmosphere of unease and wonder. The author uses precise language to describe phenomena that defy normal explanation without resorting to melodrama.
Published in 2018 by Rogue Star Press, this collection sits within contemporary American speculative fiction. It draws on established traditions of magical realism and horror to examine modern anxieties about science, family dynamics, and the unknown.
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Readers who appreciate the intersection of magical realism and horror will find this volume particularly rewarding. Biswas grounds supernatural events in recognizable human experiences, allowing the uncanny to emerge from intimate domestic dramas and scientific disputes alike. Those who enjoy short fiction that challenges reality through precise language rather than melodrama will gain much from these tales. The collection offers a cohesive atmosphere of unease and wonder, suitable for audiences seeking narratives that explore loss, betrayal, and existential danger without resorting to traditional ghost story tropes or linear plotting.
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Biswas demonstrates significant skill in weaving magical realism with speculative elements to create distinct yet tonally consistent stories. The author excels at describing phenomena that defy normal explanation using precise language, avoiding melodrama while maintaining a palpable sense of dread. This approach appeals to readers who enjoy short fiction challenging reality through the lens of both horror and science fiction. However, those seeking linear narratives or traditional ghost stories without sci-fi elements may find the varied structures and uncanny themes less accessible. The collection stands as a strong entry for fans of literary horror who value atmospheric depth over conventional plot resolutions.
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