Eigengrau: stories from inner space

Kallirroe Agelopoulou presents Eigengrau, a collection of ten flash and short stories exploring quiet horror with elements of science fiction and surrealism. The author draws on the concept of eigengrau, the color seen when eyes are closed, to frame tales of unimaginable terrors and inner vision. This volume suits readers comfortable with disturbing imagery and mild profanity, while those seeking traditional jump scares may find it too subtle. Agelopoulou structures the work as a series of vignettes that blur the line between reality and dream. The stories include "Murder Mystery," where a hero faces unexpected disturbance, and "Beyond the sea," which examines future vices and dreams. "The dances and the marches" follows a rambling hobo eating endlessly, while "Costume play" investigates disturbing future cosplaying practices. "On the hunt" offers a glimpse into a world similar to ours yet distinct. Other tales include "Singularity and the moving hole," focusing on mass realization over a hole, and "What you will," ending with a miraculous answer to prayers. The collection also features "Troll post," described as unsafe, and "Stars somewhere," about a man lost in a dream. These narratives do not offer easy solutions or comfort. They present a landscape of surrealism where the familiar becomes alien. The book is organized by these distinct titles rather than chronological order. Readers who appreciate subtle dread and psychological unease will find value here. Those preferring explicit gore or fast-paced action might struggle with the quiet tone. The stories linger in the mind long after reading, leaving the reader to interpret the inner space depicted.