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Spontaneous Combustion
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🏛 Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
📅 2013
📖 162 pages
🌐 English
📔 Paperback
ISBN: 9781492302605
📝 Description: Spontaneous Combustion
A tragic romance with a twist of horror, Spontaneous Combustion blends genres to create a burning tale of emotion and intrigue. Gordon's life has been transformed by the love he shares with Encarnita, but what fate brought together, it can also tear apart. When tragedy strikes, he is haunted by the past and begins to exhibit unusual behaviour. His mental health in question, he struggles to come to terms with what has happened, eventually finding closure in a finale stoked by revenge. Written under the influence of Beethoven, this story is a stirring symphony of love, passion, grief and fury which will enthral readers until the final note. Though a stand-alone story, Spontaneous Combustion is also the fourth in a series of short horror novels created to specific music. Called the Melodies of Madness Series, it also includes The Darkness Inside, Into the Depths, The Liquid Room and The Cabin. Each is available in Kindle and paperback formats and all five are due to be published in an anthology entitled Melodies of Madness, which will be released on 13th October.
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Edwin Page delivers a stirring narrative that successfully merges gothic romance with psychological horror. The premise of crafting fiction under Beethoven’s influence provides a distinctive framework, allowing the story to function as a symphony of emotion rather than mere plot mechanics. While the tale relies heavily on atmospheric tension and internal conflict rather than external scares, it effectively captures the destructive power of grief and passion. It is best suited for readers who prefer character-driven horror with literary ambitions over visceral gore. The integration of music as a structural element adds depth, making it a unique entry in contemporary short horror fiction that rewards patience with emotional resonance.
