Nothing But Blackened Teeth
Nothing But Blackened Teeth by Cassandra Khaw, published by Tor Publishing Group on August 30, 2022, is a dark fantasy tale that intertwines elements of horror and Japanese folklore. This edition spans 144 pages and presents a haunting narrative centered around an abandoned Heian-era mansion, where the foundations rest on the bones of a bride. A group of friends reunites to celebrate a wedding in this eerie setting, but their night of festivities quickly devolves into chaos as hidden secrets and strained relationships come to light.
Readers will encounter a chilling exploration of grief and the complexities of human connections as the story unfolds. The ghost bride, with her unsettling presence, adds a layer of tension that heightens the narrative’s impact. This book delves into themes of sacrifice and the darker aspects of companionship, making it a thought-provoking addition to the genres of fantasy and horror. Nothing But Blackened Teeth offers a fresh take on the haunted house trope, inviting readers to reflect on the consequences of their actions amidst a backdrop of folklore and myth.
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A USA TODAY BESTSELLER • A Bram Stoker, Shirley Jackson, British Fantasy, and World Fantasy Award Finalist! • An Indie Next Pick! • An October LibraryReads Pick! • 2022 RUSA Reading List: Horror Winner!
Cassandra Khaw’s Nothing But Blackened Teeth is a gorgeously creepy haunted house tale, steeped in Japanese folklore and full of devastating twists.
A Heian-era mansion stands abandoned, its foundations resting on the bones of a bride and its walls packed with the remains of the girls sacrificed to keep her company.
It’s the perfect venue for a group of thrill-seeking friends, brought back together to celebrate a wedding.
A night of food, drinks, and games quickly spirals into a nightmare as secrets get dragged out and relationships are tested.
But the house has secrets too. Lurking in the shadows is the ghost bride with a black smile and a hungry heart.
And she gets lonely down there in the dirt.
Effortlessly turning the classic haunted house story on its head, Nothing but Blackened Teeth is a sharp and devastating exploration of grief, the parasitic nature of relationships, and the consequences of our actions.
Also by Cassandra Khaw:
The Library at Hellebore
The Salt Grows Heavy
A Song for Quiet
Hammers on Bone
The Dead Take the A Train (co-written with Richard Kadrey)
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