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Burn, Witch, Burn!

A. Merritt, Abraham Merritt
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Burn, Witch, Burn!

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011

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A. Merritt, Abraham Merritt

Burn, Witch, Burn!

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

150

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Fantasy

Horror & Suspense
Setting

New York City • 1930s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Burn, Witch, Burn!, authored by Abraham Merritt, a doctor encounters a series of mysterious deaths linked to eerily lifelike dolls. The narrative unfolds in a suspenseful exploration of supernatural themes, as the doctor investigates and confronts dark, magical forces. The novel blends elements of horror and fantasy, presenting a gripping mystery with a unique twist on witchcraft.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Unnerving

Fantastical

Reviews & Readership

3.8

1,012 ratings

57%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Burn, Witch, Burn! by A. Merritt is praised for its blend of horror and fantasy, evoking an eerie atmosphere with intricate details. Readers appreciate its suspenseful narrative and imaginative elements. However, some find the pacing uneven, with moments of slow progression. The novel remains a classic for its unique approach to dark themes and engaging plot.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Burn, Witch, Burn!?

Fans of Burn, Witch, Burn! by A. Merritt would likely enjoy atmospheric horror with a blend of dark fantasy and mystery. Readers of H.P. Lovecraft's The Call of Cthulhu or Shirley Jackson's The Haunting of Hill House may appreciate Merritt's eerie settings and psychological tension.

3.8

1,012 ratings

57%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

150

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Fantasy

Horror & Suspense
Setting

New York City • 1930s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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