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A modern reimagining of some of Edgar Allan Poe's lesser-known short stories, this collection pays homage to one of my earliest literary influences. Each story draws heavily from a specific work of Poe, but with a contemporary twist, inviting a new generation of readers to discover -- and be inspired by -- the haunting genius of his originals.
• The Edge and the Echo: A man struggles against an emerging fascist regime. After his arrest during a protest he makes a daring escape from the rehabilitation center and uncovers dark secrets that good bring an end to their reign of terror.
• The Echoes of Usher High: Strange occurrences plague a modern high school built on the grounds of the infamous Usher estate, reviving the horrors of the past.
• The Wanderer: Alex, restless and seeking purpose, embarks on an otherworldly voyage across multiple realities, guided by an enigmatic compass that alters his perception of existence.
• If Mummies Could Talk: A university archaeologist stumbles upon a long-forgotten Egyptian tomb, unlocking secrets that bring ancient voices back to life.
• The Odyssey of Jamie: A young woman must navigate an existential journey after finding herself stranded in a surreal world with distorted probabilities.
• A Glitch of Time: A tech-savvy hacker discovers an anomaly in the fabric of time, leading to unintended consequences that unravel her understanding of reality.
• The Reckoning of Jake Thompson: Haunted by his past, Jake Thompson is forced to confront the choices that led him to the brink of madness.
• High Upon the Hill: A couple seeking peace in a remote mansion finds that the estate hides dark secrets that echo through time.
• The Mystery of Marcus Valdez: A detective unearths the terrifying truth behind the disappearance of a notorious figure with connections to the occult.
• The Digital Portrait: Two young adventurers stumble upon a haunted mansion where a digital portrait holds the key to unraveling a long-forgotten tragedy.
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