The Turn of the Screw

Author: James, Henry

Synopsis:

In the chilling novella 'The Turn of the Screw', a young governess is hired to care for two orphaned children in a remote English country estate. As she settles into her new role, she becomes increasingly convinced that the children are being haunted by malevolent spirits. However, the true nature of these apparitions remains shrouded in mystery, blurring the line between reality and imagination. With its eerie atmosphere and psychological suspense, this gothic tale will keep readers on the edge of their seats, questioning what is real and what is merely a figment of the governess's imagination.

Genres: Gothic fiction, psychological thriller, horror

Themes: Madness, the supernatural, the corruption of innocence

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