Possession & Exorcism Horror Books for Halloween | #horrorbooks

TL;DR
Rachel recommends top horror books on possession & exorcisms, including classics like The Exorcist & unique stories like Come Closer.
Transcript
hi everyone its Rachel back with the shades of orange and today I am so excited to bring you a video I've been wanting to film for a really long time and that is my recognition for horror books about possession and exorcisms as you probably know by this point those are two of my favorite sub four and they typically crossover together I just love th... Read More
Key Insights
- 🏛️ "The Exorcist" by William Peter Blatty remains a classic possession story with a mother's desperate journey for an exorcism.
- 🔀 "Sort" by Daniel Two Four offers a Wiccan twist on exorcism, suitable for readers seeking diverse themes.
- 🎭 "The Merciless" by Danielle Vega blends YA drama with violent exorcisms, appealing to a wider audience.
- 😚 "Come Closer" by Sarah Gran provides a unique, first-person perspective on possession.
- 🥳 "The Last Days of Jack Sparks" by Jason Arnopp combines exorcism tropes with a skeptical journalist's narrative.
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Questions & Answers
Q: What is the storyline of "The Exorcist" by William Peter Blatty?
"The Exorcist" follows a mother seeking help from the Catholic Church to exorcise her daughter after she exhibits strange behavior post playing with a Ouija board.
Q: How does "Sort" by Daniel Two Four differ from traditional possession stories?
"Sort" offers a unique perspective by incorporating Wiccan traditions into the exorcism, making it a refreshing take for readers averse to Catholic themes.
Q: What sets "The Merciless" by Danielle Vega apart from typical exorcism stories?
"The Merciless" combines YA drama with exorcism horror, focusing on teenage girls performing a brutal exorcism, akin to a horror version of "Mean Girls."
Q: How does "Come Closer" by Sarah Gran stand out among possession stories?
"Come Closer" tells a first-person possession story, creating a chilling narrative that blurs the line between normalcy and the supernatural.
Summary & Key Takeaways
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Rachel discusses classic possession story "The Exorcist" by William Peter Blatty, a mother's journey to exorcise her daughter.
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"Sort" by Daniel Two Four offers a different take with Wiccan exorcism, suitable for those averse to Catholic themes.
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"The Merciless" by Danielle Vega blends YA drama with exorcism horror, likened to "The Exorcist" meeting "Mean Girls."
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