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Always Haunted: Hallowe'en Poems by LindaAnn LoSchiavo
5.0
LindaAnn LoSchiavo’s "Always Haunted: Hallowe'en Poems" is a chilling and evocative collection that takes readers on a haunting journey through the dark and mysterious realms of All Hallows' Eve. Perfectly blending macabre imagery, historical crimes, and the supernatural, this anthology of 24 poems brings Halloween to life in a way that will resonate with readers long after the spooky season has passed.
LoSchiavo taps into the eerie essence of Halloween with poems that explore everything from horrific true crimes committed on October 31st to encounters with witches, vampires, and poltergeists. The collection’s verses weave a tapestry of fear, suspense, and fascination, capturing the unsettling beauty of autumn and the unsettling thrill that Halloween brings. Each poem feels like its own ghost story, creating a vivid world of supernatural beings, dark secrets, and untold horrors.
One of the most compelling aspects of "Always Haunted" is how it reimagines real-life injustices and macabre events through the lens of poetry. These aren't just whimsical ghost tales; LoSchiavo's verses often delve into chilling truths, making the collection feel both timeless and immediate. Whether she's conjuring images of a honeymoon homicide or exploring the restless spirits of wronged souls, each poem is layered with emotion and historical depth, drawing readers into a world where the boundaries between the living and the dead blur.
Fans of Halloween and gothic poetry will appreciate the vivid language and atmospheric writing that LoSchiavo employs throughout. Her ability to evoke goosebumps and a lingering sense of dread through her words alone is masterful, and the accompanying full-page illustrations only add to the immersive, spooky experience. The hauntingly beautiful imagery that accompanies the poems elevates the collection, making it a visual as well as a literary delight.
"Always Haunted" is more than just a seasonal read—it’s a celebration of the strange, the sinister, and the supernatural. The collection will appeal to lovers of gothic literature, horror enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys immersing themselves in the mysterious and macabre. With its chilling themes, rich autumnal imagery, and harrowing explorations of injustice, this book of poems will cast a spell on readers, ensuring they remain haunted long after they turn the final page.
LoSchiavo taps into the eerie essence of Halloween with poems that explore everything from horrific true crimes committed on October 31st to encounters with witches, vampires, and poltergeists. The collection’s verses weave a tapestry of fear, suspense, and fascination, capturing the unsettling beauty of autumn and the unsettling thrill that Halloween brings. Each poem feels like its own ghost story, creating a vivid world of supernatural beings, dark secrets, and untold horrors.
One of the most compelling aspects of "Always Haunted" is how it reimagines real-life injustices and macabre events through the lens of poetry. These aren't just whimsical ghost tales; LoSchiavo's verses often delve into chilling truths, making the collection feel both timeless and immediate. Whether she's conjuring images of a honeymoon homicide or exploring the restless spirits of wronged souls, each poem is layered with emotion and historical depth, drawing readers into a world where the boundaries between the living and the dead blur.
Fans of Halloween and gothic poetry will appreciate the vivid language and atmospheric writing that LoSchiavo employs throughout. Her ability to evoke goosebumps and a lingering sense of dread through her words alone is masterful, and the accompanying full-page illustrations only add to the immersive, spooky experience. The hauntingly beautiful imagery that accompanies the poems elevates the collection, making it a visual as well as a literary delight.
"Always Haunted" is more than just a seasonal read—it’s a celebration of the strange, the sinister, and the supernatural. The collection will appeal to lovers of gothic literature, horror enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys immersing themselves in the mysterious and macabre. With its chilling themes, rich autumnal imagery, and harrowing explorations of injustice, this book of poems will cast a spell on readers, ensuring they remain haunted long after they turn the final page.