The Girl from the Well

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HorrorRevengeMythologyFolkloreYoung Adult (YA)Japanese Literature
Horror

The Girl from the Well

Rin Chupeco

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This novel draws readers into a haunting narrative rooted in Japanese folklore, centering on a spectral entity known as Kage, the girl from the well. This ancient spirit is a force to be reckoned with, a guardian or curse tied to a specific location, whose interactions with the mortal world are steeped in tragedy and terror. The story introduces a modern-day protagonist, likely a young person, whose life becomes inexplicably bound to Kage's dark past, pulling them into a dangerous confrontation with the supernatural and the secrets that bind the living and the dead. As the protagonist unravels the mysteries surrounding Kage, they discover a history marred by betrayal and a relentless pursuit of vengeance that perpetuates the spirit's unrest. The book delves into themes of revenge, the weight of inherited curses, and the fluid line between myth and reality, exploring how ancient stories continue to impact the present. Its compelling nature lies in the fusion of unsettling Japanese urban legends with the emotional resonance of a young adult horror tale, creating a suspenseful atmosphere and examining the protagonist's struggle to comprehend Kage's motivations and potentially alter the cycle of despair.

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Publisher

Sourcebooks

Pages

272

Format

PAPERBACK

ISBN-13

9781402292187

ISBN-10

140229218X

Language

English

Published

2014-08-05