10 scariest books in the world for 2022

Modern man does not have to run away from predators or survive in difficult conditions. Unfortunately, stressful situations from this do not become less. There are many ways to get rid of negative emotions. Watching a horror movie or reading a scary book are the most common methods of psychological relief. Agree, few people dare to jump with a parachute or commit another reckless act, and for the body there is no difference whether fear is real or fictional.

If you want to be “scared”, combine business with pleasure. Put down the TV remote and grab a book. So that you do not have problems with the selection of fiction, we recommend that you pay attention to the ranking of the top 10 scariest books in the world for 2022.

10 “Lord of the Flies” by William Golding

The debut creation of the English writer, it was this novel that brought him worldwide fame.

A group of children are evacuated from England. The plane crashes and they find themselves alone on a deserted island. Two boys Ralph and Jack claim the title of leader. It is decided to hold a vote, during which Ralph wins. He invites the rest of the children to burn fires to attract the attention of the rescuers. Everyday life on the island begins, but Jack still dreams of power. Further events of the novel “Lord of the Flies” show what can happen to people who have forgotten what mercy is. There are no ghosts, demons and supernatural phenomena here, the book describes a much more terrible thing – human cruelty …

9. “Lullaby”, Chuck Palahniuk

The American writer Palahniuk is known all over the world, some of his books have been filmed. He is one of the most popular novelists of 1960-1979.

The novel is about reporter Card Straitor. He is studying the Symptom of Sudden Infant Death. This attack killed many children. Carl manages to find out that they die for a reason, but after reading a strange African lullaby. It can be found in any book that combines the work of different countries of the world. Previously, it was used as a means to reduce the number of tribes, and also read to hopelessly sick or wounded warriors in order to alleviate their suffering and send them to another world. Straitor decides to test for himself whether this song really has such power…

8. The Collector, John Fowles

The book of the English writer “The Collector” was included in the hundred best detective stories of all time. Despite belonging to this genre, it scares no less than the classic “horror films”.

The main character Frederick Clegg is not interested in anything in life except butterflies. Although no, he soon falls in love with the girl Miranda, who does not pay attention to him. Not surprisingly, the young man does not have any outstanding talents, he is too closed and is not able to be the first to approach the girl. Everything changes when Clegg wins a large sum of money. He buys a house in the middle of nowhere and plans to kidnap Miranda…

7. “Haunted by Ghosts” by Herbert James

Herbert is one of the most famous writers in the horror genre. The number of books sold worldwide is 54 million.

Haunted is the story of David Ash. Even as a child, he faced great grief: his twin sister drowned. Growing up, Ash was educated and had a brilliant career. Now he works as a professor at the university and exposes supernatural phenomena. Soon he receives a letter from Miss Webb, who asks him to rid the house of ghosts …

6. It, Stephen King

Stephen King needs no introduction, each of his novels is a significant event in the world of literature.

The action of the novel “It” takes place in a small provincial town. A few years ago, terrible events took place here: an evil appeared that abducted children. Seven guys ran into him at certain points in their lives, but they managed to survive. Now they have matured, but evil has returned to Derry. They decide to join forces to end this nightmare and avoid new victims.

5. Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark by Alvin Schwartz

This book is the work of an American writer. “Scary Stories for Stories in the Dark” brings together several short stories. Bright plots, chilling the blood, will not leave fans of the genre indifferent. The book was written in 1991, but was translated relatively recently. If you choose the paper version, be sure to appreciate the illustrations, it is very beautifully designed.

4. “Dark Game of Death” by Dan Simmons

An American writer who is famous for writing in different genres, and he is equally good at horror, science fiction, and historical detective stories.

The Dark Game of Death is a story about extraordinary creatures. They are somewhat similar to energy vampires, they are evil. These entities can control people, penetrating into the body of any person, they can force him to commit a crime. With the help of this phenomenon, it is possible to explain situations when ordinary people take a gun and start shooting in a public place. These strange creatures are playing with human lives, but this cannot go on for long. People will try to fight back…

3. The Fall of the House of Usher, Edgar Allan Poe

The story “The Fall of the House of Usher” was written by the author in 1839.

The story is told in the first person. The narrator visits his longtime friend Roderick Asher. He had not yet managed to enter the house, but the surroundings had already made a strong impression on him. Too gloomy. After talking with Roderick, the narrator learns that he is very ill, in addition, fear has settled in the soul of his friend. Asher is sure that something lives in his estate. It is not known what it wants, and how long it will continue, but it is dangerous to be in the house. Roderick’s sister Lady Madeleine is also seriously ill…

2. “Spines of Madness” by Howard Lovecraft

This story by Lovecraft is one of the most significant of his works in the cycle “Myths of Cthulhu”.

The action of the book “The Ridges of Madness” takes place in the 30s of the twentieth century. A research expedition is sent to Antarctica. Success is guaranteed, because the team owns modern equipment. As soon as the members of the expedition get to work, they immediately discover a cave with the remains of unknown creatures. Apparently, these are representatives of the ancient world. Soon, the members of the expeditionary group stop communicating, and another team is sent to help. They find the camp of colleagues and see a terrifying sight there …

1. 1984 George Orwell

One of the author’s most popular novels. The main character is a man named Winston Smith who lives in London. He is not only an employee of the Ministry of Truth, but also a party member. Winston does not believe in her slogans, he is generally a very doubtful person. He constantly has to pretend, his whole life resembles an acting game.

In order to somehow relieve nervous tension, he begins to keep a diary. A young woman, Julia, works in the same Ministry and wants to expose Smith. The girl often breaks the law, and she also has to play a role. Soon, feelings flare up between the main characters of the novel “1984”, but the party forbids love relationships between the participants …