Cold — House

: The surrounding community has eccentric traditions, such as a local church that venerates Judas Iscariot. Key Themes

One of the most notable stories by this title is , a 2025 folk horror novella by award-winning author A.G. Slatter . Plot Overview Cold House

: Everly begins sleepwalking and waking up at the edge of a deep well in the cellar. : The surrounding community has eccentric traditions, such

Seeking a quiet place to grieve and write, Everly retreats to a remote, ancient house in the countryside. However, the house is unnaturally frigid and holds dark secrets: Everly retreats to a remote

: She repeatedly hears the voice of her dead daughter, Ruby, calling to her or warning her.

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