These books aren’t for the faint-hearted and are likely to leave a mark due to their exploration of humanity's darkest impulses, here are some things to know.
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This novel delves into the life of Patrick Bateman, a wealthy and psychopathic killer.
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Set in a post-apocalyptic world, this novel follows a father and son struggling for survival.
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This novel is widely regarded for its brutality and depictions of violence, particularly in the lawless American West.
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This novel tells the story of the horrific abuse and torture of a a young girl by her caretaker.
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A collection of short stories linked by a frame narrative, this book contains disturbing and grotesque imagery.
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This novel is a surreal and disorienting psychological horror story about a house that’s bigger on the inside.
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A chilling short story about the last remnants of humanity being tortured by a sentient supercomputer.