Afterward
Afterward
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Brief
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Short Story • Fiction
Dorset, England • Early 20th century
2004
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Edith Wharton's "Afterward," a couple relocates to a reportedly haunted house in England. As they settle in, the husband's mysterious financial ventures gradually come to light, revealing unforeseen consequences. The story explores themes of deception, the supernatural, and the past's impact on the present, unfolding with eerie suspense and a chilling twist.
Mysterious
Unnerving
Melancholic
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Afterward by Edith Wharton receives praise for its atmospheric storytelling and masterful use of suspense, capturing the essence of gothic fiction. The narrative's slow pacing, however, might not appeal to all readers seeking fast-paced action. Wharton's exploration of themes like guilt and consequence is both profound and psychologically engaging.
Who Should Read Afterward?
A reader who enjoys Afterward by Edith Wharton is likely drawn to Gothic tales of suspense and psychological depth. Fans of Henry James's The Turn of the Screw or Shirley Jackson's The Haunting of Hill House would appreciate Wharton's exploration of the eerie and unknown.
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Short Story • Fiction
Dorset, England • Early 20th century
2004
Adult
18+ years
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