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Revival by Stephen King

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In Revival, did you enjoy ...

... religious dread and cosmic horror?

The Fisherman by John Langan

If the unsettling blend of faith, supernatural horror, and existential questions in Revival grabbed you, you'll be fascinated by The Fisherman. Langan crafts a chilling tale about two widowers whose fishing trips in upstate New York become entangled with an ancient, otherworldly force tied to biblical and apocryphal legend. Like King’s exploration of obsession and the dangers of seeking forbidden knowledge, this novel dives deep into the intersection of grief, faith, and cosmic terror.

... philosophical meditations on death and the afterlife?

The Silent Land by Graham Joyce

If you appreciated the way Revival explored the mysteries of life after death and the philosophical implications of what lies beyond, The Silent Land will resonate with you. When a couple survives an avalanche only to find themselves in a deserted and surreal world, they must confront profound questions about reality, mortality, and love. Joyce’s quietly unsettling narrative will appeal to your taste for stories that probe the unknown and challenge existential boundaries.

... dark and gritty atmosphere with supernatural undertones?

The Little Stranger by Sarah Waters

If you were drawn to the somber, oppressive tone and slow-building supernatural menace in Revival, The Little Stranger will enthrall you. Dr. Faraday’s visits to Hundreds Hall reveal creeping horror intertwined with psychological and social decay. Waters masterfully sustains a bleak, atmospheric dread reminiscent of King’s approach, while exploring the darkness lurking in both the supernatural and the human mind.

... unexpected, shocking twists in a horror narrative?

The Troop by Nick Cutter

If it was the jaw-dropping twists and turns in Revival that kept you turning the pages, The Troop will deliver that same pulse-pounding shock. A group of boys on a remote island encounter a biological horror that transforms their trip into a nightmare. Cutter’s relentless pacing and unpredictable revelations echo the sense of dread and surprise you experienced with King’s narrative.

... psychological depth and ambiguity around supernatural events?

A Head Full of Ghosts by Paul Tremblay

If you enjoyed the psychological complexity and the blurring of reality and the supernatural in Revival, A Head Full of Ghosts is a must-read. Through the eyes of a young woman recalling her sister’s alleged demonic possession, Tremblay weaves a story rich in ambiguity, trauma, and the unreliable nature of memory. The novel’s exploration of mental illness, family, and the supernatural is as thought-provoking and chilling as King's.

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