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The Red Tree by Caitlín R. Kiernan

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In The Red Tree, did you enjoy ...

... narrative uncertainty and unreliable storytelling?

House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski

If you were fascinated by Sarah Crowe’s unreliable perspective and the way The Red Tree blurs the line between reality and fiction, you’ll be captivated by House of Leaves. The novel’s layered documents, shifting narratives, and the mysterious Navidson house will keep you guessing what’s real until the very end.

... claustrophobic, psychological intensity and exploration of trauma?

Affinity by Sarah Waters

If you were drawn to the psychological depth and sense of creeping dread in Sarah’s experience at the farmhouse in The Red Tree, you’ll appreciate Affinity. Margaret Prior’s time in Millbank Prison, her growing obsession with the enigmatic Selina Dawes, and the novel’s gothic, atmospheric unease will resonate with you.

... bleak, unsettling tone and slow-building horror?

The Little Stranger by Sarah Waters

If you loved the dark and gritty tone that permeates The Red Tree, The Little Stranger is a perfect match. Dr. Faraday’s visits to Hundreds Hall, the slow unraveling of the Ayres family, and the ambiguous supernatural elements create a chilling atmosphere that lingers long after the last page.

... use of diaries and manuscript fragments?

The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield

If you enjoyed how The Red Tree incorporates Sarah’s journals and manuscripts to build its unsettling story, you’ll love The Thirteenth Tale. Through Margaret’s investigation of famous author Vida Winter’s mysterious past, the interplay of letters, diaries, and stories-within-stories creates a rich, haunting experience.

... moral ambiguity and deeply flawed protagonists?

The End of Alice by A. M. Homes

If you found Sarah’s questionable decisions and the morally gray territory of The Red Tree compelling, The End of Alice will both challenge and intrigue you. The narrative, told from the perspective of a convicted child molester, explores the darkest corners of human psychology, pushing the boundaries of reader empathy and discomfort.

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