Terrifying Tales Set in Schools to Give You Chills
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The Dead House by Dawn Kurtagich
Set in a crumbling boarding school, "The Dead House" follows a group of students as they uncover the chilling history of their new home. Mysterious happenings abound, from unexplained noises to the unsettling presence of spirits lingering in the shadows. As friendships are tested and secrets come to light, the students must confront not only the malevolent forces at play but also their own fears.
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The Reformatory by Tananarive Due
"The Reformatory" transports readers to a boys' reform school steeped in a dark and sinister past. As the protagonist navigates the harsh realities of the institution, he begins to encounter unsettling apparitions and haunting memories that challenge everything he thought he knew. Readers will find themselves drawn into the reformatory’s mysteries, where every corner holds the potential for terror.
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The Charmed Children of Rookskill Castle by Janet Fox
In "The Charmed Children of Rookskill Castle," a group of children discovers that their seemingly idyllic boarding school is steeped in magic and mystery. With a dark curse hanging over the castle, the students must band together to uncover the truth about their school’s enigmatic past. As they delve deeper into the castle’s secrets, they encounter a host of magical beings, both friend and foe.
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The Summer of Night by Dan Simmons
Set in a small town during the summer of 1960, "The Summer of Night" follows a group of young friends as they confront their deepest fears and uncover dark secrets within their haunted school. As the boys navigate the trials of adolescence, they are drawn into a terrifying mystery involving supernatural forces that threaten their lives and the fabric of their town.
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The Moth Diaries by Rachel Klein
In "The Moth Diaries," a young girl at an all-girls boarding school grapples with the unsettling arrival of a new student who captivates her friend and seems to harbor dark secrets. As jealousy and obsession intertwine, the protagonist begins to question her sanity amid strange occurrences and haunting visions. With its gothic atmosphere and complex characters, "The Moth Diaries" offers a chilling exploration of the darker side of adolescence.
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