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A Tarot Prophecy and Other Stories
This anthology is a treasure trove for those who relish dark and haunting tales that leave a lasting impression on the imagination.
A Tarot Prophecy follows the story of Lady Bargrave who mysteriously receives a number of tarot cards in the mail. As the events foretold by the cards start coming true, the question is it fate or is there something far more sinister at play? In Captured Souls , Mr. Parker discovers the words "help me" on an old tombstone in St. Bede's cemetery. Delving into the cemetery's history uncovers a dark revelation, one that summons an ancient and sinister evil. The story Wolf Hunt finds a group of guests snowed in at a manor. The cold has brought the wolves in search of food. Death ensues, but is the killing by wolf, man...or something far more deadly? A Halloween school competition goes horribly wrong in The Ash Men , where a group of teens comes across a remote farmhouse and discover an old newspaper clipping that hints at the terrifying events to come.Each of the captivating stories in this volume resonate with a chilling touch of authenticity that is sure to send shivers down your spine and keep you reading well into the night.
A Tarot Prophecy follows the story of Lady Bargrave who mysteriously receives a number of tarot cards in the mail. As the events foretold by the cards start coming true, the question is it fate or is there something far more sinister at play? In Captured Souls , Mr. Parker discovers the words "help me" on an old tombstone in St. Bede's cemetery. Delving into the cemetery's history uncovers a dark revelation, one that summons an ancient and sinister evil. The story Wolf Hunt finds a group of guests snowed in at a manor. The cold has brought the wolves in search of food. Death ensues, but is the killing by wolf, man...or something far more deadly? A Halloween school competition goes horribly wrong in The Ash Men , where a group of teens comes across a remote farmhouse and discover an old newspaper clipping that hints at the terrifying events to come.Each of the captivating stories in this volume resonate with a chilling touch of authenticity that is sure to send shivers down your spine and keep you reading well into the night.
140 pages, Paperback
Published October 2, 2024
About the author
Stephen Tallevi
4 books4 followersA native of Ontario, Canada, Stephen intertwines his academic prowess with a lifelong passion for the paranormal. Growing up with tales of "true" ghost stories from his grandparents' séances and after-school sessions with "The Twilight Zone," Stephen has cultivated a deep-seated fascination for stories that delve into the horror and paranormal genres. Stephen brings a unique blend of scholarly insight and personal intrigue to his writing, creating tales that not only entertain but also resonate with a chilling touch of authenticity. A Tarot Prophesy and Other Stories is his third book.
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November 1, 2024
A Tarot Prophecy and Other Stories” by Stephen Tallevi is a darkly wonderful anthology of horror short stories. The author is a master of the short horror story. Each of the nine tales has a unique setting, adding some dynamism to the volume. The stories hit different horror notes, beings, and welcome tropes, compiled together to make a compelling anthology. Although each is unconnected from the next, the stories in this anthology fit together in their spine-tingling sense of the macabre and let the mind fill in some of the horrifying gaps or endings.
Captured Souls is the first story, which hauntingly follows a man who reads “Help Me” on a tombstone shortly after his wife’s tragic death. Wolf Hunt comes next, boldly featuring shape changers and revenge. Then Masked Gods, which will have readers intrigued and wondering who the true murderer is. A Tarot Prophesy eerily features a wife, mysterious tarot cards, and a pair of spiritualists. Next up is The Recruiter, which tells the grim tale of a soldier thinking he’s found treasure. Then Spirit Photography stars ghosts and a serial killer. Second Skin follows and reveals a horrifying book wrapped in magical human skin that hungers. The Penultimate is The Hunter, which contains tigers, murder, and punishment. Finally, The Ash Men has classic teen horror vibes with a twist.
While each story has its own spooky spectacularness to it, the highlight for me was the first: Captured Souls. It opens the anthology with a tale of tragedy, death, and sorrow but that quickly evolves into a supernatural—perhaps even devilish—mystery that can only be solved with a descent into the depths of a cemetery that was supposed to only have 29 graves, but just added its 30th.
“A Tarot Prophecy and Other Stories” is an excellent horror anthology. Author Tallevi has skillfully crafted nine stories that, while distinct in many ways, are united in quality, shivers, and imagination. Each tale makes fantastic use of different horror tropes, settings, and vibes, yet each is wonderful in its own dark way. If you’re looking for a bit of a fright, flip this book open to any tale.
Captured Souls is the first story, which hauntingly follows a man who reads “Help Me” on a tombstone shortly after his wife’s tragic death. Wolf Hunt comes next, boldly featuring shape changers and revenge. Then Masked Gods, which will have readers intrigued and wondering who the true murderer is. A Tarot Prophesy eerily features a wife, mysterious tarot cards, and a pair of spiritualists. Next up is The Recruiter, which tells the grim tale of a soldier thinking he’s found treasure. Then Spirit Photography stars ghosts and a serial killer. Second Skin follows and reveals a horrifying book wrapped in magical human skin that hungers. The Penultimate is The Hunter, which contains tigers, murder, and punishment. Finally, The Ash Men has classic teen horror vibes with a twist.
While each story has its own spooky spectacularness to it, the highlight for me was the first: Captured Souls. It opens the anthology with a tale of tragedy, death, and sorrow but that quickly evolves into a supernatural—perhaps even devilish—mystery that can only be solved with a descent into the depths of a cemetery that was supposed to only have 29 graves, but just added its 30th.
“A Tarot Prophecy and Other Stories” is an excellent horror anthology. Author Tallevi has skillfully crafted nine stories that, while distinct in many ways, are united in quality, shivers, and imagination. Each tale makes fantastic use of different horror tropes, settings, and vibes, yet each is wonderful in its own dark way. If you’re looking for a bit of a fright, flip this book open to any tale.
December 17, 2024
A Tarot Prophecy and Other Stories is an exceptional collection of short stories and tales! All were well crafted to immerse you in a wide range of unique settings, and it was really interesting to see the variety of characters created to reflect this range.
Each story left me with a palpable haunting feeling, sometimes from the gruesome imagery and other times just from the chilling silence imagined from the closing scene. Would highly recommend The Recruiter, and of course, A Tarot Prophecy.
The next collection is eagerly anticipated!
Each story left me with a palpable haunting feeling, sometimes from the gruesome imagery and other times just from the chilling silence imagined from the closing scene. Would highly recommend The Recruiter, and of course, A Tarot Prophecy.
The next collection is eagerly anticipated!
October 19, 2025
A TAROT PROPHECY AND OTHER STORIES is a great short story anthology horror book with 9 tales. Perfect for a cool, dark autumn night. Each one is in a different time period and covers various paranormal subjects. The stories are well written, several of them I wish were full length novels. My favorites were Captured Souls and Spirit Photography, although they were all good. I look forward to reading more. I received a complimentary copy of the book from the author via Voracious Readers Only.
June 28, 2025
Really good stories, really enjoyed it. Especially the first one, I loved that one, definitely my favorite. I love short stories, it just makes it so easy to take a moment to read on a busy day. Awesome stories, you'll really enjoy this!
November 1, 2024
From an ancient cemetery in the lake district of England to a haunted farmhouse in West Texas, I found this assortment of chilling and dark tales to be incredibly enjoyable. The story lines are unique and captivating, with many featuring unforeseen twists that culminate in unexpected endings. I loved the fact that each story takes place at different locations and time periods, from a rare book library in 1852 Edinburg to the windswept hills of the Korean War in 1952. Overall, an original, spine-tingling collection for lovers of dark, haunting tales. Recommended!
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