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Get ready to dive into the eerie, unsettling world of "What Moves the Dead" by T. Kingfisher, a nonbinary reimagining of Boston-born Edgar Allan Poeâs âThe Fall of the House of Usherâ. đ¸ď¸đ
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On Wednesday, October 30th, join fellow ghouls and goblins for a virtual book club thatâs sure to send shivers down your spine! đťđ In this modern retelling, retired soldier Alex Easton races to the decaying Usher estate, only to uncover a queer, Gothic nightmare of creeping fungi, twisted wildlife, and secrets so dark they threaten to consume everyone.
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With queer themes at its heart and an unforgettable blend of horror, atmosphere, and dread, Kingfisherâs What Moves the Dead offers a gripping exploration of identity, transformation, and the supernatural. đ⨠Can Alex uncover the mystery behind the haunted Usher estate before itâs too late? Or will they, too, fall victim to the darkness?
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Date:Â Wednesday, October 30th @ 7:00 PM
Location:Â Virtual via Zoom
RSVP:Â spooky-book-club.eventbrite.com
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Donât miss out on this creepy, queer retelling of Poeâs Gothic masterpiece! Bring your love of literature, a cozy blanket, and maybe a nightlight⌠youâre going to need it. đŻď¸đ