Why people recommend it
Don't Look Now by Daphne du Maurier is a chilling collection of short fiction known for its atmospheric tension, psychological depth, and dark twists. When sharing spooky reading suggestions on an episode of The Book Review titled Happy Halloween: Scary Book Recommendations, broadcast on July 18, 2024, Sati Stein brought up the collection while discussing great films based on the author's extensive bibliography. Sati Stein noted that the volume includes another story she personally loves called Monte Verita, recalling how she once read about it and rushed through the pages like the wind. She observed that this particular story is not as well known as the title piece, yet she enthusiastically recommended it to listeners looking for compelling dark fiction. Through this podcast segment, the book was highlighted as an essential entry point into the author's shorter works, blending well-known cinematic associations with hidden gems of psychological suspense and eerie storytelling that captivate readers from start to finish.
Who recommended it
- Sati Stein Recommended
Sati Stein — 1 mention
“yeah they put out don't look now and Other Stories on another great movie based on her books and that also includes another one I love called Monte verita which I once read about and read like the wind and it's not so well known but I highly recommend it”