'Phoebe Hicks' Incomplete Existence Sparks Mystical Fervor in Rhode Island's Rural Community
In the heart of Providence, Rhode Island, Agnieszka Taborska's intriguing novel, Phoebe Hicks, unfolds a captivating tale surrounding a fictional historical figure, Phoebe Hicks, whose enigmatic disappearance sets the stage for an exploration of the supernatural and the boundaries between the living and the spirit world.
Phoebe Hicks is a unique blend of mystery, ghost story, and psychological exploration, as the characters delve into the mystery of Phoebe's fate amid an atmosphere thick with supernatural tension. The city of Providence, with its rich gothic and eerie ambiance, serves as the perfect backdrop for this haunting narrative.
Taborska masterfully blurs the lines between life and death, reality and the spectral, as the novel delves into themes of spirits, spectres, and supernaturalness. The story invites the reader to ponder the impact of hauntings and spirits on the living, not just as external phenomena, but as metaphors for memory, loss, and unresolved emotions. Through ethereal encounters and evocative descriptions, the supernatural emerges as a pervasive and meaningful presence that shapes identity and history.
One of the novel's most intriguing aspects is its exploration of Phoebe Hicks as a potential medium, questioning whether she was the only real medium in some sense. This theme is further accentuated by Phoebe's association with starting a Spiritualism craze in the Victorian era, as a picture of her went viral, fuelling the fascination with the spiritual realm.
Phoebe Hicks is presented in the form of a faux-academic treatise, adding an intellectual layer to the narrative. The book's playful and enlivening writing style ensures that it stays with the reader long after the seance is over, leaving a lasting impression of the mystery and allure of the supernatural.
The novel is beautifully interspersed with collages by Selena Kimball, adding another dimension to the atmospheric narrative. For those seeking a thought-provoking and immersive reading experience, Phoebe Hicks is a must-read. The book is now available from Twisted Spoon Press.
The novel, Phoebe Hicks, immerses readers in a captivating tale that combines books about the supernatural with entertaining elements of mystery and ghost stories. The exploration of Phoebe Hicks as a potential medium and her association with the Spiritualism movement in the Victorian era adds depth to the text, making it a must-read for those seeking thought-provoking and immersive reading experiences.
