The Small Hand

Adam Snow, an antiquarian bookseller, discovers a derelict Edwardian house and is haunted by a small cold hand. He suffers fear and panic attacks and is visited by nightmares. He is determined to learn more about the house, but the visits become increasingly sinister.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 12 October 2023
Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Late one summer evening, antiquarian bookseller Adam Snow is returning from a client visit when he takes a wrong turn. He stumbles across a derelict Edwardian house and, compelled by curiosity, approaches the door. Standing before the entrance, he feels the unmistakable sensation of a small cold hand creeping into his own, as if a child had taken hold of it. At first, he is merely puzzled by the odd incident, but then begins to suffer attacks of fear and panic, and is visited by nightmares. He is determined to learn more about the house. But when he does, he receives further, increasingly sinister, visits from the small hand.

Adam Snow, an antiquarian bookseller, sets out on a journey to uncover the mysteries of a derelict Edwardian house. As he approaches the door, he feels an unsettling sensation as if a small, cold hand is creeping into his own. Initially puzzled, he soon experiences bouts of fear and panic, plagued by nightmares. Determined to unravel the secrets of the house, he delves deeper into its history, only to encounter more terrifying encounters with the small hand.

The presence of the small hand becomes increasingly sinister, leaving Adam Snow in a state of constant fear. He desperately seeks answers, but every attempt to uncover the truth leads him further into the darkness. The house seems to have a life of its own, and it is determined to keep Adam Snow trapped in its grip.

As the story unfolds, Adam Snow's mental and physical health deteriorate. He is plagued by nightmares, unable to sleep or find solace. He becomes withdrawn, isolated from his friends and family, consumed by his fear. The small hand, with its cold touch and eerie presence, becomes his constant companion, haunting him wherever he goes.

In a final act of desperation, Adam Snow seeks the help of a paranormal investigator. Together, they delve into the history of the house, unearthing dark secrets and ancient rituals that have been hidden for centuries. As they uncover the truth, they realize that the small hand is not just a mere spirit, but a malevolent force that has been waiting for Adam Snow to uncover its secrets.

In a climactic confrontation, Adam Snow and the paranormal investigator face off against the small hand. With all his strength and courage, Adam Snow confronts the evil entity, and in a final act of defiance, he banishes it from the house. The small hand disappears, leaving Adam Snow alone and broken.

The story of Adam Snow and the derelict Edwardian house is a haunting tale of fear, mystery, and the supernatural. It serves as a reminder that sometimes, the things we seek to uncover can bring us closer to the darkness, and that sometimes, the only way to overcome our fears is to face them head-on.

Weight: 127g
Dimension: 198 x 129 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529913422