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Lamb to the Slaughter and Other Stories

Roald Dahl

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Twisted tales of domesticity and surprise endings.

Roald Dahl isn't just for children. His adult short stories in "Lamb to the Slaughter and Other Stories" showcase his talent for blending the mundane with the macabre. The shock value of these narratives, layered with dark humor and unexpected twists, are perfect for those looking for a quick but memorable read. If you fancy a dash of the sinister with your evening cup of tea, Dahl delivers with unnerving precision.

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Lamb to the Slaughter and Other Stories

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ISBN: 9780146000553
Author: Roald Dahl
Publisher: Penguin
Date of Publication: 1995-09-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Horror, Mystery/Crime/Thriller
Goodreads rating: 4.2
(rated by 3758 readers)

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These five short stories offer a selection of Dahl's adult writing. Parson's Pleasure is a country tale, A Piece of Cake, a wartime reminiscence, Lamb to the Slaughter a story of vengeful murder, and the remaining two, The Bookseller and The Butler, are on favorite themes of greed and snobbery.
 

Twisted tales of domesticity and surprise endings.

Roald Dahl isn't just for children. His adult short stories in "Lamb to the Slaughter and Other Stories" showcase his talent for blending the mundane with the macabre. The shock value of these narratives, layered with dark humor and unexpected twists, are perfect for those looking for a quick but memorable read. If you fancy a dash of the sinister with your evening cup of tea, Dahl delivers with unnerving precision.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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