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James Herbert

The Secret of Crickley Hall

If you enjoyed 'A Terrible Beauty' by Graham Masterton, you might like 'The Secret of Crickley Hall' by James Herbert. This gripping horror novel tells the story of the Caleigh family, who move into a seemingly idyllic old house in an attempt to escape the painful memories of their missing son. However, they soon discover that Crickley Hall is haunted by the ghosts of former residents, including a group of children who were terrorized by the house's former owner. As the family delves deeper into the house's dark past, they begin to unravel a terrifying mystery that threatens to destroy them all.

Stephen King

The Shining

For fans of Graham Masterton's 'A Terrible Beauty', Stephen King's 'The Shining' is a must-read. This classic horror novel tells the story of the Torrance family, who move into the isolated Overlook Hotel for the winter. The hotel's supernatural forces soon begin to take hold of Jack Torrance, the father, driving him to increasingly violent and deranged behavior. Meanwhile, his wife and son must fight to survive as the hotel's ghosts and demons close in around them.

Richard Matheson

Hell House

If you're looking for a haunted house story that's even more terrifying than 'A Terrible Beauty', check out 'Hell House' by Richard Matheson. A wealthy man hires a team of psychics to investigate the Belasco House, a mansion with a reputation for being the most haunted house in the world. As they delve into the house's dark past, they are subjected to a series of increasingly horrifying supernatural attacks that threaten to destroy their minds and bodies.

Jay Anson

The Amityville Horror

Based on a true story, 'The Amityville Horror' by Jay Anson is a chilling tale of a family who moves into a beautiful Long Island home, only to discover that it is haunted by a malevolent spirit. As the family is subjected to a series of terrifying paranormal events, they begin to unravel the dark history of the house and the evil forces that inhabit it. Fans of 'A Terrible Beauty' will appreciate the intense atmosphere of fear and dread that permeates this classic horror novel.

William Peter Blatty

The Exorcist

For those who enjoyed the supernatural elements of 'A Terrible Beauty', 'The Exorcist' by William Peter Blatty is a must-read. When a young girl is possessed by a powerful demon, her mother turns to two Catholic priests for help. As the priests battle the demon in a series of harrowing exorcisms, they are forced to confront their own faith and the limits of human endurance. This classic horror novel is sure to satisfy fans of Graham Masterton's intense and frightening style.

Shirley Jackson

The Haunting of Hill House

If you're looking for a haunted house story with a more psychological bent, check out 'The Haunting of Hill House' by Shirley Jackson. A group of paranormal investigators is invited to spend the summer at Hill House, a mansion with a long history of supernatural activity. As they explore the house's dark corners, they begin to experience strange and terrifying phenomena that threaten to drive them mad. Fans of 'A Terrible Beauty' will appreciate the subtle and atmospheric horror of this classic novel.

Anne Rivers Siddons

The House Next Door

For those who enjoyed the suburban setting of 'A Terrible Beauty', 'The House Next Door' by Anne Rivers Siddons is a great choice. When a beautiful new home is built next door to a happy suburban family, they are thrilled at first. But as strange and terrifying events begin to occur, they realize that the house is haunted by a malevolent force that threatens to destroy their lives. This gripping horror novel is sure to appeal to fans of Graham Masterton's intense and suspenseful style.

Ira Levin

The Stepford Wives

If you're looking for a horror novel with a satirical edge, check out 'The Stepford Wives' by Ira Levin. When a young mother moves to a seemingly perfect suburban town, she begins to suspect that something is not quite right about the other women in the community. As she investigates, she uncovers a terrifying secret that threatens to destroy her family and her sanity. Fans of 'A Terrible Beauty' will appreciate the sharp social commentary and intense horror of this classic novel.

Ira Levin

Rosemary's Baby

For fans of 'A Terrible Beauty' who are looking for a horror novel with a strong female protagonist, 'Rosemary's Baby' by Ira Levin is a great choice. When a young couple moves into a new apartment building, they are thrilled at first. But when Rosemary becomes pregnant, she begins to suspect that her husband and their eccentric neighbors are part of a sinister plot to steal her baby for use in a satanic ritual. This gripping horror novel is sure to appeal to fans of Graham Masterton's intense and suspenseful style.

Thomas Tryon

The Other

If you're looking for a horror novel that explores the darker side of childhood, check out 'The Other' by Thomas Tryon. When two young brothers begin to explore the dark secrets of their family's past, they unleash a series of terrifying events that threaten to destroy their lives. As the line between reality and fantasy blurs, the brothers are forced to confront the evil that lurks within them. Fans of 'A Terrible Beauty' will appreciate the intense atmosphere of fear and dread that permeates this classic horror novel.