Cheese (Fantasy and Horror Classics)

From the inventive mind of Ethel Lina White, a celebrated British author whose thrillers became foundational works for classic cinema (including The Lady Vanishes), comes a chilling tale where domestic life is poisoned by paranoia.

Cheese is a gripping psychological story centered on Mrs. Biddle, a meticulous, anxious woman whose life revolves around her home and a rising sense of unease. Her mounting suspicion focuses on a seemingly innocuous object: a wedge of cheese. Convinced that this item--and perhaps her own staff or neighbors--are part of a sinister plot against her, Mrs. Biddle's paranoia spirals into a frantic, terrifying struggle to identify the source of the malice. The question remains: Is her terror driven by a genuine, concealed threat, or is the true poison a creeping descent into madness?

This short story is a masterful example of the classic British psychological thriller, building relentless suspense from everyday domestic settings. It is essential reading for fans of mystery fiction and tightly controlled narratives that leave the reader guessing until the final, shocking moment.

Author: Ethel Lina White
Publisher: Fantasy and Horror Classics
Published: 05/04/2011
Pages: 36
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.13lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.09d
ISBN: 9781447404569