No Love Lost

In No Love Lost, Rachel Ingalls presents a collection of surreal Gothic tales that explore intimacy and the uncanny in unexpected ways.

In No Love Lost, Rachel Ingalls weaves a tapestry of surreal and haunting narratives that challenge the boundaries of intimacy and horror. Each tale invites readers into a world where the ordinary collides with the bizarre, creating a space where nothing is as it seems. From a monk transformed into a pregnant woman after a one-night stand with the Angel Gabriel to visitors drawn into a candlelit mansion steeped in mystery, the stories are rich with imagination and dark humor.

Ingalls' writing is marked by its idiosyncratic style and masterful storytelling, making her a unique voice in contemporary literature. The characters navigate situations that blend the macabre with the mundane, revealing the complexities of human relationships. As they confront their fears and desires, readers are left to ponder the unsettling truth that safety is an illusion, and vulnerability can lead to unexpected revelations.

Introduced by Patricia Lockwood, No Love Lost is a collection that resonates with fans of Gothic fiction and those who appreciate the strange and subversive. Ingalls' ability to merge elements of magic, tragedy, and dark comedy creates a reading experience that is both thought-provoking and unsettling. Prepare to encounter the hidden depths of human nature, where love and loss intertwine in a dance of the uncanny.