Benighted
1927
Published in 1927, 'Benighted' by J.B. Priestley is a psychological horror novel that follows Philip and Margaret Waverton, along with their friend Roger Penderel, as they navigate a stormy night in the Welsh mountains. After their car is stranded, they seek refuge in a decaying mansion inhabited by the enigmatic Femm family. As the storm rages outside, hidden secrets and tensions among the characters unfold, revealing the true horrors that lie within the house. The novel explores themes of fear, isolation, and the complexities of human relationships.
