What are some popular weird novels?

One popular 'weird detective novel' is 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde'. It presents a very unique take on the detective story as it delves into the duality of human nature. Another is 'Perfume: The Story of a Murderer', which combines elements of mystery with the strange and grotesque world of a serial killer with an extraordinary sense of smell. There's also 'The City & The City' which has a really weird concept of two cities existing in the same space but with different rules that the detective has to navigate.

Some 'weird fantasy novels' worth checking out include 'China Miéville's works. For instance, 'Perdido Street Station'. It's set in a very strange and complex world filled with all kinds of grotesque and fantastical creatures. His use of language and world - building is extremely unique. Then there's 'The Etched City' by K. J. Bishop. It combines elements of fantasy, post - apocalyptic, and the weird in a very engaging way, with a world full of strange ruins and stranger characters.

Some weird romance novels include 'The Shape of Water' which was also made into a movie. It features a relationship between a human woman and a strange amphibious creature. Then there's 'Gone Girl' which has a very unusual and twisted view of a relationship. It's not your typical love story as it delves deep into the darker aspects of a marriage. Also, 'The Night Circus' has a unique, almost dream - like romance set within the context of a magical circus.

One popular 'weird fantasy horror novel' is 'House of Leaves' by Mark Z. Danielewski. It has a very unique structure and plays with the concept of a haunted house in a mind - bending way.

In general, they are a niche genre. Most mainstream readers are not interested in them as they often contain content that is considered too strange or not in line with traditional values. However, there is a small subset of readers who are into this kind of very different and edgy erotica.

One popular ghostly weird story is the 'Bloody Mary' legend. People believe that if you stand in a dark bathroom, light some candles, and say 'Bloody Mary' three times into the mirror, a spooky apparition will appear. Another is the story of the Headless Horseman. Legend has it that this spectral rider rides through the night on a black horse, looking for his lost head. And then there's the story of the Grey Lady, often associated with old castles or mansions, a ghostly figure that haunts the halls.

One popular weird tale is 'The Monkey's Paw'. It's about a magical paw that grants wishes but with terrible consequences. Another is 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow' with the headless horseman. Ghost stories like 'The Amityville Horror' are also well - known. It tells of a haunted house where terrifying events occur.

Well, 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' by Oscar Wilde is a rather weird classic. Dorian Gray's portrait ages and shows the signs of his immoral life while he himself remains young and beautiful. It's a very unique take on the relationship between appearance, morality, and time. Another one could be 'Ulysses' by James Joyce. Its complex narrative structure and the stream - of - consciousness writing style make it seem quite strange to many readers, but it is also a very important work in modernist literature.

One of the best weird novels is 'House of Leaves' by Mark Z. Danielewski. It plays with the layout of the text on the page, creating a disorienting and unique reading experience. Another is 'The Crying of Lot 49' by Thomas Pynchon, which is filled with strange symbols and a complex, somewhat surreal plot. Also, 'At the Mountains of Madness' by H.P. Lovecraft is a great example. Lovecraft's work often features grotesque and otherworldly elements that are truly weird.

New weird novels often blend elements of horror, science fiction, and the uncanny. They typically feature strange and otherworldly settings, like alien landscapes or distorted versions of our own world. Characters may be abnormal or have powers that defy normal understanding.