Episode 22: E. F. Benson’s Between the Lights: A Classic Ghost Story of Winter Dread

In Episode 22 of Touch of the Gothic Whimsey, we slip into the uncanny world of E. F. Benson with his unforgettable ghost story, “Between the Lights.”Set during a festive winter gathering, this tale twists the warmth of holiday cheer into something far more sinister. A simple parlor game becomes the gateway to a terrifying vision—one that lingers, grows, and refuses to be dismissed. Benson’s mastery of subtle horror and psychological unease turns a moment of play into a brush with the supernatural that feels chillingly real.Perfect for listeners who savor atmospheric ghost stories, winter hauntings, and the creeping dread that arrives when the lights dim and shadows gather. This reading brings Benson’s eerie brilliance to life with gothic nuance and quiet terror.