This Week in Horror — Week of June 15, 2026

Biggest Gainers

أكتب حتى لا يأكلني الشيطان by مريم الحيسي

Published: June 12, 2024

Entering at #1 this week, this thriller captures a writer's descent into chaos as she encounters supernatural horrors and mysterious kidnappings. With a very modest gain of just 5 ratings, its trajectory prompts questions about audience engagement despite the book's intriguing premise. It remains to be seen if this trend will pick up in the coming weeks.

Stats: 4,399 → 4,404 (+5)

جمرّة by دعاء الجدعاني

Published: January 1, 2023

Holding steady in the #2 spot, this narrative presents the struggles of a girl born into a family marked by dark magical legacies. The increase of just 2 ratings illustrates a minimal spike, which is uncommon for more recent publications; it signals a stable yet stagnant interest in this modern horror tale.

Stats: 3,337 → 3,339 (+2)

إنني أتعفن رعبًا by مريم الحيسي

Published: September 1, 2023

Ranking at #3, this book continues to pique interest, although it only gained 2 ratings this week, reflecting a slight decline in momentum compared to previous weeks. Despite the intriguing character exploration of mental health intertwined with horror elements, it is struggling to break through to a wider audience.

Stats: 3,817 → 3,819 (+2)

Surprise of the Week

My Final Breath by Paige Dearth

Published: June 25, 2020

This week's surprise comes from this psychological thriller, which has managed to resonate well despite being over three years old. With a gain of 2 ratings, it demonstrates that there is still a significant demand for stories about life, death, and the bonds that hold us together in the wake of tragedy.

Stats: 1,890 → 1,892 (+2)

Quick Hits

L'illusion by Maxim Chattam

This eerie thriller set in a remote ski station has gained 1 rating. Stats: 1,602 → 1,603 (+1)

We Cast a Shadow by Maurice Carlos Ruffin

Surging in popularity with a net gain of just 2 ratings, it reflects ongoing interest in contemporary narratives tackling race and identity. Stats: 5,197 → 5,199 (+2)

Pick of the Week

This week's standout is أكتب حتى لا يأكلني الشيطان by مريم الحيسي. Despite minimal growth of just 5 ratings in its debut week, its strong entry at the top of the chart signifies immediate interest in the premise blending horror with themes of ambition and desperation. This could suggest a captivating narrative that, if properly promoted, might see a surge in reader ratings in the weeks to come.