W.W. Jacobs's The Monkey's Paw is a harrowing tale of a mystical artifact that grants wishes with devastating consequences. In The Toll House, eerie suspense builds as a group of friends confronts a haunted house's malevolent forces. Both stories delve into human greed, fear, and the unsettling power of the unknown, leaving readers with a lasting sense of unease. Jacobs's work remains a masterclass in atmospheric and psychological horror.