"The Landlady" by Roald Dahl is a short story that follows a young man named Billy Weaver, who arrives in Bath, England, on a business trip. He seeks a place to stay and is drawn to a quaint bed and breakfast run by a seemingly sweet elderly woman.

As the story unfolds, the atmosphere shifts from charming to unsettling. The landlady's peculiar behavior and the strange details about her previous guests hint at darker themes. The story builds tension, culminating in a twist that reveals the landlady's true nature and her chilling intentions.

Overall, it's a suspenseful tale that explores themes of trust, appearances, and the uncanny. Dahl’s signature dark humor and unexpected twists make it a memorable read!

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