The Short Scare is your weekly dose of delightfully creepy short stories. Hosted by the ever-watchful Lucinda D'readd and narrated by her husband, Lucius, each episode uncovers a single haunting tale from the darkest corners of their ancient library.
Lucinda D’Readd is the enigmatic host of The Short Scare, where she delights in sharing unsettling tales from her ancient and shadowy estate. With a sharp wit and a love for the macabre, Lucinda curates stories that creep into the mind and linger long after. She invites listeners to explore the darker corners of her vast library—where secrets are kept, and shadows never quite disappear.
Lucius D’Readd is the solemn and ever-faithful narrator of The Short Scare. With a voice that echoes through the shadowed halls of his ancient estate, Lucius brings to life the eerie tales curated by his wife, Lucinda. Though often overshadowed by her sharp wit, Lucius’s calm and measured storytelling draws listeners into the heart of the darkness—where the only sound is the turning of pages and the whisper of something unseen.