The Spider Silk Scarf

In this haunting short story by New York Times bestselling author Ana Reyes, Nora is a thrill-seeker whose penchant for stealing escalates when she learns about a rare object rumored to be hidden in the home of her reclusive neighbor—a scarf crafted from the silk of black widow spiders. As her obsession leads her to break into the neighbor's house, Nora faces unexpected consequences that challenge her understanding of reality and ultimately her life. This tale explores themes of grief, growth, and regret, all while posing the question, “What do you get when you steal from a witch?”