In a seemingly idyllic village, the townsfolk gather for their annual lottery—a tradition shrouded in normalcy yet hiding a chilling truth. As suspense builds and the community’s dark ritual is revealed, The Lottery explores the terrifying power of conformity and collective cruelty. Written by Shirley Jackson, this haunting tale will linger in your mind long after the final word. If you enjoy this episode and want to support my work, you can do so at https://buymeacoffee.com/nocturnaltales or https://patreon.com/NocturnalTales.