Dayak Stories

Two Sarawakians found each other at a charity auction for the renovation project of St. Thomas Cathedral, later fell in love, and said their marriage vows. But they soon found themselves in episodes of troubles and heartaches in their marriage journey. Will they be strong enough to stay together through it all? Will they survive their fragile marriage? The Bahasa Malaysia version is available entitled, "Presiden Victor jatuh sakit - Demam Cinta!" Search by tag of the author @niecristal

This story is an adapted extract from my writings about my trip in Kalimantan, which highlights the kindness and friendliness of the people of Indonesia.

Ranu adalah seorang pemuda yang menderita hidrophobia semenjak kematian ibunya ketika ia balita. Namun sekarang ia harus menghadapi ketakutan terbesarnya saat ia diharuskan pergi ke Desa Tepia'i di pedalaman Kalimantan Barat, untuk meneliti kadar merkuri yang dihasilkan para penambang emas liar. Namun bukan hanya air saja yang harus Ranu hadapi. Ia pun harus berhadapan dengan cerita mistis Hantu Air yang mendiangi Sungai Kapuas dan mitos menyeramkan lainnya di dalam hutan belantara. Bagaimanakah nasib Ranu pada akhirnya?

The rainforest of Borneo is more than just shadows and mist. It is a grave of secrets. Villagers whisper of a blood oath sworn by Dayak warriors long ago, binding their spirits to the jungle forever. Outsiders who wander too deep rarely return. Adrian came to Borneo in search of forgotten folklore. But when the whispers in the canopy begin calling his name, he realizes the stories are not just legends they are warnings. The masked guardians of the curse have awakened, and the jungle has chosen him. A supernatural horror tale inspired by Southeast Asian folklore Dark, atmospheric, and chilling to the very last page Perfect for fans of haunted forests, cursed rituals, and folklore horror Do you dare to listen to the whispers?