Well, 'hystery' is a very archaic word that ends with'story'. It's not used much in modern English though. It was used in old English texts in a rather different context compared to modern words.
Galley. It's not as well - known as some other words ending in'story', but it exists.
Another word is 'outlandish'. It refers to something that is very strange or unconventional. If a story has a setting or plot that is completely out of the ordinary and seems a bit crazy, it can be called 'outlandish'. For example, a story set in a world where gravity works in reverse could be 'outlandish'.
Malevolent. This word gives a strong sense of evil intention. For example, 'A malevolent spirit haunted the old well, causing misfortune to anyone who came near.' It makes the ghost seem more threatening.
Sure. 'Abysmal' can be used to describe a deep, dark, and seemingly bottomless place, like an abysmal pit that swallows everything. 'Bleak' is also good. It gives a feeling of coldness and hopelessness, as if there's no way out. For example, a bleak, desolate landscape in a horror story.
Malevolent. This word describes something or someone that is full of ill - will. In a ghost story, you could say 'The malevolent spirit haunted the village every night.'
An ancient temple deep in the jungle. It could be filled with hidden chambers, ancient artifacts, and traps. Explorers might be searching for a powerful relic within it. Another is a space station. In a story, there could be a malfunction or an alien invasion on the space station. A desert island is also a great location. A character could be stranded there and has to figure out how to survive, and perhaps there are hidden secrets on the island.
Finale. It gives the sense of the last part, often used in a more dramatic or musical context as well, but can be applied to a story to mean the end where everything comes to a close.
Another word could be "conte", which is a short fictional narrative. Also, "picaresque", which refers to a type of fiction that follows the adventures of a roguish hero, like "Don Quixote". Fiction can also be described as "fictitious narrative", which is a more formal way of saying it.
Episodes can be regarded as parts of a story or as a story in itself in some cases.
There are words like 'diabolical'. This implies something devilish, something that is extremely evil and cunning in a very scary way. 'Horrific' is another strong word for scary stories. It describes something that is so bad and terrifying that it can leave a long - lasting impression on the reader or listener. 'Hideous' can also be used, especially when describing a really grotesque or ugly and scary character or situation in a story. These words can add more depth and intensity to the horror in a scary story.
Well, there are 'haunting' which gives the idea that the story stays with the reader long after it's been read. 'Gripping' is another one, just like 'enthralling', it makes the reader hold on tight to the story. Also, 'riveting' which means extremely interesting and holding one's attention firmly. The story might be about a mystery or an adventure, and these words would be very suitable to describe how it draws the reader in. It's not just about the plot, but also how the characters are developed and the setting is described that can make a story 'riveting'. For example, a story set in a post - apocalyptic world with complex characters fighting for survival can be 'riveting' as it combines elements of danger, hope, and human nature.