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cheazcakeguy's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book was so unsettling throughout. Deeply horrifying in a way that makes you question reality along with the characters. The frequent and sometimes sudden shifts in the emotional and mental states of the characters are so off-putting. And it's short, and a total page-turner!
*MAJOR spoiler ahead*
Though I pretty much saw the ending (Eleanor's suicide) coming before I was halfway through the book, I was not expecting the misdirect from the tower followed by the joyful mania of Eleanor as she gleefully sped to her death. And then the brief moment of clarity before she hit the tree. So damn creepy, and a tragic end to a tragic character.
Would like to re-read someday to see if I pick up on anything I missed the first time.
*MAJOR spoiler ahead*
Would like to re-read someday to see if I pick up on anything I missed the first time.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol, Death, Suicide, Death of parent, and Blood
jordanamackey's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
3.25
the haunting of hill house holds a special place in my heart. the first scene with the knocks will have you holding your breath. while there are some things that i wish the tv show would have included, i think the tv show did a good job of expanding on an already great idea.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide
Moderate: Death
micallab's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide, Death of parent, and Death
aas's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Toxic friendship, Emotional abuse, Bullying, Death, Death of parent, Suicidal thoughts, Car accident, and Suicide attempt
alexisgarcia's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
this is such a good book!!! definitely deserves all of the hype and the classic title, shirley jackson is a phenomenal writer
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Grief, Mental illness, Suicide, Violence, and Death
hanniquinn's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I really enjoyed reading this. It took me a little bit to get used to the writing style as it’s a little aged compared to my usual stuff. The flow of writing was well done however sometimes it’s was hard to understand what the characters were talking about as their conversations felt nonsensical. The atmosphere was amazing and I enjoyed the pacing. Loved the main character and would super recommend reading!
Content Warnings
Minor: Death of parent, Suicide, and Death
vaguely_pink's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Big thanks to my newest literary heroine Shirley Jackson for yassifying the ghost story. You truly were ahead of your time.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide
Moderate: Death of parent, Bullying, Abandonment, Car accident, and Death
Minor: Grief, Gun violence, Toxic friendship, Confinement, Gaslighting, Mental illness, Sexism, and Blood
saliwali's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Car accident, Death, Mental illness, Suicide, and Toxic friendship
nathalieisg's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
A perfect Halloween read. Not too long and Shirley Jackson has a great way of telling a story that creates a growing sense of dread and 'wrongness' without having to spell out/describe the actual haunting. It leaves the reader guessing at what is real or imagined and whether the narrator is reliable. Even the abrupt ending that can be considered a little unsatisfying, is one that's kept me thinking about it for days and it will continue to be be picked apart and talked about by readers for years to come.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide and Death
foldingthepage_kayleigh's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide, Toxic friendship, Death, and Blood