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A review by kba76
This Cursed House by Del Sandeen
dark
emotional
mysterious
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
4.0
When Jemma decides to leave her home in Chicago she looks forward to a fresh start working for the Duchon family in New Orleans. Upon arrival Jemma is bothered by the reception she is met with when she talks of her new post. People advise her not to take the job. Jemma, though reticent, decides to follow her plan.
Upon arrival at the Duchon family home she is struck by the strangeness of the family. They seem dated in appearance and attitude, and Jemma soon realises that nothing is quite as she expected.
A slow burn, this gradually ramps up the sense of unease. As Jemma learns more about the family she has to work for, she starts to realise just why she has been called upon and how her family history is inextricably linked to the Duchons.
Southern Gothic, with a deeply unpleasant focus on race and the impact it has had on many.
Thanks to NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read and review this.
Upon arrival at the Duchon family home she is struck by the strangeness of the family. They seem dated in appearance and attitude, and Jemma soon realises that nothing is quite as she expected.
A slow burn, this gradually ramps up the sense of unease. As Jemma learns more about the family she has to work for, she starts to realise just why she has been called upon and how her family history is inextricably linked to the Duchons.
Southern Gothic, with a deeply unpleasant focus on race and the impact it has had on many.
Thanks to NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read and review this.