A review by brooketreads
Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

dark mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

I had an enjoyable time reading this book. Dark houses are always a good setting for me. Noemí was such a strong female MC. She and Francis’s budding friendship throughout the story was sweet and felt well developed. The cover is beautiful, a little haunting with the dark red dress and wilting flowers.

I think as for the horror/thriller aspect, I wanted more. I think it was a little too slow going to introduce the darker elements of the house and characters. The dreams may have thrown off the effect.
I thought they were just dreams for much of the book.


Overall, I did like the book and enjoyed reading it. I could absolutely see this as a movie. 
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