A review by maryannetrengove
John Eyre: A Tale of Darkness and Shadow by Mimi Matthews

3.0

3.5 stars for this classically structured spooky tale that was perfect for the Halloween season reading list. I enjoyed the atmosphere of the book ~ the misty moors and gloomy halls of the estate, where the new school master, John, is charged with the care of two very creepy little mute boys. That is where this book really shines. It also gets props for alluding to the sinister and paranormal events taking place ~ the bumps in the dark are so well played. I found myself googling some of the Victorian terms as well which always means I am fascinated by the story. Without giving anything away, the box bed scene was clever and creepy as you know what. Think that the author could have tipped the scale just a bit on the scare level but it was a good read for the season and I would recommend it if you enjoy books like Dracula or Frankenstein.