A review by bookishsamsch
The House at the End of the Sea by Victoria M. Adams

adventurous dark emotional mysterious reflective sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

I really enjoyed this - and a nice quick read at just over 240 pages - an eerie tale about ghost like apparitions, unusual guests and a journey into the realms of fairytale. 

 

Saffi is a cool protagonist - not sure how old she is, but I reckon about 11? - who takes care of her brother in the aftermath of their mother's death, he's cute but trouble little boy. Her Dad is useless, and her grandparents appear troubled but, at heart, kind people. 

 

Saffi's journey as she tries to find the underlying cause of what is happening at the house is compelling and I found myself completely drawn in. A great read and a perfect book for tweens getting into this genre of fiction. There are some spooky moments, but it isn't too harrowing.