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The Haunting of Beatrix Greene: Vol. 1 by Rachel Hawkins
4.0
Thank you, NetGalley, Rachel Hawkins, Ash Parsons, Vicky Alvear Shecter, and Serial Box Publishing for the opportunity to read this book!
The Haunting of Beatrix Greene by Rachel Hawkins, Ash Parsons, and Vicky Alvear Shecter caught my eye while browsing through NetGalley. With Halloween looming, I knew I had to read it! Beatrix Greene brings comfort to those who lost loved ones by pretending to communicate with their spirits. When a scientist named James Walker asks for her to come to Ashbury Manor to hold a seance she is skeptical. He is known for trying to discredit mediums but she can’t refuse the generous payment she will receive. Beatrix is immediately concerned upon entering the manor. Something isn’t right, there is an evil that lurks here that no one can imagine.
This is definitely a unique horror story. It is laid out in “episodes” rather than chapters. It feels as if I am reading a Netflix series. In fact, I just finished watching The Haunting of Hill House and The Haunting of Bly Manor and I felt the same vibe in this book. It is similar in the sense that the house itself is corrupted and evil. The ghosts there are just trying to help. This story had some extremely creepy moments. I got the chills during the scene where hands are reaching out grabbing them as they run down a hallway.
I really loved the characters. Beatrix and Harry have a wonderful friendship that reminded me of some of my friendships. However, this book is all about Beatrix and Amanda. In Victorian times, it is always pleasant to see fierce women. My only complaint is the lack of development. While I loved the characters, there could have been more, but I also wanted more plot development with the plot and background. It felt very thin at times. However, if these authors ever collab again, I will definitely check it out. I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars. This book is available on October 28th!! Read it to get into the Halloween mood!
The Haunting of Beatrix Greene by Rachel Hawkins, Ash Parsons, and Vicky Alvear Shecter caught my eye while browsing through NetGalley. With Halloween looming, I knew I had to read it! Beatrix Greene brings comfort to those who lost loved ones by pretending to communicate with their spirits. When a scientist named James Walker asks for her to come to Ashbury Manor to hold a seance she is skeptical. He is known for trying to discredit mediums but she can’t refuse the generous payment she will receive. Beatrix is immediately concerned upon entering the manor. Something isn’t right, there is an evil that lurks here that no one can imagine.
This is definitely a unique horror story. It is laid out in “episodes” rather than chapters. It feels as if I am reading a Netflix series. In fact, I just finished watching The Haunting of Hill House and The Haunting of Bly Manor and I felt the same vibe in this book. It is similar in the sense that the house itself is corrupted and evil. The ghosts there are just trying to help. This story had some extremely creepy moments. I got the chills during the scene where hands are reaching out grabbing them as they run down a hallway.
I really loved the characters. Beatrix and Harry have a wonderful friendship that reminded me of some of my friendships. However, this book is all about Beatrix and Amanda. In Victorian times, it is always pleasant to see fierce women. My only complaint is the lack of development. While I loved the characters, there could have been more, but I also wanted more plot development with the plot and background. It felt very thin at times. However, if these authors ever collab again, I will definitely check it out. I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars. This book is available on October 28th!! Read it to get into the Halloween mood!