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heyavynray 's review for:
Coram House: A Novel
by Bailey Seybolt
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
Thank you to Atria Books, the author, and NetGalley for this eARC.
Coram House follows Alex, a young, widowed writer who takes on a ghostwriting project about the grim history of a long-closed orphanage in Vermont. As she settles into the small town and begins her research, she uncovers disturbing accounts of life inside Coram House: stories of abuse, neglect, and even the alleged murders of children. As Alex uncovers the truth, more carnage unfolds.
Coram House follows Alex, a young, widowed writer who takes on a ghostwriting project about the grim history of a long-closed orphanage in Vermont. As she settles into the small town and begins her research, she uncovers disturbing accounts of life inside Coram House: stories of abuse, neglect, and even the alleged murders of children. As Alex uncovers the truth, more carnage unfolds.
What struck me most was how cold and suffocating this novel felt. Even though I read it during a sunny weekend in April, the writing transported me into the frozen world of Vermont winter. That atmosphere is so well crafted.
This fictionalized take on St. Joseph’s Orphanage, a real place with a tragic legacy, feels like a powerful tribute to the people who’ve worked to hold institutions accountable for historic abuse.
As a longtime thriller fan, I was hooked instantly. The blend of true crime and fiction hits that perfect nerve. I wouldn’t be surprised if Coram House becomes a favorite for readers of the genre. It’s an atmospheric, chilling debut!