A review by nathalieisg
The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson

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

4.75

A perfect Halloween read. Not too long and Shirley Jackson has a great way of telling a story that creates a growing sense of dread and 'wrongness' without having to spell out/describe the actual haunting. It leaves the reader guessing at what is real or imagined and whether the narrator is reliable. Even the abrupt ending that can be considered a little unsatisfying, is one that's kept me thinking about it for days and it will continue to be be picked apart and talked about by readers for years to come.
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