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READ THIS 📚 If You Like… BOOK REVIEW

⭐️⭐️⭐️ ⭐️/5

Genre: Psychological Horror/Thriller

Synopsis: Eve and Charlie are a couple that flip houses and when the previous owners arrive at their current flip home, everything changes. The longer the unwelcome strangers stay, the more reality shifts- literally.

•frustrating antagonists

•creepy old house

•mild horror

•winter time thriller

•mind bending

•lesbian representation

•isolation

My Opinion: What a neat concept for a contemporary horror story! For most of the story I was hooked. I am a sucker for creepy old houses and unreliable narrators and this book DELIVERS both. I appreciated the horror which was descriptive but tastefully done.

I would have liked to see more development of characters other than Eve, but I do understand Eve is the most important to the story. I found the ending to be a bit confusing and rushed, but that could definitely be a “me” issue and less of an issue with the story itself.

For the author’s debut novel, I am throughly impressed and will read more of Kliewer’s work in the future. 📖

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2024/9/3 Edited to

If you're a fan of psychological horror, this debut novel by Kliewer is a must-read. The plot revolves around a couple flipping houses, where the emergence of previous owners leads to unsettling shifts in reality. The story expertly combines elements of isolation and unreliable narration, drawing readers into a creepy old house filled with tension. Furthermore, it highlights themes of representation, showcasing lesbian characters in a thriller setting. Many readers appreciate books that challenge their perceptions, making this title a valuable addition to any horror enthusiast's collection. In a landscape crowded with horror literature, a book that thoughtfully incorporates contemporary issues while delivering suspenseful thrills will resonate with audiences. Explore similar books that delve into psychological twists and haunted sites, as they often enrich the genre. Don't miss your chance to explore the depths of this engaging read, perfect for a winter escape into chilling narratives!

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Such a good read! Kept me wondering what was going to happen next

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