A review by jw2212
The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson

dark mysterious slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

From the descriptions of this book I was expecting it to be scarier, so I was a bit disappointed in that aspect. That being said, I thought Eleanor’s thoughts and mindset throughout were very realistic and the real focus of the book. And the ending was ✨chef’s kiss✨