timetraveler's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
nikkgoldmine's review against another edition
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
jufira42's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
readinginfinland's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
This gothic tale keeps a good pace as we follow protagonist, Louisa Drew, on a photographic assignment to a once notorious country manor. Set in 1925, it draws on past events, strange and sinister happenings, and a house full of secrets to build to a climax.
I enjoyed the fact that the main character is based on two women who were photographers during this period - an unusual profession at the time.
I enjoyed the fact that the main character is based on two women who were photographers during this period - an unusual profession at the time.
a178's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
bookiebook's review against another edition
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
hallvi's review against another edition
3.0
2.5 stars
I picked this up when I had a craving for haunted houses and spirit photography (I mean when don't I) , but the story turned out a weak murder mystery. I was hoping for something more atmospheric.
I picked this up when I had a craving for haunted houses and spirit photography (I mean when don't I) , but the story turned out a weak murder mystery. I was hoping for something more atmospheric.
diana_papeiseletras's review
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
julial's review against another edition
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
4.0
katie_bell's review
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0