The Lottery and Other Stories; The Haunting of Hill House; We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson

The Lottery and Other Stories; The Haunting of Hill House; We Have Always Lived in the Castle

Shirley Jackson

fiction classics horror short stories dark mysterious slow-paced

766 pages | first published 1991

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"The world of Shirley Jackson is eerie and unforgettable," writes A. M. Homes. "It is a place where things are not what they seem; even on a morning that is sunny and clear there is always the threat of darkness looming, of things taking a turn f...
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Moods

dark 100%
mysterious 100%
tense 100%
adventurous 50%
emotional 50%
reflective 50%
sad 50%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

4.04

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