A review by mefhreads
How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix

dark emotional tense medium-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? Yes

3.5

The premise of haunted houses, and especially creepy dolls/puppets, is appealing however, the child in danger trope has always felt to me like a cheap shorthand for creating tension and anxiety. I would have been happier reading a story about a pair of siblings coming to terms with the death of their parents and the trauma families create/share. That being said, I enjoyed the plot twists and scenes of body horror. I am glad I read the book but do not see myself coming back to it in the future. 
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