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A review by diana_sousa
A Hold on Me by Pat Esden
5.0
“A Hold On Me” took a hold of my heart from the beginning. The setting is so interesting and intriguing, a great mixture between gothic and paranormal. This was always present on the tone of the book, the way the author describes the characters’ surroundings, the details that add to the mystery. I love how the author mixed mythology (no spoilers!) with a dark setting of her own, which becomes very unique, especially when describing the mansion where most of the action occurs.
The characters’ voices are authentic, and it was easy to follow along from Annie’s perspective. Every character has their own moments and depth, and none of their decisions or actions sounded strange or unsupported.
Throughout the story their secrets are revealed, their intentions, and you see that no one is left undeveloped.
The pacing is great, always the right amount of suspense that pressures you to keep reading to find out what will happen and what is hiding in the shadows. I found myself forgetting to do other things while I was reading this book, and I think that is one of the best things a writer can do with a story.
All in all, I really loved “A Hold On Me”, and I can’t wait to see what comes next!
The characters’ voices are authentic, and it was easy to follow along from Annie’s perspective. Every character has their own moments and depth, and none of their decisions or actions sounded strange or unsupported.
Throughout the story their secrets are revealed, their intentions, and you see that no one is left undeveloped.
The pacing is great, always the right amount of suspense that pressures you to keep reading to find out what will happen and what is hiding in the shadows. I found myself forgetting to do other things while I was reading this book, and I think that is one of the best things a writer can do with a story.
All in all, I really loved “A Hold On Me”, and I can’t wait to see what comes next!