A review by myoungin24
The House Across the Lake by Riley Sager

emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • 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

There was a lot about this book I loved. I loved the limited characters in a secluded location adding to the air of mystery. I loved the way Sager is able to keep the reader guessing until the very end of the book, and the little clues dropped along the way — the little details that make you flip back the pages when the lightbulb goes off. I loved the suspense created within the story. I loved Sager’s ability to write a believable FMC who was flawed, without making her insufferable. 

After some time to think about it, I’m still on the fence about the ending. And as much as I’m a girl who loves spooky and paranormal, I’m not sure I love how it was tied in here.
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