3.5
Hate House
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Reclusive investigator Megan French is lured from isolation by a mysterious client who wants her to investigate the infamous Hate House. Too late, she discovers Hate House isn't a job, it's a trap. Gaslighted and manipulated, French is caught in an elaborate revenge plot seeking to unbalance her mind before framing her for a horrible crime.
As French unravels the plan, she uncovers a wider world of the ultra wealthy who treat people as nothing more than pieces on a game board.
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3.5
LayLayGilmore
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“I managed to finish the book, but, I did not like the writing style but I got through because the plot was really good and I do recommend it for those purposes. My reaction at first was a little delayed simply because it was a really slow start but, once about the midpoint of the book, it started to be a page turner. I deducted stars for writing styles and a few character flaws that made no sense to me. I just don’t see how the main character was able to stay in the house, like forgot about the money at that point.”
Anastasia
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“I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This would have been a four or five star review if the book didn't take such a different route towards the end.
I enjoyed the first and second act, the writing was good, you could feel the oppressive strangeness of Hate House. If the book had ended with the final scene on the island of Hate House, or perhaps a few chapters later, the rating would be higher. The last part of the book was still well written, it just felt like it belonged in another book.”Sydney
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“Hate House by John C. Foster is such an eerie, mind-altering, spooky read. This was the first time I had read a book by Foster, so it took me a moment to get used to his writing style. Many descriptions were used to set the scene, though at times the descriptions seemed a bit chaotic. However, I feel this added to the creepy ambiance of Hate House while French and Grady were gathering their bearings of the house.
French's background story, and the small snippets you are allowed to have as you begin reading and learning about the main character, leave you interested and eagerly waiting for more. As more pieces of the puzzle for both French's past and Hate House fall into place, you are left feeling more and more unsettled. Who are any of these people, really? As you learn more about French, you become more empathetic and hopeful for her as she embarks on this twisted journey.
The mood of this book completely encapsulates the reader and left me peeking over my shoulder in the dark. This is such a fantastic tale of vengeance, hate, fear, and perseverance. I thoroughly enjoyed this novel and am looking forward to exploring more of John C. Foster's work.”
creepycatcritiques
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“In a series of turns I didn't see coming, Hate House really drew me in. The twists at times left me confused and disoriented, and I imagine that's exactly how Megan French felt. Although that's not a bad thing, it's been a bit since a book has been able to mess with my head this way- this was a different type of horror. Instead of watching over my shoulder or feeling the lingering gaze of someone watching, I've been left unsure if I can trust anything I just read, any events that transpired, or characters I met. Even now, I'm still thinking over the course of these events and the truths- or lies- revealed. Great read!
*I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.”
Journey
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“*BookSirens ARC review*
As one of my first ARC books I spent more time than usual noting the text and marking things that seemed important which added to my usual time spent with a book of this size.
First I want to say, I loved this book. It did take me a little to get used to the writing style in the beginning of the book with the time jumps in the middle of chapters rather than different chapters being different time periods, but once I got used to it it was fine!
I thought the book was engaging, it made me want to keep reading and I did spend a few nights up past my bedtime just to read another chapter. I felt like I could feel what the character was feeling, the ominous, hair standing on the back of your neck, scared of the dark vibes and a few places even got me to gag.
I found the ending to be a little anticlimactic, however if there are plans for a second book it would be perfect.”
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