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A Haunting on the Hill by Elizabeth Hand
This is the first book approved by Shirley Jackson’s estate, and while it is not as scary as the original, it is definitely an eerie creepy read.
A group of people dedicated to putting on a brand new play rent out Hill House for two weeks. While they are there, the play really seems to come alive, but meanwhile mysterious and frightening events are happening in the house around them. Refusing to leave, the group finds themselves trapped in a psychological nightmare full of huge black hares, disappearing carvings, and secret doors, culminating in a truly terrifying event none of them saw coming.
This was a well done spooky season read, full of truly frightening moments and an overall sense of dread. The characters are complex and really interesting, as are their relationships to each other. The play within the story is particularly interesting as well. Definitely read the original book, but pick this one up as well.
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