We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson Summary & Study Guide

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This study guide consists of approx. 35 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more – everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of We Have Always Lived in the Castle. This detailed literature summary also contains Topics for Discussion and a Free Quiz on We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson.

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First published January 25, 2011

Reviews

[Maureen Griswold · Rating 4 out of 5]

Shirley Jackson had such a unique and powerful way of contrasting "otherness"/unique individuals and mob/group mentalities. She truly inhabits and portrays this small family of eccentrics, especially protagonist/narrator, Merricat. Jackson/Merricat's her vivid POV truly enables readers to delve into this family's unusual world and fate.

[Kym · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was kind of a creepy story about 2 sisters living in the run down family mansion. They have established routines and patterns because both are quite eccentric. An interesting read, no surprises really.

[Missy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting, quick read.

[Pam · Rating 2 out of 5]

weird and not scary at all

[Nelson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great mystery!