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We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson
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Sep 25, 2014 09:00AM
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The writing style is magnificent! While I want to fly through this book, because it presents itself as a book to be devoured, there's also an element of mystery and suspense that should be preserved by reading it slowly and savoring the language and characters. I will probably try and pace myself over the last few days of the month.
I can't believe I forgot to post that I'd finished. A solid 5 stars! The mystery was fantastic. I loved all the characters, good and bad. What an amazing character study! I hope you all enjoy it. I'll link my review tomorrow on my work computer. I'm on my phone now and don't know how to do it. My review is spoiler free.
My copy has arrived..it's the Penguin deluxe edition...it's beautiful. I've decided to read The Lies of Locke Lamora first as I have a week off work :)
I've just finished this book and awarded it 4 stars.
I loved the writing style and the compelling story. It's not really a tale of horror but it's a very well written mystery.
I think, as with others by Shirley Jackson, it would benefit from a second read.
I loved the writing style and the compelling story. It's not really a tale of horror but it's a very well written mystery.
I think, as with others by Shirley Jackson, it would benefit from a second read.


