Eerie post-war tale of decline and hauntings.
"The Little Stranger" weaves a narrative that's as much about the psychological haunting of its characters as it is about the possible supernatural occurrences in Hundreds Hall. Sarah Waters expertly crafts a post-war setting that adds a layer of gloom and decay to the Ayres family's story, making it a fit for those who appreciate historical depth integrated with their suspense. If you're looking to be ensnared by a story that blurs the lines between real and imagined horrors, this book promises to deliver an immersive and unsettling experience.
ISBN: 9781844086023
Authors:
Vincent Sarah Waters
Publisher: Virago Press
Date of Publication: 2009-05-29
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.56
(rated by 55107 readers)
Description
In a dusty post-war summer in rural Warwickshire, a doctor is called to a patient at lonely Hundreds Hall. Home to the Ayres family for over two centuries, the Georgian house, once grand and handsome, is now in decline, its masonry crumbling, its gardens choked with weeds, the clock in its stable yard permanently fixed at twenty to nine. Its owners - mother, son and daughter - are struggling to keep pace with a changing society, as well as with conflicts of their own. But are the Ayreses haunted by something more sinister than a dying way of life? Prepare yourself. From this wonderful writer who continues to astonish us, now comes a chilling ghost story.
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