Mexican Gothic

anna_6792 shared a tip "Well I guess this was a good way to start off the spooky season. I had felt very uncomfortable with a lot of what went on and at one point I literally felt sick. The author did an amazing job writing these characters and the story. The details were really good. This story will most likely stay with me for a long time, and hopefully during that time I won't feel so sick when I think about it. Really good read."

lizalizard shared a tip "I finished this in two days, only taking breaks to share my theories and gush about Noemí to whoever would listen. Honestly, it felt like a gorgeously vivid fever dream from the moment I picked it up."

banshee.reviews shared a tip "A beautifully written book that connects Gothic horror and social commentary in a rarely seen scenario. I guessed what was going on pretty quickly - no plot twists for me - but that didn't make the read any less enjoyable."

meagan_khatthaname shared a tip "I wasn't sure what to expect. I really enjoyed it. A little creepy, a little gory, little bit of supernatural... definitely keeps you turning the pages!"

becca_sangwin shared a tip "NGL, I read this specifically because of the gorgeous cover. I did NOT expect it to be such a grotesque and disturbing novel, but somehow I loved every second of it. Horror is not usually my thing, but this is def one of my favorites of the year!"

lilasanchez shared a tip "unique plot where you're immediately thrown into the story. the lead up to the finale didn't make sense to me, as the main character was portrayed as an awful house guest and was then chosen to be the perfect addition to the family. most of the action/plot in the last 50 pages."

diane_morello shared a tip "The Haunting of Hill House but in Mexico, with sides of mushrooms and eugenics. Nowhere near the horror of the Haunting of Hill House"

joannasbookcorner shared a tip "Very slow, not what I expected. I feel as though it would be great for a particular audience who loves plots like the book has, I am just not one of them"

kenya_williams_7747 shared a tip "Honestly starting very slow to me, like it didn’t pick up until a little half way through it. And after I fought my way through this book it ended horribly. Very disappointed 5/10"

LaDoniaMonica shared a tip "⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had so many expectations for this book and it exceeded my expectations so much that it got me out of a several year book slump❣️ Alluring and bewitching, historical and cultural. A very disturbing haunted house and an epic grotesque battle for family! This book has my Mexican heart ❤️🤍💚"

jasmine_3744 shared a tip "It’s been on my reading list for months. I didn’t want to read it afraid it would not live up to its hype but I was wrong! It’s a great read, sophisticated and well written."

drawn_dreams shared a tip "Truthfully I wasn't sure if I was going to like this book. I was pleasantly surprised! I love this book, it felt just right for me. There wasn't too much suspense which I enjoyed."

eleanorpow shared a tip "honestly, I went into this book with very low expectations. I had to read it for school, so I was kinda dreading it. fast forward, I read the whole thing in 2 days and it is one of my all time favorite books! so gory in the best ways, with just plot twist after plot twist. a must read!!!"

explodingtardis10 shared a tip "I enjoyed it well enough but it's a horror trope that has been done before. My mind immediately sprung to a Resident Evil installment in particular. It was well-executed but I don't believe it deserves all the praise it has received. If it took a different twist, one I hadn't seen before or not as frequently, I would have appreciated it more as something in the horror genre."

dee_hunter shared a tip "Not remotely what I expected when I began. Not my favorite but I had to keep going to figure out the source of the strange interactions."

c_lemonts shared a tip "The book had a slow start, but in a way that helps establish characters. I was expecting the story to he scarier, but it was still a good, creepy read."

annikapral shared a tip "this is one of my favourite books. I loved everything about the story and as someone who loves everything gothic and dark the aesthetic of this book was amazing. So so good"

creighton_brown shared a tip "Overall, a fun spooky story. Moreno-Garcia tells—rather than shows—us who the main character is in a rush of exposition, but we get to know her for ourselves as the story progresses. It’s a nice, slow-burn thriller, once the main story begins."

jeni_99 shared a tip "this book blew me away. i was apprehensive about reading it because of all the reviews stating how dark and disturbing it is but it wasn't as dark as i was expecting. more moody. i absolutely love her writing style. reminded me a little of gabriel garcia marquez. very intriguing story, couldn't put it down."

alikadabra shared a tip "A slow build to an unexpected explanation of the things going bump in the night. It was an entertaining twist on gothic, even if it made me really uncomfortable at points. I pretty much got the ending I was hoping for, which was satisfying. I also appreciated that the main character had flaws, but she was pretty self aware of them and they were never so big that you were rooting against her."

olivia_mott shared a tip "Chilling in a good way. It has moments that are not for the faint of heart. If talks of SA bother you I would suggest skipping this novel. Otherwise, I think it’s a good story with characters that you want to care about."

faebae shared a tip "Absolutely brilliantly written and truly truly ghastly. I couldn’t put it down. 100% recommend but I do warn there are extremely dark themes."

rachel_green_3641 shared a tip "So good! I honestly had no idea what to expect and it blew me away! A definite gothic feeling, think Nathaniel Hawthorne but in 1950’s Mexico!"

christina_quinn_7010 shared a tip "Psychological thriller. Kept you guessing with its twists and turns. Never was what you expected to be. With mystery, a little passion, and falling in love."

andrea_gonzalez_6472 shared a tip "I don’t have a single favorite book (tough time narrow down! Haha) but I definitely stick to similar themes. Mexican Gothic was cool because it was a mystery/ internal struggle book. How about yourself??"

sydro.se shared a tip "Definitely one of my recent favorites. Moreno-Garcia is a great storyteller imo, and this story kept me captivated (and sufficiently spooked) the whole way through."

Bibliomaniac shared a tip "I really like this one. 👍🏽👍🏽It might take a minute but when it starts really getting good you won't want to put it down until you finish reading it. Highly recommend it!"

Bibliomaniac shared a tip "I lent this book to my niece and she liked it so much I just let her keep but I bought myself another one and I ain't lending it to anyone!"

court1990 shared a tip "I loved this book. Every second of it. The author brings Mexican culture into the story (i loooove learning about other cultures so this was a plus) and it is also very “gothic”. You can tell the writer is a cosmic horror/hp lovecraft fan by the elements of the story line which is also another big plus. Cant wait to read more of her work."

virginia_campos_2442 shared a tip "A really Good Book for those who enjoy Reading anything to do with Hispanic background that includes Story tellers, Healers, Remedies and hidden dark secrets amongst extended Family Members. A true page turner and Easy Read!"

heather_wuest shared a tip "This book should be atmospheric but it is not. The characters are so single minded that they become 1 demential. This is problematic because this at its hart is a horror story but it is hard to find it horrifying because the characters are difficult to empathize with."

compassion_riley shared a tip "This is a horror reminiscent of past writings. I read it fast and enjoyed it immensely like other works from Silvia Moreno Garcia"

satia_ shared a tip "Pure gothic story set in contemporary times. Not surprised it’s already been optioned for a limited series. #mexicangothic #gothicnovel #contemporaryliterature"

chroniclesofacurlygirl shared a tip "The beginning felt a bit drawn out to me, but there were enough mysterious moments that kept me hooked in. It was worth pushing through. The middle to end was fast-paced and gripping. I honestly didn’t know if there would be a happy ending (despite that being a motif throughout the book). You’ll have to find out if the ending was happy or not."

The_Artful_Okie shared a tip "I read a lot of reviews that talked about how scary this book is, but I personally thought it was more weird than scary. The terror was veiled behind so much symbolism that it was completely lost on me. This is my first Gothic novel so I don't know if it is just the genre isn't for me or this one in particular. I enjoyed the Mexican history aspect and it featured a strong female lead with an independence of mind that belonged way before her time."

HeavenSent shared a tip "Cute read! Wasn’t as scary as I was hoping but definitely some spooky parts. I give it a solid 7/10. There were a lot of holes in the plot that kind of put me off and made it harder for me to keep reading. I also didn’t like the descriptions of certain characters I felt like the author tried too hard to make them unlikable. Also the lead is too “badass” she could use some moments of weakness here and there to make her more relatable. Me and many other readers would’ve probably been more fond of a badass female lead with flaws that she overcomes. It humanizes the book ands warmth to the character. Overall the plot was very interesting and the title was accurate it was quite gothic. I did enjoy this book! 💕"

noor_8805 shared a tip "I loved this, it was a very different genre from what I typically read, spooky but not terrifying which is great for me. Strong female lead character and I enjoyed the sprinkle of romance."

taylor_lindsay_6512 shared a tip "Honestly, I was in Barnes and Nobles and the gorgeous cover of this book drew me in. I am not much into thrillers, but I just knew this book was going to be good! And it truly was! When I first had read up to the plot, I was dissatisfied. However, as I continued and the plot continued, I regretted ever feeling dissatisfied. As I said, this was a truly good book!"

zuleyka_zayas shared a tip "While reading this book, the movie Crimson Creek and Penny Dreadful’s City of Angels came to mind. Its gorgeously written and fascinatingly spooky."

kelly_pruett shared a tip "Slow going but interesting. Definitely could use a bit of clarity on the storyline in the first 3/4 of the book. I wouldn't read it again but I did finish it."

gabby_nevarez shared a tip "I was mostly annoyed the entire time.. super slow paced in the beginning then BAM. So many things to wrap my head around. Maybe I’ll feel differently once I process. Anybody else feel the same?"

laura_dailey shared a tip "I loved this blend of The Yellow Wallpaper, The Amityville Horror, and Jane Eyre sprinkled with a bit of Sleeping Beauty. An atmospheric spooker that I highly recommend."

sara_tiede shared a tip "Atmospheric, creepy, expertly crafted as a love letter to gothic literature of the past, and with a thrilling and gripping original voice to add to the tradition! I couldn't put it down after the spectacular reveal, I stayed up hours past my bedtime and I regret nothing!"

crystal_durnan shared a tip "I loved this book so much I immediately started reading every book by this author I could find (Untamed Shore is also fantastic!) This book starts as a pretty typical Gothic novel - big mysterious house, family with a lot of secrets, etc., but it turns into something completely original and unexpected. And scary. Loved it!"

ana_lisa_acosta shared a tip "The first half was kind of slow and I didn't know what direction it was going. But the second half was awesome! The imagination was incredible, and the story was full of obstacles and excitement! I loved the strong, Mexican, female protagonist because she's like me. #mexican #creativity"

lia_lou shared a tip "i was so absorbed in this book i read it all in one sitting. a wonderful mix of macabre and mystery. i adore the writing style and the character writing. amazing read, highly recommend"

alexia_moreno shared a tip "Intriguing and shocking, this book had me for many twists and turns, with an outcome I did not expect! Witty and mysterious, you’re thrown in with the heroine to discover that the family her cousin married into is, unorthodox. I definitely would recommend."

_viviana_ shared a tip "The beginning was great, towards the middle it was ok and then towards the end it picked up! I loved this book more than i disliked it. It was a great read, nonetheless."

roberta_reyes shared a tip "I loved this book but I would like to warn those with Trypophobia (fear of holes) to read this at their own risk. I have it and there were times I had to put the book down due to its very detailed description of pustules popping and oozing."

kerri_vardon shared a tip "I really love anything by Grady Hendrix- just finished The Final Girl Support Group and loved it. I just started Near the Bone by Christina Henry and it also has a very gothic vibe too it so far."

marnie_vinge shared a tip "Definitely! If you like dark suspense with horror elements/supernatural it’s right up your alley! I totally loved it. Her writing style is great too!"

tayia_bush shared a tip "I wanted to love this book but I couldn’t. The plot was so slow and the last couple of chapters were the only really exciting ones. I didn’t hate it but I’ve read way better thrillers."

jenifer_anne shared a tip "Good characters, good plot, nicely paced. Mentioned mushrooms a lot. I love mushrooms. I love the main characters, Noemí and Francis. Francis made me physically smile and made my heart smile! He deserves the best. Doyle’s are crap, except for Francis. I want to meet Francis and be his best friend basically."

heather_acevez shared a tip "Amazing!!!!!! I've been and lived near the areas of mexico that were referenced and the story has been spectacularly scary and horrifying. This kept me captivated the whole book!!"

samira_anderson_4287 shared a tip "Loved this book through the end. Bizarre and compelling. Wish I could read it again just so I could feel the same scare I did the first time 🖤"

camille_tansi shared a tip "⭐⭐⭐⭐Set in mid 20th century, the lack of modern amenities, and isolation in the countryside of Puebla, adds a creepy note of alrm to the imposing size and decaying state of this ancient mansion. Nothing bad to say about this story. The striking settings and surroundings were half of the narrative, for good reason. The question of "what the heck is going on?" carries the reader along an imaginative tale of unique concepts all the way to the end. Loved everything about it."

kerin_may shared a tip "It was amazing! I normally don't read this genre too much, but I loved this book. I couldn't put it down because all the characters just pulled me and there were so many twists to the story"

rachel_rich_1508 shared a tip "The first 200 pages is kind of a psychological thriller/mystery. The last 100 pages is straight-up horror. Reminded me of #crimsonpeak which is one of my favs."

tania_perez_9538 shared a tip "I didn’t find this book interesting much I love the Mexican historic writing. I am not into gothic books but I thought I’d give it a try. Mrs. Gracias writing is phenomenal but this book just wasn’t for me."

kat_2159 shared a tip "It is so beautiful, it makes you question if it has some supernatural aspects or if it’s just paranoia. It is written very well, it took me a while to get to the point I couldn’t put the book down, but once it happened Mexican Gothic was all I was thinking about."