Mexican Gothic

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!"

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!"

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."

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! 💕"

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."

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"

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!"

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"

_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."

theveronicareview shared a tip "If you're looking for #gothichorror that sways toward the visceral and distressing, this may be up your alley. Overall, I did like this book. Though my initial reaction to the main explanation/driving force was very mixed, once I looked at it from a literary perspective and let myself get whisked away in the science fiction/magic of it all, I was able to remain immersed and entertained by this story."

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."

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."

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."

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."