Horror
4/5⭐️

Pub date- 2/25/25
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•Mina is a children’s psychologist who is drowning in grief from losing her brother. In her grief group, she meets Sam, who is a journalist. Sam is covering a story on a teen girl named Alice, who seems to be possessed- who better to tell if this is all an act or the real deal than a children’s psychologist?


This was horrifying and binge worthy. I truly think it had the potential to be five stars for me, had it not been so all over the place. There was a lot that I had a hard time following but it was just dark and gripping enough to not give up. I found myself truly scared several times. I am so sad this doesn’t come out until February because this is perfect for spooky season. Horror can be very cheesy imo and this was very well balanced. Put this on your 2025 tbr immediately.

Outstanding! The folklore and horror elements are woven seamlessly into the story, creating a chilling backdrop that amplifies the psychological tension. The book’s exploration of superstition and its impact on the characters is both haunting and thought-provoking, making it a standout in the genre with its evocative and memorable storytelling.

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I’ve been wanting to read this one for a while and I finally got access to it on @netgalley so I picked it up immediately. There was a lot happening and it got darker and darker as it went on, to the point that I was gasping. It was witchy, it was creepy, it was possess-y, it was perfect. Do I still have questions about some things? Absolutely - but, I enjoyed this book so much, it gave me heart palpitations. I wish this was coming out prior to February, because this would be perfect for spooky season!

I wanted to like this more than I did. I felt as if the author did a good job on creating a chilling atmosphere and building suspense towards the begging of the book that drew me in, but I felt that towards the middle of the book I lost the desire to continue reading. It became slow and the pace uneven. The narrative of the book was confusing to follow in places as well; and the ending felt jipped. I was expecting something more haunting and exciting.

Something In the Walls by Daisy Pearce presents a chilling premise with plenty of creepy moments that kept me intrigued. The atmosphere and suspense were well-crafted, and I found myself with high hopes as the story unfolded. However, the narrative was a bit difficult to follow at times, which detracted from the overall experience. I wish it had grabbed me more from the beginning, as the pacing felt uneven in parts. Despite these challenges, I’m glad I pushed through to the end, as the story had several redeeming qualities that made it worth finishing. Pearce's ability to create a sense of unease is undeniable, and while it may not have been a perfect read for me, it still offered a solid, spooky experience.

I'd rate it a 3.5 stars...I put 4 here because 3 seemed unfair.

A fine example of modern folk horror with a decidedly feminist bent. The ghost of Shirley Jackson haunts the interaction of the troubled women of a small village with the feckless and dangerous men in their orbits. Highly recommended.

Okay, so there were a few genuinely creepy moments of this book, but the monsters that live in the people we know are the REALLY scary things, as seen in this book. When teenagers and children don't have anywhere to turn to with the horrific events in their lives; or aren't believed; or don't even understand what's happening to them.... strange occurrences seem to develop. I had a feeling I knew what was going on fairly early in the story, but that didn't subtract from the creepy atmosphere of the book in any way. I don't want to say much about this, because it's one of those books that it might be better to go onto somewhat blind- but suffice it to say that I will absolutely be recommending this book and looking out for anything written by Daisy Pearce in the future.

This book caught me from the get-go and held me captive till the end! It was a fun ride.

It is very well written, the characters are believable and their grief is relatable and heart breaking. It has a perfect blend of paranormal, mystery, horror and thriller elements that checks all the boxes for me.

It is almost as though The Turn of the Screw and The Exorcist had a deeply atmospheric little book baby. But, for the love of all that is good in this world, please do not attempt to consume food while reading this.

“Everyone loves a ghost story, don’t they? Everyone loves to look into the darkness.” Well, I can’t speak for everyone (though I try) but _I_ certainly love a good ghost story and I quite enjoyed this little tale.

It’s summer, 1989. No cell phones, Britain is in the middle of a horrible heat wave and Mina Ellis is gearing up for her wedding to scientist, Oscar. She has recently graduated with her master’s in psychology. As a teenager she lost her brother, Eddie, and she has never gotten over it. From time to time she still goes to a grief group and it is there she meets journalist Sam Hunter who has lost his daughter. He also has an interesting proposition for Mina.

The two travel to the small town of Banathel to investigate the case of thirteen year old Alice Webber who claims she is being haunted. The residents of the town are a bit odd. Is something off in Banathel?

This is a type of story you’ve likely read before, but made a bit more interesting in that Mina and Sam both want to prove and disprove the haunting. They are realists, and it’s 1989, but at the same time it would be wonderful to be able to contact Eddie and Maggie in some way. There’s a nice sense of menace throughout this, and Banathel is a town with scars, both literal and figurative. I liked this.