📚 Books to Read After Home Before Dark
Just finished home before dark? Here are 5 magical next reads curated just for you:
📘 The Turn of the Key by Ruth Ware
Rating: 3.97 / 5 (72,894 ratings), Published: 2019
When to read it: When you're in the mood for a gripping thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
In this modern-day homage to the gothic classic, *The Turn of the Screw*, a live-in nanny is drawn into the dark secrets of a luxurious "smart home." With its atmospheric setting and unreliable narrator, this book will captivate you with its twists and turns, making it a perfect choice for fans of haunted house mysteries.
Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Gothic Fiction
After reading: Readers will feel a sense of intrigue and suspense lingering, pondering the blurred lines between reality and illusion long after turning the final page.
📘 The Invited by Jennifer McMahon
Rating: 3.75 / 5 (20,459 ratings), Published: 2019
When to read it: When you're in the mood for a haunting tale that blends elements of supernatural mystery with historical intrigue.
Set in a haunted town, this novel weaves together the story of a couple building their dream home, the mysteries of the past, and the specter of a ghostly legend. McMahon's atmospheric writing creates a chilling ambiance perfect for readers who enjoy exploring the impact of the past on the present.
Genres: Mystery, Ghost Story, Historical Fiction
After reading: Readers will find themselves contemplating the weight of history and the echoes of the past in the choices we make today.
📘 Lock Every Door by Riley Sager
Rating: 4.00 / 5 (87,783 ratings), Published: 2019
When to read it: When you're in the mood for a psychological thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end.
Sager's novel follows Jules, a young woman who takes a housesitting job in Manhattan's most mysterious and glamorous apartment building, only to uncover dark secrets that threaten her sanity. With its tense atmosphere and unexpected twists, this book will appeal to fans of eerie mysteries with a touch of psychological depth.
Genres: Thriller, Mystery, Suspense
After reading: Readers will experience a combination of satisfaction and lingering unease, contemplating the thin line between security and danger in the spaces we inhabit.
📘 The Sun Down Motel by Simone St. James
Rating: 4.04 / 5 (36,982 ratings), Published: 2020
When to read it: When you're craving a chilling ghost story that will transport you to a bygone era.
This eerie tale intertwines the lives of two women: one missing in 1982 and the other investigating her disappearance in 2017, both tied to the mysterious Sun Down Motel. St. James masterfully blends supernatural elements with a gripping mystery, making it a compelling read for fans of atmospheric haunted house stories.
Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Ghost Story
After reading: Readers will be left with a sense of nostalgia for a time they never knew, tinged with a ghostly presence that lingers long after the final page is turned.
📘 The Death of Mrs. Westaway by Ruth Ware
Rating: 3.73 / 5 (119,398 ratings), Published: 2018
When to read it: When you're in the mood for a classic-style mystery with a modern and Gothic twist.
This novel follows Hal, a young woman who mistakenly inherits a substantial fortune from a mysterious family. As she delves into the secrets of her newfound inheritance, she uncovers a web of deception and dark family history. Fans of intricately plotted mysteries with a touch of the macabre will find themselves engrossed in Ware's storytelling prowess.
Genres: Mystery, Gothic Fiction, Suspense
After reading: Readers will find themselves reflecting on the complexities of family ties and the power of the past to shape our present decisions.