ARC Review: We Used to Live Here by Marcus Kliewer

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★★★★★

Thank you to NetGalley, Transworld Publishers, and Bantam for an advance copy of this book prior to its release. This novel had me captivated from the very first page.

Wow, I absolutely loved this book! The vivid descriptions and imagery transported me into Eve’s world, making me forget I was even reading!

This novel is psychological, haunting, and eerie. Throughout the story, I felt tense and unsettled. Kliewer’s ability to create a sinister atmosphere is excellent; I was on edge throughout the book. The narrative switch between present day and documentation was so interesting, building up the tension right to the climax.

I loved Eve’s development throughout the novel and how she gradually grew out of her people-pleasing tendencies. Her relationship with Charlie was beautiful, and they balanced each other out perfectly. By the end of the novel, I found myself, along with Eve, second-guessing everything. Kliewer does an outstanding job of creating doubt in a reader.

While I was left with some unanswered questions, the ambiguity ultimately deepened the impact of the story.

This novel is a must-read for lovers of psychological thrillers; anyone who enjoyed ‘The Haunting of Bly Manor’ will love this book. Furthermore, I’m thrilled for Netflix’s adaptation and cannot wait to watch it!