And what exactly is Ted burying when he goes into the woods at night? What significance does the Hockley house have in the town of Round Hill? And then there is Mommy, Teds mother, a beautiful but slightly sinister figure, who we gather is no longer around but whose presence nevertheless looms over everything like the spider at the heart of a web. Were you surprised when she and Winston did so in the tree house? Teds infrequent trips to the bug doctor give us a little extra insight into his personality and a few ideas of important events. If youve read the novel, you understand that mental illness is the central plot. Debjani Ghosh recently postedThe Invitation by Vi Keeland Review, Thanks Debjani, I hope you get the chance to read it, and Ill be curious to hear your thoughts:-), I loved this book and agree with your review. WebThe last book I can think of that I finished (that probably wasnt worth the effort of finishing) was The Last House on Needless Street. He has only his cat Olivia for company, and he rarely leaves the house. Book Review: The Last House on the Street. Ask yourself: if you, as a young woman all alone, were convinced that a specific man was responsible for the abduction and murder of your sibling, would you move into the house next door to him? What does it represent in each timeline? This helped slowly build the mystery and allow the reader to revisit key points in near real-time. Murder. [2] Little Eve also went on to win the prestigious Shirley Jackson Award for best novel. This is the story of a serial killer. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Olivia is in love with an outdoor cat that strolls by the window peephole, and she has an odd relationship with another cat named Night-time. He does go out, though these excursions usually result in awkward and unpleasant encounters, to put it mildly. All rights reserved. If good intentions made for great novels, Id be only too happy to join the chorus of praise. Ted frequently loses time, and what appear to be occasional inconsistencies and contradictions between the different narrators may frustrate at first, but gradually the clues begin to emerge and the puzzle pieces fall into place, revealing a chilling picture. If you read it for its mood, for its sense of dread, if you enjoy being surprised and you dont care to think too closely about the choices the writer is making and why theyre making them, then yes, The Last House on Needless Street is a novel that can have a profound emotional impact. All these things are true. A stolen child. Don't miss a beat! From the ramshackle houses to the disappearing children, theres something nefarious at I strongly agree that the sister should have been a reliable narrator. Murder. When hes at home, he enjoys watching monster truck shows, looking after Olivia, and he eagerly anticipates visits from Lauren (whom Olivia hates), even though she tends to misbehave very badly before she goes away. Ted also mentions that sometimes he goes away, and hes not sure what happens when he does. Im super excited by the news that Andy Serkis production company has optioned the film rights to this because itll be a whole new way to enjoy this story. Experience is not what happens to you; it's what you do with what happens to you. Honestly, by the time the story reaches these revelations, were so far away from relatable reality that its practically parody. I love when I can read a book and I truly not know the direction that it will take. In chapter 21, Kayla finds a letter that her father, Reed, wrote to Jackson, describing their new house as "haunted." Just $45 for 12 months or If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Language English. You think youve read this story before. In a boarded-up house on a dead-end street at the edge of the wild Washington woods lives a family of three. Imagine my surprise, then, when I finished Catriona Wards twisty and twisted novel and became a believer. But its not what you think. All storytellers are liars, but Catriona Ward is a particularly good one. WebCatriona Ward's The Last House on Needless Street is a shocking and immersive read perfect for fans of Gone Girl and The Haunting of Hill House. I dont normally read horror but this is pretty irresistible, especially getting Olivias POV. Honestly, I cant stop thinking about it since it forced me to reassess almost the whole book. Most reviews of The Last House on Needless Street mention that you cant talk about the plot without giving away its secrets. In a boarded-up house on a dead-end street at the edge of the wild Washington woods lives a family of three. A teenage girl who isnt allowed outside, not after last time. A man who drinks alone in front of his TV, trying to ignore the gaps in his memory. And a house cat who loves napping and reading the Bible. So basically, in the first fifty pages or so. I didnt care for it either. What is the role of music for the civil rights activists? What significance does Kayla's house and all of the Shadow Ridge development mean to the town of Round Hill? The other device the author uses is that she shows the same events from two different perspectives. I couldnt put it down! This is one of my favorite story devices and it works so well here. Kayla and Ellie both suffer the loss of the man they love. LoL I understand and yeah, I can see what you mean as I also wanted more from the ending, but either way, her writing style and pacing were top-notch. You'll have to update us on if Sundial is as good! Unfortunately I can't read Sundial because I've heard that the plot surrounds animal/dog abuse and I just can't even begin to go there. A stolen child. This is where the story begins to go wrong. How does this influence the relationship they're able to create? That part was WAY too much. My hold for this book just came in yesterday! Dee has never been the same since her sister went missing on a family holiday. Im glad you kept this spoiler-free. In the dark forest at the end of Needless Street, lies something buried. For both characters, their house represents their grief. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. Buy This Book. Ted is a middle-aged, jobless man who lives by himself in the house he grew up in as a child. Reading Guide| (LogOut/ I found the sister story confusing and unnecessary and, like you, felt it was contrived having that whole set-up be a lie to begin with. Known to most as Little Girl with Popsicle, her sister Lulu disappeared and was never seen again. [3] Her next gothic thriller, The Last House on Needless Street, was published through Viper Books (an imprint of Serpent's Tail) in March 2021, and Tor Nightfire (Tor Books) in the US, in September 2021. Often when I see those declarations, my initial thought is marketing malarkey because how many original ideas are there really these days? Here to talk books, film, mental health and lifestyle. 100-Word (or Less) Synopsis: All is not what it seems on Needless Street. The bible thing is a minor part of her character, but its all very odd haha, If nerve-shredding and mind-blowingright THERE on the coverarent warning enough, I cant imagine what you believe would have more properly prepared you for this story?! Press J to jump to the feed. $15 for 3 months. Since this is one I will obviously not be reading, LOL, can you tell me does that poor cat get a Happy Ending? This House may look good on the outside, but inside, its a real fixer-upper. I loved the tone of voice Ward created for her, its exactly the kind of aloof, narcissistic and skittish attitude youd expect from a cat if it could talk! However, Catriona Ward has penned something really unique here that booksellers will struggle to find a genre to shelve it under. I was really disappointed in it. This is achieved not through making the language overly simplistic but by highlighting his naivete and inability to express himself or his understanding in a complex way, as youd expect an adult to be able to do, naming people by their physical characteristics, literal and figurative, or by associationsMan with Orange Juice Hair, Chihuahua Lady, Bug-Manfor example. Publisher Profile Books Ltd. Imprint Viper. Too much contrivance was required to make the story work. The characters yes, a talking cat is one of the primary narrators. Can you describe a situation where this statement resonated with you? Revenge. Nicely put, I reallllyyyy disliked this novel. By using The StoryGraph, you agree to our use of cookies.We use a small number of cookies to provide you with a great experience. Here to talk books, film, mental health and lifestyle. Author Discuss what that means in the context of this story. Hasini @ Bibliosini recently postedDoes Having a Positive Message Automatically Make a Book Good? Get in touch with me at [email protected]. I certainly didnt, which I guess makes me the perfect reader! Additionally, two characterizations didn't sit right with me. And yet some of them are lies. Stop-starter of all projects great and small. Discuss the effect of bias in the SCOPE program. After finishing it, I wouldnt describe it as that; its more of a gothic psychological thriller. Recommended For: Fans of Paul Tremblays A Head Full of Ghosts or similar all-is-not-what-it-seems stories. To say she has mad skills is a massive underestimation here. Author Bio, First Published: You may think youve read this story before, but its not what you think Catriona Ward is no stranger to gothic fiction. Firstly, when I started reading The Last House on Needless Street, I expected a bone-chilling horror and prepared myself for some gore. Think Ill pass I much prefer nasty ghosts to nasty people , I prefer nasty ghouls to nasty people any day! The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward will undoubtedly be on my top 10 book list of 2021. Broadly, the novel follows Ted, a man living alone in his mid-30s, his daughter Lauren, his lesbian Bible-reading cat Olivia and a woman named Dee who lost Weve seen many stories told from an animals POV, but Olivia was something else. awesome review, Tammy. An exquisitely rendered portrait of a unique father-daughter relationship and a moving memoir of family and identity. This is a psychological horror story that leads you to believe certain things, but then pulls the rug out from under you late in the story. All these things are true. In the dark of the forest, among the white birch trees, something lies buried. Which characters do you think are most impacted by loneliness? His only companion is a cat named Olivia, who has her own chapters in which she is the first-person viewpoint narrator, suggesting that Olivia is either a very special cat indeed or maybe not a cat at all. Catriona Wards The Last House on Needless Street arrived in 2021 riding a wave of pre-release hype the likes of which I dont think Ive seen since Justin Cronin released The Passage ten years ago. He drinks too much, and because Olivia is a god-fearing cat who loves Ted despite her disgust with his bad habits, she stays permanently indoors, only having a few glimpses of a neighborhood cat to look forward to each day. 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