This story is also narrated by Olivia and Lauren. Each thinks the other is planning to murder her out there. 2023 One hundred and thirty-two years of editorial freedom. In the dark forest at the end of Needless Street, lies something buried. Redemption links and eBooks cannot be resold. Often books with multiple POVs are confusing, but the authors style of writing made it flow well and easy to read. Please try your request again later. Top subscription boxes right to your door, 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. It's a true nerve-shredder that keeps its mind-blowing secrets to the very end. Little Evewon the Shirley Jackson Award, was aGuardianbest book of 2018 and won the Best Horror Novel at the 2019 British Fantasy Awards. Does this item contain quality or formatting issues? Stories of human cruelty are always horrific, particularly when the perpetrator is trusted even loved by their victim. One of my favourite things in ages. James Smythe, author of The ExplorerIncredible. I was utterly confused from the beginning. And a house cat who loves napping and reading the Bible. Catriona Ward's The Last House on Needless Street, which opens 11 years after a little girl vanishes on a family trip to a lake, comes emblazoned with . The revulsion that dawns on us as we realize what is happening to Ted in this moment is compounded by his youthful, innocent voice. There is a truth we begin to see relatively. A man who drinks alone in front of his TV, trying to ignore the gaps in his memory. Eligible for Return, Refund or Replacement within 30 days of receipt. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. But IT IS PHENOMENAL. Sarah Pinborough, New York Times bestselling author of Behind Her EyesYou dont read The Last House on Needless Streetyou survive it. Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2023. She was born in Kenya, and came with us when we moved to Madagascar, the US, Yemen, Morocco and finally the UK where she passed away peacefully at the age of 19. Its terrifyingly real and physically upsetting, yet, like the best of the genre, it leaves space for hope to ultimately shine through." I read it in one sitting because its so compelling, but the more I got drawn into the mystery of what was happening and the more I found out, the worse I felt. Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2023. Kingfisher, author of The Hollow Places"Ward ably handles the series of nested revelations of the truth about the house's inhabitants and how they connect to Ted's own childhood, all the while maintaining a propulsive, suspenseful tone. Immersive, gripping, and delivering twist after twist: this is the must-read gothic thriller of 2021. Haven't read anything this exciting since. Sorry, there was a problem loading this page. "The Last House on Needless Street" by Catriona Ward is one of those rare novels I read that kept me on the edge of my seat from the moment I started. Put it on the ground right there.I laid her gently on a patch of moss at the foot of the tree. This isnt just a thriller; its a sleek, diabolical, stress-inducing machine. . Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2023. 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And a house cat who loves napping and reading the Bible. Why can the cat talk? Everything from the gripping plot twists that no one sees coming, to the intricacy of the characters that readers are coming to love. You can return the item for any reason in new and unused condition: no shipping charges. "The buzzis real. MEDIA REVIEWS. Was an interesting read ,but at times frustrating ,with all the different characters relating their perception of the same events. Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web. As every other reviewer here will say: it's hard to review this book without spoilers. It is utterly compelling, and it deserves all the praise that it has been getting. Layer after layer after layer and then you're crying and somebody's got a knife. Her debutRawbloodwon Best Horror Novel at the 2016 British Fantasy Awards, and was a WHSmith Fresh Talent title. It exposes our deepest feelings like a raw nerve, like cold air on minty teeth. This book really got under my skin, made me feel uncomfortable and freaked me out. This is weirdly justifying, although I am sorry you had to read an upsetting book. The 4 narrators were each individually interesting- the red haired fat alcoholic man whose house is all boarded up with just peep holes cut into the plywood; his young daughter that cant leave the house and is prone to fits of anger; his religious cat that reads the Bible; and the older sister of a missing young girl. Ted draws strength from it, but to Dee the forest is full of the sliding passage of snakes. As with everything in this novel, it is a matter of perspective. Ted is an odd sort of a fellow. The 4 narrators were each individually interesting- the red haired fat alcoholic man whose house is all boarded up with just peep holes cut into the plywood; his young daughter that cant leave the house and is prone to fits of anger; his religious cat that reads the Bible; and the older sister of a missing young girl. You will thank me in the end. I could hardly bear to let go of her, even for a moment.Now, back to the car. Book Reporter. A brutal, twisty, puzzle box of a book. GizmoBasil Mon 05-Apr-21 15:11:39. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 18, 2021. , Language It sounds trite but this is story-telling at it's finest. Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them. Summaries (1) Summaries Follow Ted, who lives with his daughter and his cat. Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2022. It is utterly compelling, and it deserves all the praise that it has been getting. 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She studied English at the University of Oxford, and later, completed a Creative Writing Masters at the University of East Anglia. Especially the cover artwork. Just when you think youve figured out what is really going on, youll probably realize you were wrong." Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations. Somehow the ending is peaceful and happy, which isnt cheesy in this case because everyone in the novel has endured such hardship that a peaceful ending is the least they all deserve. , ISBN-13 Its very much a puzzle narrative, and structured as one. Yes, I whispered. Bravo. Joanne Harris, New York Times bestselling author of The Gospel of Loki"The new face of literary dark fiction." Change). Sarah Langan, Bram Stoker Award-winning author of Good NeighborsThis book was like an onion. Stop reading this blurb already and open the damn book." save . I spent most of my childhood reading so we spent a lot of time together. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we dont use a simple average. Ward wrote in her afterword that she did a lot of research on DID and had long conversations with people who live with trauma-induced DID. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. And a house cat who loves napping and reading the Bible. Dee sees her sister everywhere, alive and dead: She kneels and comes face to face with it, the child, its silver white flesh dappled in the moonlight, its mouth a black cherry, eyes gleaming like lamps, filled with the light of death, scalp stripped and wounded, where the birds have plucked the hair from her skull.Come in, Dee whispers and puts out her hand.. Layer after layer after layer and then you're crying and somebody's got a knife. The person with mental illness is not vilified, and neither is the condition itself; as a careful reader, I was left with no negative feelings about DID or the character who has it in the novel. This has all the staple elements I look for in a horror novel of creepiness, suspense, and well, things that will genuinely freak you out. 'The Last House on Needless Street' (Viper Books, Tor Nightfire) was a Times Book of the Month, Observer Book of the Month, March Editor's Pick on Open Book, a Between the Covers BBC2 book club selection, a Times bestseller, and is being developed for film by Andy Serkis's production company, The Imaginarium. , is real. Once Id read the book, I returned to several sections and appreciated them even more in the light of my new understanding. It's what attracted me to this book as first. I hadn`t read anything about this book prior, just jumped straight in. This isnt just a thriller; its a sleek, diabolical, stress-inducing machine. Jonathan Janz, author of The Siren and the SpecterIncredible. At first, I found the structure fragmented my understanding of exactly what was happening, but this mirrors the characters lives: theres no omniscient narrator, no one person who guides the reader through. Unable to add item to List. Ward expertly uses the horror concept of the fantastic, which describes the state of teetering between believing alternatively in a supernatural or a psychological explanation for events. This is an honest and voluntary review. Was an interesting read ,but at times frustrating ,with all the different characters relating their perception of the same events. , Enhanced typesetting Funny that I justified your hunch so immediately! I stayed up late to finish it and then I didnt want to go to sleep. It is only outside the last house on Needless Street that Ted finds occasional respite. She read English at St Edmund Hall, Oxford and is a graduate of the Creative Writing MA at the University of East Anglia. Both novels are critical darlings & both are horror-adjacent . If youre reviewing a book you might also tell how the book makes you feel and something it makes you think about, as its fun to explore the perspective of someone else and think more about what other people are like and why they make the kinds of choices they do. The book failed to grab my attention , and after reading the first 50 or so pages I have put it aside. Terrifying. Let me in, Catherine pleads. Ted calls Lulu the Little Girl With Popsicle and cant forget the anniversary of her abduction, as even eleven years after Lulus disappearance, hes a suspect or feels like one. , Language Breathtaking. : In a boarded-up house on a dead-end street at the edge of the wild Washington woods lives a family of three. , X-Ray I just love how this book was written. These ebooks can only be redeemed by recipients in the US. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 25, 2021. The New York Times"The most powerful narratives in the genre manage to create an unshakable sense of unease, and that's exactly what this novel does a must-read for those who like the kind of labyrinthine narratives that pull the rug out from under you, sending you tumbling into a dark, dark room." Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Get our latest storiesin the feed of your favorite networks. : , Word Wise She lives in London and Devon. Read all Writer Catriona Ward (based on a book by) , Hardcover I made the choice to read this book, partly because someone whose taste I trust had read about it, thought it sounded interesting, and gave it to me. Yeah, the mom buried Lulu in the neighbor's yard when the neighbor went on vacation. The characters were well developed and the storyline kept me eagerly turning the pages. This item can be returned in its original condition for a full refund or replacement within 30 days of receipt. It is horror that is about fear and love and death and survival. No ghost walks under the spreading trees. Summaries. We won't share your data with anyone else. A . One of the most powerful and well-executed novels I've read in years." Something we hope you'll especially enjoy: FBA items qualify for FREE Shipping and Amazon Prime. But this.this is a whole new level. I nodded. It is nightmare fuel. : Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. Growing up, Stephen King was my gateway to horror. Said Ward: From the very first, I was bowled over by the Imaginarium team their passion, their dedication and thoughtful approach to this book. Please read our privacy notice before signing up. Find your next must-read with the Serpents Tail newsletter and discover gripping crime and mystery from Viper Books. : See production, box office & company info. She abuses him by performing unnecessary and painful medical procedures, during which he is not allowed to make any noise or move at all. Amazon.com: The Last House on Needless Street: 9781250812629: Ward, Catriona: Books Books Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Thrillers & Suspense Buy new: $20.65 List Price: $28.99 Details Save: $8.34 (29%) Get Fast, Free Shipping with Amazon Prime FREE Returns FREE delivery Wednesday, March 8 if you spend $25 on items shipped by Amazon Its a weird book. An Indie Next Pick! Viper will publish in the UK on March 18 and Tor Nightfire will publish in the U.S. in late September. She practically floated down the aisle and when she reached . Death. STARRED reviews from Library Journal and Publishers Weekly!Named one of the "50 Best Horror Books of All Time" by Esquire! I want you to feel the power of it, she said. I didn't give it 5 starts because I was lost, at times, in the tracking of the story, 4.5. I highly recommend this book. I highly recommend this book. Amazon.com: The Last House on Needless Street (Audible Audio Edition): Catriona Ward, Christopher Ragland, Macmillan Audio: Audible Books & Originals Books Literature & Fiction Genre Fiction Horror Audiobook $0.00 Free with your Audible trial Listening Length 12 hours Author Catriona Ward Narrator Christopher Ragland Audible release date And an ordinary house at the end of an ordinary street. ", is a shocking and immersive read perfect for fans of, FREE Shipping on orders over $25 shipped by Amazon. Please try again. "The buzzis real. Expectation: A page-turning supernatural thriller. Alex North, author of The Whisper ManAbsolutely brilliant. Why did you decide to write a modern gothic thriller? Tell me the truth, she said.My throat felt like it was full of knives. : Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 19, 2021. So much so that I believe I won't truly appreciate each and every word until I read it a second time to appreciate the author's character building from a new perspective. I enjoyed learning Teds story bit by bit. Ward won the August Derleth Award for Best Horror Novel for her debut, , making her the first woman to win the prize twice. This is extraordinary, high-wire-act horror, audacious as hell. Christopher Golden, New York Times bestselling author of Red Hands"Dark and creepy, sad and wonderfully strange. Learn more. I do.You know the little girl at the hospital, who has cancer? I stayed up way past my bedtime. In a boarded-up house on a dead-end street at the edge of the wild Washington woods lives a family of three. : Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. A man recalls a small village and the strange experience he had in a small village that led to the end of his relationship. The Last House on Needless Street is more accurately comparable to 2016's surprise hit I'm Thinking of Ending Things by Ian Reid. 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 her younger sister in an abduction years ago. :