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Mexican Gothic

After receiving a frantic letter from her newly-wed cousin begging for someone to save her from a mysterious doom, Noemí Taboada heads to High Place, a distant house in the Mexican countryside. She’s not sure what she will find—her cousin’s husband, a handsome Englishman, is a stranger, and Noemí knows little about the region. Noemí, mesmerized by ...show more

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352 pages

Average rating: 6.85

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Anonymous
Mar 23, 2024
6/10 stars
I'm writing a review like 20 days after i actually finished this book, but that's okay.

It seems like most people found that this book dragged in the first part, but I actually had the opposite reaction. I loved the first part of this book. The spooky atmosphere and the vibes that the author evoked were perfect, just like my favorite parts of Rebecca (and other gothic home novels). I was kept on the edge of my seat and wanted to know where this w...read more
hideTurtle
Mar 14, 2024
7/10 stars
In response to a distressed letter, Noemi arrives at High Place to check on her favourite cousin Catalina, who has recently married into the Doyle family, a family of privilege from England settled in rural Mexico. After a time, it becomes clear that something is preventing Catalina from leaving of her own free will. Determined to rescue her cousin, Noemi struggles to resist succumbing to the strange power that the Doyles and the house itself a...read more
BRT_KK
Mar 02, 2024
8/10 stars
I loved this book, be sure to look up the playlist to read along with!
ili.kal
Feb 25, 2024
8/10 stars
I’m so glad I picked up this one! A hauntingly atmospheric novel that masterfully blends elements of horror, mystery, and gothic literature. Set in 1950s Mexico, the story follows socialite Noemí Taboada as she investigates eerie occurrences at a remote estate. Moreno-Garcia crafts a gripping narrative filled with rich cultural details, complex characters, and chilling twists that keep you on the edge of your seat. With its evocative prose and sp...read more
Lissa Fraser
Jan 29, 2024
8/10 stars
I was so surprised how much I loved this book.i don't usually like spooky books. However this one really caught my attention.It was an amazingly well written book. I can't say that I loved any of these characters. However, I did want to see some of them to be set free.I see myself reading more of this authors work.

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