Review
An e-copy of the book has been provided by the publisher, Penguin Random House International, in exchange for an honest review.
The 12 Dancing Princesses waltz themselves in a dark and gruesome twist with ‘House of Salt and Sorrows’. Something to take note is that there are a few trigger warnings in this novel. Most are of the typical horror story design—gore, ghosts, etc.
This riveting retelling follows Annaleigh Thaumas and her family after their mother’s death upon giving birth to her last daughter. A series of death succeeds this unfortunate event. Annaleigh thinking something was amiss in one of her sisters death vowed to search for the truth.
In and of itself, the story evokes a strong sense of intrigue. The surrounding mystery of the family’s death entices readers to continuously flip the pages of the book. Its strong points lie on the layout of the story’s questions. They provide readers a sense of purpose in trying to discover the secrets the book holds.
As much as this book is entertaining, its backbone is flimsy. The upfront foundation of the story does not seem strong enough to support the entire storyline regardless of the unraveling towards the end of the book. Albeit understandable in progression, the romance present is dense and the pacing of the story can be stuffy.
Looking to read something spooky? ‘House of Salt and Sorrows’ is an eerie spine-chilling story that will keep you up at night.
About the Author
New York Times bestselling author Erin A. Craig has always loved telling stories.
After getting her B.F.A. from the University of Michigan, in Theatre Design and Production, she stage managed tragic operas with hunchbacks, séances, and murderous clowns, then decided she wanted to write books that were just as spooky.
An avid reader, decent embroiderer, rabid basketball fan, and collector of typewriters, Erin makes her home in West Michigan with her husband and daughter.
She is represented by Sarah Landis at Sterling Lord Literistic.
