Gallows Hill
Gallows Hill
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1997
Book Brief
227
Novel • Fiction
Contemporary
1997
YA
12-18 years
900L
Super Short Summary
Gallows Hill by Lois Duncan is a 1997 fantasy thriller novel set in a small rural town, where teenager Sarah Zoltanneis is labeled a witch after becoming involved in supernatural events, mirroring the Salem Witch Trials. As Sarah is increasingly persecuted, she struggles with voices from past witches and seeks to solve their unresolved issues, ultimately finding a way to peace and independence.
Mysterious
Unnerving
Suspenseful
Dark
Reviews & Readership
3,427 ratings
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Review Roundup
Gallows Hill by Lois Duncan captivates with its suspenseful blend of supernatural elements and teenage struggles. Positively, readers appreciate the compelling plot and strong character development. Negatively, some find the pacing uneven and the resolution predictable. Overall, it's a gripping read that mixes high school drama with eerie, thought-provoking themes.
Who Should Read Gallows Hill?
A reader who enjoys Gallows Hill by Lois Duncan would likely be captivated by suspenseful, supernatural thrillers with strong female protagonists. Fans of The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson and The Weird Sisters by Eleanor Brown may find similar elements of eerie tension and compelling character dynamics in this novel.
3,427 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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227
Novel • Fiction
Contemporary
1997
YA
12-18 years
900L
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