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The Ancestor

Danielle Trussoni
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The Ancestor

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

Book Brief

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Danielle Trussoni

The Ancestor

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

349

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Gothic Literature

Fantasy

Horror & Suspense
Setting

Alps, Italy • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Ancestor by Danielle Trussoni follows a person named Alberta who inherits a mysterious estate in the Italian Alps. As Alberta delves into her family's history, she uncovers secrets that challenge her understanding of identity and lineage. The novel explores themes of heritage and self-discovery set against a backdrop of gothic suspense.

Mysterious

Dark

Unnerving

Fantastical

Suspenseful

Reviews & Readership

3.7

5,623 ratings

49%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

19%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Ancestor by Danielle Trussoni offers a gothic blend of horror and suspense, set against a richly atmospheric backdrop. Readers praise its intriguing premise and immersive setting. However, some critique the pacing as uneven and the plot as occasionally predictable. Overall, its captivating mystery and evocative prose engage fans of gothic fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Ancestor?

Readers who enjoy The Ancestor by Danielle Trussoni are fans of gothic thrillers with a blend of mystery and the supernatural. Ideal for those who like the eerie atmospheres found in Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier and the genetic mysteries of The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown.

3.7

5,623 ratings

49%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

19%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

349

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Gothic Literature

Fantasy

Horror & Suspense
Setting

Alps, Italy • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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