The Children on the Hill
The Children on the Hill
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Vermont • 1970s
2022
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Children on the Hill by Jennifer McMahon is a suspenseful novel that intertwines the stories of two siblings living with their grandmother, Dr. Hildreth, in 1978 and a present-day tale of a woman investigating her family's dark history. Inspired by Mary Shelley's classic, the narrative explores themes of memory and identity.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Children on the Hill by Jennifer McMahon blends horror, psychological thriller, and family drama, weaving a suspenseful narrative praised for its eerie atmosphere and unexpected twists. Some readers found character development lacking, though the chilling storyline and creative structure kept many engaged throughout. Ideal for fans of dark, twisty tales.
Who Should Read The Children on the Hill?
Fans of suspenseful psychological thrillers and eerie, character-driven mysteries will be captivated by Jennifer McMahon's The Children on the Hill. Readers who enjoyed The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides or The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson will find similar dark, atmospheric intrigue.
34,156 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Vermont • 1970s
2022
Adult
18+ years
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