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The House by the Sea

Louise Douglas
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The House by the Sea

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

Book Brief

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Louise Douglas

The House by the Sea

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

340

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Gothic Literature

Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense
Setting

Italy • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The House by the Sea by Louise Douglas, a grieving woman visits a villa in Sicily, seeking solace after a family tragedy. She encounters an intriguing mystery involving past secrets and must confront her own emotions to heal. Spanning themes of forgiveness and moving forward, the story unfolds in an evocative coastal setting.

Mysterious

Melancholic

Suspenseful

Contemplative

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.2

46,433 ratings

79%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The House by the Sea by Louise Douglas is praised for its atmospheric setting and emotional depth. Readers appreciate the exploration of grief and healing, supported by well-drawn characters. However, some reviewers find the pacing slow and the plot predictable. Overall, it's a compelling read for those who enjoy character-driven stories with a haunting tone.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The House by the Sea?

A reader who enjoys The House by the Sea by Louise Douglas likely appreciates atmospheric mysteries with emotional depth and complex relationships. Fans of Kate Morton's The Forgotten Garden or Elin Hilderbrand's coastal novels might find this book appealing, as it blends gothic suspense with themes of love and redemption.

4.2

46,433 ratings

79%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

340

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Gothic Literature

Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense
Setting

Italy • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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