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Four people try to find proof that a house is haunted

The Haunting of Hill House

by Shirley Jackson

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1959Moderate readSteady pace

What it is about

Dr Montague invites several guests to stay at Hill House to study its reputation. Jackson’s 1959 novel is a landmark of psychological horror, built on the fragility of one young woman.

Who will enjoy it

Readers who enjoy gothic tales and ghost stories, with a dark mood and a steady pace. It is a read that rewards some attention.

Themes: Haunted house · Psychology · Isolation

Screen adaptation

The Haunting (1963) · The Haunting of Hill House (TV, 2018)

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About the author

Shirley Jackson2 books on Tori Books

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