Now stop reading this and go buy it, I promise you wont regret it. That statement resonates with the rest of Ellie's life. What is the house haunted by, if not supernatural beings? It felt long at times there are some vague situations at the beginning and none of the characters come across as likable except Olivia, the Bible loving queer cat which made me wonder if the ride was worth it. We occasionally get a few chapters told from the perspective of Dee, a woman whose younger sister Lulu disappeared when they were little, and Dee suspects Ted was the kidnapper so she moves in next to him in an attempt to revive the cold case. Excerpt| So, where do I even start with this?! Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. But Im sorry to say that as a story, The Last House didnt work for me more than it did. Once I acknowledged this discomfort and moved on, I found I could read my way through this book and enjoy the fact that its an incredibly brilliant story, twisted in such surprising ways that I was always eager to turn the page and find the answers that inevitably eluded me until the very end. Ted is a middle-aged, jobless man who lives by himself in the house he grew up in as a child. The cover definitely screams haunted house and supernatural happenings so Id have been shocked to find out it was about human evil too. By day I'm a content, social media and PR specialist and in my spare time, I'm a book blogger. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. I'm so glad to see another fan of The Last House on Needless Street, though! This plot is so intricate, I cant help but be in awe of the planning it must have required, which is one of the reasons Im so impressed by this book, even if it pushed me to my empathetic edge. I absolutely loved it, but I guess it could be in part that, as the spouse of a system (person with DID), I really appreciate her final notes on DID. And yet they are all lies. What I can say is that The Last House on Needless Street is an incredible character-driven novel. A stolen child. Right away we see that things arent quite right with Ted. Were you surprised when she and Winston did so in the tree house? How do you imagine Ellie felt? Synopsis: A communitys past sins rise to the surface when two women, a generation apart, find themselves bound by tragedy and an unsolved, decades-old mystery. It is forbidden to copy anything for publication elsewhere without written permission from the copyright holder. Learn how your comment data is processed. Firstly, when I started reading The Last House on Needless Street, I expected a bone-chilling horror and prepared myself for some gore. All reviews and site design by Thomas M. Wagner. But even though the journey can be harrowingseriously, this was a book shaped spoon that scooped out my emotions as if they were ice cream; little wonder that its been endorsed by Stephen King amongst others, or that its been selected as one of the titles for the second series of the BBC2 book programme Between the Coversthe story ultimately manages to end on a hopeful note: hope that after survival theres living. Im glad you kept this spoiler-free. But Ted has some endearing qualities as well: he loves animals, especially the wild birds that flock to his garden bird feeders, and of course, his beloved cat Olivia. This is the twist that has largely propelled the novel to popularity, but I felt his childlike and duplicitous portrayal made it difficult to offer the forgiveness that Ward was going for. In this novel, Ward is either so clumsy that all of her intended mysteries are obvious from the get-go, or, as in the case with Dees character, she doesnt misdirect the audience, she simply misleads them. You think youve read this story before. His mother always warned him how dangerous the outside world was, and she wasnt wrong. Language English. In the middle of this now, and Im enjoying myself! He seems to be obsessed with his dead mother, who he refers to as Mommy. Even more unsettling is his relationship with his daughter, Lauren. It appears Dee had some responsibility for the death and disappearance of her sister and the subsequent destruction of her family. And a house cat who loves napping and reading the Bible. Lulu was never found, nor was her body, so to this day her disappearance remains a mystery. Maybe its nothing, or maybe hes visiting his favourite place in the woods. 100-Word (or Less) Synopsis: All is not what it seems on Needless Street. This was my first book of the year but I sadly set it aside because I could tell my brain wasnt in the right mindset for it, but I am so glad you reviewed this book so well and I am excited to pick it up when the mood is right! These little bits of information eventually reveal what actually happenedor do they? When she returned to London she worked on her first novel while writing for a human rights foundation until she left to take an MA in creative writing from the University of East Anglia. Thats where youre wrong. I love surprises like this if theyre handled well:-), Wow, Tammy. Nicely put, I reallllyyyy disliked this novel. Just $45 for 12 months or It doesnt just get under your skin; it embeds itself there like your first blurry green/black tattoo you had a fifteen (just me?). Greg recently postedSunday Post 411, Wow, sounds great. Hes not a complete shut-in. WebSummaries. Join BookBrowse today to start discovering exceptional books! What is the significance of that decision? Some cheap tricks to help spice up a plodding story that mostly amounted to characters sitting and waiting and watching. I really cant say a lot more without giving away major plot secrets, youve got to just enjoy the ride for The Last House On Needless Street, the intrigue is blinding in this one and the ending is nothing short of incredible. If good intentions made for great novels, Id be only too happy to join the chorus of praise. For example, both Brenda and Ellie were raised in the same society, but had very different values and, consequently, led very different lives. I honestly didnt even catch the plot point about the sister because I stopped paying attention during the final act. Click here to receive notifications of An Average Life new posts by email. As soon as you think you have it all figured out, there will be one more twist to keep you gripped. Ive seen this everywhere lately, definitely going to have to pick it up! The story is told from multiple points of view: Ted, Olivia (yes you heard that right, the cat), DeeTeds new neighbour, and Lauren. This has all the staple elements I look for in a horror novel of creepiness, suspense, and well, things that will genuinely freak you out. This is the story of a serial killer. Thats okay. haha sorry Im being so vague. Sadly I am not a fan of this kind of book, horror is not for me, amd psychological horror is definitely not for me, but your review was captivating! He drinks too much, and because Olivia is a god-fearing cat who loves Ted despite her disgust with his bad habits, she stays permanently indoors, only having a few glimpses of a neighborhood cat to look forward to each day. He lives in the last house on Needless Street, right next to the woods. I read one other review of this book and put the audio version on hold. At the end, in chapter 52, Ellie admits that she and Reed may have ended up together in another lifetime. Im not generally someone who reads horror, as I tend to suffer from nightmares, but this review sounds really tempting. And yet some of them ar Read more Community Reviews Summary of 7,367 reviews Moods dark 95% mysterious 81% I love/hate it when authors pulls the rug out from under you and leaving you shocked. And its here that Ward just stops playing fair with her readers. You think youve read this story before. You did such an amazing job to talk about everything without spoilers, lol. A man who drinks alone in front of his TV, trying to ignore the gaps in his memory. She built up the setting well, characters that are relatable, and makes it so once this ride was over, youll be completely blown away once you start to put all the pieces together. Ward takes a well-worn horror device and portrays it in a way thats much more sympathetic, less superficial, but without making it any less scary (because the survival itself and the things survived are pretty horrific). After her earlier novels Rawblood and Little Eve gained wide critical acclaim, can The Last House on Needless Street live up to the hype? It's all just so preposterous. Am I getting too big picture here? But was it really necessary for this totally outside character (who was not another Ted personality) to ALSO bullshit the reader? Article Additionally, two characterizations didn't sit right with me. A stolen child. Big thanks to the publisher for providing a review copy. The fact that Catriona has crafted characters that you can be scared of and feel sorry for at the same time is incredible. He knows this, because he buried them there himself. The final act theres a bait and switch that felt organic and not for shock value. Faking evidence of a crime like that is a pretty dumb cheat for any mystery writer to pull. A missing child. This is one of the books Ive most been looking forward to and your fabulous review has me even more excited! Hes going to struggle massively to live up to what lies between these pages, but I cant wait to hear who they cast. From Teds first person narrative, we get the impression that hes dealing with quite a few issues, although its not clear exactly what those issues are. This isnt a spoiler. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. I'll probably re-read this come October or something. Since finishing it, Ive thought about it every single day. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), THE LAST HOUSE ON NEEDLESS STREET by Catriona Ward Review, I have never seen a real icicle before this winter. You might have a chapter from Olivias point of view and what shes observing from inside the house, and the next chapter might shift to Dee, who is in the house next door, watching the same event unfold. [2] Little Eve also went on to win the prestigious Shirley Jackson Award for best novel. I give The Last House on Needless Street a 4/5 as it is an excellent psychological horror involving murder, serial killers, and survival to the highest degree in a cruel world. The Last House on Needless Street, by Catriona Ward, is the best written book I wish Id never read. Most reviews of The Last House on Needless Street mention that you cant talk about the plot without giving away its secrets. by Catriona Ward. Its a very unique book and one Ill remember for many years to come. Yeah, I thought it was awful, I guessed the big twist about 50 pages in. But I think Ward could have given poor Ted a mother who fit that trope, if thats the trope she really needed to utilize, without going overboard into making the woman into some kind of Resident Evil villain performing devilish medical experiments on missing children. They take no pride or care in themselves, just forcing their way through each day furthering their own agenda. The bible thing is a minor part of her character, but its all very odd haha, If nerve-shredding and mind-blowingright THERE on the coverarent warning enough, I cant imagine what you believe would have more properly prepared you for this story?! Here it does. Naturally we are encouraged to scratch our chins and think Hmm, Lulu Lauren is there a connection?. How does this impact each of them? How do the idea and perception of protest differ in 1965 to the present day? Oct 12, 2021 | Book Reviews, Horror, mystery, Thriller | 12 comments. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. Frustrated with the lack of results from the police, she has zeroed in on Ted as the prime suspect. Olivia sounds like a really interesting point of view, makes me wonder what my cats would say about me Great review! Web162 votes, 71 comments. I can understand why so many readers are praising this book to the skies. This was the first novel Ive ever read by Ward and her style of writing is absolutely fantastic. Finally, this review will not be complete without some mention of the character of Teds late mother. This is probably a story best suited in physical form so you can revisit sections as the mystery unfolds. Growing up in the well-to-do town of Round Hill, North Carolina, Ellie Hockley was raised to be a proper Southern lady. All these things are true. BookBrowse seeks out and recommends the best in contemporary fiction and nonfictionbooks that not only engage and entertain but also deepen our understanding of ourselves and the world around us. Anytime and happy reading! Having never been asked to voice a queer cat, I cant tell you that what he did was wrong, but it also felt like maybe he had never met a cat before. BookBrowse LLC 1997-2023. Is it a thriller mystery along the likes of Blake Crouch, or is that wishful thinking on my part??? Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Now Im more excited than EVER to read this!!! Readalikes| Debjani Ghosh recently postedThe Invitation by Vi Keeland Review, Thanks Debjani, I hope you get the chance to read it, and Ill be curious to hear your thoughts:-), I loved this book and agree with your review. This is a psychological horror story that leads you to believe certain things, but then pulls the rug out from under you late in the story. If you liked this, youll enjoy Behind Her Eyes by Sarah Pinborough. Now on the anniversary of her disappearance, Dee has tracked down a new lead, and that lead just happens to be Ted. An unspeakable secret binds them together, and when a new neighbor moves in next door, what is buried out A thick, quiet woodland where you could hide anything. Revenge. Looks like I have lots more to look forward to! The Last House on Needless Street follows awkward shut-in Ted and his loyal sidekick, Olivia the cat. Something horrible may or may not have happened in Teds past. He was once a suspect in a missing person case involving a little girl named Laura. Its the tragic and often heart-wrenching story of a man living with a profound mental illness, and how this illness forces him to navigate his life. Even when the detective in charge of the case started to give up, Dee kept hunting. // Lets Talk Bookish, Great review Im really looking forward to this one, and so far Ive managed to avoid any spoilers. This adds to the atmosphere of desperation and the knife edge feeling that something explosive could occur at any moment. In her authors note (which, again, dont read before you finish the book as it gives away the major twist) Ward describes it as a story about survival, disguised as a book about horror. This is a pretty good thumbnail description. reviewing fantasy, sci-fi, and romance novels. Paperback: Personally, I had Cameron Britton in my head as Ted. The cat is one of the narrators yes. It was a genuine surprise and just made me love this novel even more, even though I wanted more with the ending, still thought it was an excellent reading adventure. The nitty-gritty: A creepy, disturbing tale perfect for fans of twisty, psychological horror. It really made me a fan of Catriona Ward. WebThe Last House on the Street touches upon several national current events in each timeline, for example: LBJ passing the Voting Rights Act in the 1965 timeline and the Gotta agree with all of this. All Rights Reserved. This is indeed a great weekend read for sure :-). Author Bio, First Published: Dates read: January 27 February 2, 2022. What is the impact of Winston and Ellie falling in love despite Winston's statement that he never "planned on falling in love with a white girl" in chapter 42? He doesnt work and it isnt clear what he does for money, though its mentioned that he has pawned off a lot of old family possessions. A missing child. Catriona Ward was born in Washington, D.C. You think youve read this story before. Weve seen many stories told from an animals POV, but Olivia was something else. Discuss the definition of "family" in the novel. You know from the outset theres a lot more to this than the characters are showing you, but its so carefully written you cant quite figure out what theyre hiding. Known to most as Little Girl with Popsicle, her sister Lulu disappeared and was never seen again. The Last House on Needless Street is an absolute tour de force of a novel. Catriona Ward expects us to swallow all of this with complete credulity. Personally, I was pretty underwhelmed by the final act and the creaky structure of the overall story. For Ellie, her house is a reminder of her tragic loss and familial betrayal. He has a black cat named Olivia who isnt allowed outside the house, and a daughter named Lauren. Oh yes, "Sundial" is on my TBR and I'll get to it soon I'm sure, she's an amazing writer! The Last House on Needless Street follows Ted, who lives with his daughter Lauren and his cat Olivia in an ordinary house at the end of an ordinary street. All storytellers are liars, but Catriona Ward is a particularly good one. And for any reader who still might be slow on the uptake, later on in the book Ward actually has her characters straight up tell us, Gosh, were just like those Russian nesting dolls!. Think Ill pass I much prefer nasty ghosts to nasty people , I prefer nasty ghouls to nasty people any day! This is her first novel with Serpents Tail imprint, Viper Books. And yet some of them are lies. And I am glad you had such a great time with it! Unfortunately I can't read Sundial because I've heard that the plot surrounds animal/dog abuse and I just can't even begin to go there. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. Dees journey was surprisingly nightmarishwe learn she is afraid of snakes for exampleand I thought her character added a nice dimension to the story. Although gothic and dark throughout, theres a surprisingly positive thread that emerges. Synopsis An Indie Next Pick! By using The StoryGraph, you agree to our use of cookies.We use a small number of cookies to provide you with a great experience. Any page references refer to a USA edition of the book, usually the trade paperback version, and may vary in other editions. Posted July 22, 2021 by Tammy in 5 stars, Reviews / 33 Comments, Ive gotta say Im SUPER intrigued by this book after reading your review. EXCLUSIVE: Andy Serkis and Jonathan Cavendish s Imaginarium Productions has optioned film rights to Catriona Ward s upcoming new novel The Last House on Needless Street. Viper will publish in the UK on March 18 and Tor Nightfire will publish in the U.S. in late September. Ward will executive produce alongside the Imaginarium. house on a dead-end street at the edge of the wild Washington woods lives a family of three. as they happened was a truly immersive experience. Now, youve given me a totally different perspective.it almost sounds like this novel is more one of those violent thrillers instead of a horror novel thats designed to be scary, but also makes you laugh nervously because its fun to be scared. Yet, she continued to find others to blame, and in her targeting of Ted, did horrendous things to make him suffer, all to atone for her sins. Then there is Dee, who is also shrouded in mystery. This is a psychological horror story that leads you to believe certain things, but then pulls the rug out from under you late in the story. Not to yuck anyones yum here, but I did not particularly love The Last House on Needless Street. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Which is more important to the Hockley family? In the last house on Needless Street lives Ted, his daughter Lauren and cat Olivia. And an ordinary house at the end of an ordinary street. How does the idea of marriage play into Ellie's idea to wait until marriage to "be intimate" with a man? A fantastic readathon running this year, check it out here:The 2021 SFF Badge Collection, Dramatic, curly-haired wannabe writer from a nowhere town in Somerset. Hasini @ Bibliosini recently postedDoes Having a Positive Message Automatically Make a Book Good? After finishing it, I wouldnt describe it as that; its more of a gothic psychological thriller. Is Brenda lonely in Round Hill despite being surrounded by the people she grew up with? Will stay up far too late to finish a book and can and will talk about them until the cows come home. Catriona Ward is an American and British horror novelist. When hes at home, he enjoys watching monster truck shows, looking after Olivia, and he eagerly anticipates visits from Lauren (whom Olivia hates), even though she tends to misbehave very badly before she goes away. Ted also mentions that sometimes he goes away, and hes not sure what happens when he does. If a book needs every narrator to lie to the reader for the book to work, its possible that maybe the core concept is fundamentally flawed. When Olivia talks about how much she hates the creepy Russian nesting dolls that sit on the mantlepiece, its almost like a Symbolism Siren goes off. I was listening to it on Audible and was struggling hard with it. At this point, Ward asks us to believe a chain of events that are frankly incredible. Glad you loved it as much as I did :-). Its another way to show how unreliable. Olivia is limited by her understanding as a cat and Dee is ruthlessly single-minded, her life essentially halting with her sisters disappearance and the dissolution of her family. Although this book is fiction, the terrible things it describes most certainly do go on in the world, are probably happening as I type this, and that level of awareness began to overwhelm me as I considered the extent of human suffering that others endure. Search: A stolen child. It also made me cry, and I can't say that about too many horror novels. Olivia is such an interesting character. Ted lives alone behind boarded-up windows, hiding from the prying eyes of his neighbours. Dartmoor was the one place the family returned to on a regular basis. Abused as a child, he has turned mostly into a recluse in his With the recent Black Lives Matter protests and other similar movements in the news in the United States, how does this book contribute to the conversation about racial injustice? In the most basic sense, The Last House on Needless Street follows the story of Ted, a lonely man who lives in a boarded up house (on Needless Street, WebI am 66% into The Last House on Needless Street by @Catrionaward & I can honestly say its mind-blowing. This is the story of a serial [5], Ward lives in London and Devon.[6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16]. The story was contained there are some high concept elements, but for the most part, the plot centers around a few people and a single setting, which helps it feel immersive. Beyond the Book| [1] Ward won the August Derleth Award for Best Horror Novel in 2016 at the British Fantasy Awards for Rawblood and again in 2018 for Little Eve, making her the first woman to win the prize twice. , Ha ha you will probably be as surprised as I was if you read it:-). Synopsis This is the story of a serial killer. As I delved deeper into the subconscious of these characters, I found myself horrified by what I found, which is what prompted me to consider abandoning it. Reading Guide| Its like, give me a break! This is where the story begins to go wrong. Its powerful, beautifully designed and comes with everything you need to engage your visitors and increase conversions. And then there is Mommy, Teds mother, a beautiful but slightly sinister figure, who we gather is no longer around but whose presence nevertheless looms over everything like the spider at the heart of a web. I certainly didnt, which I guess makes me the perfect reader! Why do you think Brenda and Ellie had such different views on race? This has been in my list for a while.I just might get it now thanks! Would you look for excuses to extend your solitary visit with this possible pervert child murderer in his own house by asking things like Can I use the bathroom? and Could I have a drink of water? Would you spy on his movements and follow him, all by yourself, when you see him walking into the forest at night with a shovel? All the main characters, besides Dee, are his separate identities. The book is Too much contrivance was required to make the story work. Mothers, either of the abusive or excessively smothering variety, who have left their adult children with a boatload of devastating mental health problems have become one of horror fictions most recycled tropes. Here to talk books, film, mental health and lifestyle. Now she writes novels and short stories, and reviews for various publications. Frustrated with the lack of results from the police, she has zeroed in on Ted as the prime suspect. Priscilla Bettis recently posted3rd Quarter 2021 Writing Goals, This is one book you DONT want to spoil, it was so unique:-). Hi, I'm Tammy, avid reader, book collector & reviewer of quality fantasy, horror & science fiction. BOOM! Was there one perspective that you connected with more than the other? What is the importance of society and "fitting in" for the characters in the 1965 timeline? Often when I see those declarations, my initial thought is marketing malarkey because how many original ideas are there really these days? An ordinary house on an ordinary street becomes a pit of unimaginable darkness in this truly nerve-shattering psychological thriller from the author of Little Eve. Lulus guilt-ridden older sister Dee has been on a mission to find the little girls killer. I just finished reading this and loved it!! This is achieved not through making the language overly simplistic but by highlighting his naivete and inability to express himself or his understanding in a complex way, as youd expect an adult to be able to do, naming people by their physical characteristics, literal and figurative, or by associationsMan with Orange Juice Hair, Chihuahua Lady, Bug-Manfor example. Excellent review. You think you know whats inside the last house on Needless Street. And yet They withhold information from the reader, from each other, and even from themselves, the mutability of memoryespecially in regard to traumabeing a key theme. WebThe Last House on Needless Street is a dark and disturbing story about a man, his teenage daughter, and his bible-reading cat, Olivia. Revenge. Does listening to audiobooks count as reading? However, none of the characters are quite what they appear. Carolyn is a librarian and book addict with an MA in Creative Writing with aspirations to one day be a published author. So its not like she was aware of us in some meta way and had to protest her innocence. Can you describe a situation where this statement resonated with you? Its a form of mental illness that is still not well understood, but has been featured so often as a device in horror stories and thrillers that its more or less become cliche. I have to admit I was confused for quite a long time, but Ward does bury clues within her tale, and astute readersor even readers who are well versed in thrillers. Change). This novel was hard to put down and ended up being an instant page-turner. This helped slowly build the mystery and allow the reader to revisit key points in near real-time. WebIn a boarded-up house on a dead-end street at the edge of the wild Washington woods lives a family of three. What significance does Kayla's house and all of the Shadow Ridge development mean to the town of Round Hill? About a decade before the story opens, Ted was a person of interest in the disappearance of a four-year-old girl named Lulu, who was visiting the nearby lake with her parents and big sister Dee. Yes: 65% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 3%, It's complicated: 59% | No: 25% | Yes: 13%, No: 35% | It's complicated: 32% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 4%, Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 1%. Dee moves into the vacant house next door to Ted and begins to spy on him, convinced that not only was Ted responsible for abducting Lulu, but that Lulu is still alive and being held inside Teds house. A stolen child. That novel, Rawblood (distributed in the United States as The Girl from Rawblood), was published in 2015. So glad you finished it and enjoyed this as well! At times, you find yourself feeling genuinely sorry for Ted, a man who is obviously a threat to the women around him. I spent the rest of the story waiting for what seemed to be obvious to be revealed. How did you feel after you learned of Brenda and Miss Pat's involvement in Winston's death? Ward dips back into the past at times and we learn more about Teds childhood, as well as the events at the lake the day Lulu disappeared. (LogOut/ She really did her research and reached out to those with DID and although it was over the top for entertainment, many parts were quite accurate. The must-read gothic thriller of 2021 from the Shirley Jackson and August Derleth award-winning author of Little Eve and Rawblood. WebSummaries Follow Ted, who lives with his daughter and his cat. And that is the beauty of this storygetting to the truth is a circuitous and uneven path, one I never grew tired of. Book cover artwork is copyrighted by its respective artist and/or publisher. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. For sure, but I think she's going to have a very bright future as a horror writer at the rate she's going. 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