“The House in the Pines” by Ana Reyes
Published by Dutton
Finished 1/9/23 – 3/5 stars
As an author’s debut novel, I think she did a pretty good
job. I just don’t think it’s worth all
the hype it’s getting due to Reese Whitherspoon and her team choosing it for
their bookclub pick. I think the premise
of the story is good but the ending was pretty lackluster. You do have to pay attention while reading
though because it flips between two different times, 7 years apart. You may start a chapter thinking you’re
reading about the current year but then a couple paragraphs in realize it’s
actually the past (and vice versa). The
author also keeps you on your toes of not being quite sure if the main
character is alcohol impaired, having drug withdrawal symptoms, or having a psychotic
episode. All are possible explanations
for the thoughts going through her head.
Whereas I didn’t fall in love with this book, I do see
promise in the author and look forward to reading her next book.
Thank you to NetGalley and Dutton for gifting me with an
advanced copy to read and review (if I choose to).
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