House of the Beast
“As darkly whimsical as the most beloved fairy tales and soaked in gothic atmosphere.” —Ava Reid, #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Study in Drowning Step into the House of the Beast in this dark fantasy debut from The Legend of Korra graphic novel illustrator Michelle Wong, about...
- Pages
- 464
- First published
- January 1, 2025
- Language
- English
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Reviews
Finished July 27, 2025
I dual-read this with the audiobook, and I can't recommend that enough! Jeanne Syquia's narration was incredible. She brought so much emotion and depth to Alma's story, capturing her pain, rage, and resilience. The illustrations in the book were so beautifully done as well! The atmosphere was rich and eerie, and I was immediately drawn in. Alma's desperation and grief were so raw that I couldn't help but stay with her, hoping that she would find a way out. Her sacrifice, which bound her to a terrifying god to try to save her mother, only to end up trapped with her father broke my heart! Aster, the beast she's bound to, is both her protector and the cause for so much more heartbreak. Their connection is intoxicating The immersive worldbuilding was layered and full of unsettling horrors. The divine Houses, the rituals, and the estates all felt fully realized without being overexplained. It added so much depth to the story and made the stakes feel that much heavier. If dark fantasy, gothic vibes, and being emotionally wrecked are your vibe, then this is absolutely worth reading! Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and to Harper Voyager/Harper Audio for providing an ARC for my honest review.
Finished January 9, 2026