We havealways lived in the castle

library binding, 214 pages

English language

Published 1984 by Penguin Books.

ISBN:
978-0-14-007107-8
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OCLC Number:
1088141937

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5 stars (1 review)

Merricat Blackwood lives on the family estate with her sister Constance and her Uncle Julian. Not long ago there were seven Blackwoods—until a fatal dose of arsenic found its way into the sugar bowl one terrible night. Acquitted of the murders, Constance has returned home, where Merricat protects her from the curiosity and hostility of the villagers. Their days pass in happy isolation until cousin Charles appears. Only Merricat can see the danger, and she must act swiftly to keep Constance from his grasp. (back cover)

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This book is sinister and comforting at once, a combination I did not think was possible. Through details, and carefully chosen words, Shirley Jackson injects creepiness into the everyday, and coziness into the darkness. I grew to love the murderer, and will forever be scared of New England's small villages. I must admit that I read this book on a great holiday after a few, long months of hard work. So, the perfect situation to fall in love with a book. That said, I thought it was a little masterpiece.