49 pages • 1 hour read
T. KingfisherA House With Good Bones
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In T. Kingfisher's fantasy-horror novel A House with Good Bones, Sam Montgomery returns to her family home and becomes concerned about her mother's unusual behavior, eventually discovering that her grandmother's malevolent spirit haunts the rose bushes and influences their lives. The novel deals with themes of family trauma and the intersection of science and magic. The book includes mentions of emotional abuse, mental illness, and anti-fat bias.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
T. Kingfisher's A House With Good Bones is praised for its engaging storytelling, vibrant characters, and blend of horror with humor. Readers appreciate the atmospheric setting and clever twists. Criticisms include occasional pacing issues and predictability in parts of the plot, but overall, it's considered a compelling and entertaining read.
Who Should Read A House With Good Bones?
A reader who would enjoy A House With Good Bones by T. Kingfisher is likely fond of gothic horror with a touch of humor and family mystery. Fans of Shirley Jackson’s The Haunting of Hill House or Neil Gaiman's Coraline would appreciate Kingfisher's blend of eerie and quirky elements. Perfect for those who relish dark, atmospheric tales with intriguing twists.