Jan 2023, 368 pages, Book Reviewed by:Jane McCormack The Last House On Needless Street is available from Amazon, Book Depository, and other good book retailers, like your local bookstore. And an ordinary house at the end of an ordinary street. Revenge. Personally, I was pretty underwhelmed by the final act and the creaky structure of the overall story. Discuss what that means in the context of this story. All Rights Reserved. [5], Ward lives in London and Devon.[6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16]. I am excited for this one, also. I just finished it and felt like starting it all over again so I could read it with a more complete understanding of how it all fits together. I certainly didnt, which I guess makes me the perfect reader! How do you imagine Ellie felt? 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. The main story takes place eleven years after a six-year old girl named Lulu went missing down by the lake. He doesnt have too many opportunities to be social, but he has learned to adapt to certain social cues. This House may look good on the outside, but inside, its a real fixer-upper. 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. This is the story of Ted, who lives with his daughter Lauren and his cat Olivia in an ordinary house at the end of an ordinary street. If good intentions made for great novels, Id be only too happy to join the chorus of praise. This is a fabulous review! Being able to read the same situations play out from the perspective of other characters and even cats (yes, cats!) After finishing it, I wouldnt describe it as that; its more of a gothic psychological thriller. And there are even more mysteries to solve: who exactly is the Chihuahua Lady and how is she involved in all this? This is her first novel with Serpents Tail imprint, Viper Books. Buy This Book. This isnt anything like Blake Crouch, sorry to say, but you wont be disappointed:-), Okay I need this now! For example, Reverend Filburn and the Northern students did not initially welcome Ellie because she was from the South, and the people in Round Hill opposed the SCOPE program because "Yankee" outsiders were coming in to "tell us how we should be runnin' things," as Buddy says in chapter 6. Weve seen many stories told from an animals POV, but Olivia was something else. Revenge. Will stay up far too late to finish a book and can and will talk about them until the cows come home. 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!. And, read at a superficial level, this novel brings us to the brink of despair and back to the promise of hope quite effectively. All these things are true. Hes boarded up all his windows and can only see outside through the small peepholes hes drilled into the boards. An At last, she has the address of the man who was originally suspected of her abduction. 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, Wow, that's so awesome to hear you loved it this much and for sure, it's definitely re-readable! As soon as you think you have it all figured out, there will be one more twist to keep you gripped. Big thanks to the publisher for providing a review copy. Known to most as Little Girl with Popsicle, her sister Lulu disappeared and was never seen again. The ending was alright and even though I wanted a bit more, I'm looking forward to reading her next novel, "Sundial" by the end of March :-). Revenge. This is the story of a serial killer. Why or why not? awesome review, Tammy. Zeen is a next generation WordPress theme. Well I found it difficult to read because ultimately its about child abuse and neglect, and I found that difficult to stomach. Hes not a complete shut-in. The reveal at the end was sort of mind-blowing, and I loved the authors Afterword where she gives some background on how the story came to be. If you liked this, youll enjoy Behind Her Eyes by Sarah Pinborough. 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. A teenage girl who isnt allowed outside, not after last time. A thick, quiet woodland where you could hide anything. Switching between POVs, Needless Street is the tale of Ted- a reclusive drunk, his cat Olivia, daughter Lauren and Dee- a woman in search of her missing sister Lulu. 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. 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. Who needs the real world? 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?! All storytellers are liars, but Catriona Ward is a particularly good one. View all posts by Roxanne Michelle. Its powerful, beautifully designed and comes with everything you need to engage your visitors and increase conversions. Enter your email address to receive notifications of new posts by email. I love/hate it when authors pulls the rug out from under you and leaving you shocked. Hell close his eyes in one place and wake up in another. 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. Abused as a child, he has turned mostly into a recluse in his Lulus older sister Dee is still upset by her sisters disappearance and has continued to search for clues on her own, even after the authorities gave up. By day I'm a content, social media and PR specialist and in my spare time, I'm a book blogger. But its not what you think. He lives in the last house on Needless Street, right next to the woods. 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. Please be aware that this discussion guide will contain spoilers! // Lets Talk Bookish. As you can probably tell from the lack of plot details, Im doing all I can to avoid spoilers. WebI am 66% into The Last House on Needless Street by @Catrionaward & I can honestly say its mind-blowing. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Language English. Search String: Summary| Oct 12, 2021 | Book Reviews, Horror, mystery, Thriller | 12 comments. Learn how your comment data is processed. Stephen KingCatriona Ward's The Last House on Needless Street is a shocking and immersive read perfect for fans of Gone Girl and The Haunting of Hill House.The new face of literary dark fiction. Sarah Pinborough, New York Times 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. 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. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. All these things are true. Discuss the definition of "family" in the novel. Learn how your comment data is processed. Its a difficult book to review however, as the less you know about the plot going in, the better (though the title reminds me of the house on Neibolt street from IT, its not a spoiler for me to say that there arent any clowns hanging around in storm drains), but Ill do my best. Olivia is such an interesting character. When you tell someone about a book youre reading you dont Im intrigued by your description of her as Bible-reading! Death. Since then, an invisible bond has connected them. Dramatic, curly-haired wannabe writer from a nowhere town in Somerset. 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. Recommended For: Fans of Paul Tremblays A Head Full of Ghosts or similar all-is-not-what-it-seems stories. Even her plot twists have plot twists. Ted and Olivia live mostly in the dark because hes boarded up the windows with plywood. Title Why do you think Brenda and Ellie had such different views on race? Stop-starter of all projects great and small. There were moments when I thought continuity mistakes had been made (I have a proof copy so it can happen) but trust me when I say that nothing in this book is a mistake. I love when I can read a book and I truly not know the direction that it will take. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. I loved this, it was so unusual and I couldnt put it down. It all just struck me as so much unnecessary red herring. Its a very unique book and one Ill remember for many years to come. Death. At the half way point I couldn't justify spending any more time with it and refunded it. Don't miss a beat! Lynn . the characters are, since they never seem to agree on what they see or experience. A Book Blog for Speculative Fiction, Graphic Novels and more! Now, lets talk about the characters and the big reveal. Reading Guide| Stephanie @ Bookfever recently postedCant-Wait Wednesday: A Small Hotel by Suanne Laqueur, I really thought the whole pull the rug out from under you was well done. Please dont ask me how because that would involve at least a hundred spoilers. What role does guilt play in the narrative? What does it mean for the future of both characters? Another fabulous review, Tammy! Who killed Teds songbirds? The must-read gothic thriller of 2021 from the Shirley Jackson and August Derleth award-winning author of Little Eve and Rawblood. 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. 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. Honestly, I cant stop thinking about it since it forced me to reassess almost the whole book. This is probably a story best suited in physical form so you can revisit sections as the mystery unfolds. Not to yuck anyones yum here, but I did not particularly love The Last House on Needless Street. It is central to the appeal of a mystery, being led down blind alleys in the hope that youre a clever enough detective to piece together the puzzle. 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. Cant-Wait Wednesday: A Small Hotel by Suanne Laqueur, Does Having a Positive Message Automatically Make a Book Good? // Lets Talk Bookish, Great review Im really looking forward to this one, and so far Ive managed to avoid any spoilers. A stolen child. For both characters, their house represents their grief. Faking evidence of a crime like that is a pretty dumb cheat for any mystery writer to pull. Sign up to get the download as well as an email sent once a month with links to my latest reviews, information on my online book club, and other bookish announcements. However, intrinsically, The Last House on Needless Street is a tale of survival. And that is the beauty of this storygetting to the truth is a circuitous and uneven path, one I never grew tired of. Like I could handle the Ted/Lauren/Olivia twist because they would conceivably be so fucked up they are actually be narrating as honestly as they are able. Its like, give me a break! You may think youve read this story before, but its not what you think Catriona Ward is no stranger to gothic fiction. Now stop reading this and go buy it, I promise you wont regret it. This adds to the atmosphere of desperation and the knife edge feeling that something explosive could occur at any moment. The main story takes place eleven years after a six-year old girl named Lulu went missing down by the lake. A LibraryReads Top 10 Pick! Maybe its nothing, or maybe hes visiting his favourite place in the woods. This is one of my favorite story devices and it works so well here. Even when the detective in charge of the case started to give up, Dee kept hunting. And yet some of them ar Read more Community Reviews Summary of 7,367 reviews Moods dark 95% mysterious 81% Thanks Sarah! I have been meaning to get this book for ages. Im super excited by the news that Andy Serkis production company has optioned the film rights to this because itll be a whole new way to enjoy this story. This character 360 comes across as a master stroke of creativity by Ward. Catriona Ward was born in Washington, D.C. This was the first novel Ive ever read by Ward and her style of writing is absolutely fantastic. When we then switch into kitten Olivias viewpoint its a jarring change. It doesnt help that Ward has a tendency to be very ham-fisted with her symbolism. A Library Journal Editors' Pick! Join BookBrowse today to start discovering exceptional books! This really does sound super creepy. Reality: A slow-burn mystery with some satisfying last act reveals. Murder. Lulus guilt-ridden older sister Dee has been on a mission to find the little girls killer. There are a few elements of the plot that build suspense; not knowing what happened that day that Lulu disappeared, how much of Teds ramblings we can truly believe, Dees vigilante efforts, and the remarkably creepy yet vague memories of Teds life with his parents. Frustrated with the lack of results from the police, she has zeroed in on Ted as the prime suspect. These little bits of information eventually reveal what actually happenedor do they? You think you know whats inside the last house on Needless Street. Looks like I have lots more to look forward to! 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. Ted doesnt mind because the guy gives him free meds. Dies ist die Geschichte von Ted, der mit seiner Tochter Lauren und der Katze Olivia in einem gewOhn Personally, I had Cameron Britton in my head as Ted. And an ordinary house at the end of an ordinary street. Also yes, I tasted one and they are delicious, This book was simply exquisite. He knows this, because he buried them there himself. Is Brenda lonely in Round Hill despite being surrounded by the people she grew up with? You may think youve read this story before, but its not what you think. But Im sorry to say that as a story, The Last House didnt work for me more than it did. I read it in an evening and could not put it down. Its evident from the opening chapter that something is very very wrong with Ted Bannerman, who lives in a decrepit old house with all of its windows boarded up, on a cul-de-sac bordering a forest and nearby lake. Recommended for spooky season, but reader beware! The story revolves around a handful of characters: Ted Bannerman is a single man who lives in a creepy, boarded up house on Needless Street. This has been in my list for a while.I just might get it now thanks! Again with Ted blanking for unknown time periods and trying to garner advice from his doctor only by describing TV shows, we are piecing together truth from fiction. An exquisitely rendered portrait of a unique father-daughter relationship and a moving memoir of family and identity. Im glad you kept this spoiler-free. Agree on the ending but I'd have trouble wrapping up that story too if I were the author. Can you describe a situation where this statement resonated with you? In the middle of this now, and Im enjoying myself! (LogOut/ The StoryGraph is an affiliate of the featured links. Olivia is in love with an outdoor cat that strolls by the window peephole, and she has an odd relationship with another cat named Night-time. 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. reviewing fantasy, sci-fi, and romance novels. The must-read gothic thriller of 2021 from the Shirley Jackson and August Derleth award-winning author of Little Eve and Rawblood. Publication City/Country United Kingdom. We earn commission on any purchases made. There are too many plot contrivances that ask us to be extremely generous with our willing suspension of disbelief, too many supporting characters who seem like exaggerated and even cartoonish caricatures. Is it a thriller mystery along the likes of Blake Crouch, or is that wishful thinking on my part??? Kayla and Ellie both suffer the loss of the man they love. The book is What does it represent in each timeline? 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. Recently hes been dating and its not gone too well, so hes been extra stressed. This is the story of a serial killer. From literary classics to sci-fi graphic novels, I love it all. He goes out sometimes, usually when he loses time. I probably shouldnt have read it though before trying to write mine. Murder. The narrative structure each chapter is told from the viewpoint of one of four characters, and each person provides a slightly different view of what we learned in the previous chapter. WebSummaries Follow Ted, who lives with his daughter and his cat. Known to most as Little Girl with Popsicle, her sister Lulu disappeared and was never seen again. Firstly, when I started reading The Last House on Needless Street, I expected a bone-chilling horror and prepared myself for some gore. They withhold information from the reader, from each other, and even from themselves, the mutability of memoryespecially in regard to traumabeing a key theme. Then there is Dee, who is also shrouded in mystery. I'll probably re-read this come October or something. All reviews and site design by Thomas M. Wagner. The house itself, although not haunted like I first expected, also acts as another character, releasing shuddering movements at particular times that only the cat can recognize. Prepare to be scared, angry and heart-broken, all in one book. 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! I liked this novel quite a bit, but theres something that feels a little dirty in how it all came together. 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. Think Ill pass I much prefer nasty ghosts to nasty people , I prefer nasty ghouls to nasty people any day! A stolen child. And its here that Ward just stops playing fair with her readers. WebDescription This is the story of a murderer. 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. Revenge. How did the alternating timelines and voices impact your reading experience? Any page references refer to a USA edition of the book, usually the trade paperback version, and may vary in other editions. And I also really wanna meet Olivia the cat. Revenge. I got about halfway through The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward and debated closing the book for good I just wasnt sure I could handle it anymore. In the last house on Needless Street lives Ted, his daughter Lauren and cat Olivia. What really happened inside the freezer chest? Ellie frequently leads her fellow SCOPE volunteers and supporters in song during protests. But there is an area in the forest he considers sacred and inhabited by gods. Like putting a hat on a hat. A Blog about science fiction, fantasy and more! He has a black cat named Olivia who isnt allowed outside the house, and a daughter named Lauren. In what ways does the society that the characters were born into impact who they become? I honestly didnt even catch the plot point about the sister because I stopped paying attention during the final act. What I can say is that The Last House on Needless Street is an incredible character-driven novel. Most reviews of The Last House on Needless Street mention that you cant talk about the plot without giving away its secrets. All rights reserved.Information at BookBrowse.com is published with the permission of the copyright holder or their agent. Click Here to find out who said this, as well as discovering other famous literary quotes! I've never heard that phrase "not to yuck anyone's yum" as that's the quote of the day! WebIn a boarded-up house on a dead-end street at the edge of the wild Washington woods lives a family of three. Ted lives alone in his childhood home with his cat, Olivia. And yet, it was unputdownable despite this dark subject matter, so although its not the spooky haunted house I was expecting for my Halloween reading, I was terrified all the same. I certainly didnt, which I guess makes me the perfect reader! WebLulus guilt-ridden older sister Dee has been on a mission to find the little girls killer. Its another way to show how unreliable all of the characters are, since they never seem to agree on what they see or experience. For sure, but I think she's going to have a very bright future as a horror writer at the rate she's going. Readalikes| I mean wow, what a book! Shes the only author to have won the August Derleth Prize for Best Horror Novel at the British Fantasy Awards twiceonce in 2016 for her debut, Rawblood, and again in 2019 for her second, Little Eveand has also been shortlisted for the Authors Club Best First Novel Award, a WHSmith Fresh Talent title, and won the 2019 Shirley Jackson Award. Plot Summary. I dont know if I wish I had DNFd it per se, but the destination definitely was not worth the trip. 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. 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. Nicely put, I reallllyyyy disliked this novel. All storytellers are liars, but Catriona Ward is a particularly good one. 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. From the ramshackle houses to the disappearing children, theres something nefarious at foot but is it human or supernatural? I loved the tone of voice Ward created for her, its exactly the kind of aloof, narcissistic and skittish attitude youd expect from a cat if it could talk! How does the idea of marriage play into Ellie's idea to wait until marriage to "be intimate" with a man? My hold for this book just came in yesterday! Which characters do you think are most impacted by loneliness? 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. All these things are true. This is the story of Ted, who lives with his young daughter Lauren and his cat Olivia in an ordinary house at the end of an ordinary street. The cover definitely screams haunted house and supernatural happenings so Id have been shocked to find out it was about human evil too. In the dark forest at the end of Needless Street, lies something buried. Was there one perspective that you connected with more than the other? Kitten Olivias viewpoint its a real fixer-upper, beautifully designed and comes with everything you need to engage visitors. An evening and could not put it down as a story, the Last house on Needless Street, next. 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