The Third Wife of Faraday House: A Novel by B. R. Myers
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The Third Wife of Faraday House (thoughts)
"In this delicious love letter to Gothic fiction, featuring two brides who must band together to unravel the ghostly secrets at the heart of a crumbling island manor." - from Goodreads summary. A love letter to Gothic fiction? I mean sign me up. I jumped at the chance to read this one. And the synopsis doesn't lie. There's a dark, crumbling manor, ghostly visions, secrets, and slow burning suspense throughout. I was absolutely here for the atmosphere that the author created in this book. What I wasn't always as fond of was Emeline (the main character) at times. She was very naive which made her a bit frustrating to read about. I will say that she got better as the book went on especially when we as the readers got to know some of her secrets and understood her more. The ending was perfect for the story and I really enjoyed it. This ended up being a really good read for me - perfect for the fall reading season. I'm definitely excited to read more by this author. Readers who enjoy gothic fiction, slow burns, and authors like Barbara Michaels should give this book a try. It really did feel like a love letter to gothic fiction which fit my reading taste perfectly. Four stars. Thanks to the publisher for my copy of this book. Honest thoughts are my own.
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A Gothic Gem
THE THIRD WIFE OF FARADAY HOUSE is the perfect fall read! Set in Canada in the early 1800s on a remote island, Emeline arrives to discover that the second wife isn’t dead yet. Fleeing from scandal and hoping to be rescued by the man she loves, Emeline is haunted by ghosts, blood dripping from the ceiling, and her mysterious finance, Captain Graves. Something is seriously amiss at Faraday House and if she doesn’t discover it soon, she might be the next young wife to die. Perfect for Gothic fans of WUTHERING HEIGHTS and JANE EYRE, with a touch of “Crimson Peak.” Loaded with mysteries, awash in atmosphere, and the perfect amount of romance. Readers will love watching Emeline come into her own.
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Gothic Novel Set in 1800s Canada
This is an engaging book with lots of spooky autumn/gothic vibes. It starts out like a Regency era Bluebeard retelling set in Canada, but the story soon develops plenty of twists, turns, and secrets. Not to mention a ghost of two. I thought the creepy moments were well done. It’s a great read to get you in the spooky season spirit. I haven’t read many books set in early 19th century Canada. I liked how geographical locations and historical events were woven into the story.
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spooky house
This story quickly moves from the pretty girl dreamer to one of perseverance, inter-strength and determination. The spooky house on the isolated island with a ghost is a main part of the story and then there are twists and turns that make it hard to figure out who are the bad guys. It’s a fun quick read for an afternoon with a happy ending. 3.5 Stars
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Gothic Clue meets Jane Eyre
The Third Wife of Faraday House takes the best parts of Crimson Peak, Clue, and Jane Eyre, and creates a gothic mystery that keeps you captive the entire time you read it. When Emeline Fitzpatrick finds herself in the middle of a scandal that has driven away all but one suitor who lives on an island far removed from the drama of the mainland and wealth enough to be an acceptable prospect she finds herself at Faraday House. Going in she knew Capitan Graves prior two wives had both died young under tragic circumstances, and that the wedding may happen quickly, however upon arriving she finds the prior Mrs. Graves not only alive but haunted by something. The novel kicks off into the mystery of Faraday house and its varied residents who all have their own hidden goals and desires in a Clue like hunt for the culprit. I found myself entrapped in the pages of the novel and caught up in the creaking old houses secrets and the strange sights and sounds being experienced by both wives. The gothic setting pulled me in and the solid mystery kept me hooked and second guessing everyone's motives and everything that was said. I found Emeline at the start to be a naive and headstrong protagonist with faults that kept her compelling and real, watching her growth and good traits come out as she found room to assert herself was a refreshing pace to the often fully formed leads novels will have that never experience growth in situations that would cause it. Additionally, I cannot emphasize enough the wonderful fleshed out feel of the setting and house. Faraday house felt like a character in the novel hiding mystery's and secrets for Emeline around every bend. The descriptive nature of the novel made me feel like I was wondering the halls with her looking for clues in the dark mansion. I would recommend this novel to you if: - You like Gothics - Looking for a spooky read - A haunted mansion mystery is your idea of fun - Friendships over relationships as a trope - Female companionship - Independent Women I received an advance review copy of this book, and I am leaving this review voluntarily and all thoughts and opinions are wholly my own and unbiased.
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Supernatural mystery
Fleeing scandal, Emeline agrees to marry the enigmatic Captain Graves—only to discover his previous wife is still alive but fading fast with a mysterious illness. Trapped in the eerie Faraday House, Emeline must unravel the secrets surrounding the Graves family with the help of the ailing Georgina and a captivating reverend—before she becomes the next victim. This Gothic mystery with supernatural elements is full of bizarre twists. The understated romance between Emeline and Rev. Pellerine added a bright spot to an otherwise shadowy story. Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.
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