Hell House

by Richard Matheson
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Good Books rating 4.25
Horror
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  • ID: 7592
  • Added: 2025-12-16
  • Updated: 2025-12-30
  • ISBN: 9781399605571
  • Publisher: Hachette UK
  • Published: 2022-10-13
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 4

Belasco House has stood empty for over twenty years, its walls echoing with scenes of horror and depravity. Previous investigations ended in disaster, with participants succumbing to murder, suicide, or insanity. Now, a new team of four strangers arrives, each with their own reasons for facing the unknown terrors within. Stephen King hails it as the scariest haunted house novel ever written, a chilling exploration of life and death that looms over all others. /n/n The mansion's sinister reputation precedes it, and the new investigators are determined to uncover its ultimate secrets. But can any soul survive the torments and temptations that lurk within the most haunted house on Earth? This novel is a masterclass in horror, blending psychological suspense with supernatural terror.

Reviews
George L Thomas · 2025-05-09
intense 4.50

The book is intense and disturbing, making it a must-read for fans of haunted house stories and psychological horror.

This book is a must-read for anyone who enjoys haunted house stories or psychological horror. It's incredibly intense and disturbing, with a complex plot that keeps you engaged from start to finish. The characters are well-developed and the pacing is just right, making it a truly immersive experience. The story is believable and the rationale behind the hauntings is cleverly crafted. However, the intensity of the book might not be suitable for everyone. Overall, it's a fantastic read that will leave you thinking long after you've turned the last page.

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    If you're a fan of haunted house stories or psychological horror, Hell House is absolutely worth your time.

    It's intense, disturbing, and transgressive.

    The characters are unique and believable and find themselves having so many problems to deal with that it is hard not to feel sorry for them.

Food in Books · 2023-12-20
positive 4.00

The book is a great choice for getting into the holiday spirit, offering a mix of horror and atmospheric storytelling.

This reviewer enjoys reading horror novels during the holidays, and Hell House fits the bill perfectly. They appreciated the atmospheric storytelling and the way the book builds tension. The narrative is engaging, and the characters are well-developed, making it a compelling read. The reviewer found the book to be a great way to get into the holiday spirit, even though it's not explicitly Christmassy. They also noted that the book's intense and disturbing elements make it a standout in the horror genre.

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    I personally like a good horror novel to get me into the holiday spirit.

    It's intense, disturbing, and ...

    Hell House is a fun novel and if you want an incredibly violent and transgressive re-working of The Haunting of Hill House then I recommend it

Steve Calvert · Steve Calvert · 2023-08-15
excellent 4.50

Hell House is one of the best haunted house stories ever written, with archetypal characters and a complex plot.

Steve Calvert highly recommends Hell House, calling it one of the best haunted house stories he has ever read. He praises the book's archetypal characters, complex plot, and clever pacing. The reviewer found the book to be believable and engaging, with a well-structured story and great writing. They appreciated the way the book builds tension and keeps the reader on the edge of their seat. The reviewer also noted that the book's intense and disturbing elements make it a standout in the horror genre.

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    Hell House is exactly that—a good haunted house story.

    It is truly excellent for its archetypal characters that never felt corny, its complex plot, its clever pacing and believable rationelle.

    In fact it is one of the best that I have ever read.

Tasker.land · 2023-08-15
fun 4.00

The novel is a fun and violent re-working of The Haunting of Hill House. It's intense and disturbing, making it a great choice for horror fans.

If you're looking for a fun and violent re-working of The Haunting of Hill House, this novel is a great choice. It's incredibly intense and disturbing, which makes it a perfect read for those who enjoy a good scare. The story is engaging and the characters are well-developed, making it easy to get drawn into the narrative. However, the level of violence and transgression might not be suitable for everyone. Overall, it's a thrilling read that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

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    Hell House is a fun novel and if you want an incredibly violent and transgressive re-working of The Haunting of Hill House then I recommend it.

    It's intense, disturbing, and transgressive.

    The pacing is clever and the plot is complex.

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