Recommended for anyone interested in horror with well-realized characters and a claustrophobic, intense setting." I highly, highly recommend this book! I've read it and was blown away. This book really got under my skin, made me feel uncomfortable and freaked me out. The idea of such horror in a person seems unrealistic. Book Review: THE GLOBSTER OF CAPE FRANKFURT. The book was well written and certainly had its moments but the ending was extremely disappointing. Over 3 million titles. I just love how this book was written. And unfold it did. CATRIONA WARD was born in Washington, DC and grew up in the United States, Kenya, Madagascar, Yemen, and Morocco. Do not miss this book.. The lawnmower still buzzes somewhere on the block, the scent of cut grass is sticky and green on the air. I loved Rawblood. This isnt just a thriller; its a sleek, diabolical, stress-inducing machine. Jonathan Janz, author of, Tor Nightfire; 1st edition (September 28, 2021). It sounds trite but this is story-telling at it's finest. Download Now, A World Fantasy and August Derleth Award Finalist!An Indie Next Pick! They felt haphazard and cheap. Her sister was never found, and Dee has not ceased in her efforts to find her. Ted Bannerman lives alone with his cat Olivia in a boarded up house at the end of Needless Street. Its your turn to make breakfast. She looks at me with those yellow-green eyes then pads away. That made me feel even better. They had to, because I was at the 7-Eleven all afternoon and everyone says so. I dont know, I felt like all those big reveals thrown at us in the last parts were too muchI mean come on, too much going on with such a narrow character list. Its crowded and beautiful. 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Bloody Disgusting"[A]n immersive, head-shaking, game of a novel that speaks to the horrors of a persons past and how a horrific event can leave people unchanged for the worse." The gods are closer than you would think. Sarah Langan, Bram Stoker Award-winning author of Good NeighborsThis book was like an onion. Take, take, take.Those people had looked at all my stuff with their eyes and thoughts and the house didnt feel like mine anymore.I closed my eyes and breathed deeply to calm myself. She might catch cold. The deepest parts of this book are heart wrenching and captivating. * * *I put Little Girl With Popsiclethe newspaper with her picture in it, I meanin the closet under the stairs. I don`t even want to try and review it, because I won`t do it justice. This is so well written! document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); The JournalStone Network is your source for horror news and reviews. This is smart! Winner of the British Fantasy Award for Best Horror Novel! Accidents happen in our house.My hands are still sticky after, as if something clings to them, like gum or death. * * *I wasnt allowed to wait inside while they did it, so I stood out on the steps. The Last House on Needless Street? Ted`s mother was reponsible for the child disapearances over the years, so no, it wasn`t coincidental. I made the peephole just the right size in just the right place in the plywoodI can see the whole back yard. There was a problem loading your book clubs. I laughed and picked her up. Twitching. Really good summing up of the book's flaws here: https://medium.com/wayward-magazine/im-so-mad-about-the-last-house-on-needless-street-57a2f9b16f88. Its neither a pure horror or a thriller, although there are certainly elements of both. I held tight to the trunk of the little oak in the front yard. I throw the nearest thing to hand, which is an empty beer can. Mommy told him that these were the most dangerous kinds of wounds. It was such a fantastic book!. Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them.Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. * * *I clean my cut foot with disinfectant from a green plastic bottle. An unspeakable secret binds them together, and when a new neighbor moves in next door, what is buried out among the birch trees behind their house will come back to haunt them all. Often books with multiple POVs are confusing, but the authors style of writing made it flow well and easy to read. Bravo. Joanne Harris, New York Times bestselling author of The Gospel of Loki"The new face of literary dark fiction." Despite being filmed in 2010, the thriller House at the End of the Street wasn't released until 2012. "The Last House on Needless Street" by Catriona Ward is definitely worth all the hype! One of the most powerful and well-executed novels I've read in years." But maybe they are connected. It's a true nerve-shredder that keeps its mind-blowing secrets to the very end. She hasn`t repressed the memories, the guilt of what happened and the fact that she kept it all to herself drives her to find who took her. In a boarded-up house on a dead-end street at the edge of the wild Washington woods lives a family of three. An Indie Next Pick! When new books are released, we'll charge your default payment method for the lowest price available during the pre-order period. Ward won the August Derleth Award for Best Horror Novel for her debut, , making her the first woman to win the prize twice. But IT IS PHENOMENAL. Ill make cookies.I cant tomorrow.Well, any time. One of the most powerful and well-executed novels I've read in years." spoiler I just finished it, I completely agree there was TOO much going on, I kind of figured where it was going with Ted, it was kind of obvious when they were at the mall with Lauren. Ted is convinced that something is buried in those woods, and he wants whatever it is to stay there. This books style is so beautiful unexpectedly so for its genre and content that I forgot that plot itself can be just as riveting. Overall it was entertaining, Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2023. Layer after layer after layer and then you're crying and somebody's got a knife. Ted is a recluse, living in a boarded up house at the end of Needless Street with his young daughter Lauren and his cat Olivia. Shout it from the rooftops, tell all your friends this novel is a must-read! Not as much fun throwing rocks when theres nothing to break. . What cat understands English and speaks in slang? I don`t even want to try and review it, because I won`t do it justice. It takes me three breaths to make sense of what I see. Redemption links and eBooks cannot be resold. I don't doubt that this has or still happens unfortunately. The photograph was fading even then, their features growing pale. Character development, plot, setting: everything was perfect. Sarah Langan, Bram Stoker Award-winning author of Good NeighborsThis book was like an onion. I've read it and was blown away. For contact information, review requests, or advertising questions please CLICK HERE. The New York Times"The most powerful narratives in the genre manage to create an unshakable sense of unease, and that's exactly what this novel does a must-read for those who like the kind of labyrinthine narratives that pull the rug out from under you, sending you tumbling into a dark, dark room." "Brilliant.[a] deeply frightening deconstruction of the illusion of the self. Shes so much more than that. Its hard to elaborate on that without major spoilers, but suffice it to say no one is quite who they first appear. Synopsis It looks like we don't have a Synopsis for this title yet. Library Journal, starred reviewFull of twists and turns, this high-concept gothic horror is going to be huge. GuardianThe buzz building around Catriona Ward's The Last House on Needless Street is real. Beautiful, heartbreaking and quietly uplifting. In a boarded-up house on a dead-end street at the edge of the wild Washington woods lives a family of three. And there I was, standing in front of the house. We will preorder your items within 24 hours of when they become available. Terrifying. The music box didnt play. In a boarded-up house on a dead-end street at the edge of the wild Washington woods lives a family of three. I can`t remember the last time I had my emotions so completely and cleverly manipulated. There she is. I would say I inhaled this in one, but I think I was too busy holding my breath throughout. Honestly I don't get angry about figuring out what's going on in a story because to me that means the writing is good and has enough clues that someone who's paying attention could reasonably figure it out. Its a weird book. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 19, 2021, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 26, 2021, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 18, 2021, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 5, 2021, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 25, 2021, Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. Now, Olivia is not a pet. I didn't make a single one when reading this because I was too absorbed. Broadly, the novel follows Ted, a man living alone in his mid-30s, his daughter Lauren, his lesbian Bible-reading cat Olivia and a woman named Dee who lost her younger sister in an abduction years ago. Stephen King called Sundial Authentically terrifying. Unsurprisingly, Dee's family disintegrated, and her father is now dead. At the end of the street are the eerie Woods where the gods are buried. A teenage girl who isn't allowed outside, not after last time. Your post just bumped it to the top of my TBR list! Throughout, I didn't know where to put my heart. Prior to this I had only read Catriona Ward's short stories in various anthologies. A haven full of sunbathers, ice cream stands, sandcastlesand missing children. So many. Kingfisher, author of The Hollow Places"Ward ably handles the series of nested revelations of the truth about the house's inhabitants and how they connect to Ted's own childhood, all the while maintaining a propulsive, suspenseful tone. I think it was meant for floors or countertops, not for skin. It makes you feel smart, the way a good detective puts together the clues at the end of a story. Ward expertly weaves together plot points and metaphoric images to create something that I, quite frankly, am in awe of. Beside her sat the music box. BooklistWhat did I just read?! Teds house is the last house on Needless Street, and next to it are the woods. Please use a different way to share. The book is so well written and Catriona Ward brought the setting to life with beautiful descriptions. Or maybe thats fish. Discounts, promotions, and special offers on best-selling magazines. Come and have iced tea tomorrow. I was completely enthralled. Joe Hill, New York Times bestselling author of The Fireman"A breathtakingly ambitious book, gorgeously written, and never once shies away from showing you its fangs and its beautiful blood-filled heart. After the first quarter of the book I wasnt quite sure why it was considered a horror or modern gothic mystery, but it was obvious that it was building to something more intense, and then about 2/3 through it becomes more and more disturbing and rather sad with a few twists that I didnt see coming. J. Finn, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Woman in the WindowA chilling and beautiful masterpiece of suspense, cunningly plotted and written with the elegant imagination of a Shirley Jackson or a Sarah Waters. The dog pants and grins at me. As soon as I replaced a pane another rock came through. Layer after layer after layer and then you're crying and somebody's got a knife. A man who drinks alone in front of his TV, trying to ignore the gaps in his memory. A teenage girl who isn't allowed outside, not after last time. STARRED reviews from Library Journal and Publishers Weekly!One of Library Journal's Best Horror Books of 2021One of Bustle's "Most Anticipated Books of September""[A] terrifying exploration of human consciousness that excavates character like an ice pick chipping through an ancient glacier: The deeper one goes, the chillier it gets." A Library Journal Editors' Pick! 'The Last House on Needless Street' (Viper Books, Tor Nightfire) was a Times Book of the Month, Observer Book of the Month, March Editors Pick on Open Book, a Between the Covers BBC2 book club selection, a Times bestseller, and is being developed for film by Andy Serkiss production company, The Imaginarium. Thank you to the author, publishers Viper Books and NetGalley UK for access to an advance readers ebook. I must have stepped on something. I didn't find it horrifying or terrifying, though it is thrilling to read. The little ballerina was snapped from her stem, felled and dead. His daughter Lauren comes to visit from time to time, but they never go out when she does, and their relationship is always tense and often violent. Each chapter is from the perspective of a different character. A LibraryReads Top 10 Pick!A Library Journal Editors' Pick! Word Wise helps you read harder books by explaining the most challenging words in the book. One hundred and thirty-two years of editorial freedom, The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward is the kind of horror that seeps into your bones, the kind that makes you think you might be a little messed up for even reading it, the kind that makes you want to stare the author straight in the eyes and ask, Who hurt you?. If you watch a lot movies or read a lot of books not much comes off as a surprise. I loved Rawblood. Unlike many books there is little to no superfluous parts included as filler to make the book longer. (I expect everyone feels this about their cat. 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. A teenage girl who isn't allowed outside, not after last time. TED BANNERMANToday is the anniversary of Little Girl With Popsicle. He's unemployed and drinks a lot. Cats dont get jokes. Honestly, I wish I could award a bonus star to explain how good it is. What really brought the book together for me was reading the very last ( spoiler). This is a story the reader must work for to enjoybut it is so worth the effort! Death. It is cinematic in a way that never forgets it is literary. The scent of cut grass crawls through the air. By that logic extended, the other character opposite her was an alt as well. The setup is simple. Alex North, author of The Whisper ManAbsolutely brilliant. The characters are perfectly constructed, the atmosphere incredibly vivid, and the twists and turns are breathtaking. Ted was questioned, but had an alibi. I take the machine off the shelf. A teenage girl who isn't allowed outside, not after last time. I didnt think to stop him.No picture, no story, he said to me as he left. I got a free e-copy through NetGalley about a week ago. I dont like that. One long wing strokes the air, desperate for flight. An unspeakable secret binds. I feel better now.You bet, she says. This is one of the best books Ive read in quite some time. Pets are better than their owners in general. Layer after layer after layer and then you're crying and somebody's got a knife. I just love how this book was written. Then, finally, Dee is a character who has just moved next door to Ted. The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward is the latest novel from the multi-award-winning gothic author. I mean, I was chasing her. It kept me glued and guessing right up to the endI loved every inch of it." Believe me, you will have plenty of questions throughout this story, and it is better to just go with the flow and allow the narrative to transport you. In a boarded-up house on a dead-end street at the edge of the wild Washington woods lives a family of three. Working with one hand, I cut a length of hose. It brought everything in line as to the sequence of the Was an interesting read ,but at times frustrating ,with all the different characters relating their perception of the same events. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. I loved, loved the atmosphere in this book, and Catriona Ward creates a very haunting and creepy one. One aspect of this novel that struck me was the inclusion of dissociative identity disorder, or DID, in the plot. The street feels even quieter than usual. I dont know why; she just looks like an Eloise.) I loved being suspicious, piecing it together in my mind, feeling a tad disoriented. Traces of cologne, sweat, squeaky rubber and chemicals. But I cant figure out where to put the birds down. Really disappointing ending and one most could see from a mile away. They were leaving me, vanishing into white. There was a lot of buzz surrounding The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward, so I knew I had to bump it to the top of my TBR pile, and Im so glad I did. There is something odd going on in the boarded-up house at the end of Needless Street. In this way, Ward does not use mental illness as a thing to be afraid of and, instead, treats it as a fact of the characters realities as something horror curls itself around just like any other element in the novel. Highly recommend!! I have seen them actually turn around and hurry away. A new neighbor stops by the house to introduce herself to TedDee, a young woman who is brand new to the area. A masterpiece to read at your own peril." "Comedy Comedy Comedy Drama," by Bob Odenkirk (Random House, nonfiction) What it's about: The beloved star of "Better Call Saul" and "Mr . Care pressed down on her, like an anvil on her back.No, I said. Id describe this as a psychological mystery. Just what you want in a good psychological horror thriller. When a new neighbor moves in next door, it seems all their secrets will finally come to light. No picture, no story. This is an honest and voluntary review. His bright mess of feathers shine like an oil slick. All these things are true. Paul Tremblay, author of A Head Full of Ghosts"A masterpiece. You take everything from me, Theodore. Where are your shoes? I know the tone. Any book is up for discussion as long as that discussion is respectful. They had half given up already, from heat and fear. The Last House on Needless Street keeps the reader on the knifes edge of the fantastic for most of the book, which contributes to building the suspense and tension that propels the story forward. But IT IS PHENOMENAL. Rarely do I struggle to find words about a book that I loved, but I find myself in that position right now. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. A decade before, a young girl called Lulu disappeared from the beach at the nearby lake. The can flies wide and hits the fence post with a noise like dunggg. They stick together in my hands, bound into a twitching mass. Eloise the ballerina stood proud and upright, arms perfect and poised above her head. )When I think about a Murderer creeping around my house in the cold dark, laying traps in my yardmaybe even peering in, watching me, Lauren and Olivia with their dead beetle eyesmy heart stutters. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Highly recommend if you enjoy reading books that truly keep your mind reeling! STARRED reviews from Library Journal and Publishers Weekly!Named one of the "50 Best Horror Books of All Time" by Esquire! I've read it and was blown away. The birds cant live but theyre not dead. The satisfaction at the twist at the end and its reveal can only be experienced once, but Wards prose makes this enjoyable beyond the plot and uncovering the nested secrets of the novel. Book Reporter, Macmillan Code of Ethics for Business Partners. Get help and learn more about the design. She studied English at the University of Oxford, and later, completed a Creative Writing Masters at the University of East Anglia. Ward's third breakout novel The Last House on Needless Street (2021 - Viper, Tor Nightfire) won the August Derleth Prize and has been shortlisted for the Kitschies, the British Book Awards, the South Bank Award, and the World Fantasy Award. Press J to jump to the feed. In the dark forest at the end of Needless Street, lies something buried. * * *I fetch the newspaper from the front step. I highly recommend this book. Technically, the book was well written and the characters were interesting but the ending was such a cop-out, relying on such an overused trope these daysas the review above notes. https://medium.com/wayward-magazine/im-so-mad-about-the-last-house-on-needless-street-57a2f9b16f88. I bend down to put it at the bottom of the pile. My feet are white and hairy. I read the first half over the course of a week and was interested but could easily put it down to check my phone or have a conversation. And a house cat who loves napping and reading the Bible. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Summaries (1) Summaries Follow Ted, who lives with his daughter and his cat. save . Having read the award winning Catriona Ward's incredible debut, Rawblood, it is not surprising that her latest novel, an atmospheric gothic horror, the darkest of fairytales, is one of the books of 2021. 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