This is now my third read from this author. Each time I’m met with a bit of shock? They have such a fun twist and take on the classic aspects of horror but shine a new and fun light to them. Honestly I enjoy Grady’s work far more then Stephen king and think he’s got what it takes to be top name in the horror section. Well done and can’t wait to read more and see where the next tale takes us.

If you’re a fan of creepy dolls and puppets, family drama, and good, campy horror, pick up How to Sell a Haunted House. Just beware of taxidermy squirrel nativities…

See my review for Monster Librarian here: https://www.monsterlibrarian.com/TheCirculationDesk/book-review-how-to-sell-a-haunted-house-by-grady-hendrix/

What I love about a novel surrounding a story around a home is the way the setting is able to encase and symbolize the true investigation of the story: broken, complex family relationships and the journey to attempt to repair them. While some of the interactions between characters (and the characters themselves) could be frustrating at times, it still always felt realistic to me in how a damaged relationship can manifest into poor decisions and even poorer communication. This was a gripping ride from page 1, and the "creep" factor kept me at the edge of my seat. Hendrix does not shy away from gore, but compared to other books of his that I've read this is slightly more on the tame side and never felt like it was too out of place going for just a shock value. Loved this journey and look forward to reading and enjoying more by the author!

Grady Hendrix is always a pure delight. His humor and horror hit the right way every time.
I enjoyed his dividing of the book into the stages of grief, I felt that was a crafty way to tell the story.

I have never been disappointed by Grady Hendrix and I can't wait to see what he comes up with next.

I think I'm realizing that Grady Hendrix's books and writing style just aren't for me, so I don't want to pan this book because I do think there are many people who will enjoy it (and who have already enjoyed it).

Louise returns to her hometown to sell her childhood home after the deaths of her parents while also dealing with her brother Mark, who never left their hometown and is fired from every job he gets. While getting the house ready for sale the siblings discover that the dolls their mother collected and created have taken on lives of their own.

I DNF this book about a third of the way through. I didn't find it funny, or scary, or interesting or entertaining. I didn't connect with the main character, and the writing wasn't submersive enough to make the any of it seem realistic enough to be horrifying. I got really, really tired of the siblings' bickering.

As a huge fan of Grady Hendrix, I was surprised that "How to Sell a Haunted House" didn't click with me. I have read all of the author's books to date, but this was difficult for me to get into. I think I wanted more of the vibe of "The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires" and thought it just didn't meet the same level.

As emotional as it is terrifying, Grady Hendrix takes the audience for a ride where they're white-knuckling through every page—in only the best way. Horror fans will appreciate the masterful way Hendrix employs tension to get under the skins of his characters (and readers), culminating in some of the most terrifying scenes I've read. But under the horror is a wonderful exploration of grief and what a family looks like in the aftermath of tremendous loss.

This one was just mediocre for me. I am wondering if his writing is my personal taste, as I did not love My Best Friend's Exorcism, either. Just nothing super noteworthy.

A true banger. I have not stopped talking about this book, and neither have my friends. Everyone who reads it gets drawn in by the horror and humor of this Grady Hendrix masterpiece.

This was SO entertaining! Louise's life was... rough to read about, to say the least. One thing after another had me turning the "pages" as quickly as I could, eager to see how her story would play out. I loved that this really nailed both the creepier elements and moments and the humor in the book - not that I'm surprised, since that's often Hendrix's thing in his stories. They're fun, they're funny, and they're horrifying - I love them.

I found the first half of this book to be extremely compelling. Grady Hendrix's writing has a way of pulling me in, and this was no different! I especially enjoyed seeing Louise and Mark's relationship unravel in the first half. The differing perspectives of their relationship made me feel like I couldn't trust anyone, which paired well with the situation in their parents' house.

The second half lost me a little. Though I thought I would hate it, I actually ended up enjoying the puppets and their role in the narrative. However, the numerous action heavy scenes made me feel like I was reading a different book than the one I had originally picked up. Furthermore, I felt that the narrative was paced oddly. I think (what I would consider) the third act to have started too early in the story, leading to a really drawn-out ending.

Overall, I enjoyed this, though I don't think it's my favorite horror (or even my favorite title from Hendrix) I've ever read. However, I would (and have!) recommended this title to others, though after reading, I think I might be a little more selective about who I recommend this to. I enjoyed it, but I don't think it has wide mass appeal.

Another great one from Grady Hendrix. I love a good spooky read. I like how the book was divided like the five stages of grief. Definitely interesting and was worth the read.

Thank You to Net Galley for the free e digital ARC.

This is my first time reading Grady Hendrix. I was a little scared about reading about scary dolls/puppets. It reminded me of Annabelle and Chucky dolls and I avoid those type of movies. I was worried the book might be a bit too scary for me. I forgot about all that when I started reading. It was so interesting, thrilling, and suspenseful, I didn't want to put it down. I couldn't wait to see what happened to the family and how it would all end. There were some curve balls that I did not see coming. I was surprised at the ending and I couldn't help but wonder if that really is the end. I liked how the story line flowed and was so well written. I felt like I was right there involved in all action and so worried about all the characters and trying to unravel what in the world was going on. I think this is a book that you could reread and always pick up on something new each time. I will be reading another Grady Hendrix novel and adding him to my favorite authors list.

I just don’t think their writing is for me and that’s fine. It was just alright and I figured it out too quick.

Hendrix is definitely something special. I finally got around to reading this one and I am so glad that I did. Hendrix has a way of making something both absolutely ridiculous and super frightening. The brother/sister dynamic between Louise and Mark is also very engaging and feels very realistic. I do feel like things were a bit rushed at the end once we find out that Pupkin is not a demon, but possessed by a ghost. It still closed up the story well, but there were some things I wish had been fleshed out with more descriptions since it was done so well during the rest of the novel.

I don't even know where to start with this. It was good yet got a bit weird. I had a hard time connecting to the characters or rooting for them. As the story went on you got a better idea of what happened in the past.

This is the most terrifying book I’ve ever read. I actually had trouble sleeping two nights ago because of it. I kept envisioning the creepy dolls and puppets from this story. When I was younger, my Grandma had a “doll room” with life size dolls set up lifelike in it-they looked like real people. And now I’m just extra creeped out after finishing this. A fun read, a la Grady Hendrix, but I’m sufficiently traumatized by the imagery in here.

Anyway, it’s a perfect choice for spooky season reading!

I love Grady Hendrix particular brand of horror. He describes some of the most disgusting and creepy things, but I have to say, this one did not creep me out! BUT, there was plenty to be scared of, like your family. The dynamic between Louise and her brother and their inability to navigate their own grief and their parents estate was hard to read at times because it felt so real. With the depth of grief that Louise is dealing with, you can easily imagine that the things she is experiencing are likely her brain translating grief into horror.

<i>Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for this ARC.</i>

Grandy Hendrix is becoming a new favorite author. Loved How to Sell a Haunted House. Perfect read to get into the Fall, spooky season mood. Love it!