As a Hitchcock fan, I absolutely loved the references in Stephanie Wrobel’s “The Hitchcock Hotel”, which served as an ingenious reminder of why a Hitchcock rewatch is overdue. This mystery thriller centers around a hotel inspired by the master of suspense, setting the stage for a gripping tale that blends classic Hitchcockian elements with a modern twist.

The story begins with an invitation extended to a group of college friends, luring them to the isolated Hitchcock Hotel by their former college friend and the hotel's owner under nefarious pretenses. From the outset, it's clear that each character harbors dark secrets, making them all deeply unlikeable yet fascinatingly complex.

Wrobel excels at creating an atmosphere thick with tension, using the hotel's shadowy corridors and eerie silence to evoke a palpable sense of dread. The twists and turns are reminiscent of Hitchcock's best work, keeping readers on the edge of their seats.

“The Hitchcock Hotel” is a must-read for fans of suspense and psychological thrillers. Its clever nods to Hitchcock, combined with an intense, character-driven narrative, make it an interesting addition to Stephanie Wrobel’s writing arsenal.

Many thanks to NetGalley, Simon & Schuster Canada, and Stephanie Wrobel for the opportunity to read and review “The Hitchcock Hotel” prior to its publication date.

More like 2.5 stars. I would like to thank netgalley and the publisher for an advance copy in exchange for an honest review. I really enjoyed the author's two previous novels so I was excited to read this one. Unfortunately I couldn't get into this one at all, it was slow and none of the characters were likeable.