The details! Some of the depictions described were a bit stomach turning, in the best way. Loved the creepy witchy cursed vibes. The finance backstory line was a bit of a let down. It didn’t feel like everything got tied up at the end, tho I did love how it ended. Overall would definitely recommend.

I'd seen the description of Something In the Walls and quickly put it on my wishlist. I was so excited for the chance to read and review it for NetGalley.
I've been on a horror book binge, even if it's not on purpose, but it seems to be what the bookish part of my brain is into reading right now. This book does NOT disappoint! I was enthralled with the story from just about the first chapter, and it just got better from there.
While some parts of the plot were a bit predictable, I like how that makes me feel as a reader, and it shows that the author really knows how to lay down their story from the very beginning. You're not blindsided (well, you are, but in a good, scary way) with wondering where certain plot elements come from.
I love the idea of a horror story with local British folklore and stories looped into it. I feel like I'm seeing more horror books being written in non-American settings, and I'm here for it.
I think my only gripe about this book is the title. I don't want to give away anything but the action doesn't seem to happen just in the walls. That's all I'll say besides make sure your schedule is open, because you'll want to keep reading this book with no breaks as soon as you start it.
I know I'll be looking out for future books from Daisy Pearce and will be sure to add her back catalog to my TBR. I'd also love to see this title made into a movie.

I received a copy of this book from NetGalley.

Thank you so much to netgalley and the publisher for the arc of this one in exchange for an honest review!

Unfortunately, this book was so boring to me. I just could not get into this one.

I hope others love this one.

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the opportunity to read this arc in exchange for an honest review.

My rating: 3.5

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Mia is a child psychologist that takes on her first case Alice, a young girl that is haunted by claims of witchcraft and possession.

The author did a great job of blending psychological and creepy supernatural elements throughout. I felt that Mina’s character was really relatable. The book pulled me in from the start, but some parts dragged on too long. Overall, it was enjoyable spooky read and recommend you add this your tbrs!!!

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I struggled with this one and that is on me not the author. The writing style just wasnt for me and took me multiple tries to read.

This book had a great start and I was super intrigued with how this story was going to play out. However, it started to drag and it took me a while to finish up.

Something in the Walls by Daisy Pearce took me by surprise. It is a slow burning psychological thriller with an element of horror. I enjoyed the "is it real or is it not?" aspect of supernatural element, and that was definitely the part that kept me going. The end was a little disappointing due to the lack of closure for me, but overall an interesting read. This is definitely a book I would love to discuss with somebody!

The supernatural is not my go to in books typically, but I venture out here and there. And I'm glad I did.
The ending is what really made me like the whole novel.
Mina is a brand new child psychologist taking on her first case. And what a case it turns out to be. In a small town saturated with tradition of witches and devils, she must make sense of what is happening to Alice.
Would love to see this on screen!
Thank you, Netgalley, publisher, and author for the ARC a few months late!

I just finished this. I had to put it down because of reading it at night started to scare me lol. Such a fun spooky read

This is such a chilling, atmospheric tale that combines psychological suspense with supernatural horror in the best way. This is my first novel by Daisy Pearce, but they expertly built tension that kept me on edge the whole time. I thought the character development was wonderful as well, I was very invested in the story. A bit out of my comfort zone, but enjoyed it!

If you analyze “Something in the Walls,” it’s really kind of a mess. There’s no answer, easy or otherwise, to what was really happening to a teenage girl seemingly possessed. But the atmosphere is chilling (while also sweaty) and the happenings are creepy enough for me to advise not reading it late at night, especially if your house freaks and moans.

Something in the Walls by Daisy Pearce is a wonderfully eerie folk horror book set in a town that felt so real and creepy. I’m always here for a creepy kid book and I love how far off the deep end Pearce went with the ending.

Thank you to Netgalley and Minotaur Books for my review copy. Sorry for the late review -- I had to read this one late because Netgalley had stopped working with Kobo.

Creepy, Weird, and not what I expected.

We follow Mina, a child psychologist, as she takes on her first real case: Alice, a 13-year-old girl haunted by claims of witchcraft and possession. What starts off as a regular psychological evaluation quickly turns into someone much more dark and sinister. The story itself blurs the line between mental illness and supernatural phenomena which really makes the readers work.

I have to say right off the bat the twist annoyed and angered me so much and I still can't decide if it's in a good way or a bad way. What I do know is that Daisy Pearce is an amazing writer and her writing had me hooked! I am definitely keeping an eye out for more publications.

Thank You to Daisy Pearce, St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley for the digital ARC in exchange for an honest review!

The spook factor and lore of this book were top notch. I loved the possession storyline and thought that this mystery unfolded beautifully. There were so many pieces to this that I loved and my only complaint is that I felt like certain parts of the story could have been flushed out a little better!

I am sure that this book has its readers and I'm happy to see that it has quite a holds list at my library, but I decided to DNF at 28%. It just did not grab my attention the way I thought it would. Perhaps I'll try again in the future when I have more patience for a slow burn.

Absolutely love me a good thriller! And this cover is perfect. I love a good, quick read in the summer time that keeps me on the edge of my seat!

history of superstition and witchcraft. They believe there is evil in the world. They believe there are ways of…dealing with it. And they don’t expect outsiders to understand.

This author excels at setting the stage for a claustrophobic, ominous atmosphere - small, superstitious village with mysterious occurrences and citizens, a teen girl at the center of unsettling experiences who claims a witch is watching her. I couldn't wait to see what happened when Mina, a new child psychologist, met Alice and looked forward to their interactions. I wondered more than once if Alice might be possessed.

Mina's backstory is gradually revealed, although it's not difficult to guess the truth of the past event that haunts her. Journalist Sam is dealing with his own demons and comes with a tragic backstory of his own. He's involved in a couple significant plot points, but I thought he'd play a bigger role overall. I also expected Mina to have more face time with Alice since helping her is the primary reason Mina is there. The ending isn't what I'd expected, but in hindsight the clues were there based on the local folklore. I still feel like a big question went unanswered and unsolved.

Recommended for fans of slow burn horror/mysteries, claustrophobic settings, and open endings .

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley.  Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for granting me an advance reader copy of this title in exchange for an honest review.

A great read! This one has all the elements, a wonderful story combined with an intriguing cast of characters & eerie setting! Good recommendation for your thriller/mystery, horror & even general adult fiction readers!

Description
Newly-minted child psychologist Mina has little experience. In a field where the first people called are experts, she’s been unable to get her feet wet. Instead she aimlessly spends her days stuck in the stifling heat wave sweeping across Britain, and anxiously contemplating her upcoming marriage to careful, precise researcher Oscar. The only reprieve from her small, close world is attending the local bereavement group to mourn her brother’s death from years ago. That is, until she meets journalist Sam Hunter at the grief group one day. And he has a proposition for her.

Alice Webber is a thirteen year old girl who claims she’s being haunted by a witch. Living with her family in their crowded home in the remote village of Banathel, Alice’s symptoms are increasingly disturbing, and money is tight. Taking this job will give Mina some experience; Sam will get the scoop of a lifetime; and Alice will get better, Mina is sure of it.

But instead of improving, Alice’s behavior becomes increasingly inexplicable and intense. The town of Banathel has a deep history of superstition and witchcraft. They believe there is evil in the world. They believe there are ways of…dealing with it. And they don’t expect outsiders to understand.

As Mina races to uncover the truth behind Alice’s condition, the dark cracks of Banathel begin to show. Mina is desperate to understand how deep their sinister traditions go–and how her own past may be the biggest threat of all.me fans...

Something in the Walls is a chilling, atmospheric thriller that had me hooked from the very first page. Daisy Pearce blends psychological suspense with a creeping sense of dread that builds steadily as the story unfolds. It’s not a jump-scare kind of horror—it’s the kind that lingers and gets under your skin.

The house at the center of the story is practically a character itself—claustrophobic, mysterious, and filled with secrets. Pearce does an incredible job using setting to create unease, and I found myself second-guessing everything right alongside the main character. The unreliable narration adds to the tension perfectly, keeping you on edge as reality starts to blur.

There’s a strong emotional thread too, especially around grief, trauma, and the past we can’t quite escape. The twists were smart and satisfying, and while some parts felt deliberately ambiguous, it only added to the haunting vibe the book delivers so well.

If you love slow-burn psychological horror with a gothic feel and an ending that leaves you thinking long after you turn the last page, Something in the Walls is absolutely worth picking up.

3/5 Stars! Thank you NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for this eARC of Something in the Walls by Daisy Pearce.

I had gotten approved for this eARC and the audiobook. I listened the audiobook before giving a couple of the chapters a try. I think I may have ruined it by listening to it first. I'd def like to check out other books by this author because this is my first novel by her. Def interesting story and enjoyed it.