Wow! This book has a slow start, leading you to believe it will be a slow burn to the end. Not true! Once you get 2/3 through the novel the pace rises to a “fever pitch” and doesn’t let off until the last sentence. Definitely a book not to miss.

This was definitely a creepier book than I’m typically used to. The writing was descriptive and creepy in a great way. I listened to the audio version and the narration was smooth and pleasant to listen to. The plot twists were somewhat predictable, but a great spooky read

This book had me gripped from the very first chapter. This is a story about Mina, who has recently graduated as a child psychologist, who is struggling to find work in her field due to her inexperience. Mina meets Sam, a journalist, who invites her to travel with him to a remote village to assess thirteen-year-old Alice, who claims that a witch is haunting her. Is it all in Alice's head, is she being coached by her father, or is Alice really being terrorized by a witch.

The way that this author describes the witch is TERRIFYING!!! I listened to the audiobook and had to pause it multiple times. This book is suspenceful, scary, and an all-around fun time! However, the reason that this book fell short of five stars for me, was that I didn't feel that the author did an excellent job at explaining the haunting. It felt like the story veered off to being about the neighbor and never resolved on the witch haunting. Other than that, I absolutely loved this story!

Thank you so much to Netgalley and Minotaur Books for the eArc of Something in the Walls in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

Thank you so much Macmillan Audio and Netgalley for this gifted audio book, in exchange for an honest review! Something in the Walls is out Feb 25, 2025. The synopsis of this one sounded absolutely bonkers and I was ecstatic to receive a copy! Any book that has to do with witches always gives me the chills, this one was no different. This book reminded me a lot of A Head Full of Ghosts by Paul Tremblay, because of the fact that you didn't know what to believe and some really creepy stuff was going on. This one would be the most perfect summer read. It was very atmospherically and setting was in the middle of a huge heat wave! Something In the Walls was pretty for slow for me most of the book, but very chilling! And the ending was nuts! I ended up rating it 3.25/5 stars.

This was a great read and gave me the vibes of the second Conjuring movie. I felt there was a great sense of eeriness and character development. I would have liked a bit more in terms of the character's relationship with her fiancé but that's a small snit.

I could see some being bothered by the ending of this book (it's a bit open-ended) but I thought it was done in a well-constructed way rather than feeling like there were egregious plot-holes.

This was just okay, the synopsis and plot were interesting but I just felt bored throughout. It just did not work for me or bring me any type of excitement, I never felt the rush to get back to this one.

This was ok. I thought the synopsis and plot of this book was awesome. I’ve heard a lot of comparison of this to the movie Midsommar. I get it, especially with the ending, but I thought the movie Midsommar was much better. I felt bored a lot of the way listening to this, and with so many characters mentioned I lost track of who was who. I still don’t really understand what was going on even after finishing it! Great concept and some creepy moments for sure but the execution could have been better and clearer. I will make a Bookstagram review post on this soon and will update this with the link soon.

The cover. So pretty! I listened to the audiobook of Something In The Walls provided by NetGalley. The narrator was ok. The story itself was different than I expected. More of a paranormal, witchy, horror than suspense thriller in my opinion. It was strange and didn’t hold my attention like I was hoping. Overall it wasn’t for me. 2 1/2 ⭐️ rounded to 3.

This book was tense all the way through, and I thought the narration did a really great job carrying that feeling.

Mina is new to the field of child psychology and decides to take a case helping a family with a troubled young girl. Does thirteen-year-old Alice need medical attention or an exorcism?

The book really held my attention with the constant indecision of whether I thought there was a natural or supernatural reason for everything going on.

The ending went just a tad too wild for me, but overall, it was an enjoyable read.

Something in the Walls is eerie and vivid. The atmosphere of dread is thick, and many of the scenes imprinted on my mind.

This one is great for fans of folk horror.

Pearce is a talented writer, and this story translates perfectly for audio. Ana Clements was a great choice to narrate.

I couldn't put this book down! It was such a fascinating mix of psychology/witchiness/folklore and dealing with trauma. I'll avoid spoilers, but any story related to these themes always comes back to speaking truth to men abusing power. You'll love this one!

Daisy Pearce’s *Something in the Walls* was an absolute standout for me! It delivered everything I hoped for from other psychological horror novels like *Head Full of Ghosts* or *Come Closer*. While I enjoyed those books too, *Something in the Walls* hit a deeper, more satisfying note.

The story centers on Mina, a deeply flawed but relatable protagonist. She’s grappling with her identity, fresh out of school, grieving the loss of a loved one, stuck in a loveless relationship, and searching for her place in the world. Mina’s inner struggles make her a compelling lens through which to experience this eerie, layered narrative.

The plot kicks into high gear when Mina crosses paths with Sam, Alice, and the residents of a superstitious and unsettlingly secretive community. From there, the story becomes a whirlwind of twists, dread, and discovery that keeps you hooked to the last page.

This book explores heavy themes like grief, the mysteries of life after death, witchy folklore, possession, small-town coverups, and societal expectations of women. Pearce weaves these elements together seamlessly, creating a story that is as thought-provoking as it is chilling.

If you love books that blur the lines between reality and illusion, this one is a must-read.

This one started off slow for me but I loved the ending. It was mysterious and I am still left wondering… but what happened to Alice?! Thanks so much for the chance to listen to this and review it!

Atmospheric, haunting, and unexpected. I’m not normally into the horror genre, but I found this to be an enjoyable read.

Mina’s backstory was interesting, but she was at times on the border of immature (particularly given her area of expertise). The story’s suspense built as it progressed, eventually taking a very different turn than I had initially expected. This novel left me thinking about the impact of community, folklore, and isolation. Overall an enjoyable read with a great audiobook narrator.

Thank you to #NetGalley and #MacMillonAudio for an ALC in exchange for an honest review.

This was a wild ride! I love thrillers that have you wondering whether the truth is paranormal or simply criminal, and that was the question with this case, almost right from the beginning!

The audio was well done. I will say, the end of each chapter felt a little jarring, as I always thought the last sentence was going to just be the beginning of a new paragraph. This did mean it was hard to put the book down after each chapter!

There were also a few discussions about how women and girls - especially those in difficult positions - were/are perceived by society, as well as the role of psychology.

The action really increases for the finale, with lots of twists and drama. It reminded me of the pacing and structure of Reckless Girls, so if you were a fan of that one, I’d definitely recommend Something in the Walls!

3 stars
Thank you to the Publisher and Netgalley.

This one missed the mark for me. I found Mena to be immature and quite annoying. Definitely not someone who should be in charge of anyone's mental health let alone a child. Mena was struggling to move through her grief about losing her brother and it crippled her as an effective child psychologist. The book felt a little disjointed. Although eerie, it didn't give me the type of horror vibes that I enjoy. This was something different. The pacing was good but I struggled with the narrator. I didn't care for her tone and delivery of the story. I went into this expecting a unique story but thats not what I got. I did hope that I'd get more from the witch aspect. The ending was also a let down.

Although this missed the mark for me, I think if you are a fan of Camilla Sten you may enjoy this more.

Thank you to NetGalley & Macmillan Audio for this book!

Something in the Walls by Daisy Pearce is an immersive journey into a world where nothing is as it seems. Alice’s experiences blur the line between possession and manipulation, leaving you questioning reality at every turn. The characters were deeply flawed, which made them feel raw and honest—I couldn’t help but love and hate them simultaneously. The foreshadowing gave away the twist early for me, but the gripping narrative kept me hooked. The mystery surrounding the insular community, superstitions, and eerie customs was fascinating and chilling. Even now, I find myself thinking about this story and questioning the motivations of its characters—what drove them to act as they did? This book has reignited my curiosity about stories of witches and small-town secrets.

A solid five stars for an unforgettable and haunting book!

Thank you to Macmillian Audio for the gifted ARC provided through NetGalley Shelf. Reviews are my opinions alone.

Mina is a child psychologist with little experience. She attends a grief group to help her deal with her brother’s death. There she meets journalist Sam Hunter. Sam Hunter knows a girl named Alice who claims a witch is haunting her. Mina can gain some experience by working with Alice and Alice will hopefully get better. Unfortunately, instead of getting better Alice’s behavior becomes even more inexplicable and intense.

I really wish I had liked this book more. The author did a great job building the suspense and creating a chilling atmosphere at the beginning of the book. However, as the book continued the pace became uneven. It was also a bit confusing to follow at times and I did not enjoy the ending. I really expected more horror. Something more haunting and exciting. I did enjoy the narration. I give it 3/5 stars.

Thank you to Netgalley and Macmillan Audio for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review. Mina is a recent graduate with a degree in Child Psychology when she gets asked to take on a new case. The case is a 13 year old girl named Alice who claims she is being haunted by a witch. Her home town has a history of witchcraft and the residents also believe she is a witch.. Mina still struggles from the death of her brother and her husband does not think this is a good idea for her to take on. Mina goes anyways as she wants to help Alice and her marriage isn't as perfect as everyone thinks it is. Enjoy!!!

I was immediately hooked into the storyline and characters and WOWZA - the ending of this one was crazy, insanely good! I was fortunate to be able to listen to the audiobook and I was listening with my jaw literally hanging open!

I quickly connected with Mina, the main female character, who lost her 14 year old brother six years earlier. Before he passed away, he told Mina he’d come back to let her know about the other side. Because of that statement, Mina is shocked, yet not completely surprised, when she sees the blur of a man in one of the pictures she had developed - a man she thinks looks just like her brother. Upon relaying this to her husband, he reminds her that her brother is gone and she would benefit from returning to the support group she attended after his death.

It’s at that support group where she meets Sam, a man who had lost his seven year old daughter and subsequently, his marriage. He, too, searches for signs from his daughter. Sam is a reporter and learns that Mina is a child psychologist. He asks Mina for her help in a story he’s working on; a small town with a strange and superstitious past. The story is about a teenage girl who has been exhibiting disturbing behaviors such as not eating yet throwing up highly unusual items. Learning some believe the girls is possessed or evil, Mina is more interested in having the young girl evaluated in order for the girl to get the help and support she needs. The two take off for the small town to meet and talk with the girl and her family.

From there, the book became sooo intriguing and I loved the deliciously eerie paranormal elements embedded within which isn’t normally something I lean toward. But this was thrilling, captivating, spooky, and quite unnerving at times. This is a definite FIVE STAR read and one I highly recommend to fellow thriller fans!