A twisty, unsettling fever dream I found hard to put down! I likedd this book and all of its Yellow Wallpaper parallels.
This story will have you trying to figure out the real from the impossible. A solid choice for anyone who enjoys psychological dramas with a hint of mystery

This book definitely takes a little while to get into and to get invested, the pacing at the beginning really drags for a bit.

This is an easy to read and understand thriller with lots of slow, eventual build-up.

This has a very intense premise and a very intense portrayal of that premise. I think the psychological aspect of this book was really well done, making both the main character and the reader questioning everything, especially what is real or not.

And I did feel like this had a satisfying ending, I just wish it didn't take so long for me to get into the story.

Thanks to NetGalley for the e-ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review! My Goodreads review is up and my TikTok (Zoe_Lipman) review will be up at the end of the month with my monthly reading wrap-up.

Bad Things Happen in This Room by Marie Still is a compelling read that combines psychological depth with an intriguing storyline. The narrative kept me hooked from the beginning, as the characters’ secrets slowly unraveled, revealing dark truths beneath a seemingly normal facade. The author does a fantastic job creating an intense atmosphere, making you feel immersed in the characters’ struggles and dilemmas. While some parts felt a bit slow-paced, overall, the story was well-paced and delivered a satisfying mix of suspense and emotional complexity. This book challenges your perceptions and leaves you thinking long after you've finished reading. A solid choice for anyone who enjoys psychological dramas with a hint of mystery.

A chilling horror that immerses the reader in the fragmented mind of a woman who’s hiding her past from everyone (including herself)! Throw in a mysterious secret garden and walls that talk to the MC. With vivid imagery and lyrical prose, BTHITR is disorienting, visceral and lingers long after the final page.

A twisty fever dream that will have you trying to figure out the real from the impossible. Still’s mesmerizing prose never fails to hook readers.

Twisty, unsettling, and impossible to put down! I loved this book and all its Yellow Wallpaper vibes! I'm a huge Marie Still fan now! You should be too!