From the outside, she appears to be a woman who is still mourning her sister, and now that she seems to have proof that Ted might have been involved, shes filled with rage and a thirst for revenge. Discuss what that means in the context of this story. While Ward toed that line delicately, a few things still didnt sit right with me. And speaking of Olivia, what a unique character! Weve seen many stories told from an animals POV, but Olivia was something else. Ward does a great job of creating an ominous atmosphere, especially surrounding Ted, his house, and Olivia and Lauren. I have been lied to in the best possible way and I enjoyed every single moment. WebDescription This is the story of a murderer. Discuss the definition of "family" in the novel. Change). Firstly, when I started reading The Last House on Needless Street, I expected a bone-chilling horror and prepared myself for some gore. All rights reserved. How does the idea of marriage play into Ellie's idea to wait until marriage to "be intimate" with a man? When a woman named Dee moves into the abandoned house next door while on her quest to find her sister, who was kidnapped years ago, Ted's life begins to spiral into chaos. He seems to be obsessed with his dead mother, who he refers to as Mommy. Even more unsettling is his relationship with his daughter, Lauren. Its a difficult book to review however, as the less you know about the plot going in, the better (though the title reminds me of the house on Neibolt street from IT, its not a spoiler for me to say that there arent any clowns hanging around in storm drains), but Ill do my best. It is central to the appeal of a mystery, being led down blind alleys in the hope that youre a clever enough detective to piece together the puzzle. To her infinite credit, Catriona Ward has taken seriously her responsibility to do justice to a condition that is suffered by a great many deeply traumatized people and present it in a way that is compassionate and, despite the horrors that unfold in the story, hopeful. Ted is of course an unreliable narrator, as is the bible-reading Olivia, so its difficult to believe much of anything being described. If you liked this, youll enjoy Behind Her Eyes by Sarah Pinborough. Get in touch with me at thetattooedbook@yahoo.co.uk. Thats where youre wrong. Ted frequently loses time, and what appear to be occasional inconsistencies and contradictions between the different narrators may frustrate at first, but gradually the clues begin to emerge and the puzzle pieces fall into place, revealing a chilling picture. The Last House On Needless Street is available from Amazon, Book Depository, and other good book retailers, like your local bookstore. I've read it and was blown away. [5], Ward lives in London and Devon.[6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16]. What role does guilt play in the narrative? Yay! He has only his cat Olivia for company, and he Hasini @ Bibliosini recently postedDoes Having a Positive Message Automatically Make a Book Good? ISBN13 9781788166188. Carolyn is a librarian and book addict with an MA in Creative Writing with aspirations to one day be a published author. Title Olivia is in love with an outdoor cat that strolls by the window peephole, and she has an odd relationship with another cat named Night-time. And a house cat who loves napping and reading the Bible. Having never been asked to voice a queer cat, I cant tell you that what he did was wrong, but it also felt like maybe he had never met a cat before. I found the sister story confusing and unnecessary and, like you, felt it was contrived having that whole set-up be a lie to begin with. Find books by time period, setting & theme, Read-alike suggestions by book and author. What is the significance of that decision? WebSummary Excerpt Reading Guide Book Summary A community's past sins rise to the surface in New York Times bestselling author Diane Chamberlain's The Last House on the Street when two women, a generation apart, find themselves bound by tragedy and an unsolved, decades-old mystery. Hes going to struggle massively to live up to what lies between these pages, but I cant wait to hear who they cast. Death. Any book is up for discussion as long as that discussion is respectful. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. What does it mean for the future of both characters? And that is the beauty of this storygetting to the truth is a circuitous and uneven path, one I never grew tired of. There are a few elements of the plot that build suspense; not knowing what happened that day that Lulu disappeared, how much of Teds ramblings we can truly believe, Dees vigilante efforts, and the remarkably creepy yet vague memories of Teds life with his parents. I dont know if I wish I had DNFd it per se, but the destination definitely was not worth the trip. Who do you believe feels the most guilt? It doesn't matter if you're into Stephen King, Octavia Butler, Jack Ketchum or Shirley Jackson, this is the place to share that love and discuss to your heart's content. Genres & Themes| This is a place to discuss horror literature. Personally, I was pretty underwhelmed by the final act and the creaky structure of the overall story. So basically, in the first fifty pages or so. You think you know whats inside the last house on Needless Street. About a decade before the story opens, Ted was a person of interest in the disappearance of a four-year-old girl named Lulu, who was visiting the nearby lake with her parents and big sister Dee. And yet some of them ar Read more Community Reviews Summary of 7,367 reviews Moods dark 95% mysterious 81% Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Stop-starter of all projects great and small. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward is one of those rare novels I read that kept me on the edge of my seat All these things are true. Learn how your comment data is processed. Cant-Wait Wednesday: A Small Hotel by Suanne Laqueur, Does Having a Positive Message Automatically Make a Book Good? For both characters, their house represents their grief. Hugs to @tordotcompub for the review copy . Here to talk books, film, mental health and lifestyle. haha sorry Im being so vague. The house itself, although not haunted like I first expected, also acts as another character, releasing shuddering movements at particular times that only the cat can recognize. In the dark of the forest, among the white birch trees, something lies buried. You may think youve read this story before, but its not what you think. The Last House on Needless Street follows awkward shut-in Ted and his loyal sidekick, Olivia the cat. Something horrible may or may not have happened in Teds past. He was once a suspect in a missing person case involving a little girl named Laura. He has only his cat Olivia for company, and he rarely leaves the house. Both Ted and Dee are an absolute wreckage. A stolen child. Recommended For: Fans of Paul Tremblays A Head Full of Ghosts or similar all-is-not-what-it-seems stories. An ordinary house on an ordinary street becomes a pit of unimaginable darkness in this truly nerve-shattering psychological thriller from the author of Little Eve. Nicely put, I reallllyyyy disliked this novel. And that is the beauty of this storygetting to the truth is a circuitous and uneven path, one I never grew tired of. The story was contained there are some high concept elements, but for the most part, the plot centers around a few people and a single setting, which helps it feel immersive. When she returned to London she worked on her first novel while writing for a human rights foundation until she left to take an MA in creative writing from the University of East Anglia. What is the role of music for the civil rights activists? Olivia is Teds cat. Mothers, either of the abusive or excessively smothering variety, who have left their adult children with a boatload of devastating mental health problems have become one of horror fictions most recycled tropes. 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I absolutely loved it, but I guess it could be in part that, as the spouse of a system (person with DID), I really appreciate her final notes on DID. Edition Statement Main. What do you think? The novel alternates between Ellie's perspective in 1965 and Kayla's perspective in 2010. I'll probably re-read this come October or something. Would you walk over to his house, all by yourself, knock on the front door, make friendly conversation? Does anyone else find themselves spiraling into these pits of despair when faced with a book that simply reminds us of how terrible some humans are? When we then switch into kitten Olivias viewpoint its a jarring change. That part was WAY too much. Revenge. Jan 2022, 352 pages Anytime and happy reading! Winston also sings a few verses from "I'll Fly Away" to Ellie on the first night they meet in the tree house on page 277. Known to most as Little Girl with Popsicle, her sister Lulu disappeared and was never seen again. I couldnt agree more with everything you said above . ** This title earned me the Animal Companion badge in the Spells & Spaceships SFF collection! BookBrowse seeks out and recommends the best in contemporary fiction and nonfictionbooks that not only engage and entertain but also deepen our understanding of ourselves and the world around us. Ward dips back into the past at times and we learn more about Teds childhood, as well as the events at the lake the day Lulu disappeared. A teenage girl who isnt allowed outside, not after last time. // Lets Talk Bookish. It all just struck me as so much unnecessary red herring. Lets discuss your favorite reads or listens. "The new face of literary dark fiction." After finishing it, I wouldnt describe it as that; its more of a gothic psychological thriller. I certainly didnt, which I guess makes me the perfect reader! An unspeakable secret binds them together, and when a new neighbor moves in next door, what is buried out All storytellers are liars, but Catriona Ward is a particularly good one. There are too many plot contrivances that ask us to be extremely generous with our willing suspension of disbelief, too many supporting characters who seem like exaggerated and even cartoonish caricatures. The main story takes place eleven years after a six-year old girl named Lulu went missing down by the lake. I love this cover! But I think Ward could have given poor Ted a mother who fit that trope, if thats the trope she really needed to utilize, without going overboard into making the woman into some kind of Resident Evil villain performing devilish medical experiments on missing children. Its another way to show how unreliable all of the characters are, since they never seem to agree on what they see or experience. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Do you believe this could have been true? If youve read the novel, you understand that mental illness is the central plot. All these things are true. All these things are true. Click here to receive notifications of An Average Life new posts by email. However, intrinsically, The Last House on Needless Street is a tale of survival. I really cant say a lot more without giving away major plot secrets, youve got to just enjoy the ride for The Last House On Needless Street, the intrigue is blinding in this one and the ending is nothing short of incredible. The Last House on Needless Street is surrounded by buzz and gushing blurbs from big name authors, and in my opinion all of it is well deserved. Glad you loved it as much as I did :-). Look, misdirection is fantastic. Once you realize misdirection is the entire goal here, its no longer misdirection, its just a book believing that its smarter than its readers. A stolen child. The other device the author uses is that she shows the same events from two different perspectives. Olivia sounds like a really interesting point of view, makes me wonder what my cats would say about me Great review! This is the story of Ted, who lives with his young daughter Lauren and his cat Olivia in an ordinary house at the end of an ordinary street. How do the idea and perception of protest differ in 1965 to the present day? I've never heard that phrase "not to yuck anyone's yum" as that's the quote of the day! An be able to figure things out. Although gothic and dark throughout, theres a surprisingly positive thread that emerges. His mother always warned him how dangerous the outside world was, and she wasnt wrong. Dee has never been the same since her sister went missing on a family holiday. As I delved deeper into the subconscious of these characters, I found myself horrified by what I found, which is what prompted me to consider abandoning it. Submitted by users as part of their reviews. He does go out, though these excursions usually result in awkward and unpleasant encounters, to put it mildly. But there is an area in the forest he considers sacred and inhabited by gods. A stolen child. Dartmoor was the one place the family returned to on a regular basis. Clearly this was not the case while it slowly dawned on me that the evil in this book is purely human. First, were led to believe Ted is the villain throughout the novel abusing animals, keeping his daughter locked up, drinking uncontrollably, living slovenly and (maybe) killing people only to realize in the end that he is the victim and maybe everything weve been told prior isnt exactly true. Look for a review on the blog later this week! Author Bio, First Published: Am I getting too big picture here? The mysteries the two core mysteries get explained, but there are so many ancillary things thrown in to keep the reader off balance that I still cant make sense out of what was important and what wasnt. Oh yes, "Sundial" is on my TBR and I'll get to it soon I'm sure, she's an amazing writer! When hes at home, he enjoys watching monster truck shows, looking after Olivia, and he eagerly anticipates visits from Lauren (whom Olivia hates), even though she tends to misbehave very badly before she goes away. Ted also mentions that sometimes he goes away, and hes not sure what happens when he does. I love when I can read a book and I truly not know the direction that it will take. Murder. Author Im not generally someone who reads horror, as I tend to suffer from nightmares, but this review sounds really tempting. In the last house on Needless Street lives Ted, his daughter Lauren and cat Olivia. A stolen child. He doesnt work and it isnt clear what he does for money, though its mentioned that he has pawned off a lot of old family possessions. You think you know whats inside the last house on Needless Street. Ward initially worked as an actor based in New York. BOOM! Please be aware that this discussion guide will contain spoilers! Experience is not what happens to you; it's what you do with what happens to you. This novel was hard to put down and ended up being an instant page-turner. All these things are true. Any page references refer to a USA edition of the book, usually the trade paperback version, and may vary in other editions. His young daughter stays from time to time, but he keeps her hidden away too. 100-Word (or Less) Synopsis: All is not what it seems on Needless Street. He found her after her mother and siblings all passed away one stormy night. This is the twist that has largely propelled the novel to popularity, but I felt his childlike and duplicitous portrayal made it difficult to offer the forgiveness that Ward was going for. The writing itself was not the problem, it was what the characters were doing to each other, or at least, what we are led to believe they are doing to each other. (LogOut/ You may think youve read this story before, but its not what you think Catriona Ward is no stranger to gothic fiction. Ive seen this everywhere lately, definitely going to have to pick it up! If good intentions made for great novels, Id be only too happy to join the chorus of praise. WebThe last book I can think of that I finished (that probably wasnt worth the effort of finishing) was The Last House on Needless Street. This is probably a story best suited in physical form so you can revisit sections as the mystery unfolds. This adds to the atmosphere of desperation and the knife edge feeling that something explosive could occur at any moment. A stolen child. And yet they are all lies. Debjani Ghosh recently postedThe Invitation by Vi Keeland Review, Thanks Debjani, I hope you get the chance to read it, and Ill be curious to hear your thoughts:-), I loved this book and agree with your review. In the dark forest at the end of Needless Street, lies something buried. How did the alternating timelines and voices impact your reading experience? From Teds first person narrative, we get the impression that hes dealing with quite a few issues, although its not clear exactly what those issues are. This plot is so intricate, I cant help but be in awe of the planning it must have required, which is one of the reasons Im so impressed by this book, even if it pushed me to my empathetic edge. Synopsis: A communitys past sins rise to the surface when two women, a generation apart, find themselves bound by tragedy and an unsolved, decades-old mystery. A Blog about science fiction, fantasy and more! It was a genuine surprise and just made me love this novel even more, even though I wanted more with the ending, still thought it was an excellent reading adventure. Its a form of mental illness that is still not well understood, but has been featured so often as a device in horror stories and thrillers that its more or less become cliche. This is a book thats oppressive and disturbing, sometimes nearly overwhelming in its sadness, but one that comes from a place of real humanity and caring. This is a fabulous review! How do you imagine Ellie felt? Excerpt| EXCLUSIVE: Andy Serkis and Jonathan Cavendish s Imaginarium Productions has optioned film rights to Catriona Ward s upcoming new novel The Last House on Needless Street. Viper will publish in the UK on March 18 and Tor Nightfire will publish in the U.S. in late September. Ward will executive produce alongside the Imaginarium. She built up the setting well, characters that are relatable, and makes it so once this ride was over, youll be completely blown away once you start to put all the pieces together. The story is told from multiple points of view: Ted, Olivia (yes you heard that right, the cat), DeeTeds new neighbour, and Lauren. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Too much contrivance was required to make the story work. Secrets, shame, and adoption in the 1960sa poignant tale of a mother's enduring love. Book cover artwork is copyrighted by its respective artist and/or publisher. Im relieved I kept going because being pushed to the brink is clearly what the author intended with her plot development. But the way you know misdirection and especially plot twists have been done correctly is if you as the reader can reverse-engineer the story, looking back at earlier sections to discover, yes, there were the clues along, there was always enough information in the narrative for me to have solved this if I had been observant enough. I strongly agree that the sister should have been a reliable narrator. I'm so glad to see another fan of The Last House on Needless Street, though! Here it does. Revenge. Instead in many ways it perpetuated stereotypes of those with mental illnesses as untrustworthy, incapable of taking care of themselves or unable to contribute to society in meaningful ways. Olivia is the fly on the wall but an unreliable spy at best, since she talks only of her own interests. Language English. Search String: Summary| ISBN10 1788166183. Theres something weird going on in this book. The Last House on Needless Street follows Ted, who lives with his daughter Lauren and his cat Olivia in an ordinary house at the end of an ordinary street. Time is not always linear in this story, so flashbacks of Dee and Teds childhood interrupt the suspenseful present-day plotline, while other times its unclear whether someone is recalling a memory or creating one. Enter your email address to receive notifications of new posts by email. In the most basic sense, The Last House on Needless Street follows the story of Ted, a lonely man who lives in a boarded up house (on Needless Street, From the ramshackle houses to the disappearing children, theres something nefarious at foot but is it human or supernatural? The Last House on Needless Street moves away from the historical to the contemporary gothic, but deserves just as much praise and attention. Which is more important to the Hockley family? For example, both Brenda and Ellie were raised in the same society, but had very different values and, consequently, led very different lives. Wow, that's so awesome to hear you loved it this much and for sure, it's definitely re-readable! Stephen KingCatriona Ward's The Last House on Needless Street is a shocking and immersive read perfect for fans of Gone Girl and The Haunting of Hill House.The new face of literary dark fiction. Sarah Pinborough, New York Times --Sarah Pinborough, New York Times bestselling author of Behind Her Eyes The buzzis real. Catriona Ward is an American and British horror novelist. WebThe Last House on Needless Street is a dark and disturbing story about a man, his teenage daughter, and his bible-reading cat, Olivia. Synopsis This is the story of a serial killer. This is one of my favorite story devices and it works so well here. In what ways does the society that the characters were born into impact who they become? Switching between POVs, Needless Street is the tale of Ted-a reclusive drunk, his cat Olivia, daughter Lauren and Dee-a woman in search of her missing sister Lulu. Your review has just cemented my wish to get it sooner. In the middle of this now, and Im enjoying myself! Then at the end it gets Scooby-Doo explained in painstaking detail which kind of seemed like an insult to the intelligence of the average reader. This article about an American writer is a stub. What does it represent in each timeline? Ted and Olivia live mostly in the dark because hes boarded up the windows with plywood. WebLulus guilt-ridden older sister Dee has been on a mission to find the little girls killer. Definitely my favorite thing about the snow! And there are even more mysteries to solve: who exactly is the Chihuahua Lady and how is she involved in all this? All the main characters, besides Dee, are his separate identities. I can understand why so many readers are praising this book to the skies. Now, youve given me a totally different perspective.it almost sounds like this novel is more one of those violent thrillers instead of a horror novel thats designed to be scary, but also makes you laugh nervously because its fun to be scared. I got about halfway through The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward and debated closing the book for good I just wasnt sure I could handle it anymore. Lying narrators aside, the scarf nonsense alone would have soured me on Wards story. Narrated by Matthias Hofer. The nitty-gritty: A creepy, disturbing tale perfect for fans of twisty, psychological horror. Although I know the book has been out for awhile, you might want to put spoiler tags on your comment. An exquisitely rendered portrait of a unique father-daughter relationship and a moving memoir of family and identity. I can hardly wait to read Catriona Wards next book! document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Could it have been better? All these things are true. Thanks Sarah! That novel, Rawblood (distributed in the United States as The Girl from Rawblood), was published in 2015. Recommended for spooky season, but reader beware! Dees journey was surprisingly nightmarishwe learn she is afraid of snakes for exampleand I thought her character added a nice dimension to the story. What is the significance of what happens to each house at the end of the novel? The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward is one of those rare novels I read that kept me on the edge of my seat from the moment I started. Gotta agree with all of this. , Oh Im so used to just ignoring blurbs most of the time, especially Stephen King, he blurbs everything these days! So, where do I even start with this?! This is the story of a serial killer. You might have a chapter from Olivias point of view and what shes observing from inside the house, and the next chapter might shift to Dee, who is in the house next door, watching the same event unfold. Thats where youre wrong. Shes there to make his life better, to make him smile when hes sad and calm him when hes stressed. A thick, quiet woodland where you could hide anything. At this point, Ward asks us to believe a chain of events that are frankly incredible. Is Brenda lonely in Round Hill despite being surrounded by the people she grew up with? While this helped explain many of the scenarios presented, I often struggle with plot points that hinge on mental illness because it often portrays the character as a victim or villain. WebThe Last House on the Street touches upon several national current events in each timeline, for example: LBJ passing the Voting Rights Act in the 1965 timeline and the Ward read English at St Edmund Hall, Oxford. Im glad you kept this spoiler-free. All these things are true. Expectation: A page-turning supernatural thriller. Just $45 for 12 months or Spam Free: Your email is never shared with anyone; opt out any time. Oct 12, 2021 | Book Reviews, Horror, mystery, Thriller | 12 comments. Article Start a free 30-day trial today and get your first audiobook free. It's all just so preposterous. And yet they are all lies. The Nerd Daily 2023. How would the story be different if they were just friends? Search: See below for more (spoiler filled) details on that. Publication City/Country United Kingdom. Death. How did you feel after you learned of Brenda and Miss Pat's involvement in Winston's death? Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Prepare to be scared, angry and heart-broken, all in one book. What is the importance of society and "fitting in" for the characters in the 1965 timeline? In a boarded-up house on a dead-end street at the edge of the wild Washington woods lives a family of three. A teenage girl who isnt allowed outside, not after last time. A man who drinks alone in front of his TV, trying to ignore the gaps in his memory. And a house cat who loves napping and reading the Bible. Reviews| I couldnt put it down! You think youve read this story before. A teenage girl who isnt allowed outside, not after last time. Its a very unique book and one Ill remember for many years to come. This has been in my list for a while.I just might get it now thanks! You did such an amazing job to talk about everything without spoilers, lol. Frustrated with the lack of results from the police, she has zeroed in on Ted as the prime suspect. This is a psychological horror story that leads you to believe certain things, but then pulls the rug out from under you late in the story. A stolen child. 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