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Book Review of Home Before Dark

Home Before Dark
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A ghost story that sends chills down your spine. Except it isn't a ghost story but it is a ghost story but it isn't. That is how much of the feel of the book goes. You are on a delightful roller coaster ride and not sure what the heck is going on.
This story is about a haunted house and the family who lived in it and fled, leaving all their possessions behind. It mostly revolves around their daughter Maggie who at the time of the haunting was 5 years old. Fast forward 25 years later and Maggie is a busy individual who remembers nothing of the haunting. Matter of fact, even after dad wrote a book of it, she still believes it was all made up. After her dad passes away, she finds he left everything to her, including the house. To face her demons and find out the truth, she makes her way back to the place that has been, unfortunately, a big part of her life.
Really enjoyed the story and not only did it keep me guessing, it had a wonderful pace. The ending was crazy but it also felt like too many things were getting thrown at you at one time. I felt it a bit overwhelming and rushed. Other than that a great story.