The Haunting of William Thorn | 
so-soBen Alderson's books are a palate, guilty pleasure read so picking up his latest queer, gothic novel version that mixes Shirley Jackson with The Fall of the House of Usher was right up my alley. Unfortunately, the sporadic storytelling, lack of cohesive storytelling, and much needed editing fell short that had plenty of potential for showcasing repressed desires, identity, and gay drama. In short, it was meh.
pickI was hooked from the start. There's so many brilliant twists and clever turns to the story. The ending for the story was utterly perfect. For me I wanted a slightly different one but what it was worked. This takes your through so many emotions along the way. There is as expected a heavy focus on grief but its real and raw. The story jumps from present to the past through Robert's diary which is heartbreaking but so of the times. #Netgalley 5*
