Published by Gallery Books Genres: Fiction, Horror, Mystery, Supernatural, thriller
Format: ARC, eBook
Be careful what you wish for…
Jennifer McMahon knows how to write creepy, atmospheric and haunting reads with underlying dread and tension. You know there is something sinister going on in this book but what?
2019: Jax has received nine missed calls from her sister, Lexie. Believing her sister is manic, she goes to bed and learns the next day that her sister is dead. Lexie has drowned in a pool at their grandmothers’ estate. Prior to her death, Lexie has been researching their family history including the history of their grandmother’s estate.
1929: Ethel Monroe wants a baby. When her husband takes her on a trip to Vermont where a new hotel boasts having a natural spring. Vacationers love it, while the townspeople whisper about it, they fear it, they warn others that “the springs give miracles, but they always take something in return.”
What do you wish for? If you thought your wish would be granted, would you make that wish? Would you care if there were consequences? Do you believe the warnings? Is there truth to the warnings or would you think someone was trying to mess with your head? Is your imagination getting the best of you? Would you swim in the springs?
Both storylines are enjoyable and as each plot line provides history on the hotel, the estate and Jax and Lexie’s family. As the story unfolds, the book gets creepier, atmospheric and has a supernatural haunting vibe to it. I enjoyed how both storylines unfold.
Do not swim in a pool of water where you cannot see the bottom. End of story. That and Jennifer McMahon’s books are awesome. The Winter People is my favorite but this one was another solid, creepy read. Ever notice her books are always perfect for reading on dark fall and winter nights???
Fans of McMahon and atmospheric creepy tales will enjoy this one. It is not graphic or overly scary, but it is chilling, dark and haunting.
Thank you to Gallery Books and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.