Published by Poison Pen Press Genres: Adult Fiction, Fantasy, Fiction, Gothic, Horror, LGBT
Format: ARC, eBook
Locals say Cape Disappointment is haunted. With a name like that, how could it not be?
Lighthouses aren’t just stunning to look at, they serve a purpose. They are used to warn ships of dangerous shallows and rocky coasts. They light the way for safe sailing. Can they also be used to keep other kinds of danger at bay?
Told in different timelines, They Drown Our Daughters is chilling and atmospheric with strong gothic vibes. Meredith and her young daughter have come back to Meredith’s childhood home. Her mother is in the early stages of Alzheimer’s Disease believes the stories are real. She doesn’t just believe it, she knows it. She can hear it in the seashell. She knows it is becoming her granddaughter as it has beckoned every woman in their family for generations.
In the past, we see the lighthouse ever vigilant as it sets the stage for what is to come.
“Water, water everywhere and nary a drop to drink…”
This book touches on many things: mothers and daughters, relationships, family legacy, and tragedy. Part ghost story, part mystery, part supernatural, part fantasy. This book jumps around in time but is never confusing. There were things that I wanted more of an explanation on, but overall, this was an enjoyable gothic tale.
The author even included questions at the end for discussion.
Atmospheric, gothic, chilling
Thank you to Poisoned Pen Press and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.