The Spite House A Novel
The Spite House by Johnny Compton, published by Tor Publishing Group on March 5, 2024, is a 272-page novel written in English. This Gothic thriller explores themes of grief, death, and the complexities of a father’s love as it follows Eric Ross, who is fleeing a mysterious past with his two daughters. When they discover an opportunity to care for the Masson House, known as the “most haunted place in Texas,” Eric sees a chance for a fresh start while also seeking to uncover the secrets that haunt his family.
Readers will find a chilling narrative that intertwines horror and emotional depth as Eric and his daughters confront the house’s eerie history. The story delves into the psychological impact of their experiences, raising questions about the nature of fear and the bonds of family. As they document the paranormal occurrences, the tension escalates, revealing the haunting legacy that drives them from place to place. This edition presents a compelling exploration of the supernatural within a familial context, making it a notable addition to the genre.
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A Best Horror Book of the Year (Esquire)! • A Bram Stoker Award Nominee! • A 2024 Legacy Awards Nominee! • A Finalist for the Reading the West Book Awards!
A terrifying Gothic thriller about grief and death and the depths of a father’s love, Johnny Compton’s The Spite House is a stunning debut by a horror master in the making—The Babadook meets A Head Full of Ghosts in Texas Hill Country.
Eric Ross is on the run from a mysterious past with his two daughters in tow. When he comes across an ad for a caretaker for the Masson House, Eric hopes they have finally caught a lucky break. The owner of the “most haunted place in Texas” is looking for proof of paranormal activity. All they need to do is stay in the house and keep a detailed record of everything that happens there—provided the house’s horrors don’t drive them all mad, like the caretakers before them.
The job calls to Eric, not just because of the huge payout, but because he needs access to the secrets of the spite house. If it is indeed haunted, maybe it will help him understand the uncanny power that clings to his family, driving them from town to town, too afraid to stop running…
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