The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson

The Haunting of Hill House

Classic Chills in Every Shadow

Written byShirley Jackson
Narrated byBernadette Dunne
Length7h27m
Release dateOctober 4, 2010
LanguageEnglish
★★★★ 4.0 (113 ratings)

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Quick Facts

AuthorShirley Jackson
NarratorBernadette Dunne
Runtime7h27m
PublishedOctober 4, 2010
Rating★★★★ 4.0 / 5 (113 ratings)
CategoriesLiterature & Fiction, Classics, Horror
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Shirley Jackson's 'The Haunting of Hill House' is a masterclass in psychological horror, where the scariest monsters are the ones you can't see. Narrator Bernadette Dunne's performance is a standout, her voice weaving through the story like a spectral presence, bringing Jackson's evocative prose to life. This audiobook is a distinctive listen, not just for its chilling narrative, but for the way it uses silence and suggestion to create an atmosphere that's as unsettling as it is captivating.

Tags: Gothic HorrorPsychological ThrillerClassic LiteratureAtmosphericChillingSlow Burn

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  • Expert narration by Bernadette Dunne brings every character and scene to life across 7h27m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★

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I've listened to my fair share of horror audiobooks, but 'The Haunting of Hill House' stands out in a league of its own. Bernadette Dunne's narration is nothing short of exceptional. She has this way of making every word drip with tension, like she's slowly turning up the volume on a horror movie score. The story itself is a slow burn, but it's worth the wait. Jackson's writing is so rich and atmospheric, it's like she's painting pictures with words. The pacing is deliberate, building up to a climax that's as satisfying as it is terrifying. My only critique? The ending felt a tad abrupt, but it's a small price to pay for an otherwise outstanding listen.

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