No Child of Mine by Nichelle Giraldes

 

When Essie learns she's pregnant, Essie and her husband Sanjay are in for a much bigger surprise than just their unexpected parenthood. The story spans generations and despite the gothic flavour and spookiness scattered all around, draws you in once you realize the background behind the familial curse. The book does not let us down in the creepiness factor - whispering voices, jump scares, lurking shadows, and recurring nightmares, all add to the horror element. Giraldes handles the characterization well, and deftly presents a multi-person narration quite well, and the book has good pacing. This was a lovely read. I am thankful to Giraldes, and the publishers Poisoned Pen Press, for gifting me with a copy of this book.