I have to admit, scary stories are not ones that I normally pick up to read or review. But there was something about this one that really called to me.
Maybe it was the fabulous cover art. Maybe it was the synopsis. Whatever it was, I am excited to share my thoughts with you on this upcoming release.
But before I do, let me clarify. Personally, I would not classify this as a horror story. Paranormal and paranormal suspense, absolutely yes, with a capital Y. Read on for my full review.
The Hacienda by Isabel Cañas
Publisher : Berkley (May 10, 2022)
ISBN-13: : 978-0593436691
OVERVIEW:
During the overthrow of the Mexican government, Beatriz’s father was executed and her home destroyed. When handsome Don Rodolfo Solórzano proposes, Beatriz ignores the rumors surrounding his first wife’s sudden demise, choosing instead to seize the security that his estate in the countryside provides. She will have her own home again, no matter the cost.
But Hacienda San Isidro is not the sanctuary she imagined.
When Rodolfo returns to work in the capital, visions and voices invade Beatriz’s sleep. The weight of invisible eyes follows her every move. Rodolfo’s sister, Juana, scoffs at Beatriz’s fears—but why does she refuse to enter the house at night? Why does the cook burn copal incense at the edge of the kitchen and mark the doorway with strange symbols? What really happened to the first Doña Solórzano?
Beatriz only knows two things for certain: Something is wrong with the hacienda. And no one there will save her.
Desperate for help, she clings to the young priest, Padre Andrés, as an ally. No ordinary priest, Andrés will have to rely on his skills as a witch to battle the malevolent presence haunting the hacienda.
Far from a refuge, San Isidro may be Beatriz’s doom.
The Hacienda by Isabel Cañas Review
Once in a great while, you come across a book that blows your mind. Sometimes it is hard to say what it is exactly. But you know this is going to be special.
This book is one of those.
The Hacienda is a mixture of so many nuances it completely sucks you in and blows your mind with the amazing skills the author displays.
It is a lesson in history. A Gothic suspense of paranormal eeriness that causes you to hold your breath. It is a richly told, all-consuming story of sinister acts, dark secrets, forbidden love, power, and hate. It is a book you will not be able to stop reading and cannot wait to read again.
This author has made her mark in the literary scene with this work of art that captures your soul on so many levels.
Awesome story for lovers of scary stuff, ghosts stories, secret romance, and bumps in the night. I bet the audio version will be a winner too!!!!
5 Fabulous Stars!
Disclaimer: Chris has personally reviewed the product listed above. She has not received any monetary compensation for her review but did receive a free ebook so she could evaluate and use it for this post. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ.
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