Wylding Hall
Wylding Hall
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Brief
148
Novel • Fiction
English Countryside • 1970s
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Wylding Hall by Elizabeth Hand is a supernatural tale of a British folk band retreating to a remote mansion to record an album. The group confronts mysterious occurrences and dark forces, leading to a band member's disappearance. The story unfolds through interviews, revealing eerie and unsettling events that blur reality and folklore.
Mysterious
Unnerving
Melancholic
Fantastical
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Elizabeth Hand's Wylding Hall captivates with its atmospheric blend of folk horror and music. Readers praise its immersive storytelling and eerie setting, although some find the fragmented narrative disorienting. The novel's haunting, otherworldly ambiance is often lauded, making it a compelling read for fans of the genre.
Who Should Read Wylding Hall?
Fans of eerie, atmospheric narratives like The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson or The Secret History by Donna Tartt will enjoy Wylding Hall. It's perfect for those who appreciate gothic mysteries with a blend of music, folklore, and the supernatural woven into an immersive, haunting tale.
148
Novel • Fiction
English Countryside • 1970s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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