I went into The House of Echoes expecting a gripping murder mystery, but what I got was a frustratingly convoluted story that seemed intentionally vague just to keep readers in the dark. The writing style felt needlessly cryptic, making it difficult to engage with the characters or piece together what was actually happening.

And then—the worst part—I slogged through all of that only to discover there was no murder. I’m spoiling it here to save others the disappointment. The buildup led to nothing, and instead of a satisfying reveal, the ending felt like a cheap trick. If you’re looking for a compelling mystery, this isn’t it.

Two stars because the atmosphere was decent, but the lack of payoff left me completely unsatisfied.