A review by marisalynnreads
The Haunting of Room 904 by Erika T. Wurth

dark mysterious sad tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

Add to your TBR if you like..
🗝️Supernatural thrillers
🗝️Paranormal investigation
🗝️Native American perspectives
🗝️Mediumship

First off, huge thank you to NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for the ALC!

I've been sitting on this review for a while because I really wanted to love this book. The premise—paranormal investigation intertwined with Native American history—is intriguing. However, the story often felt disjointed, pulling in so many different directions that I found myself zoning out and getting bored. If there had been more focus on Olivia, her sister Naiches' death, and the cult she was part of, I believe I would have enjoyed the story more.

The narrator, Ina Barrón, did a fantastic job. Her portrayal of the characters' emotions kept me engaged throughout the listening experience. The little ads for ghost equipment included as chapter breaks added a quirky touch. There is also a Meow Wolf reference in the first chapter, which had me whooping over the shout out🍃💨

Was I disappointed by this? Yes, to some extent. However, I still appreciated the overall premise and would be interested in reading more from this author in the future.