A House with Good Bones is a creepy, and sometimes comedic, occult horror story. Typically, occult horror does not interest me, but I enjoyed the story's focus on insects, vultures and subtle manipulation, and each disturbing moment left me with questions I desperately wanted answered. The mystery is consistently engaging and unravels with satisfying answers. I also appreciated that the book is not longer than it needed to be. This is a great introduction to the southern gothic genre for those who aren't sure it will hold their interest.