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The Haunting of Hill House

by Shirley Jackson

3.8 out of 5, from 1,142 ratings from Hardcover readers

A doctor interested in the supernatural invites a few guests to stay at a notorious old house. Shy, lonely Eleanor arrives hoping to belong somewhere, and the house takes notice of her.

Facts last checked 2026-10-16

First published
1959
Pace
Slow
Length
Short
Pages
288
Format
Standalone
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Read this if you like horror that relies on atmosphere, ambiguity and beautiful, precise sentences.

Skip this if you want clear explanations and plenty of action.

The feel

Content warnings

  • Death
  • Mental illness

Also reported by Hardcover readers:

  • Suicide
  • Emotional abuse
  • Schizophrenia/Psychosis
  • Suicide attempt
  • Toxic friendship
  • Alcohol
  • Abandonment
  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Ableism
  • Blood

Quick answers about The Haunting of Hill House

What is The Haunting of Hill House about?
A doctor interested in the supernatural invites a few guests to stay at a notorious old house. Shy, lonely Eleanor arrives hoping to belong somewhere, and the house takes notice of her.
Who should read The Haunting of Hill House?
Read it if you like horror that relies on atmosphere, ambiguity and beautiful, precise sentences. Skip it if you want clear explanations and plenty of action.
How long and how fast is The Haunting of Hill House?
It is a slow-paced, short read of about 288 pages, first published in 1959.
Does The Haunting of Hill House have content warnings?
Content we flag: Death, Mental illness.
Can I borrow The Haunting of Hill House for free?
Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends The Haunting of Hill House; the borrow button above searches it for you.
What should I read after The Haunting of Hill House?
Readers who liked it often move on to We Have Always Lived in the Castle, The Turn of the Screw, Mexican Gothic.

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