We Used to Live Here: A Novel by Marcus Kliewer

In this chilling debut reminiscent of "Get Out" and "Parasite," Charlie and Eve, a young queer couple who flip houses, discover a seemingly perfect deal on an old house in a quaint neighborhood. Their excitement turns to unease when the previous residents unexpectedly visit, asking to tour their former home.

Eve, a people-pleaser, reluctantly agrees to let them in. From that moment, eerie occurrences plague the house: their youngest child disappears, ghostly apparitions manifest in the basement, and the visitors overstay their welcome despite the unsettling atmosphere. When Charlie mysteriously disappears, Eve descends into paranoia and questions her sanity.

Is the house haunted, or is something more sinister at play with the visiting family? As Eve struggles to unravel the mysteries surrounding her, she grapples with whether the threats are real or figments of her imagination.

Set against a backdrop of escalating tension and psychological horror, this narrative delves into themes of identity, fear, and the boundaries between reality and illusion. With a Netflix adaptation starring Blake Lively on the horizon, the story promises a gripping exploration of how past traumas and present fears intertwine, leaving readers on the edge of their seats until the shocking conclusion. ❤️📚❤️