Castle of the Cursed

by Romina Garber

[Quirky Cat]

Book Summary:

After a sudden and horrifying attack, Estela is left all alone in the world. Or so she thought. Months later, she receives a mysterious letter summoning her home to a Spanish castle where he aunt lives.

It’s safe to say that this is no ordinary castle, as something dark lingers under the crumbling foundation. Estela will have to get to the bottom of it if she hopes to survive, but doing so has a price.

My Review:

Oh, how I love diving into a gothic fantasy. Castle of the Cursed certainly meets that bill, with an added dash of horror and romance. This book is for you if you love a story full of folklore, familial secrets, vampires, and blood.

I really enjoyed this book because it kept me on my toes. Every time I thought that I had a feel for it and thought I knew what would happen next, BAM! It hit me with another twist. It wasn’t afraid to take risks and had a bit of fun along the way.

Part of me wishes we could have seen more of the world (worlds?) and the magical structures, but I usually walk away from fantasy books wanting more. This book weaves a rich amount of lore (and pain) into its pages, making it the perfect foundation for Estela’s story.

The romantic subplot felt a little young, but it was a nice balance for all the darkness in this book. On that note, be sure to check out the trigger warnings before diving into Castle of the Cursed.

Highlights:
Gothic Fantasy
Romantasy
Vampires & Blood
Haunted House

Trigger Warnings:
Death of a parent
Suicidal Ideation

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