Haunt Sweet Home BY Sarah Pinsker

"Haunt Sweet Home" by Sarah Pinsker is a gripping and eerie supernatural tale that delves into the life of Mara, a directionless twenty-something who lands a job as a night-shift production assistant on her cousin's ghost hunting/home makeover reality TV show. The show's kitschy premise involves staging scares to spook new homeowners, a task that Mara quickly learns requires a talent for deception and a strong stomach for the surreal.

However, as she becomes more involved in the production, Mara begins to notice a series of unsettling events that blur the line between the staged scares and genuine supernatural occurrences. These strange happenings are amplified by the presence of a disturbing new coworker, who seems to know more about the show's eerie incidents than they should.

As the boundary between reality and the paranormal starts to crumble, Mara is forced to confront her own fears and insecurities. The job that was supposed to be a simple way to make ends meet becomes a catalyst for a deep exploration of her identity and the ghosts of her own past.

Pinsker weaves a compelling narrative that combines horror, mystery, and personal growth, making "Haunt Sweet Home" not just a spooky ghost story but also a poignant coming-of-age tale. The novel's atmospheric tension and emotional depth will leave readers pondering the true nature of the ghosts that haunt us, both on and off the screen.