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Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

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In Mexican Gothic, did you enjoy ...

... the gradual, chilling build-up of dread and suspense?

The Silent Companions by Laura Purcell

If you were drawn into the slow, atmospheric unraveling of Mexican Gothic, you'll be captivated by The Silent Companions. Set in a crumbling English estate, the story follows newly widowed Elsie as she uncovers disturbing secrets and experiences escalating supernatural horrors. Like Noemí’s journey, Elsie’s descent into the estate’s mysteries is a masterclass in mounting tension and creeping dread.

... gothic horror featuring dangerous, corrupting supernatural forces?

The Death of Jane Lawrence by Caitlin Starling

If the sinister, almost sentient evil at High Place intrigued you, The Death of Jane Lawrence delivers a similar thrill. Jane, newly married, discovers her husband’s house is plagued by inexplicable, horrifying phenomena. The story’s dark, twisted magic and psychological intensity will satisfy your craving for the corrupting supernatural and its terrifying consequences.

... detailed, immersive settings that become almost characters themselves?

Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier

If you loved how the decaying High Place mansion seemed to pulse with secrets and menace in Mexican Gothic, you’ll be enthralled by Manderley in Rebecca. The estate is lushly described and filled with an oppressive atmosphere, shaping the protagonist’s experiences and the novel’s haunting tone.

... ambiguous, psychologically rich horror where reality and delusion blur?

The Little Stranger by Sarah Waters

If you appreciated how Mexican Gothic played with psychological unease—making Noemí and the reader question what’s real—The Little Stranger will draw you in. Dr. Faraday’s encounters with inexplicable events in Hundreds Hall blur the lines between haunting and mental unraveling, creating a similar sense of dread and uncertainty.

... resourceful, vividly drawn female protagonists confronting the unknown?

The Twisted Ones by T. Kingfisher

If Noemí’s courage and wit in the face of unspeakable horror was a highlight for you, The Twisted Ones offers a contemporary spin. Mouse, a practical and sharp-witted protagonist, stumbles upon eldritch terrors while clearing out her late grandmother’s house, making her journey both riveting and relatable.

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