49 pages 1 hour read

Helen Oyeyemi

White Is for Witching

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009

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Reviews & Readership

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Helen Oyeyemi's White Is for Witching is lauded for its gothic atmosphere, innovative narrative structure, and lyrical prose. Critics praise its exploration of family and identity. However, some find the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Overall, the novel is celebrated for its eerie, haunting quality and rich thematic depth.

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Who Should Read White Is for Witching?

Fans of eerie, literary fiction with a unique narrative style will appreciate Helen Oyeyemi's White Is for Witching. Ideal for readers who enjoyed Shirley Jackson's We Have Always Lived in the Castle or Toni Morrison's Beloved, this novel blends gothic elements, family secrets, and psychological depth.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Fantasy
Gothic Literature
Topics
LGBTQ
Race / Racism
Trauma / Abuse / Violence
Themes
Identity: Race
Relationships: Family
Emotions/Behavior: Hate & Anger