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1. (Download) The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall Katie Alender audiobook | *ebooks | Download PDF | ePub | DOC #117699 in Books Katie Alender 2016-08-30 2016-08-30Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.00 x .80 x 5.20l, .0 #File Name: 1338032399336 pagesThe Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall | File size: 29.Mb Katie Alender : The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall before purchasing it in order to gage whether or not it would be worth my time, and all praised The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall: 0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Don't pass up another enjoyable book by Katie AlenderBy Cindy WingetI was a little bit leery about reading this book because the reviews weren't high but I have read two other books by this author and liked them both so I thought I would give it a chance. Glad I did! I actually thought this was a very intriguing and unique book. I wasn't thrilled by the ending, not exactly sure why, it just seemed kind of rushed and a

2. bit convenient, but regardless, the rest of the book was interesting enough that I didn't really mind all that much. All the creepy elements were there, as well as the backstories and character building. There was nothing in this book that would deter me from letting my daughter read it (when she is older, she is only 2 right now!) I would say perhaps 11 or 12 and above because of the creep factor and the gloomy backstories to most of the characters. All in all, an enjoyable read that I recommend you read with nothing but candles for light! (adds to the atmosphere)1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Deliciously creepy atmosphereBy Angela's LibraryEven though Im a gigantic wimp, Ive always had a fascination with old abandoned buildings. Theres something mournful and nostalgic about the faded glory of a deserted old hotel or once-stately mansion, especially when the house holds reminders of the lives previously lived there: dishes still set on a dining room table, toys scattered on a nursery floor, paperwork strewn across a desk in a study. I love the weighty sense of history and anticipation, as if the long-dead inhabitants could stroll through the parlor at any moment.Its no surprise, then, that The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall is right up my alley, as the action takes place in the king of all abandoned buildings: an old mental hospital.Delia Piven and her family arrive at The Piven Institute for the Care and Correction of Troubled Females after Delia inherits the property from her great-great-aunt. It doesnt take long for Delia to get the sense that the old sanatorium isnt just eerie its haunted. This suspicion is confirmed when a dark force in the house murders Delia and she returns as a ghost, joining a bevy of other spirits trapped in the asylum.What I Liked:The Perspective: I wasnt expecting The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall to be written from a ghosts point of view, but this tactic worked quite well. I was engrossed by Delias struggle to cope with the bitterness and grief of losing her life and all the people in it, since they can no longer see, hear, or even sense her. Delia goes from having an entire world at her fingertips to being trapped within the confines of the Piven Institute, as well as by the limits of her ghostly abilities.Speaking of these abilities, I really enjoyed the insider look at the ghost experience. Delia must learn the trick of walking through walls and manifesting enough to grasp onto objects. She also learns that ghosts arent invulnerable and can be disfigured and torn apart by other spirits and phantoms, which means Delia must exercise caution even in death. Another interesting tidbit is that Delia experiences weird time slips. Theres one creepy yet poignant scene in the book where Delia sits gazing forlornly out the window while turning the crank of a music box. She turns and turns and turns the crank, losing herself in the melody, and when a noise finally rouses her from her trance she finds two and a half years have passed.The Atmosphere: The Piven Institute is exactly the kind of creepy place that gets me wriggling with excitement. I found myself both terrified by the asylum and wishing I could explore it. In broad daylight, that is. With an army of priests and exorcists by my side.All the spooky accoutrements are accounted for: padded rooms, patient wards with worn leather restraints on the beds, a therapy room furnished with an electroshock chair, and a processing hall still littered with the suitcases and former belongings of the girls who checked in and never checked out. There are desperate messages scratched into the floorboards, eerie melodies played by a ghostly music box, and a multitude of spirits lurking in the rooms where they died, often in terrible ways.The Piven Sisters: Delias attitude, spunk, and modern turns of phrase are a refreshing and amusing contrast to the dark parts of this book. She talks to the living people who occasionally wander into the sanatorium, even though they cant hear her. For example, theres a point when one character is about to go down into the super-scary basement, and Delia chides, Oh, come on[]. Dont go down there! Have you never seen a horror movie?Another great character is Janie, Delias little sister. She starts the novel as a pesky pre-teen, but by the end shes grown into a strong, brave young woman who I really admired.What I Didnt Like:All Characters Besides Delia and Janie: I was disappointed by how flat and one-dimensional many of the characters are in The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall, and I was even more disappointed that Alender didnt introduce a wider assortment of ghosts. I was rabid with curiosity about the spirits with whom Delia shared the asylum: Who were they? What did they look like? How did they die? I got a little of this, but not nearly enough. It was a big missed opportunity on Alenders part.The Plot: I like the pieces that make up this novel but think the book could have used a stronger center for those pieces to revolve around. The premise is that theres some dark power at work in the house, and until Delia uncovers and defeats this power, its going to keep preying on troubled girls. There doesnt seem to be much of a plot arc, though. A lot of the book involves Delia just hanging around being ghostly and biding her time until shes forced into action. Even the ending, where the source of the dark power is revealed, felt a little anticlimactic.Despite my criticisms, I had a good time reading The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall. The setting alone is worth giving this book a go, and Janie and Delias characters simply add to the story. I recommend it to anyone looking for a bit of a scare this Halloween.This review can also be found on my blog, http://AngelasLibrary.com.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I loved Maria My rating is based on the uniqueness of the book and how the twist and turns end up being Epic to some degreeBy Crystal LewisThis book wasn't a top priority and I didn't think I'd actually like the story however I bought for 99 cent on sale so at that price was worth it at 9.99 I'd say no not worth it. The story is actually very real it blends real elements with frictional ones and it's a good mix of family friendships heartbreak coming of age sacrifice a great mix for everyone however I was very annoyed with Delia and her I hate my family I love my family quirks and her little sister bothered me as well- being even get me started on her ex boyfriend and so called best friend. Overall I'd loan this book at its quick and rainy day read. Not very scary at all honestly. Majority of the characters are very lovely and this books has a lot of great twists and turns

3. Delia's new house isn't just a house. Long ago, it was the Piven Institute for the Care and Correction of Troubled Females -- an insane asylum nicknamed "Hysteria Hall." However, many of the inmates were not insane, just defiant and strong willed. Kind of like Delia herself.But the house still wants to keep "troubled" girls locked away. So, in the most horrifying way, Delia becomes trapped. And that's when she learns that the house is also haunted.Ghost girls wander the hallways in their old-fashioned nightgowns. A handsome ghost boy named Theo roams the grounds. Delia learns that all the spirits are unsettled and full of dark secrets. The house, too, harbors shocking truths within its walls -- truths that only Delia can uncover, and that may set her free.And she'll need to act quickly -- before the house's power overtakes everything she loves.Katie Alender brings heart-pounding suspense, gorgeous writing, and a feminist twist to this tale of memories and madness. From School Library JournalGr 7 UpWhen her Great Aunt Cordelia Pevin dies, "little namesake" Delia inherits her home, which was once the Piven Institute for the Care and Correction of Troubled Females. The family heads there once school is out to get the place ready to sell, but Hysteria Hall (as it was nicknamed) has other ideas. And, Delia can't help but think that her parents might actually want her there because of her failed attempt to run off during Spring Break. Very quickly, the teen senses something is dreadfully wrong with the house, but can she escape in time to save her family? The protagonist's path is fraught with challenges and her eventual understanding and acceptance is hard- won. Alender has created a chilling tale of forgotten tragedies and family secrets. Strong female characters anchor the story and its suspenseful tone is carried throughout. The author adeptly imbues the atmosphere with hints that something sinister is lurking just beneath the surface. VERDICT A great choice for fans of horror or suspense novels.Elaine Baran Black, Georgia Public Library Service, Atlanta Praise for The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall:* "Alender creates a fascinating, eerie world... A really scary and original ghost story." -- Kirkus s, starred review"A chilling tale of forgotten tragedies and family secrets. Strong female characters anchor the story." -- School Library JournalPraise for Famous Last Words:"Katie Alender spins a killer ghost story that will haunt your heart." -- Margaret Stohl, #1 NYT bestselling co-author of Beautiful Creatures"A compelling supernatural thriller." -- Kirkus sPraise for Marie Antoinette, Serial Killer:"All the flavor of a macaron, bound by a ganache of sweet, supernatural grit." -- Kirkus s"A story that mixes slice-of-life teen drama with supernatural menace, infused with the sights, sounds, and tastes of a Paris that comes to life in the process." -- Publishers Weekly