Review of Hattie Vavaseur

[Kavita Shah]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Hattie Vavaseur" by M. Rebecca Wildsmith.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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Hattie Vavaseur is an admirable novel by M. Rebecca Wildsmith. It is a short story comprising 187 pages.

The story introduces the readers to Hattie, who is attending a funeral. Later Bertram, a chauffeur, takes her to an old mansion. During the drive, we pick up that Hattie doesn’t know where she is going and has lost her memories. The old mansion belongs to a mysterious and volatile master, whom Hattie finds difficulty to speak peacefully with.

The butler shows Hattie her room. Upon entering the room, Hattie straightaway goes to sleep. After sleeping she feels refreshed but gets shocked upon finding that the color of the room is pink. A color she hates and despises the most. Read the book to find out why Hattie hates the color pink.

Hattie, who has lost her memories, finds herself in front of unfamiliar people and acts like she recognizes them. Her pride does not allow her to talk about her memory loss and become a laughingstock. Vamelda, a psychic medium, helps Hattie solve the mystery related to a man’s death and recall her memories.

The story is best described as a supernatural mystery, sprinkled with humor and romance. It’s a story about life after death that served as the bridge to redemption. This supernatural mystery is a real page-turner. Themes of afterlife, memory loss, and truth make it a wholesome novel.

Hattie Vavaseur has some memorable characters. For me, Vamelda and Teddy, the horse stable boy, were the stars of the book. Vamelda, an occultist, is a psychic medium having a peculiar speaking manner and Teddy has a knack for pranks. I would not have it any other way without these delightful characters.

The writing style is descriptive, engrossing, and fascinating. Initially, there is an awkward and unsettling atmosphere enveloping the story. It all changes remarkably when the truth gets revealed.

I really enjoyed reading the book. There was never a dull moment, as there were many twists and turns to keep the readers glued to the book. There are clues hidden throughout the book, which, upon a reread, will become more obvious. Readers can read and reread the book without feeling tired.

I rate Hattie Vavaseur four out of four stars. I disliked nothing about the book. A professional has skillfully edited the book, as I did not find any errors while reading. I would recommend it to lovers of supernatural mysteries, readers interested in quirky characters besides the protagonist, and also those looking for a short but engrossing tale.

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[Francis Omotayo Aderogbin]

I like the way you capture the summary of the book. It is exciting and will like to know why Hattie dislikes the colour pink.

[Amy Luman]

I dislike romance in the books I read, it seems mostly unnecessary, so thank you for mentioning it. I can’t even begin to imagine how frightening it would be to lose all of the memories that hold you together.

[MsH2k]

Like Francis Freeman, I would like to know why Hattie hates pink! This does sound like a descriptive, engrossing read. Thank you for an excellent review.

[Hannah Mae Fabro]

Hattie's story sounds intriguing. The plot is also amazing, although amnesia made it a little common and predictable. So it came to me as not as powerful. But I would like to read it if I had spare time. Thank you for your wonderful review.

[Prisallen]

I read this book as well, and I agree with everything you have said. I also loved the character development, especially of Vamelda. Thank you for a superb review!

[Edit_or]

I agree that this book is enjoyable because the review isn’t less. I also find it funny that a girl hates pink. I believe I’ll enjoy this book. Thank you for the review.

[Abril Zacca]

I love supernatural mystery stories! and the cover of the book is beautiful. Amazing review

[Vivian Writes]

Hattie is resourceful and interesting character. Watching her navigate the afterlife will be quite the journey that I’m certain most readers, including I, will enjoy. Your review was succinct, thank you.

[Natalie Sheph]

I like that the book includes short novels, it adds variety to it. Also, the storyline seems very intriguing. Nice review.

[Kavita Shah]

I like the way you capture the summary of the book. It is exciting and will like to know why Hattie dislikes the colour pink.

Pink is quite the striking color which makes it hart to guess why she hates it.
Thank you for the praise!

I dislike romance in the books I read, it seems mostly unnecessary, so thank you for mentioning it. I can’t even begin to imagine how frightening it would be to lose all of the memories that hold you together.

You're welcome. Sometimes we causally say that it would be great to forget something but it really isn't, that's what I feel after reading this book.

[Kavita Shah]

Like Francis Freeman, I would like to know why Hattie hates pink! This does sound like a descriptive, engrossing read. Thank you for an excellent review.

Indeed, it is a descriptive, engrossing read.
Thank you for commenting!

Hattie's story sounds intriguing. The plot is also amazing, although amnesia made it a little common and predictable. So it came to me as not as powerful. But I would like to read it if I had spare time. Thank you for your wonderful review.

Thank you for commenting! It would be great if you are able to read it in your spare time.

[Kavita Shah]

I read this book as well, and I agree with everything you have said. I also loved the character development, especially of Vamelda. Thank you for a superb review!

Vamelda's character can make for a new story in itself. Thank you for commenting!

I agree that this book is enjoyable because the review isn’t less. I also find it funny that a girl hates pink. I believe I’ll enjoy this book. Thank you for the review.

Thank you for the complement and commenting!

[Kavita Shah]

I love supernatural mystery stories! and the cover of the book is beautiful. Amazing review

Then, I hope you'll like reading this one. Thank you for reading!

[Kavita Shah]

I like that the book includes short novels, it adds variety to it. Also, the storyline seems very intriguing. Nice review.

Thank you for commenting!