We Have Always Lived in the Castle

The novel is narrated by Mary Katherine 'Merricat' Blackwood, who lives with her older sister Constance and their ailing Uncle Julian.

The family is ostracized by the local community due to a tragic event in their past.

When their cousin Charles arrives, he disrupts their isolated life, leading to a series of ominous and destructive events.

The novel explores themes of isolation, family secrets, and the sinister undercurrents of small-town life.

It culminates in a dramatic fire and the subsequent rebuilding of the sisters' lives, highlighting their resilience and love for each other.