1
by Frieda McFadden
02024
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and twisty tone that will resonate with House of Leaves fans.
10 Best Books Like House of Leaves
If you loved House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
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The best books like House of Leaves are:
- 1The Teacher by Frieda McFadden0
- 2The Housemaid by Freida McFadden4.5
- 3The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides4.2
- 4Want to Know a Secret by Freida McFadden4.2
- 5You Love Me by Caroline Kepnes0#3
- 6The Locked Door by Frieda McFadden0
- 7The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins0
- 8The House in the Pines by Ana Reyes0
- 9A Slow Fire Burning by Paula Hawkins0
- 10Never Lie by Frieda McFadden0
When the Navidson family discovers their new house is a quarter-inch larger inside than outside, they uncover a dark hallway that leads to something impossible and terrifying
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2
by Freida McFadden
4.52022332 pages
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a sinister and manipulative tone that will resonate with House of Leaves fans.
3
by Alex Michaelides
4.22019340 pages
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a clinical and obsessive tone that will resonate with House of Leaves fans.
4
by Freida McFadden
4.22026288 pages
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and unsettling tone that will resonate with House of Leaves fans.
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You Love Me
Joe Goldberg #3 (works standalone)by Caroline Kepnes
0
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a disturbing and unnerving tone that will resonate with House of Leaves fans.
7
by Paula Hawkins
02015336 pages
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and unsettling tone that will resonate with House of Leaves fans.
8
by Ana Reyes
0
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a haunting and introspective tone that will resonate with House of Leaves fans.
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by Paula Hawkins
0
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and introspective tone that will resonate with House of Leaves fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like House of Leaves
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Teacher | Frieda McFadden | 0 | 2024 | — | Closest match |
| The Housemaid | Freida McFadden | 4.5 | 2022 | 332 | Similar vibes |
| The Silent Patient | Alex Michaelides | 4.2 | 2019 | 340 | Similar vibes |
| Want to Know a Secret | Freida McFadden | 4.2 | 2026 | 288 | Similar vibes |
| You Love Me | Caroline Kepnes | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Locked Door | Frieda McFadden | 0 | 2021 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Girl on the Train | Paula Hawkins | 0 | 2015 | 336 | Similar vibes |
| The House in the Pines | Ana Reyes | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| A Slow Fire Burning | Paula Hawkins | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Never Lie | Frieda McFadden | 0 | 2022 | — | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to House of Leaves?
The most similar books to House of Leaves are The Teacher, The Housemaid, The Silent Patient.
What should I read after House of Leaves?
After finishing House of Leaves, readers most commonly pick up The Teacher next.
Who writes books like Mark Z. Danielewski?
Authors similar to Mark Z. Danielewski include Freida McFadden, Gillian Flynn, Alex Michaelides.
What genre is House of Leaves?
House of Leaves is a Thriller novel by Mark Z. Danielewski. It features elements of Experimental Format, Unreliable Narrator, Haunted House.
How long is House of Leaves?
House of Leaves varies in length depending on edition.
Does House of Leaves have romance/spice?
House of Leaves has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.
About House of Leaves
When the Navidson family discovers their new house is a quarter-inch larger inside than outside, they uncover a dark hallway that leads to something impossible and terrifying. Danielewski creates revolutionary experimental horror that uses typography, footnotes, and unconventional formatting to mirror the disorienting experience of the house itself. A cult classic that redefined what horror literature could be through innovative storytelling techniques, this novel explores themes of space, reality, and the unknown while using the physical book as part of the horror experience, creating a reading experience that becomes increasingly unsettling as the house's geometry infects the very text itself.