If you’ve ever found yourself enchanted by the eerie charm of The Addams Family, then spooky season is the perfect time to curl up with a book that embodies that same delightful mix of darkness, wit, and whimsy.
The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson
In this gripping, modern-day retelling of Carrie, Tiffany D. Jackson delivers a chilling story about race, bullying, and the dark secrets lurking beneath the surface of a small town. When Maddy Washington has her secret heritage exposed, the prom night to follow descends into a blood-soaked nightmare. Fans of The Addams Family will appreciate the eerie atmosphere, the twisted dynamics of high school life, and Maddy’s complex, outsider status. Much like Wednesday Addams, Maddy’s story is one of isolation, inner strength, and a desire for revenge in a world that’s rejected her. It’s a perfect blend of supernatural horror and real-world fears that will linger long after you finish.
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Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Step into 1950s Mexico and explore the haunted corridors of High Place, a crumbling mansion filled with secrets. Noemí Taboada, a glamorous socialite with brains and beauty, must uncover what’s driving her cousin mad—and whether the house itself is alive. Fans of The Addams Family will appreciate its spooky atmosphere and family secrets. The novel is rich with Mexican folklore, blending the beauty of Gothic literature with vibrant cultural elements.
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The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune
While not traditionally spooky, The House in the Cerulean Sea is filled with magical misfits and an unconventional family dynamic that will remind readers of The Addams Family. Linus Baker, a lonely caseworker for magical children, is sent to investigate an orphanage filled with strange and wonderful children who don’t quite fit in. The whimsical, heartwarming story balances sweetness with oddball humor, offering an enchanting read for fans of darkly quirky characters. Much like The Addams Family, it’s a celebration of embracing the strange and finding family in the most unexpected places.
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Lakewood by Megan Giddings
Imagine The Addams Family stepping into a dystopian experiment that preys on the marginalized. That’s the eerie setup in Lakewood, where Lena agrees to a mysterious government study for financial reasons, only to find herself part of something much more sinister. With its exploration of ethics, race, and bodily autonomy, this novel delivers psychological horror that’s just as unsettling as any haunted house.
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Amari and the Night Brothers by BB Alston
Enrolling in a supernatural academy, Amari Peters faces all sorts of strange and wonderful creatures, dark forces, and magical tests that echo the quirky, eerie world of The Addams Family. Amari’s story is one of resilience, bravery, and discovering inner strength in a world that doesn’t always accept her. B.B. Alston crafts a world filled with excitement, danger, and dark secrets, making this a perfect spooky season read. Amari’s wit and heart make her a heroine you’ll root for from start to finish.
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Catherine House by Elisabeth Thomas
Welcome to Catherine House, an elite school where students must surrender their freedom for the promise of success. But as Ines grows suspicious of the school’s dark secrets, she realizes she may not make it out alive. This book’s unsettling atmosphere and sense of dread will captivate readers who love a good mystery mixed with eerie, gothic vibes. Think of it as The Addams Family meets dark academia—claustrophobic, sinister, and strange.
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The Hacienda by Isabel Cañas
If you loved The Addams Family’s macabre humor and love for dark, twisted tales, you’ll enjoy the eerie tension between supernatural terror and real-world horror in The Hacienda. It’s like Rebecca, but with ghosts, Mexican history, and a strong-willed heroine. Readers will be captivated by its lush descriptions and slow-building sense of dread.
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Death of Mrs. Westaway by Ruth Ware
Death of Mrs. Westaway delivers a modern-day Addams adventure filled with the moody atmosphere, creaking houses, and deadly secrets —minus the ghoulish humor, but with plenty of suspense. Hal, a struggling tarot card reader, receives a letter that she’s inherited a large estate, but she quickly realizes something is off about the family and the fortune. It’s the perfect novel for anyone who enjoys a family story where not everything is as it seems.
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The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman
The Graveyard Book is a modern classic about a boy raised by ghosts in a graveyard. Bod’s childhood is unlike any other, filled with lessons from ghosts, ghouls, and the occasional witch. This is bound to capture the hearts of anyone who loves the spooky-but-sweet family dynamic of The Addams Family. It’s a whimsical, gothic tale that feels like an old folktale, with plenty of dark humor and ghostly charm.
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A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket
This unforgettable series is a rite of passage for readers everywhere. The Baudelaire orphans, who are constantly plagued by misfortune, face off against the wicked Count Olaf in various darkly hilarious adventures. Much like the Addamses, the Baudelaire children have an unbreakable bond and an odd way of dealing with the tragedies that befall them. This 13-book series is filled with quirky characters, dark twists, and a gloomy atmosphere that fans of the strange and mysterious will love. It’s an epic tale of resilience, cleverness, and finding light in the darkest of places.
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