S2:E7 - We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson (2018 Film)

This week, we’re stepping into the haunting world of Shirley Jackson’s We Have Always Lived in the Castle—a gothic tale of mystery, isolation, and murder. And of course, we’re breaking down its 2018 film adaptation to see if it captures the eerie magic of the book. Isolated mansions, family secrets, and a town full of angry villagers—what more could you want? Join us as we unravel the mystery and madness!

Hosted by Lindsey with co-hosts Crystal and Keri.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson
• We Have Always Lived in the Castle (2018 Film)
• The Ornithologist’s Field Guide to Love by India Holton
• The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels by India Holton
• The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune
• Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
• The Player Next Door by K.A. Tucker
• Midnight Sun by Stephenie Meyer

Question of the Episode:

• “In the end, Merricat and Constance were stuck with the last library books they checked out—If you only had access to the last book or series you were reading, what are you stuck with?”

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introductions

(02:04) Ratings

(07:17) Book vs. Movie Breakdown (SPOILERS)

(55:36) Final Verdicts

(56:08) Question of the Episode