Rating: 1 / 5 stars and DNF 
 The plot on this was not my cup of tea and I'd have not picked it up if it hadn't been from an author I've enjoyed in the past. No spoilers here, just general thoughts I had while reading. 
 I am beyond bummed that I had to put this in the DNF pile, because I enjoyed Kristin Cashore's other books. Unfortunately, with this book I found myself setting it aside to do other things way too often. I ultimately searched for info on the plot to figure out why I wasn't enjoying it, and the spoiler led me to the decision to put this one away. 
 It was too over-written. I enjoyed the descriptions of the house because it began to feel like a character, but the dewcriptive writing became too much when it applied to every character in the book. 
 There were some "Huh, that's interesting" moments that made me want to read a bit more, but those couldn't contend with the little things that added up in bothering me about the book. 
 The pop-culture references were unnecessary and forced. It felt like the author was trying too hard. And how many times do we need to be told that Jane is wearing 'Doctor Who' pajamas? I love 'Doctor Who', but really?! 
 I really felt over it when I reached Janes interaction with the police. I mean really, she just interrupts another interview by barging in, blurting out something she forgot to tell them, and then turns around and leaves! WTH? I read a bit more beyond that but it really wasn't enjoyable beyond that point. 
 I did like the concept of Jane's umbrellas. But that and the house being kind of neat were the only things I actually enjoyed about this story. 
 It may be meant for another type of reader, but just not for me.