Bochica had an intriguing premise with its promise of gothic elements, but unfortunately it is excruciatingly slow that it left me yawning and eventually falling asleep. 
 
The setting was eerie with description that flooded my senses. I was on high alert, anticipating the creepiness to be tuned to like an 8, but I quickly learned that it was not going to be THAT kind of suspense. 
 
I struggled the most with Antonia's character who ruminated SO MUCH and delivered little to no action behind all her theories. I also feel like the author didn't know what kind of horror to incorporate as the subject. Is it demons? Is it a cult? Is it a haunting? I was confused, looking for clues as to what I'd encounter next. There's also a bit of romance woven in, but Alejandro as the mmc leaves much to be desired. I didn't like how he was used as a vehicle to reveal the mystery regarding the murders surrounding El Salto. The information being handed to Antonia this way is lazy and disappointing. 
 
My favorite part was reading her mom's journal entries. I think they offered interesting insight to their familial line, and what potential darkness has lurked in their lives.
 
I am not an expert in gothic literature, but this one just ... didn't hit the mark.