The brilliant, chilling debut of Karen White's New York Times bestselling Tradd Street series, featuring a Charleston real estate agent who loves old houses—and the secret histories inside them.
Practical Melanie Middleton hates to admit she can see ghosts. But she's going to have to accept it. An old man she recently met has died, leaving her his historic Tradd Street home, complete with housekeeper, dog—and a family of ghosts anxious to tell her their secrets.
Enter Jack Trenholm, a gorgeous writer obsessed with unsolved mysteries. He has reason to believe that diamonds from the Confederate Treasury are hidden in the house. So he turns the charm on with Melanie, only to discover he's the smitten one...
It turns out Jack's search has caught the attention of a malevolent ghost. Now, Jack and Melanie must unravel a mystery of passion, heartbreak—and even murder.
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"The setting of this book is in Charleston where a woman (Melanie, who can see ghosts) inherits an old Charleston home from an old man that she barely knows. Or so she thinks. This book is a ghost story that is all about unraveling a mystery dating back to the Civil War AND the truth about what happened to the old man's mother. I really enjoyed this book and look forward to more in what is to become a series featuring Melanie."
— Reca (4 out of 5 stars)
There is a rhythm to the writing of Karen White. It has a pace, a beat, a cadence that is all its own.
— Jackie K. Cooper, The Huffington PostWhite’s dizzying carousel of a plot keeps those pages turning, so much so that the book can [be]—and should be—finished in one afternoon, interrupted only by a glass of sweet iced tea.
— Oprah.comWhite captures the true essence of Charleston by intertwining the sights and smells of the historic town with an enchanting story filled with ghostly spirits, love, and forgiveness…a once-in-a-lifetime series.
— Fresh FictionThis is storytelling of the highest order: the kind of book that leaves you both deeply satisfied and aching for more.
— Beatriz Williams, New York Times bestselling author of Tiny Little ThingReaders will find White’s prose an uplifting experience as she is a truly gifted storyteller.
— Las Vegas Review-Journal" For some reason I can't resist books about historical, slightly paranormal, mysteries, set in Charleston in big old mansions. I really liked the first Karen White book I read, On Folly Beach and enjoyed this one just as much. Melanie Middleton and I share a love of spreadsheets that's very real and very deep. :) "
— laninaki, 2/1/2014" Loved this book. kept my attention to the end, wanted to read more! she also has two others that follow this one,but this was the best. "
— Rita, 1/27/2014" I love books set in the historical city of Charleston, SC. Can't wait to read more from this author. "
— Barbara, 1/17/2014" Really great mystery with characters that I got into. "
— Jen, 1/9/2014" A few of my friends liked this book so I had to try it....I also really liked it! "
— Lauren~, 1/8/2014" Loved this... entertaining.... Great read for a little spooky fun "
— Lisa, 1/7/2014" I had a love/hate relationship with this book. Loved the Charleston setting and the ghosts, but hated the childish personality of the main character. "
— Kristi, 12/25/2013" One of my favorite books! Could be because it's about a 30 something realtor in Charleston - hahaha. "
— Tracy, 12/16/2013" This book was easy to read with good character development and a story line which was enjoyable. "
— Veronica, 11/18/2013" If you like the paranormal, this is a great read! "
— Marysue, 11/6/2013" Love the paranormal aspect of this book. I love old houses and their ghosts! "
— Missy, 10/20/2013Karen White is a bestselling author who writes what she refers to as “grit lit”—Southern women’s fiction—and has also expanded her horizons into writing a mystery series set in Charleston, South Carolina. She has written more than thirty novels in the genres of mystery, historical fiction, historical romance, and general fiction.
Aimee Bruneau is an actor, director, professor, narrator, and student of theater. She earned her MFA in acting from the American Conservatory Theater. She has worked for theaters in Chicago, San Francisco, Savannah, Seattle, and France. Her audio narration earned her a spot as a finalist for the prestigious Audie Award in 2010.