When Sarah McKinley is finally able to buy and restore the historic Florida mansion that she has always loved, she dismisses the horror stories of past residents vanishing and a long-dead housekeeper who practiced black magic. Then, in the midst of renovations, she makes a grim discovery. Hidden within the walls of Sarah’s dream house are the remains of dozens of bodies - some dating back over a century. The door to the past is blown wide open when Caleb Anderson, a private investigator, shows up at the mansion. He believes several current missing persons cases are linked to the house and its dark past. Working together to find the connection and stop a contemporary killer, Sarah and Caleb are compelled to research the history of the haunted house, growing closer to each other even as the solution to the murders eludes them. But there is one who knows the truth…a spirit who follows every move they make. Soon Caleb begins to fear that if he can't stay a step ahead, he could lose Sarah to a killer with an ability to transcend time in a quest for blood and sacrifice.
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"I only gave this story a 3 star rating for it was slow starting for me. I had to force myself to stay with this book. And I was glad I did. Again Ms. Graham turned the story around and I was so shocked with the killers that I had to listen to the book again to see if I had missed the key points and I was very pleased to listen the second time! Stay focused and you will truly enjoy this book! Love, murder, and betrayal!!!!"
— Deborah (4 out of 5 stars)
" Pretty good ghost story/romance set in St. Augustine. "
— Glenn, 2/13/2014" This was my first Heather Graham book. It started out good, then got a little slow paced. I continued with it, and it picked up. Without giving anything away, I liked the fact it had a twist I wasn't expecting. Besides it being slow for a little while, I liked it. "
— Helen, 2/10/2014" i just started to read it today but so far its a good book i finised the book real good ghost and an old house "
— Serena, 1/23/2014" Fairly simplistic writing style with heavy doses of misplaced romantic episodes. However, the storyline was interesting and offered interesting insights into the history and rich cultural heritage of St. Augustine, Florida. (One of my favorite ocean spots.) "
— Maureen, 1/21/2014" first 2010 read of the year "
— Lolita, 1/18/2014" This book didn't get really good till around page 200 which is far too long but I was committed so I kept going. This story was very close to Ghost Walk right down to the characters and the group of tightly knit friends. I would recommend Ghost Walk over this one. I love supernatural stories and at least this one was interesting on that aspect. "
— Kathy, 1/14/2014" Pretty good book, fast read. "
— Melinda, 1/13/2014" I love historical/supernatural books! Heather Graham is a great author :) "
— Trish, 11/21/2013" love heather's books ..have been reading her for several years now. "
— Michele, 11/20/2013" A decent book with an ok ghost story. I do like that it takes place in one of my favorite historical cities. A bit repetitive at times, but overall ok. "
— Jessie, 10/24/2013" Good book even if the supernatural elements Graham used were a little over used (especially in her writing). She writes a good location though- you really get a feel for that old, charming Southern town. "
— Nicole, 9/7/2013" Wonderful! A whodunnit that keeps you guessing. Good story, a little of the paranormal stuff I like, a good touch of romance, and serious mystery. I could not figure out who did it and I couldn't put this book down either. Kudos to Heather Graham. "
— Stacey, 12/26/2012" This book was the first Heather Graham book that I read. I really enjoyed it. "
— Ruth, 11/26/2012" Ghosts....romance.....history. What more could you want in a story. "
— Andrea, 10/3/2012" At the half point of the book, I had correctly guessed half the murder team. Not a surprise at the end. "
— Christine, 6/14/2012" Really enjoyed the book. Now want to read the rest of the Harrison Investigation series! "
— Sharon, 4/16/2012" Good fast reading book, complete with haunted house, ghosts and murder. "
— Cheryl, 1/5/2012" Good book, but was a little slow at first "
— Ashley, 11/12/2011" I picked this book up on a trip to Orlando. I had no idea it was book number 7, and have yet to read the others. But, even late into the series, I very much enjoyed this book. "
— Kimberly, 11/2/2011" I gather that Heather Graham is a bit of an institution in some circles but this was the first book of hears I had read. It was a bit of fun in a swampy, new orleans kind of way. "
— Ideiosepius, 3/13/2011" One of my favorites from Heather Graham. This was a great book, I didn't want to put it down. Lots of leads, some going nowhere led you through a mire of suspects. It all came together great. Highly recommend this one. "
— SJuhl4, 3/2/2011" Yet again another awesome book!! But sadly, that was the last one in the series :( But It was an awesome series!! Now, time to start a new series!! :) "
— Shannon, 2/6/2011" At the half point of the book, I had correctly guessed half the murder team. Not a surprise at the end. "
— Christine, 2/5/2011" Another fun read. Although, it felt rushed at the end. The final scene to solve the mystery and the epilogue was literally 12 pages. Oh well. The rest of the book was entertaining. "
— Starket, 2/4/2011" Had higher hopes for the book based on<br/>The first few chapters. When the book was wrapping up everything happened too fast and was anti-climactic. First book that have read by HG, not running down to the library for another after reading other reviews of this one. "
— Jason, 12/2/2010" Good ghost story. Quick read. "
— Brandy, 11/15/2010" it was okay. i thought there would be a lot more romance and paranormal stuff going on. but it was okay book and for my first book by her, it was okay. "
— Brianna, 10/18/2010" Really picking up found a wall full of bones <br/>Good book <br/> "
— Elvis, 10/10/2010" I enjoyed this book. The story was good, but i am not into spirituality, so this is not an author who I will probably seek otu much more. It was a good mystery with some romance. "
— Anne, 10/8/2010" It takes place down in St Augustine, FL. I like the fact it is kind of a ghost story and it combines romance too! An easy read, but with fun characters. "
— Anya, 9/23/2010" Good story. Well written. Quick wrap up, though. Loved the ghost and the history of the mortuary. "
— Sherry, 8/29/2010" Real good story, kind of disappointed with the ending but all stories have to end..... "
— John, 8/28/2010Heather Graham, a USA Today bestselling author, has written more than a hundred novels. She has won the Thriller Writers’ Silver Bullet Award and a Lifetime Achievement Award from Romance Writers of America. She is an active member of International Thriller Writers and Mystery Writers of America. For more information, find her on Facebook.
Emily Durante has been narrating audiobooks for over ten years and is also an AudioFile Earphones Award–winning audiobook director. She has been acting since the age of seven and has performed in a number of stage productions at the professional, collegiate, and regional levels.