Surrounded by Stones: A Ghost Story
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| Rating | : | 4.36 (806 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1515094731 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 198 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-05-12 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Terry Daly Karl is a resident of Akron, New York, where she has always been intrigued by the local history and lore that inspired her novel, Surrounded by Stones. Karl studied psychology at the University of New York at Buffalo and is also a former postmaster, having worked for the USPS for twenty nine years.
Overall, it’s an excellent tale for readers who love to put together clues and appreciate a brush with the supernatural. It’s clear that the author has a strong sense of ghost folklore, Irish fairy stories, and the practices surrounding communication with the dead, particularly in the séance scenes. From Kirkus Reviews “… Karl does a good job of sprinkling the tale with spooky details. … A well-paced paranormal mystery.” –Kirkus Reviews
It is a dark tale of loneliness, abuse, and madness, written in 1890 by a seventeen-year-old girl named Shaney.As Rae becomes captivated by Shaney’s story, Mark develops a dangerous sleepwalking tendency—and both begin to suffer life-altering effects. And when a séance thins the veil between the living and the dead, a cryptic warning leads to a terrifying search for answers as the couple struggles to discover the truth behind an age-old murder mystery.In a compelling tale of supernatural secrets and the stories that haunt us, Surrounded by Stones is a surprising modern-day ghost story with deep historical roots, reminiscent of many pieces of local small-town lore.. For young couple Mark and Rae, buying a house together symbolizes a brand-new start. But once the renovations begin on their historic Akron home, it isn’t long before Rae begins to sense an unusual presence.When an old diary is discovered, stashed away behind an upstairs molding, a disturbing history begins to reveal itself, uncovering the sinister secrets of the home’s haunting past
y said Five Stars. very good read!!!!!. First rate An entertaining read that will keep you engaged till the end of the story. The author succeeds in effectively intertwining the lives of the present day owners of a home in upstate New York, with the lives of the former residents of the house. Hidden indiscretions are finally brought. great read When a hundred year old journal turns up in Rae and Mark's new home, creepy things start happening! Can Rae decipher the journal's message and set long-time transgressions to rights? Surrounded by Stones is great page-turner with relatable characters in set a small town. Very entert