By: Charles Willing Beale (1845-1932)
In "The Ghost of Guir House" by Charles Willing Beale, readers are taken on a thrilling journey through the mysterious occurrences at Guir House. The story unfolds with a sense of suspense and intrigue, as the protagonist, Ralph, becomes entangled in the ghostly happenings that plague the house.
Beale effectively builds tension throughout the novel, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they try to unravel the secrets of Guir House. The atmospheric setting adds to the eerie ambiance, creating a sense of unease that lingers long after the final page is turned.
The characters are well-developed and engaging, each with their own motivations and secrets that keep the plot moving forward. As the mystery deepens, readers are kept guessing about the true nature of the ghostly presence haunting Guir House.
Overall, "The Ghost of Guir House" is a captivating read that will appeal to fans of supernatural fiction and mystery. Beale's storytelling is compelling and keeps readers hooked until the very end. Book Description: Do you think you understand ghosts? Now you will.
Paul Henley, seemingly summoned to a mysterious rural Virginia mansion from his home in New York, finds himself as a guest at a remote, dilapidated colonial house with a host and a hostess every bit as mysterious as the house itself. Might Dorothy, his hostess, somehow be implicated in the hideous crime which he came to know took place in the hidden depths of Guir House some years ago? He hardly thought so, she seemed so innocent. And yet .... (Introduction by Roger Melin)
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