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The Haunting of the Old Box
It is said that behind every tale there is some truth. An evil spirit that haunts the night, a murder, and a haunted box—just a tale to scare the children… right? Fern Black has always loved the supernatural and everything that goes bump in the night. When her university professor asks that she interview the famous murderer Raymond Tibbs, she’s thrilled and terrified both at the same time. After all, to get a firsthand account right from the man who claims he was possessed by a ghost and forced to murder his wife and the family pet? Fern can’t construct the questions fast enough. Little does she know that Raymond is telling the truth. The evil that possessed him has been patient, waiting for him to be moved to the ancient city of Lincoln. Now all it needs is a way to escape the prison. Feeling sorry for Raymond, Fern makes the mistake of touching him and her nightmare begins. The spirit is free to search for his soulmate. Legend says that if the two are ever united, that death and destruction will rule the earth for a thousand years. Can Fern prevent this spirit from reuniting with its other half? Will she survive the torments it inflicts and keep her family safe? Find out in The Haunting of the Old Box Also by Caroline The Spirit Guide The Haunting of Seafield House The Haunting on the Hillside The Haunting of Oldfield Drive The Ghosts of RedRise House 4 book box set Single The Haunting of Brynlee House Daddy Won’t Kill You The Spirit Behind You The Haunting of Shadow Hill House Shorter The Christmas Spirit With Carrie A Christmas Haunting The Haunting of Greyfield Manor The Dark Secret Spiritual Awakenings Child’s Play Crossing Over The Haunting of Briar Park Something Evil This Way Comes With Wicked Intent Silent Screaming The Darkness in the Shadow
- GenresHorror
378 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 29, 2018
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January 30, 2019
Fern is obsessed with the occult and she's excited to interview a reportedly possessed murderer in prison. Raymond Tibbs isn't dangerous, but what he carries inside definitely is. When Fern starts showing signs of possession herself, two paranormal experts come to help. Everything ties back to a Dybbuk box and the evil spirit it contained.
I didn't realize when I started reading this book that I was jumping in at book 5 of a series. But I was easily able to grasp the characters and plot, even without reading the prior books. Gail and Jesse are Spirit Guides, helping people rid themselves of all sorts of evil entities. This time, they have to call in some expert help as the demon involved is very dangerous. This story reminded me of a story I watched on tv about a woman who bought a Dybbuk box in an antique store and accidentally brought a demon home with her. Eeek! The Jewish history and ceremony added a nice depth to this story.
All in all, an enjoyable, quick read. I'm going to backtrack and read more of this series, starting with book one. The concept isn't anything new -- exorcists/ghost-demon hunters travelling about helping people -- but I liked the characters and the plot. It's a simple, scary read....nothing fancy.....brain candy! Pure entertainment. It made for a nice afternoon of reading. I won't be opening any wooden wine boxes anytime soon! :)
The book could do with a bit of editing in places. For example, at one point the character Fern had a sudden name change to Clare for a bit. It didn't hurt my enjoyment of the book though. No writing issues....just a few minor editing mistakes.
I didn't realize when I started reading this book that I was jumping in at book 5 of a series. But I was easily able to grasp the characters and plot, even without reading the prior books. Gail and Jesse are Spirit Guides, helping people rid themselves of all sorts of evil entities. This time, they have to call in some expert help as the demon involved is very dangerous. This story reminded me of a story I watched on tv about a woman who bought a Dybbuk box in an antique store and accidentally brought a demon home with her. Eeek! The Jewish history and ceremony added a nice depth to this story.
All in all, an enjoyable, quick read. I'm going to backtrack and read more of this series, starting with book one. The concept isn't anything new -- exorcists/ghost-demon hunters travelling about helping people -- but I liked the characters and the plot. It's a simple, scary read....nothing fancy.....brain candy! Pure entertainment. It made for a nice afternoon of reading. I won't be opening any wooden wine boxes anytime soon! :)
The book could do with a bit of editing in places. For example, at one point the character Fern had a sudden name change to Clare for a bit. It didn't hurt my enjoyment of the book though. No writing issues....just a few minor editing mistakes.
January 6, 2019
This was such a pulse pounding, scary read that I read it in one sitting. I love how this author creates such dark and horrific reads and she always leaves me wanting more.
{I requested a review copy for reviewing purposes and made no guarantee of a favorable review. The opinions contained herein are unbiased and my own.}
{I requested a review copy for reviewing purposes and made no guarantee of a favorable review. The opinions contained herein are unbiased and my own.}
January 11, 2019
A bit lightweight!
This story had the potential to be a good supernatural tale but, somehow, it lacked depth. The characters, including the spirit, were all one dimensional. The story moved along at a fast pace but it couldn't hold my interest and I didn't finish the book.
This story had the potential to be a good supernatural tale but, somehow, it lacked depth. The characters, including the spirit, were all one dimensional. The story moved along at a fast pace but it couldn't hold my interest and I didn't finish the book.
December 23, 2018
Extremely dull
I was very disappointed. I had hoped for horror but what I got was mostly people running around looking for the main character and a very dull exorcism. A lot of it read like the author used talk to text. At one point instead of "are we all ready?" The character said " are we already? " As a teacher, things like that bug me and made it difficult to concentrate.
I was very disappointed. I had hoped for horror but what I got was mostly people running around looking for the main character and a very dull exorcism. A lot of it read like the author used talk to text. At one point instead of "are we all ready?" The character said " are we already? " As a teacher, things like that bug me and made it difficult to concentrate.
December 24, 2018
Tease
I bought this book cheap. It's just a short intro and nothing else to buy more books! Don't waste your time.
I bought this book cheap. It's just a short intro and nothing else to buy more books! Don't waste your time.
October 29, 2022
Absolutely terrible
Is this really a real book with a real author? I have never, in all my years, read anything so sloppily written, with no thought to noun, verb, subject, syntax, spelling, grammar... In some places it made absolutely no sense at all - I would read the passage over and over, but still could make no sense of it. I finally gave up after reading only 50% of this horrid "book", because it seemed to only get worse with each turn of the page. I would not recommend it to anyone.
Is this really a real book with a real author? I have never, in all my years, read anything so sloppily written, with no thought to noun, verb, subject, syntax, spelling, grammar... In some places it made absolutely no sense at all - I would read the passage over and over, but still could make no sense of it. I finally gave up after reading only 50% of this horrid "book", because it seemed to only get worse with each turn of the page. I would not recommend it to anyone.
October 30, 2018
Think about spirit possession. Where could the spirit come from? Where might the possessed have come in contact with it? That is just the tip of the iceberg of this terrifying new book by Caroline Clark. Could even a few of the evils committed by man really be done by the hand of such spirits? Interesting thought for a dark night? Get your copy now and read more.
Raymond Tibbs is a man possessed, his wife a woman of faith. She calls on her church for help, and three priests should surely be enough to free her husband from whatever has taken over his life. They assure her the exorcism was a success. But later the same night Raymond awakes, and nothing but blood with satisfy his passenger.
Five years later Fern, a young law student, must choose someone as a case study for possible miscarriage of justice. She believes Raymond’s story of possession, thinking she may possibly be able to change things for him after his five years in prison.
What harm can come from interviewing Mr. Tibbs inside the prison? Certainly the spirit would have left the man by now, right?
Raymond Tibbs is a man possessed, his wife a woman of faith. She calls on her church for help, and three priests should surely be enough to free her husband from whatever has taken over his life. They assure her the exorcism was a success. But later the same night Raymond awakes, and nothing but blood with satisfy his passenger.
Five years later Fern, a young law student, must choose someone as a case study for possible miscarriage of justice. She believes Raymond’s story of possession, thinking she may possibly be able to change things for him after his five years in prison.
What harm can come from interviewing Mr. Tibbs inside the prison? Certainly the spirit would have left the man by now, right?
October 30, 2018
Fern is asked by her university to interview Raymond Tibbs, the famous murderer who claims he was possessed by a ghost that forced him to murder his wife and the family pet. But this causes a terrible backlash for the city of Lincoln. Can The Spirit Guide find a way to capture and contain this ancient force or will Fern lead the world into darkness? You will need to read the book to see. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.
November 10, 2018
Another fantastic Spirit Guide book!
I find this series extremely entertaining
and a real on the edge of your seat page
turner. The story line is such that I just
Had to finish it in one sitting. Loved the
newest characters. Also, hoping the little
tease within this story means another
book is coming out in the RedRise series!!!
I find this series extremely entertaining
and a real on the edge of your seat page
turner. The story line is such that I just
Had to finish it in one sitting. Loved the
newest characters. Also, hoping the little
tease within this story means another
book is coming out in the RedRise series!!!
January 18, 2019
Very exciting
Oh wow, really enjoyed this book . Turned right around and bought the four book set The Ghost of RedRise House. Can't wait to start reading it as soon as I leave you all here. If you get this book, enjoy. Then you just might like Caroline Clark as much as I do, you'll be buying The Ghost of RedRise House too. Everyone have a good 👻 read
Oh wow, really enjoyed this book . Turned right around and bought the four book set The Ghost of RedRise House. Can't wait to start reading it as soon as I leave you all here. If you get this book, enjoy. Then you just might like Caroline Clark as much as I do, you'll be buying The Ghost of RedRise House too. Everyone have a good 👻 read
November 27, 2023
This book is a really good read if you are into the spiritual unknown. Imagine you have an old wooden box laying around your house that is locked. I personally would leave it that way. I gave the book 4 stars because I felt it a little wordy making for long chapters. Still a good read for all you horror fans.
July 22, 2019
Scarrry
This was a very very scarrrryyyy story. This was the first of Caroline Clark's O have read even though I have bought several. I will definitely open them and read them. this was a good one.
This was a very very scarrrryyyy story. This was the first of Caroline Clark's O have read even though I have bought several. I will definitely open them and read them. this was a good one.
November 3, 2018
Hauntings
A great, spooky read. Don’t read before going to sleep, it will give you nightmares! It was lovely to catch up with Gail and Jesse again.
A great, spooky read. Don’t read before going to sleep, it will give you nightmares! It was lovely to catch up with Gail and Jesse again.
November 9, 2018
Oh boy! This book is exciting and scary!
August 13, 2022
Started reading it at 10pm last night, stopped at 2 am and picked it up again as soon as I woke up. That should tell you just how good it was 😬
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