Having said all of this, I still could not give this book the full five stars. I loved Mina’s detached and logical treatment of the circumstances – it was the complete opposite to how I was feeling! Several moments in the novel really touched me, particularly as I read them before falling asleep! Images of a rocking horse with no rider, a violent seance and a groaning sleepwalker were all described in a manner that intensified the tension within the scenes. That being said, I felt the treatment of the supernatural was justly done and the plot progression was enough to keep my spine tingling and my interest piqued the narrative is not prolonged so as not to impact the pace. I wasn’t sure what direction the writer would take this supernatural angle, especially as sometimes the ghosts are considered as real (sorry to any believers out there!). An isolated mansion in the countryside that is in the process of being refurbished, it is surrounded by rumours of ghosts and hauntings. This book gave me goosebumps and the pathetic fallacy employed doubles the creepiness of the setting further. What I liked about this spooky mystery is the chilling atmosphere that the writer creates. This definitely appeals to me and opens up the probability of seeking out the rest of the series. I imagine that the first book of the series allows readers a more detailed perspective into Mina’s background. The writer provides ample information about the protagonist, Mina, that I did not feel that anything was lacking. One to read at night, I found myself carried away with the gothic descriptions and often felt chilled and spooked by the narrative.Īlthough the fourth in the series, this is not noticeable and I quickly settled into the plot. This is an ideal book to read for those seeking a spooky, chilling atmosphere. THE GHOST OF HOLLOW HOUSE is the fourth cosy mystery in Linda Stratmann’s intriguing historical series, the Mina Scarletti investigations, a traditional British detective series with a feisty woman sleuth set in Victorian Brighton.Ī cosy mystery featuring an isolated mansion that is rumoured to be haunted. Or will Mina be forced to admit to the presence of a ghost in Hollow House? Have the maids merely been frightening themselves with tales of the macabre? Is there a rational explanation for what is being reported? With the help of her trusted adviser, Dr Hamid, and her lively friend, Nell, Mina must get to the heart of the mystery. The current occupants – newlyweds Mr Honeyacre and his wife, Kitty – have been plagued by unexplained noises and strange visions since moving into the property.Īnd now most of their servants refuse to stay at the house after dark for fear of encountering the ghostly presence of ‘the woman in white’.Ī determined sceptic, Mina’s main concern is for Kitty, whose health appears to be dramatically sinking under the strain of all that is going on. Mina Scarletti is invited to ancient Hollow House to investigate reports of ghostly occurrences. Mina Scarletti returns in her most thrilling mystery yet! Perfect for fans of Sherlock Holmes, Agatha Christie and Antonia Hodgson…Ī peaceful country retreat has become the scene of relentless terror…
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