I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the ECHOES OF BALLARD HOUSE by E. Denise Billups Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my post and make sure to enter the giveaway!
About The Book:
Author: E. Denise Billups
Pub. Date: November 6, 2023
Publisher: Next Chapter Publishing
Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook
Pages: 286
Find it: Goodreads, https://books2read.com/ECHOES-OF-BALLARD-HOUSE
Hidden secrets. Unearthed truths. Simone Doucet returns to uncover the sinister truth behind a series of murders within an opulent mansion in the heart of New Orleans' Garden District.
Yearning to escape the confines of her New York City brownstone, Simone jumps at the opportunity to house-sit a gorgeous Queen Anne Victorian home in her cherished New Orleans Garden District. Upon her arrival, the walls whisper ancient voices, the owner’s parrot mimics an eerie nightly tune, and elusive footsteps echo through the floorboards. Simone quickly discovers she is not alone in this majestic house.
Tackling the afterlife alone, Simone becomes entangled in the stories of three tormented souls caught in a web of greed, hatred, and infidelity. Their deadly secrets converge in a bone-chilling tale of murder. Yet, within the grandeur of Ballard House, Simone is far from alone.
The peril she faces extends beyond the spectral world, and she will soon confront evil from both the living and the dead. What dark secret lies hidden within the walls of Ballard House?
REVIEW
Simone Doucet readily accepts an invitation to house-sit her relative's Victorian home, Ballard House, in New Orleans historic Garden District while her cousin Gisele and husband Theo travel Europe. Simone is ready to escape New York and get a chance to work on her book. Being a sensitive, Simone knows the tragic history of the house and immediately hears the whisperings of the former occupants. Other things also catch Simone's attention, such as the family bird's unease, a malevolent presence, and some interesting human visitors. It's clear that the spiritual inhabitants want Simone's help to uncover a mystery, but the larger issue is the humans who feel like they have a claim to the house.
Echoes of Ballard House is a suspenseful, paranormal mystery. From the very beginning the scene is set with a gruesome ax murder and a mysterious perpetrator in 1919. Moving into 2020, Ballard House's occupants have yet to uncover the mysteries of that night. Simone's presence stirs the hope of the deceased occupants as they try their best to help her understand. I enjoyed seeing the flashbacks from all the ghosts' points of view which helped to put the puzzle pieces together. The writing moved the story along at a fast pace while building tension, dropping small hints throughout. I also enjoyed that the danger was not paranormal, but clearly placed in the real world while the ghostly inhabitants tried to help. While Echoes of Ballard House is the third book in the Simone Doucet series, I did not feel lost while reading, but would love to read the previous books.
This book was received for free in return for an honest review.
About E. Denise Billups:
E. Denise Billups is an American author born in the rural Alabama, raised and cultivated in New York City, formed by a multicultural environment. Previously a Wall Street Portfolio Analyst, Denise now writes haunting paranormal mysteries, suspense and thrillers. Her childhood and earlier years were shaped by the rigors of ballet a discipline she carried into her writing. Still residing in New York City, she a fitness fanatic by morning, a writer by day and an avid reader during her free time. When she’s not behind the laptop or a book, she’s surrounds herself with friends and family. For more info visit: edenisebillups.com
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Giveaway Details:
3 winners will receive an eBook of ECHOES OF BALLARD HOUSE, International.
Ends December 26th, midnight EST.
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