Coal House by W.S. Barton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Coal House is an easy read ghost story set in Wales in the 1950’s, Clara and Finn Harper live in London and have turned to the property development market.
Whilst taking a break in Wales they rashly buy a property, unseen at a local auction for just £250. However locals are quick to hint at legends and rumours that the house and land are haunted. Whilst Clara returns to London to settle their affairs, Finn moves into the fully furnished property and immediately experiences eerie night noises and ghostly happenings.
The paranormal activity increases with the return of Clara and when a local tragedy occurs Finn believes it is all linked. His hopes of settling in Wales and raising a family look doomed, especially when Clara reveals a secret from her past. Are the ghosts a hoax from the locals to drive them away? Are the legends true? Or do they genuinely exist?
This is a quick read and easy introduction to the ghost story genre and for #HistFic readers who might enjoy the setting.
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Rosie Amber 
Hi Rosie .. looks to be an easy read .. but learn a lilttle about ghostly interruptions in the heartland of Wales … cheers Hilary
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Thank you Hilary.
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Reblogged this on meatdoesntgrowinmygarden and commented:
Can’t remember when I read the last story including ghosts. Maybe I should try again…
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It sounds good. Thanks, Rosie.
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This one sounds great. TBR list… 🙂
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Sounds entertaining and a bit mysterious! Thanks, Rosie. Pinned & shared.
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Reblogged this on Judith Barrow.
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I’m intrigued by the story. I also really like the cover. 🙂
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