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"Whispers" marks the haunting debut of the Laurel House series by M. L. Bullock, a riveting journey into the eerie underbelly of southern gothic fiction. Unfolding in 1890, the tale centers around a young girl named Petal "Pettie" Sullivan, whose innocent exploration of her family's historic southern estate, Laurel House, takes a horrifying turn. Pettie, a curious and bright child, becomes fascinated by the strange whispers she hears emanating from the blooming peony garden. Despite her earnest reports to her parents, she's met with dismissive remarks and disbelief. Until one day, Pettie ...

Rose Rising An Epic Ghost Story by M. L. Bullock (Book Three)The haunting at Rose Falls has reached a terrifying climax, but Sasha Berry Wyndham refuses to be driven away by the dark forces that plague her family’s ancestral home. Determined to break the curse that has tormented the Wyndhams for generations, Sasha embarks on a quest to uncover the final secrets of Rose Falls. With the help of an enigmatic medium and a group of paranormal investigators, Sasha delves into the hidden history of the estate, discovering a powerful ritual that may be the key to freeing the trapped spirits. As ...

The beginnings of a haunting that would last for hundreds of years... Rayland March came to Mobile to film a documentary about the mysterious Beaumont family. She could not have predicted the heartache and terror she would experience when she learns the truth about the long-dead socialites--and her connection to them. Can dreamcatcher and ghost hunter Carrie Jo and Ashland Stuart help her? Or will she face the dead alone? In 1793, the Beaumonts, a wealthy yet reclusive family fled France for the wild shores of the Mississippi Territory. The three children, Olivia, Christine, and Louis were ...

The beginnings of a haunting that would last for hundreds of years... Rayland March came to Mobile to film a documentary about the mysterious Beaumont family. She could not have predicted the heartache and terror she would experience when she learns the truth about the long-dead socialites--and her connection to them. Can dreamcatcher and ghost hunter Carrie Jo and Ashland Stuart help her? Or will she face the dead alone? In 1793, the Beaumonts, a wealthy yet reclusive family fled France for the wild shores of the Mississippi Territory. The three children, Olivia, Christine, and Louis were ...

The vengeful spirit of Eva Rollings has risen from her foul grave and set her sights on a new host. Will Rayland be able to resist the entity’s influence? Dream catcher and ghost hunter Carrie Jo and Ashland Stuart want to believe they can set her free, but could it be too late? In life—and in death, Louis Beaumont, Ashland’s ancestor is Eva’s fated target. If she can’t have Louis, will she set her dark heart on Ashland and his son AJ? The mysteries at Magnolia Trace mount up as Leda Grimes disappears and the house comes to life at strange and unexpected times. Each time it ...

Some things are far scarier than flying! Will Bonnie survive the ghost storm headed her way? After months of work and focused therapy to overcome her fear of flying, Bonnie Overton is ready to make the flight back home to Rachel Island. It's been too long since she's seen her sister, Amy, and with a niece on the way, it is a trip she has to make if she wants to keep her promise to her mother. Bonnie will soon find out that her phobia is nothing compared to what she and the other passengers on Flight 1199 will experience when the airplane falls prey to a swarm of evil ghosts. Will fellow ...

In the heart-wrenching tale of "After Ella," readers are introduced to Myra and Andy Bailey, a couple who have just experienced the unimaginable loss of their only child, Ella. As they struggle to come to terms with this tragedy, the couple's grief and pain manifest in destructive ways. They blame each other for their daughter's sudden death and turn to substance abuse and infidelity as a means of coping. Myra's drug use leads her to experience terrifying hauntings that she can't explain. Her psychic abilities, which she had long since suppressed, are reignited, and she is visited by ...

There's nothing like a good curse to bring the Shabeaux family together.Aunt Mavis is determined to help Arcadia weather the Wolfsbane Curse and learn how to live with her new irresistible qualities. That means keeping unwanted visitors at bay as the full moon approaches. Tiffany decides to renew her pageant aspirations and her rivalry with her cousin Kitty, and Arcadia gets dragged along for the ride. Can Arcadia and Aunt Mavis solve the mystery of who is the rougaroux...and keep Arcadia alive in the process? Shabby by Night is Book Three in the Shabby Hearts Romantic Comedy series. SHABBY...

Arcadia gets roped into picking a singer for a local parade and celebration but Aunt Mavis isn't happy about it. After Mavis curses the entire Lake Dennis community--and the residents of the Shabby Hearts Trailer Park, the place goes nuts. The appearance of a dead man amongst the pink flamingo-covered lawn adds fuel to the fire. Naturally, reports of a rougaroux rise, and he's got one thing on his mind--Arcadia Shabeaux! Can Arcadia break the curse and save herself from the amorous cryptid? Will her own strange secret put her in more danger? Has her sexy boyfriend Cyrus really hung up his ...

Selling lipstick never killed anyone. Right? When Arcadia's cousin Tiffany becomes Lake Dennis' newest Bevvy Jane salesperson, the Shabby Hearts Trailer Park is turned upside down. Lipstick, makeup, and face tape become hot commodities, and the competition for sales gets fierce. To make matters worse, the body of the Bevvy Jane Sales Director is found dead in the tomato garden. Naturally, some residents blame the murder on Bigfoot. Arcadia's ex is the new sheriff and pins the crime on Tiffany. If Arcadia wants answers and has any hope of setting Tiffany free, she'll have to get to the ...

Arcadia Shabeaux can’t believe her luck. Aunt Mavis hands her the keys to the family business, the Shabby Hearts Trailer Park and Campground, but there’s a catch. It’s only two weeks before tourist season begins and the place is in major disrepair. Lake Dennis isn’t the hottest spot on the “Redneck Riviera,” but Arcadia has plans to change all that. That is, if she can keep her dysfunctional family, a nosy Bigfoot and an overbearing television reporter in check. Add to the madness Arcadia’s arrogant ex-boyfriend and an attractive newcomer who's caught her eye, and you've got a...

Monica always knew that she walked under an unfortunate star--and she knew that she had lived and loved once before. A tragic twist of fate left her a widow at a young age and with her grief came dreams of another man. A man she had once loved but could only fleetingly remembered except in her dreams. Until she arrived at Fayette Castle in Virginia. The moment she set foot on the property Monica knew she had been here before. This was the place from her dreams! And she also knew that once she stepped inside, she would never leave the place again. As she moves in, she begins to recall even ...

Carrie Jo's maiden voyage through Marietta rocks CJ on her heels but she's not running away from the dark entity residing in the boneyard. With the help of Ashland, Rachel and a new ghostly friend, Carrie Jo learns the history of Marietta and develops a possible plan of attack. The dreamcatcher leads the charge back to the past--to the pioneer days, hoping to uncover the reasons for the spiritual battle that is occurring on the ancient property. Is the spirit terrorizing the family a grim, or something else altogether. Can Carrie Jo and her friends put an end to the bloody curse that ...

A new supernatural suspense standalone novel from M.L. Bullock!Just in time for the spooky fall season! Weeks before her wedding, Mariel is murdered without warning during what should have been a happy occasion. But the brokenhearted bride refuses to leave her fiancee and family behind even though forces beyond her understanding demand her to leave the physical world. Or face an uncertain eternity. As Mariel lingers she encounters other spirits, many of which don't want to be seen, even by her. Other spirits are more monstrous and appear determined to drag her into the darkness--forever. ...

Monica always knew that she walked under an unfortunate star--and she knew that she had lived and loved once before. A tragic twist of fate left her a widow at a young age and with her grief came dreams of another man. A man she had once loved but could only fleetingly remember except in her dreams. Until she arrived at Fayette Castle in Virginia. The moment she set foot on the property Monica knew she had been here before. This was the place from her dreams! And she also knew that once she stepped inside, she would never leave the place again. As she moves in, she begins to recall even ...

Queen Nefertiti Has Fallen From Favor Will the winds of change sweep her away forever? Akhenaten and Nefertiti have done the impossible: they've led Egypt into a new age centered around the worship of the Aten. But not everyone is happy about the new Golden Age. Enemies arise, inside and outside the palace, and Nefertiti must fight to keep her children safe and her kingdom intact. Akhenaten breaks her heart, and she loses someone close to her. After the Great Queen sees a strange omen, she prepares to abandon her crown and imagine life beyond the shimmering courts of Egypt. Will she survive...

Amara Cooper can’t stop dreaming about the long dead Native American shaman, White Fire and she slowly realizes that she must make right one last wrong. Is there a way to bring peace to an unhappy ghost or will the entity remain at Gracefield with no hope for redemption? Will it cost Amara her current life? Lily makes unexpected alliances when a ghost boy follows her home from school. AJ takes the brunt of a violent haunting but Lily won’t allow him to fight this spirit alone. Carrie Jo uncovers a startling artifact but will the item steal her powers? Will she give up dream catching ...

Amara Cooper experienced a level of terror most people wouldn’t understand. Not only was she targeted by a dead man but she was also held captive by him until Carrie Jo intervened. But the Widowmaker hasn’t given up on possessing her. In the meantime, the dangerous entity has keyed in on the most vulnerable member of the Stuart family. In order to get a better grip on the house's tragic history, Carrie Jo begins her paranormal work. It isn't long before she uncovers heartbreaking secrets. As the family pulls together to help Amara, and the dead that are trapped at Gracefield, they step ...

Unravel the Mystery of Time in "The Hall of Shadows"Megan's back in Morgan's Rock. The catch? She's been away for months, but to Alex, it's as if she never left. The magical Vivaldi dress that once whisked her away to the past now remains just a dress, refusing to open the doors of time. Caught in a whirlwind of identity, Megan wonders: has she truly become the glamorous Joanna Storm? A burning choice lies ahead: embrace her present or chase the allure of a love-filled past with Paden. If only she could find a way back. But if she does, who will she be - Megan or Joanna? Yet, the weight of ...

A love that surpasses time! Monica remembers her past life and love but will that be enough to bring her all that she desires in the present? As she begins her life at Fayette Castle, Monica discovers more staggering truths about her previous ill-fated romance. Will the decisions she made in a prior life wreak havoc on this one? Can Max and Monica put an end to Electa Cabot, the ghost that wants to separate them forever? As the couple focuses their energies on refurbishing the historic haunted house they find a body in an unexpected place. The gruesome discovery flips their world upside ...