Good ghost story

Decent ghost story brought to life by Henry Douthwaite with a fantastic performance. looking forward to the next instalment.

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Priory.

Just finished listening to the Priory. Wow you feel so sorry for the caractures, its inevitable that' 'Oliver ' is never going to be able to deny his destiny. This is really creepy in places also sad The narrator Henry South waits is supberb don't think anyone could have done it better. If you enjoy a good ghost story this is the book for you.

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Excellent

A ghost story with twists, the plight of Oliver broke my heart. The love of a mother to save both her boys was truly heartbreaking. The eeriest for me was the Oak Tree, scared the wits out of me . A well written story with fabulous narration. I highly recommend and cannot wait for the next book Lore.

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Gripping ghost story

Spooky and chilling gothic ghost story that holds you to the end. Narrated by Henry Douthwaite who shows care and understanding of the characters. Can’t wait for next instalment.

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An emotionally resonant, menacing, supernatural Gothic tale exploring family, fate, and faith.

Priory is a gripping and emotional story that captures the intricacies of family bonds and the impact of fate, secrets and darkness through the Gothic lens of a house and the duality of good versus evil raging through its crumbling stones. The novel deftly moves between the past and present to explore the lives of two twins, Elliot and Oliver, who are the last in a line of Hardacres, a family firmly held in thrall by an intense and malign force.

Characters are well-crafted and genuine, each wearing their heart on their sleeves, and the author does an outstanding job conveying the gamut of emotions experienced by the brothers along with their courageous mother, Nancy, as they confront the wickedness from the past, their legacy, and the coming to terms with those already taken by the eerie Hardacre Priory. The storyline progresses smoothly and keeps readers engaged from start to finish, with occasional bouts of terror mixed in with an overall atmosphere of foreboding menace and (apparently!) predetermined destinies. The writing style is vivid and captivating, making it easy to envision scenes and relate to the characters. It's one of those books that remains long after it finishes, however unsettling that might be.

No one wraps up a story like Becky Wright.

Henry Douthwaite's audio performance is captivating, eerie, and moving - something one would expect from a seasoned actor who you may know from the big or small screen. The narrator captures Lady Hardacre’s subtleties, the house’s disquieting intonation, and the protagonists' fragility — all of which, when combined with the quality writing, creates an immersive experience that will leave a lasting impression. I highly recommend the audio version and novel to anyone who enjoys character-driven dramas with a strong and resonant emotional impact.

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