The Cold, Cold Hand: More Stories of Ghosts and Haunts from the Appalachian Foothills

by James V. Burchill, Linda J. Crider, Peggy Kendrick

This collection of authentic ghost stories and legends was gathered fromthose who have lived in the Appalachian mountains for generations. A sequel tothe popular Ghosts and Haunts from the Appalachian Foothills , these scarystories are fun folklore for readers of all ages.

Genres: Short Stories, Horror, Ghost Stories, Paranormal, Ghosts

191 pages, Paperback

First published February 2, 2001

Reviews

[Dennis Phillips · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of the best things about this book is that it does exactly what it sets out to do. The folklore of the Southern Highlands is beginning to fade away but this book puts it in writing so that it will never be forgotten. The writing style is superior and it is sometimes hard to put the book down. Never doubt that this book is well worth the price.
I took away one star from what would otherwise be a five star book for the chapter about the UFO. I don't buy ghost books to read about UFOs just like I wouldn't buy a UFO book to read about Big Foot. In this UFO chapter one of the writers suggests that maybe, just maybe we are seeing aliens when we think we are seeing ghosts in Confederate uniforms. The fifth star went away when I couldn't figure out why an alien would be wearing a Confederate uniform.

[Brandon · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book a lot. Full of good old ghost stories from the days of yore from the backwoods of Appalachia. A lot of good stories, and I must say my favorite story is the titular story out of all of them in this book. Just a good book to read if you like ghost stories.

[Monica Ramsey · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cool collection of stories that helps preserve the heritage and culture of the Appalachian region.

[Jennifer Cannady · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed this compilation of stories set in the mountains near where my in-laws had a vacation home. There is a disconnected feel to the book because three authors have put together people’s stories with some attempting to capture the voice of the teller and others seemingly less so but I agree it is crucial to ensure such stories get written down in order to preserve them

[Stacy Simpson · Rating 1 out of 5]

I can't say I was thrilled with this it was rather boring. I mean can't these people come up with any stories that are actually scary!

I would let my five year old read this it was so lame!!!! I would pass this up unless u like dull boring drawn out books of short stories.

[Maurean · Rating 3 out of 5]

great folk (ghost) tales from the Appalachians; loved the campfire-story editing....very good collection.

[Crickett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it. Has a lot of great stories it. Really enjoyed it

[Tom · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a great bed-time book that I used to read to my son when he was young. The stories are a bit erie and do leave you wondering.

[Jeremy Stephens · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is one of those books of ghost stories that tries to be entertaining and scary but fails miserably. I found these stories to be too short and lacking in details to grab my attention.

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

Book of stories from Appalachian people about paranormal experiences they (allegedly) had. Some were very far fetched and unbelievable, but many were enjoyable to read.

[Jo-jean Keller · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting stories from the hills of Appalachia. They range from mildly disturbing to scary to comforting!
Enjoyed it just as much the second time!

[Kellene · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not a great collection of ghost stories, in my opinion, but there were a few good ones that I will add to my list of stories to tell.

[Desirea Morgan]

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