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Ghost Bride
Set in Regency England, Genevieve has married Alfred, the man she's loved for years. But the celebration of their reception is tainted by whispers of Alfred's previous bride, Arianne, who died the night she married him. Genevieve wants to live in peace with Alfred, but Arianne has a score to settle.
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First published April 7, 2011
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Cheri Chesley
19 books131 followersCheri Chesley believes in miracles and the magic of books in everyday life. When not writing, she can be found reading the dictionary for fun or devouring any of the many books in her personal library. She lives with her husband, children, and four-legged taskmasters in Waurika, OK. Look for updates on her latest works at www.cheri-chesley.com.
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June 21, 2015
This was not my cuppa. I happened upon it as a kindle freebie and decided that a short little ghost story would be a nice little diversion.
This was very cliche. I think I figured out the whole story on page 1. And it was pretty much as I predicted. Nothing new here. Nothing to stick to my ribs. I will probably forget this in a hour.
And ghost story? Hmph. I don't want to sound mean, but this sounded like a middle school writer's workshop story. With better writing than middle school. The writing wasn't terrible; this is all the story's fault. There are two good things about this story. It was free and it was short.
This was very cliche. I think I figured out the whole story on page 1. And it was pretty much as I predicted. Nothing new here. Nothing to stick to my ribs. I will probably forget this in a hour.
And ghost story? Hmph. I don't want to sound mean, but this sounded like a middle school writer's workshop story. With better writing than middle school. The writing wasn't terrible; this is all the story's fault. There are two good things about this story. It was free and it was short.
September 7, 2014
Genevieve is marrying her love Alfred. Since the 5 years that have passed since his illfated wedding day to her cousin and friend the beautiful Arianne she has stood by him through the accusations of him murdering his first bride.
Now they can finally have their happy ever after.Or so they think.
The problem I had with this short story is that it doesnt seem to go anywhere.When you read a short piece like this you except it to capture your attention and reward you in some way for reading it throught to the end.
But this one was just pointless and predictable.
The time period is supposed to be in the 1800s but its so nondescript that it might as well take place in the modern era if not for a lack of cellphones and computers.
The characters are not much better as we get Genevieve mosying and musing about all alone in the house
[spoiler]
and then the ghost of Arianne returns and its about as scary as something that is not scary.The ghost bride in question has just as much subtility in her actions as
this ghost
[/spoiler]
Then there is the character of Alfred the husband,who treats his wife in a too cutesy manner for it to be considered romantic behavior between two adults. Kissing her nosetip and head to show his affection on their wedding day.
Thats what every girl dreams of right?
And I didnt really understand the end of it.
[spoiler]If someone was already a prime suspect for his first wifes fatal incident and then his second wife falls to her death in a similar way. I would Think instead of pitying the husband it would raise some questions about if he didnt atually murder the both of them.
[/spoiler]
It was free at least.
Now they can finally have their happy ever after.Or so they think.
The problem I had with this short story is that it doesnt seem to go anywhere.When you read a short piece like this you except it to capture your attention and reward you in some way for reading it throught to the end.
But this one was just pointless and predictable.
The time period is supposed to be in the 1800s but its so nondescript that it might as well take place in the modern era if not for a lack of cellphones and computers.
The characters are not much better as we get Genevieve mosying and musing about all alone in the house
[spoiler]
and then the ghost of Arianne returns and its about as scary as something that is not scary.The ghost bride in question has just as much subtility in her actions as
this ghost
[/spoiler]
Then there is the character of Alfred the husband,who treats his wife in a too cutesy manner for it to be considered romantic behavior between two adults. Kissing her nosetip and head to show his affection on their wedding day.
Thats what every girl dreams of right?
And I didnt really understand the end of it.
[spoiler]If someone was already a prime suspect for his first wifes fatal incident and then his second wife falls to her death in a similar way. I would Think instead of pitying the husband it would raise some questions about if he didnt atually murder the both of them.
[/spoiler]
It was free at least.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 28, 2013
I enjoyed this little ghost story, especially the way the author leads the reader on, bit by bit, to the horrifying realization of what happened to the first bride. That understanding hit me at about the 30% mark, and the rest of the story was anticipation and satisfaction.
Honestly, my major gripe with this short story isn't the length but the historic inaccuracy of the wedding reception that opens the book. A bit of research on Regency customs would have prevented that lapse and I'm knocking off a star for it.
Honestly, my major gripe with this short story isn't the length but the historic inaccuracy of the wedding reception that opens the book. A bit of research on Regency customs would have prevented that lapse and I'm knocking off a star for it.
October 20, 2011
The book is about a woman who kills another woman - her childhood friend - on her wedding night to marry the woman's husband. On their wedding night, the first woman comes back as a ghost and pushes the woman down the stairs. I know that is a spoiler but as the book is only 22 pages long, it wasn't much of a stretch.
I didn't like that the story was told to us rather than acted out better. It seemed hastily put together and overall very predictable. Really, how silly.
I didn't like that the story was told to us rather than acted out better. It seemed hastily put together and overall very predictable. Really, how silly.
March 14, 2014
Good short ghost story! Personally, I thought the story was slightly predictable, but it had great pace and good characters. I especially enjoyed how the author used the sense of smell and touch to illustrate the presence of the ghost.
May 12, 2011
Awesome story! Spooking, and surprising ending.
August 25, 2022
I knew this was a short story when I got it for my Kindle, but I must admit I was disappointed by how short it turned out to be. I was hoping for a bit more.
July 16, 2013
This was an interesting book. This book has some interesting twists in it. I read it on my Kindle.
October 28, 2013
Squirmish and ghost-ish and fun. :-) Yikes!
November 5, 2013
Very cute little short story. Good story line, well developed characters. I felt so bad for poor Alfred. Hope you enjoy as much as I did.
December 1, 2013
A nice little ghost story
April 23, 2015
Ooo, I love stories like this! Murder / mystery, and this from the murderer's pov, getting what they deserve from the victim - karma's a bitch if you are.
May 6, 2018
Read within 10min; been edited well no mistakes. I do like ghost stories, I also believe that if ppl do wrong they end up getting their rightful justice in the end.
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