Ghost Stories of Colorado

Ghost House Books

by Dan Asfar

True Tales of the Paranormal

The rich and rugged history of Colorado is filled with both spectacular successes and dashed dreams. It is a land of Native Americans, pioneers, miners, ranchers and soldiers. Against this backdrop Dan Asfar explores the ghosts, poltergeists and other residual spiritual inhabitants of the Centennial State:

*the apparition of a bandit rides forevermore on a rugged trail in South Park, scouring the countryside for its missing head

*the reform of bad girl Belle Grant occurred after a miraculous visit from her long-dead mother who begged her to change her ways

*bashful Bruno occupies a Denver garage, flicking on the lights and generally making mischief while coyly refusing to divulge how his spirit got there in the first place

*two brothers seek shelter from a storm in a haunted old ranch house in Coyote Gulch, where long ago a lonely traveler was murdered

*in Georgetown, the spirit of a young Austrian is angry after being lynched without trial for the mysterious murder of his boss, a temperamental butcher

*strange things occur in the Dunn Building in Victor, where once a badly injured miner was prepared for burial even before his death

*a tall, graceful woman with long red hair appears to railroad engineers along the tracks near Timpas in Otero County

*spirits haunt the banks of Sand Creek, where hundreds of Cheyenne and Arapaho were massacred by troops led by a man driven by his lust for power

*the hideous Hairy Lady visits a child in a house in Denver until she gets angry when the child starts school--and then things get weirder. . .

For anyone interested in peering into the edge of mystery, Ghost Stories of Colorado is sure to prove a chilling and unforgettable treat.

Genres: Paranormal

224 pages, Paperback

First published August 30, 2006

Reviews

[Soren · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some of the stories were intesting enough. I was really dissapointed at the way the story telling was done though. The case was simply listed down, then the author moved on. I was really aching to be placed in the story. But everything was written so frankly and shortly it was more like a case before a judge than an actual story for actual entertainment.

[Ian Schlechter · Rating 3 out of 5]

I love a good ghost story and this didn't fail to deliver. From Ghosts of the Wild West to Modern Mysteries. This story had equal parts of dull and gripinng. There were stories where I was holding my breath and stories where I was absolutely bored. This is for sure a good book to bring on a camping trip but nothing more than that. It would make great company around a fire.

[Megan · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was ok. I think less stories but more fleshed out stories would have made it much better.

[Laura Olson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short stories, easy read, nothing too wild/scary. Favorite stories were the lady on the train and the friendly garage ghost.

[Grace Weimer · Rating 2 out of 5]

I recently read "Ghost Stories of Colorado" by Dan Asfar. The book delves into the rich history of the Centennial State, covering everything from Native Americans to pioneers and gold miners. Asfar takes readers on a journey through Colorado, exploring ghosts, poltergeists, and other spiritual phenomena.

This 224-page book is filled with short stories recounting Colorado’s spooky encounters. While reading, I learned a lot about Colorado’s history and landscape. I initially picked up the book to get excited about my upcoming trip to Colorado.

However, I was left disappointed by the book. The stories were presented more as case studies, with the main points of the tale given before quickly moving on to the next story. I craved more depth and detail in the stories. The writing style made the book dull at times and difficult to continue reading. I would have preferred fewer stories with more substance.

The stories weren't scary, and the book was easy to read. It's suitable for children, although there are mentions of blood and murder, so parents may want to review it before giving it to their kids.

If you're looking for a scary read, this book may not be for you. However, if you're going camping in Colorado and want some stories to tell around the campfire, this book could be a good fit. Additionally, if you're interested in a brief Colorado history and want to explore further, this book is worth considering.

Overall, I would rate this book 2.5 out of 5 stars.

[Ken Walker · Rating 1 out of 5]

Dan Afsar's books seem regurgitated from other authors and this one really treads so close to a copy job that one has to wonder if Asfar is in copyright violation. This book is a poor read when compared to the lively work by the original author whom he clearly copies, Maryjoy Martin. Her "Twilight Dwellers: Ghosts, Gases & Goblins of Colorado" and "Something in the Wind: Spirits, Spooks and Sprites of the San Juans" are well-known classics still in print, which I have to recommend over this sloppy Asfar retelling.

[Karin · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked this book for its down to earth tone and the glimpse it provided of life in Colorado in the earlier times.

[Iper Junberry · Rating 3 out of 5]

A nice collection of short ghost stories from mainly the front range. Some are really interesting, some aren't.