Echoes in the Bayou

by Ursula Dukes

Located deep in the bayous of Louisiana, Montieu Plantation pulsates with natural beauty and the rebellious, raucous spirits of ghosts from the past.

The moment 28 year old Interior Designer, Ava Montgomery sets foot onto the Montieu Plantation, things in the bayou begin to stir. Including the feelings of the Plantation's new owner, best-selling author, Magnus DuPonte. He'd purchased the plantation for he and his fiancé but when she abruptly broke things off with him, he decided to stay.

The isolation of the half empty mansion is beginning to take its toll on him, but when Ava arrives things begin to change. And as the two unexpectedly start to fall in love, the memory of the plantations bloody history, along with its curse comes heavily into play.

Ava and Magnus soon discover that both have a strong connection to the old place. But for one the connection is a lot stronger and it is that connection they hope will uncover secrets that have been buried for over one hundred twenty years.

Genres: Paranormal

Kindle Edition

Published August 15, 2013

About the author

Ursula Dukes is an author of romantic suspense. She started her first novel at age fifteen, but it wasn't until after she raised a family, and worked for many years that she decided to return to her first love, writing. Ursula lives in New England with her two children, and a cat named Max.
She can most often be found daydreaming and listening to the characters inside of her head that are just begging to be brought to life.
But when she isn't doing that, she enjoys, reading, cooking and spending time with her children. She would love to hear from you.

You can find her books at snowleopardpublishing.com
Please feel free to email her at ebooksbyursula@gmail.com.

Reviews

[Mari White · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've loved every book Ms. Dukes has written. Each one has been better than the one before, and Echoes in the Bayou is the best yet! The intrigue and suspense are gripping. Just when you think you've got the plot figured out, she throws you completely for a loop.

The paranormal activity is chilling and eerie. Several moments had my heart racing and holding my breath in anticipation of what might come next. It definitely kept me glued!

As always with this author, I felt very connected to the main female character. I found myself drawn into her life and her story as if she were someone dear to me in my own life. Whatever she was feeling or experiencing, I was right there with her.

The attention to location detail was brilliant. Much of the story takes place in Corinth and New Orleans Louisiana. The history and culture of south Louisiana was very prominent. From landmarks, locales, and even voodoo supersitions, no small detail was left out. It all helps the reader to feel as though they are walking down those famous streets themselves.

As always, I eagerly await the next book from Ursula Dukes!

[Gabriella Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another awesome book by this new author. Loved how it started off in the past and then carried on into the present without seeming to be awkward.
The paranormal parts were befitting to this novel and i found myself being pulled into each scene. the attention to detail was very good and I liked how I was brought on a journey after all was said and done in Louisiana.
The continuation into New England, was right on and I loved the additional characters. Especially Sterling! His mannerisms and words were once again, right on. I liked being brought further into a book. I didn't want it to end. Great Book.
This author is a fast fav of mine.!

[Naomi Nevarro · Rating 5 out of 5]

The paranormal aspect of this book was just perfect. What I really liked though was that after all is said and done, we're taken on a journey into New England where the story continues.
Excellent Read!

[Valerie]

Ready for a good ghost story?

Really great ghost story..just enough spookiness within going overboard. Then, just when you think everything is going smoothly, a little more paranormal activity to even things out. I really enjoyed reading this novel!

[Jolisa Gilchrist Ross · Rating 1 out of 5]

I did not finish this. I couldn't. Living with a grammar Nazi has assured me I am not one but this book...egads! Every other sentence started with a conjunction. The narrative was all over the place, jumping from one idea to another and then back again without feeling like it completed either thought. I really wanted to like this but instead, I kept having to reread sentences. I did more editing in my mind than I did seeing the story. I loved the idea of this but not the execution so much. Maybe some polishing would help?

[Fashionista · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book started off okay. I liked the paranormal historical romance that was included - especially about slavery. But, the story had multiple endings and too many evil protagonists. Toward the end...it was like a bad run-on sentence.

[Gabba · Rating 5 out of 5]

This novel was a very good read for me. Loved the dialogue too. The slave journal entries just felt right. I really felt as if I was there, looking at things through her eyes. I look forward to reading more of her work.

[Jacqueline Antunes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book. Five stars. I love the characters that are presented in this book, and the setting of the book is really divergent. It has a little bit of this and that especially the suspense. Great book.

[Rhonda Cohn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun read

Always like a good ghost story--especially one about the bayou--and the characters were good. Just wish there had been a proofreader involved.