Ghost Trouble: The Casefiles of Eli Mothersbaugh

by Richard Parks

Eli Mothersbaugh is a man with an impossible keep the peace between the living and the dead.As the top field agent for the Bureau of Bio-Remnant Reconciliation, Eli has the ability to talk to the dead, but understanding what they're saying is the tricky part. In these twelve stories of mystery and paranormal adventure, Eli must grapple with people who are often misguided, confused, secretive, stubborn, and difficult—and ghosts that are twice as bad.Who knew death could be so complicated? With a suspenseful, supernatural twist at every turn, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat!If you enjoyed Neil Gaiman's The Graveyard Book, then you'll love Ghost The Case Files of Eli Mothersbaugh. Buy now before the price changes!

291 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 25, 2011

About the author

I write mostly fantasy, both short stories and novels. My third short story collection, On the Banks of the River of Heaven was published in November, 2010. My second novella with PS Publishing, The Heavenly Fox, was released in early 2011. I've been a finalist for both the World Fantasy Award and the Mythopoeic Award for Adult Literature.





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Reviews

[Roy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoy Richard Parks. He writes clever stories with a good sensibility. Set in the near future where science has discovered the energy field surrounding ghosts, our protagonist is a field researcher for the ghost bureau. His role is to understand problem situations, not necessarily as an exorcist. He is both perceptive about relations and the types of ghosts, but can be much less aware i his own personal relations. Writing ghost stories, whether set in ancient Japan or here in modern life seems to be a personal talent for Parks.

[Melanie Clemmer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reminiscent of Charles Stross--ghost detection, removal, and all of the needed equipment now has it's own government office complete with gifted and socially awkward employees. Main character is part scientist and part wizard. Interesting insights into what humans hold onto.