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OutFoxing the Paranormal #3
Into the Dark
OutFoxing the Paranormal’s benefactor, Miss Montague, has a new assignment for the to investigate the haunted asylum Oscar’s grandmother died in. But upon arriving at the site, they find a rival duo of ghost hunters already there.
Between unexpected competitors and the murderous ghost of a former nurse, the pressure is on for Oscar to live up to his family’s heritage and lay the asylum’s ghosts to rest. Can he prove himself by putting an end to the nurse’s reign of terror, or will the asylum claim yet another victim?
Between unexpected competitors and the murderous ghost of a former nurse, the pressure is on for Oscar to live up to his family’s heritage and lay the asylum’s ghosts to rest. Can he prove himself by putting an end to the nurse’s reign of terror, or will the asylum claim yet another victim?
204 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 8, 2025
About the author
Jordan L. Hawk
86 books2,652 followersJordan L. Hawk is a trans author from North Carolina. Childhood tales of mountain ghosts and mysterious creatures gave him a life-long love of things that go bump in the night. When he isn’t writing, he brews his own beer and tries to keep the cats from destroying the house. His best-selling Whyborne & Griffin series (beginning with Widdershins) can be found in print, ebook, and audiobook.
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August 21, 2025
Horror in einem alten Asylum. Wie immer gleichzeitig spannend, wholesome und gruselig. Liebe die Reihe.
July 13, 2025
I really love reading, or watching shows, about haunted asylums and this delivered with the creepiness! The crew of OutFoxing the Paranormal had their hands full with this one. I wasn’t too happy about the introduction of another ghost hunting crew, but it ended up working out well for everyone.
I loved the ending and I’m looking forward to the next book in the series whenever it’s released.
**contains trans and nonbinary characters
(Note to self: if you decided to reread this series, do NOT read the books back to back. They’re too repetitive if you do.)
I loved the ending and I’m looking forward to the next book in the series whenever it’s released.
**contains trans and nonbinary characters
(Note to self: if you decided to reread this series, do NOT read the books back to back. They’re too repetitive if you do.)
April 25, 2025
Another fantastic scary adventure for our film crew! it was scary, it was interesting, it was mysterious! we didn't get much smooching from the main established couple, not like the previous book, but if you read this, you'll see they had other more urgent concerns, one being not getting killed by a mad ghost.
I'm loving this series and I can't wait for more books!
I'm loving this series and I can't wait for more books!
April 8, 2025
A Joyfully Jay review.
4.25 stars
Into the Dark is the third book in Jordan L. Hawk’s excellent OutFoxing the Paranormal series. This series focuses on Oscar, Nigel, and their team of paranormal investigators, and the stories are exciting and quite scary. I wouldn’t call them full-blown horror, but there are definitely lots of thrills and some darker moments, particularly in this story as they learn more about what the patients experienced. So be aware of triggers for abusive and outdated medical treatments, as well as inhumane patient conditions.
This investigation comes together in interesting ways and with a lot of excitement and chills. Into the Dark is another great installment in this series and definitely recommended for fans of thrillers, ghost hunting, and a dose of fright.
Read Jay’s review in its entirety here.
4.25 stars
Into the Dark is the third book in Jordan L. Hawk’s excellent OutFoxing the Paranormal series. This series focuses on Oscar, Nigel, and their team of paranormal investigators, and the stories are exciting and quite scary. I wouldn’t call them full-blown horror, but there are definitely lots of thrills and some darker moments, particularly in this story as they learn more about what the patients experienced. So be aware of triggers for abusive and outdated medical treatments, as well as inhumane patient conditions.
This investigation comes together in interesting ways and with a lot of excitement and chills. Into the Dark is another great installment in this series and definitely recommended for fans of thrillers, ghost hunting, and a dose of fright.
Read Jay’s review in its entirety here.
April 17, 2025
What a fantastic read, I could not put it down. A lesson things are not always what they seem. I look forward to the next installment in the series.
July 26, 2025
Excellent book! Very creepy and kept me on my toes in anticipation of what was coming next!!
May 28, 2025
Creepy 'à souhait'!
I'm looking forward to reading the next book ☻
I'm looking forward to reading the next book ☻
October 31, 2025
Just when I didn't think the author could get any freakier and creepier than Rattling Bone, book 2 in their OutFoxing the Paranormal series, out comes #3, Into the Dark. I think many of us have preconceived ideas when it comes to abandoned hospitals of any kind but especially psychiatric or asylums thanks to Hollywood and the Travel Channel which has a few shows like the one's our characters are part of. Sometimes having those ideas going into a book can be difficult to overcome, to not be influenced by, to not use as comparison leaving your expectations too high but for me, I can "look the other way". I love going in with an open mind, especially within the paranormal genre.
I went in with that open mind and everything was fresh but I'll admit once an event occurred in the story, and our characters were left dealing with it, I had cinematic memories pop in but instead of comparing the two, I found I was just more freaked out. Instead of watching the scenes unfold on the screen, they were unfolding in my head, scary stuff.
By now the crew of OutFoxing the Paranormal is well established to us readers so that found family connection is familiar but now they find themselves competing with a fellow ghost hunter show, neither of which was aware the other would be investigating. In this entry, we get to see them interact with not only the dead but unwanted living beings as well. Definitely adds a new level of intriguing fun to the story.
For Oscar this is more personal as this asylum is where his grandmother died and he just wants to free the souls who were left behind to find their ever after peace. Between some not so nice spirits and the addition of the other team, he worries that he won't be able to give the souls the rest he desires in the limited time they have. This is definitely a supercharged , highly emotional, freakies of freaky read that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
On a personal note, one of my great grandfather's passed away in a sanitarium. He was an alcoholic who had suffered a brain injury in a farming accident and spent the last few years of his life in a facility. Thankfully it was a healthy and well respected facility but as I read deeper into this story, I couldn't help but be grateful for the fact that it was nothing like the one Oscar and his team investigate. I know healthy ones are much more common than the kind they write books and make films about but sadly those did exist and I imagine the line between the two is probably a lot thinner than most of want to think about. I added this to my review because having that familial history heightened the emotions, the fear, and made me love every nerve wracking, edge of my seat spine tingles that much more.
I went in with that open mind and everything was fresh but I'll admit once an event occurred in the story, and our characters were left dealing with it, I had cinematic memories pop in but instead of comparing the two, I found I was just more freaked out. Instead of watching the scenes unfold on the screen, they were unfolding in my head, scary stuff.
By now the crew of OutFoxing the Paranormal is well established to us readers so that found family connection is familiar but now they find themselves competing with a fellow ghost hunter show, neither of which was aware the other would be investigating. In this entry, we get to see them interact with not only the dead but unwanted living beings as well. Definitely adds a new level of intriguing fun to the story.
For Oscar this is more personal as this asylum is where his grandmother died and he just wants to free the souls who were left behind to find their ever after peace. Between some not so nice spirits and the addition of the other team, he worries that he won't be able to give the souls the rest he desires in the limited time they have. This is definitely a supercharged , highly emotional, freakies of freaky read that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
On a personal note, one of my great grandfather's passed away in a sanitarium. He was an alcoholic who had suffered a brain injury in a farming accident and spent the last few years of his life in a facility. Thankfully it was a healthy and well respected facility but as I read deeper into this story, I couldn't help but be grateful for the fact that it was nothing like the one Oscar and his team investigate. I know healthy ones are much more common than the kind they write books and make films about but sadly those did exist and I imagine the line between the two is probably a lot thinner than most of want to think about. I added this to my review because having that familial history heightened the emotions, the fear, and made me love every nerve wracking, edge of my seat spine tingles that much more.
December 31, 2025
Reviewed for Rainbow Gold Reviews.
Forgive me for another delayed review. I chose to listen (and relisten) to the audiobook even though I was given a copy of the ebook because I didn't have a chance to read the whole book before the audio came out. It was great to get back to this creepy ghost filled series and the characters that make up the ghost hunting show, OutFoxing the Paranormal.
In this third book, we revisit Oscar Fox's family history of seeing ghosts. In the last book, Oscar had to reveal to his family that he could ghosts, just like his grandma did before she was accused of being insane and committed to an asylum. The paranormal research group Oscar and Nigel are a part of are brought to the asylum in order to discover the ghosts' stories and for Oscar he wants to help the spirits move on and attain peace. But their benefactor Miss Montague has some surprises for them.
Another group of ghost hunters is also at the hospital, to compete using different tools and methods to reveal the secrets stored there. A group with a leader who has some beef with OutFoxing the Paranormal's Chris. Another surprise is that something is placed in the hospital that makes all of these characters' jobs a lot more dangerous. There is some competition in regards to the scariest ghost that inhabits the asylum. Mistakes are made and when it seems like everyone would just be better off to high tail it out of there, Nigel is taken by the ghosts and faces a nightmare particularly scary to him as a trans man.
Honestly, I was crazy scared for him, but this series is not merely a horror series. The romance aspects and LGBTQ+ themes don't lend themselves to random deaths of the main characters. This is a well-written scary ghost story and seeing the two groups work together to save Nigel and get rid of the evil ghost makes me hope that they might meet up again. The benefactor hopefully will have learned some lessons as well.
If you're not too creeped out by ghosts, this series is great for those who like some suspense and chills. The narration by Tristan James is great as well.
Forgive me for another delayed review. I chose to listen (and relisten) to the audiobook even though I was given a copy of the ebook because I didn't have a chance to read the whole book before the audio came out. It was great to get back to this creepy ghost filled series and the characters that make up the ghost hunting show, OutFoxing the Paranormal.
In this third book, we revisit Oscar Fox's family history of seeing ghosts. In the last book, Oscar had to reveal to his family that he could ghosts, just like his grandma did before she was accused of being insane and committed to an asylum. The paranormal research group Oscar and Nigel are a part of are brought to the asylum in order to discover the ghosts' stories and for Oscar he wants to help the spirits move on and attain peace. But their benefactor Miss Montague has some surprises for them.
Another group of ghost hunters is also at the hospital, to compete using different tools and methods to reveal the secrets stored there. A group with a leader who has some beef with OutFoxing the Paranormal's Chris. Another surprise is that something is placed in the hospital that makes all of these characters' jobs a lot more dangerous. There is some competition in regards to the scariest ghost that inhabits the asylum. Mistakes are made and when it seems like everyone would just be better off to high tail it out of there, Nigel is taken by the ghosts and faces a nightmare particularly scary to him as a trans man.
Honestly, I was crazy scared for him, but this series is not merely a horror series. The romance aspects and LGBTQ+ themes don't lend themselves to random deaths of the main characters. This is a well-written scary ghost story and seeing the two groups work together to save Nigel and get rid of the evil ghost makes me hope that they might meet up again. The benefactor hopefully will have learned some lessons as well.
If you're not too creeped out by ghosts, this series is great for those who like some suspense and chills. The narration by Tristan James is great as well.
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June 13, 2025“There comes a time we all know. There's a place that we must go. Into the soul, into the heart. Into the dark… ~ Melissa Etheridge – Into the Dark
In this volume, Ms. Montague, Oscar's benefactor, requests that Oscar, Nigel, and the rest of the Outfoxing the Paranormal team of 'Into the Dark' by Jordan L. Hawk embark on their most personal mission yet—investigating Howlton Insane Asylum, where Oscar's grandmother died. Despite the potential dangers, they are committed to uncovering the truth about what happened there, as well as helping Oscar find some closure.
When they arrive at Howlton, they are overwhelmed by the enormity of the institution, wondering how their benefactor expects them to be able to take on such a monumental task. Yet, they realize how important it is that they prove themselves.
Unexpectedly, the team discovers that a rival investigation team, Zeeking the Unknown, is also at Howlton. Despite their questionable tactics and ethics, the sheer scale of the danger they face forces both teams to consider an unlikely alliance.
Although the teams employ all they've learned from previous projects, the information they receive here is confounding. Each event is more complex than the one before; they aren't sure who is a friend and who is a foe or, in some cases, both. Certainly, whatever evil exists in Howlton Institute for the Insane is far more formidable than anyone expected.
In 'Into the Dark,' Jordan has created a nightmarish tale of frightening proportions. Oscar, Nigel, and the rest of the teams had their work cut out for them and rose to the occasion. While there's not much romance in the story, Oscar and Virgil grow closer together, reaffirming their love. Thanks, Jordan.
DISCLAIMER: Books reviewed on this site were usually provided at no cost by the publisher or author. This book was provided by the author for the purpose of a review.
In this volume, Ms. Montague, Oscar's benefactor, requests that Oscar, Nigel, and the rest of the Outfoxing the Paranormal team of 'Into the Dark' by Jordan L. Hawk embark on their most personal mission yet—investigating Howlton Insane Asylum, where Oscar's grandmother died. Despite the potential dangers, they are committed to uncovering the truth about what happened there, as well as helping Oscar find some closure.
When they arrive at Howlton, they are overwhelmed by the enormity of the institution, wondering how their benefactor expects them to be able to take on such a monumental task. Yet, they realize how important it is that they prove themselves.
Unexpectedly, the team discovers that a rival investigation team, Zeeking the Unknown, is also at Howlton. Despite their questionable tactics and ethics, the sheer scale of the danger they face forces both teams to consider an unlikely alliance.
Although the teams employ all they've learned from previous projects, the information they receive here is confounding. Each event is more complex than the one before; they aren't sure who is a friend and who is a foe or, in some cases, both. Certainly, whatever evil exists in Howlton Institute for the Insane is far more formidable than anyone expected.
In 'Into the Dark,' Jordan has created a nightmarish tale of frightening proportions. Oscar, Nigel, and the rest of the teams had their work cut out for them and rose to the occasion. While there's not much romance in the story, Oscar and Virgil grow closer together, reaffirming their love. Thanks, Jordan.
DISCLAIMER: Books reviewed on this site were usually provided at no cost by the publisher or author. This book was provided by the author for the purpose of a review.
April 2, 2025
The crew of OutFoxing the Paranormal's got a new fun place to explore: An abandoned asylum where the ghosts of both the patients as well as the doctors and nurses who worked there still linger.
Oscar and his team are in for a challenge, not only in the form of the creepy mansion like asylum and it's restless dead, but also from a team of rival ghost hunters who works in quite a different way than the serious and academic approach of OtP.
This is the third book in the series and the characters are by now pretty well established. We've got the bookish and shy parapsychologist Dr. Nigel Taylor and his boyfriend: the big, strong ex-football player-turned-medium Oscar Fox are our heroes and protagonists and they must learn not only to handle ghosts and possessions but also their feelings for each other, their coworkers and team members as well as crippling self doubt and allergies.
The story's pretty solid and both characters and settings are well fleshed out and interesting. My only gripe is that when all is said and over there's so much more I'd liked to know:
The horror's horrifying. The characters feel alive (even the dead ones!) and the plot's fairly simple, but engaging. A great ghost story that could I feel would be even better by adding a chapter or two for more interaction between characters. The secondary characters could use some more focus but that's all.
I'm really looking forward to the next part of the series.
Oscar and his team are in for a challenge, not only in the form of the creepy mansion like asylum and it's restless dead, but also from a team of rival ghost hunters who works in quite a different way than the serious and academic approach of OtP.
This is the third book in the series and the characters are by now pretty well established. We've got the bookish and shy parapsychologist Dr. Nigel Taylor and his boyfriend: the big, strong ex-football player-turned-medium Oscar Fox are our heroes and protagonists and they must learn not only to handle ghosts and possessions but also their feelings for each other, their coworkers and team members as well as crippling self doubt and allergies.
The story's pretty solid and both characters and settings are well fleshed out and interesting. My only gripe is that when all is said and over there's so much more I'd liked to know:
The horror's horrifying. The characters feel alive (even the dead ones!) and the plot's fairly simple, but engaging. A great ghost story that could I feel would be even better by adding a chapter or two for more interaction between characters. The secondary characters could use some more focus but that's all.
I'm really looking forward to the next part of the series.
May 23, 2025
Another superbly creepy addition to the series. The abandoned asylum setting obviously sets the story up for scares straight away, but I liked the way it was emphasised what a terrifying place it would have been even from a non-ghost viewpoint, given many of the 'treatments' available for the time period we are told the asylum was operating in - this particular place may be fictional, but there are certainly many real places where horrifying acts were committed against those deemed insane or unstable, in a mistaken belief that they would help 'cure' them, and it's easy to imagine what a place like that might feel like to be around, ghosts or no ghosts. I also liked the link to Oscar's family history, coming back to his grandmother and the fact she was a patient there, although this could have been explored a bit more, it's touched on a few times but fairly briefly. The ghostly side of things was good too, with scares building well and keeping tension up throughout the story, although it ends a bit abruptly. Oscar and Nigel's relationship isn't really built upon as they're a fairly solid couple by this point, but the relations between all the characters are only lightly shown, including those between the existing cast and the new characters. A good instalment in a solid series, with a good amount of creepiness but nothing too horrifying (although this may depend upon your own context, there's obviously a lot of medical-related horror). Looking forward to more from the series!
July 1, 2025
Always well developed and well written. It's been 2 years since book two, but I was able to pick this story up. There were plenty of memory minders to make sure I remembered the team etc...
This is not a romance. As long as one likes paranormal stories and isn't expecting a romance, then it's 4 stars like the previous stories. As usual, the paranormal storytelling was superb.
As I stated before, there was a m/m paranormal investigator series by Ally Blue that I enjoyed maybe 15 years ago - this still reminds me of those in a good way.
I loved that one m/c was trans, and it was just part of the story fabric; not forgotten but also not constantly emphasized.
I do wish there were inclusive pronouns that were gender neutral that were different or somehow differentiated from the ones referring to more than one person. In real life conversations it is easier especially with body language. But on the page, it can become confusing especially during the tense moments when a lot is going on. I'd get snagged thinking "they" was referring to the person and it'd be the group or vice versa. It's not a huge deal, just a wish.
This is not a romance. As long as one likes paranormal stories and isn't expecting a romance, then it's 4 stars like the previous stories. As usual, the paranormal storytelling was superb.
As I stated before, there was a m/m paranormal investigator series by Ally Blue that I enjoyed maybe 15 years ago - this still reminds me of those in a good way.
I loved that one m/c was trans, and it was just part of the story fabric; not forgotten but also not constantly emphasized.
I do wish there were inclusive pronouns that were gender neutral that were different or somehow differentiated from the ones referring to more than one person. In real life conversations it is easier especially with body language. But on the page, it can become confusing especially during the tense moments when a lot is going on. I'd get snagged thinking "they" was referring to the person and it'd be the group or vice versa. It's not a huge deal, just a wish.
November 9, 2025
Damn. I think this had creepier scenes than the horror stories I've been reading (admittedly, they were disappointing). But seriously. The morgue?! Yikes.
Something banged on the inside of one of the drawers.
Really enjoyed this but not as much as the previous one. Can't quite put my finger on it. Maybe cuz of the collab aspect? It seemed pointless. The whole scheme overall really. Especially once Dr. Lawson was involved again. But she got Dr. Montague to open up as well which was about damn time. Anyway, maybe it would have been better if not for Adrienne and Zeek? It was rather cheesy. But I didn't mind too much. There was certain humor added as well.
It was rather predictable throughout with the head nurse, Nigel and the doctor.
So messed up what they put people through...
Regardless, really enjoy Hawk's writing. He really knows how to write creepy scenes!
Now the paint had cracked, edges curling up, like scabs ready to fall off.
The PolterPal. Eesh. Talk about fuckin' creepy! The doll let out a high-pitched giggle when he pressed the button on the back of her neck.
Looking forward to the next!
(3.5* rounded down)
Something banged on the inside of one of the drawers.
Really enjoyed this but not as much as the previous one. Can't quite put my finger on it. Maybe cuz of the collab aspect? It seemed pointless. The whole scheme overall really. Especially once Dr. Lawson was involved again. But she got Dr. Montague to open up as well which was about damn time. Anyway, maybe it would have been better if not for Adrienne and Zeek? It was rather cheesy. But I didn't mind too much. There was certain humor added as well.
It was rather predictable throughout with the head nurse, Nigel and the doctor.
So messed up what they put people through...
Regardless, really enjoy Hawk's writing. He really knows how to write creepy scenes!
Now the paint had cracked, edges curling up, like scabs ready to fall off.
The PolterPal. Eesh. Talk about fuckin' creepy! The doll let out a high-pitched giggle when he pressed the button on the back of her neck.
Looking forward to the next!
(3.5* rounded down)
April 28, 2025
I'm well and truly hooked on this series, with adorable central couple, Nigel and Oscar, and their trusty ghost hunting team.
This story carries on from the last book, with Oscar connecting with the legacy of his psychic grandmother, who spent her final years in a now abandoned asylum.
I really enjoyed the sense of rivalry when their elusive sponsor, Miss Montague, pits our crew against another team at the asylum, oblivious to the risks she incurs from wrathful spirits.
There's lots of twists and turns and spills and chills that kept me rapt. Another wonderfully inventive (and genuinely scary) story with moments of light and sweetness.
This story carries on from the last book, with Oscar connecting with the legacy of his psychic grandmother, who spent her final years in a now abandoned asylum.
I really enjoyed the sense of rivalry when their elusive sponsor, Miss Montague, pits our crew against another team at the asylum, oblivious to the risks she incurs from wrathful spirits.
There's lots of twists and turns and spills and chills that kept me rapt. Another wonderfully inventive (and genuinely scary) story with moments of light and sweetness.
February 26, 2026
Lord, I love this series so, so much. This book did not disappoint after the first two awesome books.
If you haven't read the 1st & 2nd, you kind of should before reading this one. If you liked the first two, you will like this one too. It's suspenseful & not predictable, lots of new elements and developments as the crew gets closer and craziness is flung their way.
And there's going to be more! Huge relief there. Who knows how long before #4, but it's okay - it's just good to know that it's going to happen.
If you haven't read the 1st & 2nd, you kind of should before reading this one. If you liked the first two, you will like this one too. It's suspenseful & not predictable, lots of new elements and developments as the crew gets closer and craziness is flung their way.
And there's going to be more! Huge relief there. Who knows how long before #4, but it's okay - it's just good to know that it's going to happen.
March 14, 2025
I've read Patreon's ARC. This was a really good ghost story, and the side characters performance in particular was strong, but the romance here was the bare minimum. The entire plot took place in a single haunted location (more or less, there are two short detours), so it didn't offer much in the way of relationship development opportunities. Nevertheless, you won't hear me complaining about any chance of reading more about the antics of Ruth Lawson and Patricia Montague.
April 10, 2025
Another fantastic, chilling ghost story from Jordan L. Hawk. I loved the first two, and this one did not disappoint.
For everyone who finds ghost stories too scary to read: I am a total wimp, and I was able to finish this without too much psychic damage by reading only in the morning.
CW for body horror/torture, which doesn't happen on page but is described as happening in the past. Honestly I'm not sure I would have read this had I known, but I'm glad I did read it. It's not very graphic.
For everyone who finds ghost stories too scary to read: I am a total wimp, and I was able to finish this without too much psychic damage by reading only in the morning.
CW for body horror/torture, which doesn't happen on page but is described as happening in the past. Honestly I'm not sure I would have read this had I known, but I'm glad I did read it. It's not very graphic.
April 18, 2025
I just want to put this out here... I live less than an hour away from Weston, West Virginia. We do have us some crazy history... pun intended!
This installment had a few twists and turns that I wasn't expecting, but in a good way! The story kept me entertained, and the gang didn't disappoint us on the excitement issue!
Have no clue where this series will lead us next... but, I'll be there for it! 🥰
This installment had a few twists and turns that I wasn't expecting, but in a good way! The story kept me entertained, and the gang didn't disappoint us on the excitement issue!
Have no clue where this series will lead us next... but, I'll be there for it! 🥰
May 15, 2025
I thought this one was creepier than the previous ones - haunted asylum? That's right up there on creepiness! I could tell there was a LOT of research behind the writing, which only serves to make all the details more visceral. I feel like we got to know Chris and Tina better, which I really liked. I did spend most of the book wanting to shake the whole group for just going along with what Montague's asking of them. It's clearly not a good idea folks, just stop!
May 18, 2025
Into the Dark was another good read in the Outfoxing the Paranormal series. I enjoyed meeting Zeek and Adrienne, and it was interesting seeing Dr. Lawsona and Ms. Montague together; I am also a little curious about Ethan. The setting was very creepy and the final battle was very intense. According to the author's note, there will be another book in the series which I will definitely be checking out.
May 27, 2025
The first book in this series had a cute romance but now the series seems to have settled into pure horror. In this book, it's not particularly obvious that Oscar and Nigel are even a couple. The creepy, horror aspect is really well done and JH's writing has always been great at settings and tone. I feel like the characters (main and side) didn't get much attention and all of them were lacking personalities (except Zeek), but the creepy haunted asylum overshadowed that lack.
September 3, 2025
I'm just going to repeat my review for The Forgotten Dead because I liked this book the same amount and for the same reasons:
"Loved this. An actually scary haunted [building], a real investigation, and likeable characters who disagree sometimes but talk it out like adults. A+ ❤️ 5⭐ 💯"
"Loved this. An actually scary haunted [building], a real investigation, and likeable characters who disagree sometimes but talk it out like adults. A+ ❤️ 5⭐ 💯"
April 12, 2025
Well written! It was a pleasure to delve into another mystery with the Outfoxing crew. This time around, it was full with twists and turns. Some things you figure out before the characters do while others you learn just as the characters do. Overall, it was a good plot and a much needed step in Oscar Fox's journey. Can't wait to see what's in store for the crew in the future.
May 19, 2025
4.25 ⭐ - Definitely the creepiest of the series so far. I love how Hawk is able to imbue so much atmosphere and creepiness into his writing and he's one of only two authors who can get me to willingly read anything remotely horror adjacent. Continuing to enjoy this series and particularly how fast the books go cause I can only handle so much scariness at once 😅
May 30, 2025
So good! This book used the classic horror setting of the haunted mental institution to perfection. So spooky and so entertaining. I also like the addition of the second ghost hunting team. I thought they were going to butt heads more, but I enjoyed their collaboration much more than any conflict. I can't wait to read the next one.
August 29, 2025
I haven't enjoyed the subsequent stories as much as I enjoyed the first book in the series, and I'm honestly not sure why. Maybe b/c the stories are suspense-/investigation-focused and the queer romance is like a secondary or even tertiary storyline? I'm not sure. The stories are well written though! 3.5 stars (rounded up to minimize effect on the overall rating)
November 15, 2025
Der dritte Band ist vielleicht mein liebster, wobei natürlich Band eins auch ganz toll war. "Into the Dark" dauerte ein wenig, bis es für mich an Fahrt aufgenommen hat, aber dann wurde es immer gruseliger und gruselig. Meiner Ansicht nach definitiv der schaurigste der drei Bände. Am Ende bekam ich das grosse Zittern. Und nach dem beginnt nun das grosse Warten auf Band vier...
February 26, 2026
For someone who is not a ghost/paranormal mega fan, I do enjoy this series. The pictures created by JLH’s words are suitably awful.
The Outfoxing team once again walk in when angels fear to tread.
Oscar is on the trail of his grandmother who was institutionalised in an horrific mental asylum.
Creeping mold, ghost, horrors corporeal and ghostly, lead the group and their opposition into danger
The Outfoxing team once again walk in when angels fear to tread.
Oscar is on the trail of his grandmother who was institutionalised in an horrific mental asylum.
Creeping mold, ghost, horrors corporeal and ghostly, lead the group and their opposition into danger
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