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GRIMOIRE: The Haunting of Rickland Manor
Gavin purchased the Victorian property as a promising investment and moved in with his American girlfriend, Cynthia. When their friends Sally and Raul came to stay for a few days, Gavin took them on a tour of the house. In the dimly lit cellar, they discovered a bricked-up door behind one of the wine racks. Intrigued, they spent several hours working to open it.
Inside, Gavin switched on the lights, revealing a spacious, empty room illuminated by fluorescent lighting. Two large, red outer circles, surrounding a black pentagon, were inlaid in the marble floor. The dusty, stale air thickened around them as they entered the room. Cautiously, they were drawn toward a dark, arched alcove that emitted a faint, humming magnetic energy, which intensified as they approached.
Unknowingly, their presence had triggered the awakening of an ancient grimoire rite that had remained dormant for years. As they left that secret, eerie room, they were unaware that they had become ensnared in an occult web where the physical and supernatural realms were dangerously entwined.
Inside, Gavin switched on the lights, revealing a spacious, empty room illuminated by fluorescent lighting. Two large, red outer circles, surrounding a black pentagon, were inlaid in the marble floor. The dusty, stale air thickened around them as they entered the room. Cautiously, they were drawn toward a dark, arched alcove that emitted a faint, humming magnetic energy, which intensified as they approached.
Unknowingly, their presence had triggered the awakening of an ancient grimoire rite that had remained dormant for years. As they left that secret, eerie room, they were unaware that they had become ensnared in an occult web where the physical and supernatural realms were dangerously entwined.
180 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 3, 2025
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August 20, 2025
GRIMOIRE: The Haunting of Rickland Manor
By David Barrett-Murrer
Publisher: dbm Books
Published Date: April 2, 2025
ASIN: B0F3JZCTNL
Page Count: 174
Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Skull Dread Rating: 💀💀
Rule #1: Don’t open bricked-up doors in creepy Victorian houses. Rule #2: If you do, don’t be surprised when the occult RSVP’s.
This one scratches the itch for readers who want their haunted houses with a side of ritualistic dread. It’s creepy, atmospheric, and fast-paced, with enough occult flavor to keep the tension simmering. Basically, if you’ve ever yelled “don’t open that door!” at a movie screen, this book lets you live through the consequences.
What Did I Just Walk Into?
You know the rule: if you find a bricked-up door in a creepy old Victorian manor, you don’t open it. Clearly, Gavin and his friends missed that memo. Within hours, they went from real estate dabblers to unwilling occult bait, stumbling into an ancient grimoire ritual that probably should’ve stayed buried forever. One humming alcove later, and boom—the supernatural says hello. It’s a cocktail of bad decisions, eerie discoveries, and the kind of “we’re screwed” atmosphere that drips from every creaky floorboard.
Here’s What Slapped:
The setup hits like classic gothic horror with a modern spin with big house, dark cellar, mystery door. Perfect bait for spooky readers.
Vivid atmosphere. You smell the dust, feel the hum of that strange alcove, and want to yell at the characters to get the hell out.
The occult elements don’t just drop in but loom. Red circles, black pentagon, magnetic energy? Deliciously ominous.
The pacing keeps you flipping pages like you’re sprinting through a haunted house.
Characters felt believably flawed and exactly the type of people who would go poking around in forbidden rooms.
Extra points for not wasting time. Things escalate fast, and you don’t get bogged down with filler.
What Could’ve Been Better:
Honestly? I didn’t hate any of it. If I had to nitpick, maybe a smidge more character depth outside the spook-factor would’ve made the inevitable doom hit harder. But when you sign up for a haunted manor + occult grimoire, you’re not here for tea parties and emotional unpacking.
Perfect for Readers Who Love:
Haunted house stories that actually go full throttle into the occult
“Don’t touch the creepy thing” horror tropes done right
Gothic vibes with teeth
Shorter novels that don’t waste your time but still pack a punch
Reviewed by Robin for Robin’s Review
By David Barrett-Murrer
Publisher: dbm Books
Published Date: April 2, 2025
ASIN: B0F3JZCTNL
Page Count: 174
Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Skull Dread Rating: 💀💀
Rule #1: Don’t open bricked-up doors in creepy Victorian houses. Rule #2: If you do, don’t be surprised when the occult RSVP’s.
This one scratches the itch for readers who want their haunted houses with a side of ritualistic dread. It’s creepy, atmospheric, and fast-paced, with enough occult flavor to keep the tension simmering. Basically, if you’ve ever yelled “don’t open that door!” at a movie screen, this book lets you live through the consequences.
What Did I Just Walk Into?
You know the rule: if you find a bricked-up door in a creepy old Victorian manor, you don’t open it. Clearly, Gavin and his friends missed that memo. Within hours, they went from real estate dabblers to unwilling occult bait, stumbling into an ancient grimoire ritual that probably should’ve stayed buried forever. One humming alcove later, and boom—the supernatural says hello. It’s a cocktail of bad decisions, eerie discoveries, and the kind of “we’re screwed” atmosphere that drips from every creaky floorboard.
Here’s What Slapped:
The setup hits like classic gothic horror with a modern spin with big house, dark cellar, mystery door. Perfect bait for spooky readers.
Vivid atmosphere. You smell the dust, feel the hum of that strange alcove, and want to yell at the characters to get the hell out.
The occult elements don’t just drop in but loom. Red circles, black pentagon, magnetic energy? Deliciously ominous.
The pacing keeps you flipping pages like you’re sprinting through a haunted house.
Characters felt believably flawed and exactly the type of people who would go poking around in forbidden rooms.
Extra points for not wasting time. Things escalate fast, and you don’t get bogged down with filler.
What Could’ve Been Better:
Honestly? I didn’t hate any of it. If I had to nitpick, maybe a smidge more character depth outside the spook-factor would’ve made the inevitable doom hit harder. But when you sign up for a haunted manor + occult grimoire, you’re not here for tea parties and emotional unpacking.
Perfect for Readers Who Love:
Haunted house stories that actually go full throttle into the occult
“Don’t touch the creepy thing” horror tropes done right
Gothic vibes with teeth
Shorter novels that don’t waste your time but still pack a punch
Reviewed by Robin for Robin’s Review
August 16, 2026
This is more than a haunted house story Its a fast paced gothic horror full of suspense with a sense of impeding dread It's not just another ghost story but a descent in to fear and fascination Recommended
August 20, 2026
Grimoire is an amazing book that is way better than The Haunting of Hill House, which I loved. Grimoire has suspense, occult intrigue, psychological tension, and a chilling experience that lingers. Recommended.
August 20, 2026
I love haunted house stories and this is one of the best I've read in a long time It has a great plot with great characters Plus it's scary, spooky and full of surprises A really excellent read Recommended
August 18, 2026
A spooky gothic horror with a thrilling twist Forget clanging chains and ghosts walking through walls This is so much better Recommended
August 18, 2026
So pleased to read a scary, spooky haunted house novel with a great plot and likeable characters Recommended
August 19, 2026
As hauntings and ghost stories go this one is first class So much more than the usual spooky tale An intriguing plot with twists and turns that keep you reading to the end Recommended
August 21, 2026
A fast paced classic gothic horror that is full of suspense and dread As discoveries at the haunted Victorian house uncover powerful occult and supernatural forces at work
August 21, 2026
An excellent gothic horror set in a haunted Victorian house Hidden rooms uncover evidence of occult rituals Fear and dread take over as paranormal activity is triggered
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