The Resident Evil at Blackthorn Manor

Grayson Sherbrooke's Otherworldly Adventures #2

by Catherine Coulter

In Grayson Sherbrooke’s second Otherworldly Adventure, he goes to Scotland to Vere Castle, the home of his aunt and uncle, the Earl and Countess of Ashburnam. His aunt Sinjun had written to him that her resident ghost, Pearlin’ Jane, warned that evil was coming. But Grayson doesn’t make it to Vere Castle. He’s stopped by a mysterious carriage, a beautiful white hand extends to him, he touches it and he’s gone. When he comes to himself, he has no memory of the missing day. Pearlin’ Jane (see The Heiress Bride) warns him that Lady Blackthorn isn’t what everyone believes she is, she’s something beyond this world. Then he remembers what happened to him that lost day and knows it isn’t trouble that lurks, it’s evil. About the Catherine Coulter is the author of 78 novels, including 70 New York Times bestsellers, finally hitting #1 after exhaustive prayers. She earned her reputation writing historical romances to pass time while aboard the ark. She's written over ten different historical romance series, including the hugely popular Sherbrooke series. Over a decade ago she added suspense thrillers to her repertoire -- with great success. The Cove, the first book in her bestselling "FBI Suspense Thriller Series" spent nine weeks on the New York Times list and has to date sold over 2 million copies. Since then, she has written 19 more bestselling thrillers in her FBI series, including The Maze, The Target, The Edge, Riptide, Hemlock Bay, Eleventh Hour, Blindside, Blowout, Point Blank, Double Take, Tailspin, Knockout, Whiplash, Split Second, Backfire, Bombshell, Power Play, Nemesis, and Insidious. She has also launched a bestselling new series, co-written with JT Ellison, titled "A Brit in the FBI," including The Final Cut, The Lost Key, The End Game and soon to come, The Devil's Triangle. Critics describe the Brit series as "unputdownable" and full of "heart-stopping action." Praise for Catherine “A good storyteller…Coulter always keeps the pace brisk.”—Fort Worth Star-Telegram “Ms. Coulter is a one-of-a-kind author who knows how to hook her readers and keep them coming back for more.”—The Best Reviews “Coulter is excellent at portraying the romantic tension between her heroes and heroines, and she manages to write explicitly but beautifully about sex as well as love.”—Milwaukee Journal “Coulter instinctively feeds our desire to believe in knights in shining armor and everlasting love—historical romance at its finest.”—BookReporter.com “One of the genre’s great storytellers.”—Kansas City Star “One of the masters of the genre.”—The Newark Star-Ledger

Genres: Mystery

82 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 6, 2016

Reviews

[Brenda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Grayson goes to visit his Aunt Sinjin at her request because something evil is going to happen. On the way there Grayson meets a carriage and is taken away to a place called Border. He gets set free and makes it to Aunt Sinjin’s only to discover he is missing a whole day, then strange things begin to happen. This is a quick and fast read. I like Grayson’s character and enjoy how he along with some help solve the evil problem. I would read more in the series.

[Marion Vasquez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Truly a story for Halloween!

Cathrine Coulter delivered as always a story that kept me wanting to know how the story ended. The part I enjoyed most is Pearlin Jane throwing the Pearls at and around the first demon. The part I can say I least enjoyed was that the ending was so soon. I loved the familiar characters Cathrine brings in her novels. It was wonderful to see Sinjun and Colin again.

[Anita · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Resident Evil at Blackthorn Manor: 4-Stars
Grayson has received an urgent letter from his Aunt Sinjin of Vere Castle in Scotland. She desperately needs his help to deal with what the resident ghost, Pearlin' Jane, calls "evil trouble". When Grayson arrives at Vere Castle, he is missing a day and has a splitting headache. Apparently, this evil demon wants to play hardball and Grayson is just the mortal to take her on.

[Mimi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grayson Sherbrooke goes to visit his aunt and uncle where he is confronted with an evil demon that is determined to prevent Grayson from thwarting it at attaining its desired evil intent. Some of the characters from Wolffe Hall appear in this novella and provide their own insight and suggestions that lead to them being able to get rid of the "resident evil" at Blackthorn Manor. Cleverly constructed.

[Kelley Kingman · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Resident Evil at Blackthorn Manor

Grayson has been called to Scotland by his aunt, with only saying there is trouble. When he is almost there, he is wisked to another realm with no memory of being there. When he gets to his aunts castle, it seems he was missing a day. Now he and Pearlin Jane must try to fix everything before someone dies.
This was a real page turner you don't want to miss.

[Gayle Doukas · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not One of Her Better Books

I have read many of Catherine Coulter's books and this one was not one of her better ones. The reason I gave it 4 stars was it was a short read and it was well written. But the whole premise of this book was implausible. The author tried but did not succeed in writing an interesting story as far as I'm concerned.

[Cindy Miller · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoying these Otherworldly Adventures novellas not to mention Grayson-he holds my attention, he's always in the mist of ghosts and demons and needs to set things right. It was nice to revisit the characters in The Heiress Bride.

[Maryly Skallos · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun and relaxing

This story kept me wanting to turn the page to see what would happen next. Catherine Coulter did not disappoint me with this story and I am glad to have enjoyed it immensely. Can't wait for another one.

[Patricia Tarver · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grayson ghosts

He can give you bad drama. And a good story so you don't want put the book down. I can not wait for the next one.

[michael frye · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grayson Sherbrooke

Waiting to read the third book of this delightful series. Quick read and the topic is unusual. Ghosts and spirits are a delight.

[sandra jeffers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Evil

This was a good second book in the series. As usual Catherine takes you back in time and makes it real.

[Emily Wallace · Rating 3 out of 5]

I fell in love with Catherine Coulter as a high schooler. Read all her Sherbrooke books! This was a fun find. Nice fun easy reading. (Not Middle School)

[Brenda Allen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great spin off from the Bride Series. In the series she talks about Grayson Sherbrooke writing storis.

[Torie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grayson slays another demon

This series is fun and exciting with protecting loved ones from ghosts and demons. I really enjoyed this one. Looking forward to #3!

[Manola Dobbs · Rating 3 out of 5]

Blackthorn Manor

Good book. Loved the characters and the mix of the ghost and the demons. Grey son has some very unique adventures. Love reading about them. Good book.

[Frederick Nieto · Rating 5 out of 5]

An exceptionally excellent read.

[Gayla · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was the best one!

[Anna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Believe or not????

This is another example of my favorite author, Catherine Coulter can do. She pulls you in with mystery, deaths, and legendary tales of old with one of the characters from her series of the Sherbrookes.
This us the second book of her new series and it will grab you from the beginning just as her FBI series, the Sherbrooke Bride series have.
I could not put it down its a fast read and it has you wanting to keep reading and reading...
Love Grayson can't wait for his next adventure
Thanks Catherine Coulter you always spin the most wonderful creations of mystery, history, and laughter and always leaving it to the end where there is no end (for wanting more) Love your books...

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

At first I thought I wasn't going to be able to get into this book, but I kept reading and really enjoyed it. It makes me want to go back and read the The Sherbrooke Bride (Brides, #1). I liked this book but I liked the first one better with Pip, Grayson's son. I don't like to give the story away, so I will just say if you enjoy Catherine Coulter and you remember Sinjin and Colin from the Brides Series, then you will enjoy catching up with them again.

[Bee · Rating 5 out of 5]

A good afternoon read

For someone who loves the Sherbrooke story line, this is a quick afternoons read. Colin Sherbrooke is in danger and only Greyson can save him, only if he can keep his wits about him!!!

[Kathryn Boyle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent read. I love the Sheerbrooks

Loved the mystery and the Sherbrooke family. sinjun and Colin haven't lost their passion and mystery in them. Grayson still has it. Keeps you entertained.

[NV · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good story

Good story and fun to revisit the characters from previous stories. Catherine Coulter spins a wonderful story with interesting characters.

[Gail McCormack · Rating 3 out of 5]

not my favorite

it was a bit confusing, wont be reading the other, Catherine is one of my favorite authors just didn't care for this one

[Betty Ridgway · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not in my opinion up to her usual standard.

[Cynthia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another exciting otherworldy adventure with Grayson Sherbrooke!

This time he was battling two ancient demonesses. And he had help from Pearlin' Jane!

The build up was very well done, with the carriage abduction and the tower scene, then to the enchanted party. I felt a bit cheated with the climax and how the demons were defeated, it seemed too easy, but I understand trying to keep the story short and concise.

I love the Sherbrooke family and can't wait to read Grayson's further adventures!