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Lin Coffin #6
The Haunted Lighthouse
This is book 6 in the Lin Coffin series. East End Lighthouse on Nantucket island is undergoing renovations and Lin Coffin's boyfriend has been hired to work on the project. When Jeff and Lin bike out to the bluff, Lin sees a ghost inside the lighthouse and he fills her heart with grief and loneliness. Someone is trying to disrupt the renovation project by compromising the workers' safety, but is the person responsible for the problems alive or dead? Jeff, Lin, and her cousin, Viv, with the help of several others, work to solve two mysteries - what does the ghost want from Lin and who is trying to stop the lighthouse renovations? This story has ghosts and some mild paranormal elements.
262 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 21, 2016
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J.A. Whiting
168 books319 followersUSA TODAY Bestselling Author and Amazon All Star, J A Whiting is the author of over 100 cozy mysteries. She lives with her family in Massachusetts. Whiting loves spending time with family, reading, traveling, cycling, following New England sports teams, exercising, and being outdoors.
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February 9, 2022
Heartbreaking really. My heart was heavy during most of this read. It was about Love, loss, and sabotage. All of the books in this series have a lot of history about Nantucket residents past and present. Of course, these characters are not real people, but maybe someone out there has a similar story.
Lin can see some ghosts and when they appear to her they need her help so they can pass to “the other side”. Lin had to do research to find out who the ghosts were and what they needed from her because the ghosts never speak.
The ending was a happy one for the most part. One person did suffer from mental illness and that affected his entire life and made him an angry being. His ending was not a good one, but the ghosts’ ending was.
Next book is the 7th of 15 and is called The Haunted Valentine.
Lin can see some ghosts and when they appear to her they need her help so they can pass to “the other side”. Lin had to do research to find out who the ghosts were and what they needed from her because the ghosts never speak.
The ending was a happy one for the most part. One person did suffer from mental illness and that affected his entire life and made him an angry being. His ending was not a good one, but the ghosts’ ending was.
Next book is the 7th of 15 and is called The Haunted Valentine.
June 14, 2018
A tragic love affair or an obsession or is it a mix of the two?
Great read. Renovating a lighthouse leads our heroine into a tale of murder, a lover story, broken hearts and minds. Who is jeopardising the renovations by under hand dealings that lead to injury and might end in death. A tragic triangle of love that spans years seems to be the answer. Can she and her cousin dig into the past so that today's culprit is stopped. Great plot with a slightly obvious culprit but one that will keep you reading until the end. The characters are just getting better and better with our two couples now firmly entrenched and into her gift of seeing ghosts.
Great read. Renovating a lighthouse leads our heroine into a tale of murder, a lover story, broken hearts and minds. Who is jeopardising the renovations by under hand dealings that lead to injury and might end in death. A tragic triangle of love that spans years seems to be the answer. Can she and her cousin dig into the past so that today's culprit is stopped. Great plot with a slightly obvious culprit but one that will keep you reading until the end. The characters are just getting better and better with our two couples now firmly entrenched and into her gift of seeing ghosts.
October 15, 2018
Enjoyable read for lovers of cozy mysteries
Book 6 in the Lin Coffin mystery series has Lin trying to work out why the immensely sad ghost of a lighthouse keeper has appeared to her. Strange things are happening at the renovation of the lighthouse cottage and barn including dangerous sabotage. The story flows well with small pieces of the puzzle fitting together to eventually solve the mystery of the ghosts and connection to the sabotage. An enjoyable read.
Book 6 in the Lin Coffin mystery series has Lin trying to work out why the immensely sad ghost of a lighthouse keeper has appeared to her. Strange things are happening at the renovation of the lighthouse cottage and barn including dangerous sabotage. The story flows well with small pieces of the puzzle fitting together to eventually solve the mystery of the ghosts and connection to the sabotage. An enjoyable read.
July 7, 2020
Another Winning Story
I enjoyed this story tremendously. The author does a great job of describing the scene so you feel you are there. The story moved along at a rapid pace, with never a dull moment. The mystery was a good one, and the touch of supernatural phenomena was just right. I especially enjoy the relationships Lin has with Leonard and Anton, and the way the dog and cat are best friends.
I enjoyed this story tremendously. The author does a great job of describing the scene so you feel you are there. The story moved along at a rapid pace, with never a dull moment. The mystery was a good one, and the touch of supernatural phenomena was just right. I especially enjoy the relationships Lin has with Leonard and Anton, and the way the dog and cat are best friends.
July 28, 2022
Lighthouse ghosts
Jeff gets a job working on restoring the lighthouse buildings and he tells Lin that Kurt asks if she world do the landscaping at the site. She sees a ghost on the lighthouse tower. She later sees another ghost a female who is soaking wet then this ghost helps to save her group from a raging storm by leading them to shelter. It helps that Jeff now knows about her seeing ghosts and helping find peace. A good story and characters.
Jeff gets a job working on restoring the lighthouse buildings and he tells Lin that Kurt asks if she world do the landscaping at the site. She sees a ghost on the lighthouse tower. She later sees another ghost a female who is soaking wet then this ghost helps to save her group from a raging storm by leading them to shelter. It helps that Jeff now knows about her seeing ghosts and helping find peace. A good story and characters.
June 8, 2018
Book 6
I really enjoyed reading every one of the books in this series! The author does such a good job building the story line developing the suspension who...why...how. The characters are great and they work so well together you ( I ) really care about what is going to happen to them. I look forward to reading more of this author's books!!!!!
I really enjoyed reading every one of the books in this series! The author does such a good job building the story line developing the suspension who...why...how. The characters are great and they work so well together you ( I ) really care about what is going to happen to them. I look forward to reading more of this author's books!!!!!
July 5, 2025
The lighthouse setting is really lovely, and I like how the mystery is also in the present and the ghosts guide Lin.
I could tell the Lin wasn’t very good at figuring it out, she reached the right conclusion a bit late. But it was fun and I had a lovely time anyway.
I could tell the Lin wasn’t very good at figuring it out, she reached the right conclusion a bit late. But it was fun and I had a lovely time anyway.
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July 22, 2025I enjoyed this series and have enjoyed other books in other series by this author. The stories are "clean" with no offensive words or explicit sex and they include some paranormal experiences. These books are good for just an enjoyable read and, though there is mystery in the story, it is not oppressively dark or scary. Overall, I have enjoyed them.
May 18, 2017
JA whiting
Another great book in the J A Whiting Linda Coffin Mystery Book series. I love the chemistry between the two cousins, Lin and Vic and Liv's vision of ghosts and her reaction to them.
Another great book in the J A Whiting Linda Coffin Mystery Book series. I love the chemistry between the two cousins, Lin and Vic and Liv's vision of ghosts and her reaction to them.
September 8, 2021
Running out of words to use for a heading
Book was good but there was something missing...oh yeah...no Leonard or should it be very little Leonard. I do hope we find out his secret power.
Book was good but there was something missing...oh yeah...no Leonard or should it be very little Leonard. I do hope we find out his secret power.
September 16, 2021
Love it
I'm not really into ghost .But these books are totally awesome. Love the cousins they have such kindness and respect for each other .I love all the characters in these books .
I'm not really into ghost .But these books are totally awesome. Love the cousins they have such kindness and respect for each other .I love all the characters in these books .
January 4, 2017
Great book
Another one that is pleasant to read. I so enjoy reading each story of each series. Recommended for everyone, although it is mainly a chick book.
Another one that is pleasant to read. I so enjoy reading each story of each series. Recommended for everyone, although it is mainly a chick book.
May 30, 2017
loved this book thank you. It was written beautifully.
I have read more in the
Lin Coffin. Series an d found Them all very interesting have You written, more .
I have read more in the
Lin Coffin. Series an d found Them all very interesting have You written, more .
June 18, 2017
Loved all the books in this series
I enjoy getting to know the people in this series. It's like making new and interesting friends. Definitely a great read. Cindy
I enjoy getting to know the people in this series. It's like making new and interesting friends. Definitely a great read. Cindy
September 27, 2017
Great story..
Every time I read a story by J.A.Waiting I marvel at her ability to hold me in a trance. This story is only a small example of her great work as a author.
Every time I read a story by J.A.Waiting I marvel at her ability to hold me in a trance. This story is only a small example of her great work as a author.
March 1, 2018
Excellent
July 17, 2018
I Love Cozy Mysteries.
I loved this cozy mystery filled with suspense,an interesting story, and engaging characters.
This book is recommended for those who love cozy mysteries.
I loved this cozy mystery filled with suspense,an interesting story, and engaging characters.
This book is recommended for those who love cozy mysteries.
July 18, 2018
Very sweet story
January 31, 2019
Steady mysterey
Kept me on reading, on and on, till the end and to the next next story. Good on, can't wait ✋
Kept me on reading, on and on, till the end and to the next next story. Good on, can't wait ✋
February 15, 2019
As a paranormal investigator, I find this series, fun, to the fact and can't wait for the next. Good job
September 18, 2020
Loved the book
Liked the characters and the info about the island and the historical history. It was a fun and interesting read,
Liked the characters and the info about the island and the historical history. It was a fun and interesting read,
December 21, 2020
This has become a great series! I enjoy the story and the characters are strong and well written. The easiness of reading the story, makes for a great experience. Great Reading Everyone!
November 10, 2021
Enjoyable
A good read
I enjoyed this tale and finished it in one day . it waa very interesting and kept you wanting more!
A good read
I enjoyed this tale and finished it in one day . it waa very interesting and kept you wanting more!
March 11, 2022
Loving ghosts!!
Part of the story was sad, but the ending was great! I do not usually do not read stories about ghosts. I love these stories!
Part of the story was sad, but the ending was great! I do not usually do not read stories about ghosts. I love these stories!
September 25, 2022
A very charming cozy mystery. And I thought I didn't care for ghosts.
May 11, 2023
Very enjoyable paranormal cozy mystery.
October 8, 2023
Good book
Her books are very good , i would recommend this author to other readers.
Keep up the good work JA Whiting
Her books are very good , i would recommend this author to other readers.
Keep up the good work JA Whiting
June 30, 2024
Great story
I really enjoyed this story. I really feel her frustration with the lack of clear communication but I really love Viv's reactions.
I really enjoyed this story. I really feel her frustration with the lack of clear communication but I really love Viv's reactions.
October 23, 2024
Enjoyable read. I liked the romance aspect.
March 2, 2017
Since I don't normally write reviews unless I have something specific to say, here's the break down of how I rate my books...
1 star... This book was bad, so bad I may have given up and skipped to the end. I will avoid this author like the plague in the future.
2 stars... This book was not very good, and I won't be reading any more from the author.
3 stars... This book was ok, but I won't go out of my way to read more, But if I find another book by the author for under a dollar I'd pick it up.
4 stars... I really enjoyed this book and will definitely be on the look out to pick up more from the series/author.
5 stars... I loved this book! It has earned a permanent home in my collection and I'll be picking up the rest of the series and other books from the author ASAP.
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