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The Doll
A mysterious doll, a centuries old curse and a vengeful witch.
What have the tea guzzling OAP’s Queenie and Sybil got involved in now!
Queenie’s peaceful Sunday afternoon reading the papers is interrupted by the arrival of the local Vicar, Paul Goodfellow.
He has recently come into possession of a strange doll; worried because it is having such a strange effect on his three young daughters he reluctantly consults the local parish witch, Queenie.
Hearing that the previous owner, a young woman, committed suicide in the most horrific way Queenie becomes increasingly disturbed as she realises that the doll has an evil curse attached to it. It becomes evident how dangerous the situation is when the owner of the doll, an evil witch, forces her way into Queenie’s home in search of it.
The witch is the most formidable adversary Queenie has ever faced and it is only with the help of her sister Sybil and Paul the Vicar that they manage to overcome her, her coven and the Hell Hounds that she sets against them.
To stop her wreaking vengeance on the inhabitants of Queenie’s home of Dorchester and laying waste to the town Queenie must dig deep and use every bit of cunning and occult knowledge that she has.
“Muscle and sinew flexed beneath their black hides as they bounded forward.
Panting in the cold air, yellowing fangs protruding from their gaping mouths, they salivated as they bore down on their intended victims.
The largest Hell Hound slunk forward baring its teeth.
‘Bad dog!’ Queenie scolded, wagging her finger.”
What have the tea guzzling OAP’s Queenie and Sybil got involved in now!
Queenie’s peaceful Sunday afternoon reading the papers is interrupted by the arrival of the local Vicar, Paul Goodfellow.
He has recently come into possession of a strange doll; worried because it is having such a strange effect on his three young daughters he reluctantly consults the local parish witch, Queenie.
Hearing that the previous owner, a young woman, committed suicide in the most horrific way Queenie becomes increasingly disturbed as she realises that the doll has an evil curse attached to it. It becomes evident how dangerous the situation is when the owner of the doll, an evil witch, forces her way into Queenie’s home in search of it.
The witch is the most formidable adversary Queenie has ever faced and it is only with the help of her sister Sybil and Paul the Vicar that they manage to overcome her, her coven and the Hell Hounds that she sets against them.
To stop her wreaking vengeance on the inhabitants of Queenie’s home of Dorchester and laying waste to the town Queenie must dig deep and use every bit of cunning and occult knowledge that she has.
“Muscle and sinew flexed beneath their black hides as they bounded forward.
Panting in the cold air, yellowing fangs protruding from their gaping mouths, they salivated as they bore down on their intended victims.
The largest Hell Hound slunk forward baring its teeth.
‘Bad dog!’ Queenie scolded, wagging her finger.”
- GenresHorror
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First published March 31, 2020
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About the author
Elizabeth Andrews
24 books35 followersFae artist and author living in the rolling green hills of the west country.
Began career working in advertising before branching out into corporate imaging business, now has an online business selling fae related cards, prints and own range of books such as Faeries and Folklore of the British Isles, Faerie Flora, The Lavender Witch, The Cunning Man, The Faeries Tea Party (children's)and upcoming series of children's books The Mice of Horsehill Farm. Also collaborated on illustrated children's book Winny Green with singer songwriter Marc Drury.
Began career working in advertising before branching out into corporate imaging business, now has an online business selling fae related cards, prints and own range of books such as Faeries and Folklore of the British Isles, Faerie Flora, The Lavender Witch, The Cunning Man, The Faeries Tea Party (children's)and upcoming series of children's books The Mice of Horsehill Farm. Also collaborated on illustrated children's book Winny Green with singer songwriter Marc Drury.
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July 11, 2020
When Vicar, Paul Goodfellow shows up at Queenie's home wanting her help with a strange doll he has been given. Paul doesn't ordinarily believe in such things but the doll has affected his three daughters and he needs someone who can deal with it. Queenie along with her sister Sybil uncover the forces that are possessing the doll are quite a match for Queenie but she is determined to banish the evil trying its best to destroy those around it.
Terrific story. I liked how the story flowed and was hooked from the very beginning. I will have to go back and read the rest of the series. Terrific story.
Terrific story. I liked how the story flowed and was hooked from the very beginning. I will have to go back and read the rest of the series. Terrific story.
May 17, 2020
I simply loved this book! Sybil and Queenie are great characters that you instantly love and I found myself laughing out loud while reading (heck, devouring; read it in 3 days) this novel! The book is written in a fast paced style full of action and plot twists that will certainly will not let you stop reading.
June 15, 2021
Really good series. All four books were intense and a delight to read. I hope there will be more in the series.
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April 6, 2020
This was a much darker adventure for the Psychic Sisters than the previous three books and I enjoyed it immensely. Powerful imagery, interesting new characters and a rattling good plot, this was completely entertaining and interesting. It was a pleasure to be back in the company of Queenie and Sybil. One little quibble - Sybil was sat on the bench for a lot of this story. It was definitely Queenie's book and she was just a bit too cantankerous at times but that may change now she is getting roses (no spoilers😉)
October 16, 2020
The psychic sister's books are well written and a compelling storyline with emotive situations and horrifically graffiti horror. Don't let them pass you by.
March 24, 2021
A must read
There is at times when you find a book that keeps your interest and this was one for me liked
There is at times when you find a book that keeps your interest and this was one for me liked
September 30, 2024
Brilliant
I love all the books of The Psychic Sisters series. Sybil is the quieter sister whereas Queenie just goes for it I love Queenie character she never suffers fools. I really recommend reading these books once I start one they're so hard to put down.
I love all the books of The Psychic Sisters series. Sybil is the quieter sister whereas Queenie just goes for it I love Queenie character she never suffers fools. I really recommend reading these books once I start one they're so hard to put down.
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