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A Riveting Haunted House Mystery #14
The Haunting of Thackery School
Frances Teller has been running from the past since the tragic fire that killed two of her friends as a teenager.
When Frances Teller accepts a job teaching at the prestigious Thackeray School in Vermont, she learns that the ghosts who haunt the hallways have adirect connection to her dangerous past. Now Frances must come to terms with the crime she committed as a student--before history repeats itself.
When Frances Teller accepts a job teaching at the prestigious Thackeray School in Vermont, she learns that the ghosts who haunt the hallways have adirect connection to her dangerous past. Now Frances must come to terms with the crime she committed as a student--before history repeats itself.
306 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 6, 2019
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Skylar Finn
59 books69 followersSkylar Finn grew up in a refinery town just outside of Houston, Texas. She has lived in Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Colorado, and most recently Florida. She writes on the road on planes, trains, and buses. When she's not writing, she is out looking for the next adventure.
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January 23, 2021
I love a good ghost story and for me, THE HAUNTING OF THACKERY SCHOOL was an average ghost story. It was almost a 4-star read for me, but I had a few issues. The story is told from the perspective of Frances, both as a teen and student at the Thackery School (boarding school) and as an adult and current teacher/counselor at the school. As a student, Frances and four of her friends were part of a tragedy that ended in the death of two of their group. The three survivors never told the authorities about their role in tragedy, eventually graduating and going on with their lives.
When Frances agrees to teach at the school, she discovers there has been years of ghostly rumors surrounding the death of her friends. There also are the new group of students who seem to be just as cagey and prone to rule-breaking as Frances' group. I found the early flashbacks a bit jarring, pulling me out of the present day story too soon. While I liked seeing what happened in the past first-hand, I wish there would have been some type of indication when we were jumping back -- even a simple "THEN" for the flashback and then a "NOW" for the current day.
The haunting wasn't super chilling, it made me more mildly curious than feeling uneasy. It was the cagey behavior of the students and the over-the-top antics of another teacher that created more tension for me. I wished for more of a ghost story versus a psychological thriller.
Overall, it's a solid story, but not quite as frightening as I had hoped for a ghost story.
When Frances agrees to teach at the school, she discovers there has been years of ghostly rumors surrounding the death of her friends. There also are the new group of students who seem to be just as cagey and prone to rule-breaking as Frances' group. I found the early flashbacks a bit jarring, pulling me out of the present day story too soon. While I liked seeing what happened in the past first-hand, I wish there would have been some type of indication when we were jumping back -- even a simple "THEN" for the flashback and then a "NOW" for the current day.
The haunting wasn't super chilling, it made me more mildly curious than feeling uneasy. It was the cagey behavior of the students and the over-the-top antics of another teacher that created more tension for me. I wished for more of a ghost story versus a psychological thriller.
Overall, it's a solid story, but not quite as frightening as I had hoped for a ghost story.
March 30, 2020
I read this in the Haunted Secrets Boxset.
Could definitely use some proofreading for continuity. (i.e. at location 2889 [Kindle edition] “Frances took the opportunity to drain her glass.” At location 2896 (without refilling her glass) “Frances drained the glass.” At location 2904 “ “I’m thankful for old friends,” she said finally, draining her glass. Harmony discreetly passed her the bottle of wine.” [where she, finally, refilled the glass she had emptied three times]).
“Frances ran to Jane’s side, where she lay on the kerosene-soaked floor, clutching her arm and howling.” Like they couldn’t smell the kerosene the minute they entered the room?
The story itself was good; some interesting twists and turns to keep one guessing.
Could definitely use some proofreading for continuity. (i.e. at location 2889 [Kindle edition] “Frances took the opportunity to drain her glass.” At location 2896 (without refilling her glass) “Frances drained the glass.” At location 2904 “ “I’m thankful for old friends,” she said finally, draining her glass. Harmony discreetly passed her the bottle of wine.” [where she, finally, refilled the glass she had emptied three times]).
“Frances ran to Jane’s side, where she lay on the kerosene-soaked floor, clutching her arm and howling.” Like they couldn’t smell the kerosene the minute they entered the room?
The story itself was good; some interesting twists and turns to keep one guessing.
October 15, 2019
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I enjoyed this book a lot. I figured out some of the ending but was still surprised. A good read
I enjoyed this book a lot. I figured out some of the ending but was still surprised. A good read
October 20, 2019
When Frances Teller accepts a job teaching at the prestigious Thackeray School in Vermont, she learns that the ghosts who haunt the hallways have a direct connection her past when she was a student
March 24, 2022
There was very little suspense until 80% of the way through. A coherent story but not gripping enough for me.
July 22, 2021
This was a really good story
I enjoyed this book very much! It was well written and it kept me interested. Skylar Finn is a wonderful writer and storyteller.
I enjoyed this book very much! It was well written and it kept me interested. Skylar Finn is a wonderful writer and storyteller.
January 30, 2020
Frances returns to Thackeray School as a teacher. She attended there twenty years earlier and swore never to return following a tragic incident that left two girls dead. Now that she is back, the past is haunting her. From the first page of the book, there is a sense of foreboding that lasts throughout the book. The mysteries compound as the past meets the present. There is a ghost trying to tell Frances and her former classmates and friends something. There is a bit of a psychological thriller component to the story that keeps the storyline intriguing. Things that go bump in the night takes on a new meaning in this story. This book has everything from murder, to action, to scary moments, to thrills, and much more. I hated putting it down to go to sleep at night. I finished it in two days. It is that enthralling!
I received a free copy of this book as part of The Haunted Secrets Boxset from Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book as part of The Haunted Secrets Boxset from Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 9, 2021
I was given an audiobook code in exchange for an honest review. I like the narrator, she does well.
This book goes back and forth between Frances’ time as a student at Thackery, where a disaster happened and two lived were lost, and Frances’ time present day as she’s returned to Thackery to live there and work as a guidance counselor. So we see what happened when Frances was a student, and we see what is going on on the campus currently. There is a group of girls reporting hauntings at the school believed to be from the event that happened to Frances and her friends 20 years ago.
Frances is trying to figure out what’s going on. The story kept me interested and is a good length for the plot. I could figure some of it out but the ending has surpises as well. This was an enjoyable book, 3.5 stars. I’d listen to it again to see if I missed anything and will definitely read more from this author.
This book goes back and forth between Frances’ time as a student at Thackery, where a disaster happened and two lived were lost, and Frances’ time present day as she’s returned to Thackery to live there and work as a guidance counselor. So we see what happened when Frances was a student, and we see what is going on on the campus currently. There is a group of girls reporting hauntings at the school believed to be from the event that happened to Frances and her friends 20 years ago.
Frances is trying to figure out what’s going on. The story kept me interested and is a good length for the plot. I could figure some of it out but the ending has surpises as well. This was an enjoyable book, 3.5 stars. I’d listen to it again to see if I missed anything and will definitely read more from this author.
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October 25, 2019The last revisited
When Frances Teller decides to go back to Thackery School as a teacher she didn't realize all of her last transgressions as a student would come back to haunt her. The ghost that supposedly haunted the school was the friend that died in the the chapel fire 21 years ago. There was supposed to be two students that died that but Frances is finding out that may not be the case.
A haunting story of a girls school and all the mischief that abounds there will keep you turning the pages until the very end. I put it down to go to bed but had to go back to until the very end. Intriguing tale for sure.
When Frances Teller decides to go back to Thackery School as a teacher she didn't realize all of her last transgressions as a student would come back to haunt her. The ghost that supposedly haunted the school was the friend that died in the the chapel fire 21 years ago. There was supposed to be two students that died that but Frances is finding out that may not be the case.
A haunting story of a girls school and all the mischief that abounds there will keep you turning the pages until the very end. I put it down to go to bed but had to go back to until the very end. Intriguing tale for sure.
October 29, 2019
Francis
Francis, Elizabeth and Haley were at an elite girls school during their highschool years. Two other girls Jane and Bethany were also in their group. The girls did not know how unstable Jane was until she convinced the others in a satanic ritual in the schools chapel and had set it up to burn trapping the girls inside. Francis, Elizabeth and Haley excaped but Bethany died.they all thought Jane had died too! But Jane was back! I recommend you read this book for a thriller ending!!!
Francis, Elizabeth and Haley were at an elite girls school during their highschool years. Two other girls Jane and Bethany were also in their group. The girls did not know how unstable Jane was until she convinced the others in a satanic ritual in the schools chapel and had set it up to burn trapping the girls inside. Francis, Elizabeth and Haley excaped but Bethany died.they all thought Jane had died too! But Jane was back! I recommend you read this book for a thriller ending!!!
October 21, 2019
This book was hard to put down. The storyline is well written and draws you in. Skylar Finn is one of my favorite authors and this is another great book!! I highly recommend reading.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 29, 2019
Stunning coming of age mystery
This was masterfully written I felt I was right there living with all those girls and experiencing all of the emotions we felt as teenagers all over again. Kudos!
This was masterfully written I felt I was right there living with all those girls and experiencing all of the emotions we felt as teenagers all over again. Kudos!
January 10, 2020
Nice Twist at the end
Good lightheaded and enjoyable read. I don't want to give anything away, but I guessed at the one character was a little shady. I didn't catch the twist at end though. Thank you for a good read 👍
Good lightheaded and enjoyable read. I don't want to give anything away, but I guessed at the one character was a little shady. I didn't catch the twist at end though. Thank you for a good read 👍
January 22, 2020
Interesting and thoughtful
This has an interesting mystery and a redemption plot.
I enjoyed it. I would recommend it to a friend or teacher.
Something tells me there are teachers out there who would enjoy this story a lot.
This has an interesting mystery and a redemption plot.
I enjoyed it. I would recommend it to a friend or teacher.
Something tells me there are teachers out there who would enjoy this story a lot.
July 28, 2020
L♥️VE
This book was terrific! It went back and forth almost effortlessly between present day and 20 years ago. I thought I had it figured out several times but no! another twist came around the corner. Great read.
This book was terrific! It went back and forth almost effortlessly between present day and 20 years ago. I thought I had it figured out several times but no! another twist came around the corner. Great read.
January 16, 2021
Haunted school
The story proved to be interesting. Teenage girls can be confusing and lost under peer pressure. I found myself moving fast through some parts just to get to the action. I liked this story.
The story proved to be interesting. Teenage girls can be confusing and lost under peer pressure. I found myself moving fast through some parts just to get to the action. I liked this story.
May 8, 2021
PRivate schools
I see t my two girls tow private school for elementary boy pot them in public for their last six years. I will never be sorry for each one tell you what you keep writing them and ill keep reading them sincerely Christine Dunne Harlingen Texas
I see t my two girls tow private school for elementary boy pot them in public for their last six years. I will never be sorry for each one tell you what you keep writing them and ill keep reading them sincerely Christine Dunne Harlingen Texas
October 12, 2019
Ghost story and mystery all in one.. Excellent story.
October 18, 2019
I loved this paranormal mystery. Everything I favor wrapped up into one tale.
October 22, 2019
Wow. What a string of events covering many years with an unexpected journey through a woman's life and times. Good book to read. My first by this author but ill be looking for more.
December 28, 2019
Great book!
Just finished the book and totally enjoyed the story! It had many twist and turns and a very surprised ending!
Just finished the book and totally enjoyed the story! It had many twist and turns and a very surprised ending!
December 28, 2019
Great read
Loved this book. It had a way of pulling you in and forgetting everything else going on. Would definitely recommend
Loved this book. It had a way of pulling you in and forgetting everything else going on. Would definitely recommend
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December 21, 2020Interesting read. Makes one wonder what's really going on and who is doing it all.
January 17, 2021
Great read!
I enjoyed reading this book. Interesting mix of characters with a plot that held my interest throughout the story. Suspenseful with a surprising ending! Read it!!
I enjoyed reading this book. Interesting mix of characters with a plot that held my interest throughout the story. Suspenseful with a surprising ending! Read it!!
January 18, 2021
Wow.
It's an amazing, awesome supernatural thriller. Felt very sorry for Bethany but adored Frances' resolve to deliver justice for her. Truly outstanding book.
It's an amazing, awesome supernatural thriller. Felt very sorry for Bethany but adored Frances' resolve to deliver justice for her. Truly outstanding book.
January 28, 2021
Good
I liked the characters of this story, though some could fool you. And at the end surprise you. To bad about Rutherford.
I liked the characters of this story, though some could fool you. And at the end surprise you. To bad about Rutherford.
February 1, 2021
A time to enjoy
Great tale about friends with twist that are unexpected. Help me become a part of a different world. Very believable and kept my entrest.
Great tale about friends with twist that are unexpected. Help me become a part of a different world. Very believable and kept my entrest.
February 10, 2021
Very good book!!
March 15, 2021
Had to force myself to finish reading.
April 5, 2021
Very good book
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