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In A Small Town Boxset: A Riveting Paranormal Mystery Boxset
An unputdownable Paranormal Mystery Boxset with a brilliant twist!Calamity James can see the dead, but that doesn’t mean she likes it.Calamity James, a reluctant paranormal detective, returns to her hometown for the first time in ten years to attend her aunt’s funeral. When the local sheriff blackmails her into helping with a missing persons case, Cal can’t say no. Using her unique gift, sharp wits, and even sharper tongue, Cal flirts with death to solve the case. In Red River, the dead talk, and Cal is the only person who can hear them.The Haunting of Rachel HarrowayIn 1983, a family of four was murdered in their nineteenth century Queen Anne manse. There were no witnesses, no real investigation, and no survivors.The discovery of a serial killer's burial ground rocks the peaceful town of Highlands, North Carolina. Rachel Harroway, a tragic detective with the ability to see the dead, and her brilliant atheistic partner, Jenson Peak, are put on the case. Only through the use of their unique talents can the orphaned dead find rest and the reinvigorated killer be brought to justice.The Pretty Dead GirlsWhen two young girls go missing from a small Georgia town, the crime remains unsolved for nearly thirty years.When Savannah moves home to the small town of Humble, Georgia, she has no intention of getting involved in a kidnapping investigation. But when her older brother Mac becomes the main suspect, Savannah launches a secret investigation in order to clear her brother’s name. Savannah has inherited a gift, one that might reveal who the culprit is if she can stay one step ahead of the killer, who is closer than she thinks.The Haunting of Clyde BarkerHartwell, Georgia has a big secret.Clyde Barker, a down-on-his-luck pro bono lawyer, inherits his late uncle's land in the small town of Hartwell, Georgia. While exploring the property, he uncovers clues pertaining to his uncle's demise and the secret investigation he was running out of his home. Driven to learn the truth, Clyde forces himself to uncover dark secrets within the town and himself. Little does Clyde know, he possesses a gift that will change his life forever.
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Published June 16, 2021
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Alexandria Clarke
219 books274 followersAlexandria Clarke is a writer, cat lover, and all-around optimist. She loves to immerse her readers in mystery and intrigue, meaningful friendships, and the worlds of characters who learn by doing. When she's not writing, Alex enjoys playing guitar, watching Wynonna Earp, and spending time with her family. She currently lives in Orlando, Florida with her partner and their four pets.
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June 20, 2023
I loved every story. Hated for the book to end
September 13, 2021
An unputdownable Paranormal Mystery Boxset with a brilliant twist!
Calamity James can see the dead, but that doesn’t mean she likes it.
Calamity James, a reluctant paranormal detective, returns to her hometown for the first time in ten years to attend her aunt’s funeral. When the local sheriff blackmails her into helping with a missing persons case, Cal can’t say no. Using her unique gift, sharp wits, and even sharper tongue, Cal flirts with death to solve the case. In Red River, the dead talk, and Cal is the only person who can hear them.
The Haunting of Rachel Harroway
In 1983, a family of four was murdered in their nineteenth century Queen Anne manse. There were no witnesses, no real investigation, and no survivors.
The discovery of a serial killer's burial ground rocks the peaceful town of Highlands, North Carolina. Rachel Harroway, a tragic detective with the ability to see the dead, and her brilliant atheistic partner, Jenson Peak, are put on the case. Only through the use of their unique talents can the orphaned dead find rest and the reinvigorated killer be brought to justice.
The Pretty Dead Girls
When two young girls go missing from a small Georgia town, the crime remains unsolved for nearly thirty years.
When Savannah moves home to the small town of Humble, Georgia, she has no intention of getting involved in a kidnapping investigation. But when her older brother Mac becomes the main suspect, Savannah launches a secret investigation in order to clear her brother’s name. Savannah has inherited a gift, one that might reveal who the culprit is if she can stay one step ahead of the killer, who is closer than she thinks.
The Haunting of Clyde Barker
Hartwell, Georgia has a big secret.
Clyde Barker, a down-on-his-luck pro bono lawyer, inherits his late uncle's land in the small town of Hartwell, Georgia. While exploring the property, he uncovers clues pertaining to his uncle's demise and the secret investigation he was running out of his home. Driven to learn the truth, Clyde forces himself to uncover dark secrets within the town and himself. Little does Clyde know, he possesses a gift that will change his life forever.
Calamity James can see the dead, but that doesn’t mean she likes it.
Calamity James, a reluctant paranormal detective, returns to her hometown for the first time in ten years to attend her aunt’s funeral. When the local sheriff blackmails her into helping with a missing persons case, Cal can’t say no. Using her unique gift, sharp wits, and even sharper tongue, Cal flirts with death to solve the case. In Red River, the dead talk, and Cal is the only person who can hear them.
The Haunting of Rachel Harroway
In 1983, a family of four was murdered in their nineteenth century Queen Anne manse. There were no witnesses, no real investigation, and no survivors.
The discovery of a serial killer's burial ground rocks the peaceful town of Highlands, North Carolina. Rachel Harroway, a tragic detective with the ability to see the dead, and her brilliant atheistic partner, Jenson Peak, are put on the case. Only through the use of their unique talents can the orphaned dead find rest and the reinvigorated killer be brought to justice.
The Pretty Dead Girls
When two young girls go missing from a small Georgia town, the crime remains unsolved for nearly thirty years.
When Savannah moves home to the small town of Humble, Georgia, she has no intention of getting involved in a kidnapping investigation. But when her older brother Mac becomes the main suspect, Savannah launches a secret investigation in order to clear her brother’s name. Savannah has inherited a gift, one that might reveal who the culprit is if she can stay one step ahead of the killer, who is closer than she thinks.
The Haunting of Clyde Barker
Hartwell, Georgia has a big secret.
Clyde Barker, a down-on-his-luck pro bono lawyer, inherits his late uncle's land in the small town of Hartwell, Georgia. While exploring the property, he uncovers clues pertaining to his uncle's demise and the secret investigation he was running out of his home. Driven to learn the truth, Clyde forces himself to uncover dark secrets within the town and himself. Little does Clyde know, he possesses a gift that will change his life forever.
July 6, 2021
Beware: Only one of the 5 books was written by Alexandria Clarke
This set of books is extremely difficult to review, considering there are multiple authors, but only Alexandria Clarke's name is shown anywhere. I am a fan of her paranormal books, so ordered this box set, which appeared to be all her books since there were no other authors shown. The first book was indeed one of Ms. Clarke's books, although I would only give it a four, instead of my usual five. There were many errors not caught by the editors that were very distracting, such as frequently using the incorrect person's name in a sentence, etc. The second book was obviously NOT a Clarke book by its writing style, but there was only a title page with no separate author listed. I had to do a separate search to find the author, who is Skylar Finn. Another search found that the final three books were all written by J S Donovan, but I found them to be very choppy and poorly edited as well, with many mistakes in names as well. The only good book in the collection was "In a Small Town" by Alexandria Clarke, and as I stated, it wasn't one of her best. Frankly, I wouldn't waste my time on this very long, not very interesting set of ghost stories.
This set of books is extremely difficult to review, considering there are multiple authors, but only Alexandria Clarke's name is shown anywhere. I am a fan of her paranormal books, so ordered this box set, which appeared to be all her books since there were no other authors shown. The first book was indeed one of Ms. Clarke's books, although I would only give it a four, instead of my usual five. There were many errors not caught by the editors that were very distracting, such as frequently using the incorrect person's name in a sentence, etc. The second book was obviously NOT a Clarke book by its writing style, but there was only a title page with no separate author listed. I had to do a separate search to find the author, who is Skylar Finn. Another search found that the final three books were all written by J S Donovan, but I found them to be very choppy and poorly edited as well, with many mistakes in names as well. The only good book in the collection was "In a Small Town" by Alexandria Clarke, and as I stated, it wasn't one of her best. Frankly, I wouldn't waste my time on this very long, not very interesting set of ghost stories.
January 26, 2025
SPOILERS ??!
So I’m a sucker for small town paranormal women’s fiction books and I liked the sound of this one. Now I’m 3% in and have noticed some insane likenesses to Wynonna Earp the tv show. Which I adore except with ghosts instead of Demony peeps.
- The Wild Wild West cowboy name
- Gets off bus due a supernatural reason
- Wild West outback town
- In town for the funeral of family
- The town that hates her for something she didn’t do
- The smart younger sister who’s always left behind
- The abandoned children (the sisters) who’s parent walks out on them and then the other parent dies
- The smart sister who’s obsessed with finding out about the history of the family to help the older sister out
- The lesbian redhead deputy who’s immediately attracted to the younger sister
-The younger sisters name starting with W
- The younger sister who’s adamant that she’s straight when she’s clearly not.
That’s all I can think of right now as I’m only 3% in. Not saying is a bad book and I might change my star rating later but it’s a heck of a lot of same same.
So I’m a sucker for small town paranormal women’s fiction books and I liked the sound of this one. Now I’m 3% in and have noticed some insane likenesses to Wynonna Earp the tv show. Which I adore except with ghosts instead of Demony peeps.
- The Wild Wild West cowboy name
- Gets off bus due a supernatural reason
- Wild West outback town
- In town for the funeral of family
- The town that hates her for something she didn’t do
- The smart younger sister who’s always left behind
- The abandoned children (the sisters) who’s parent walks out on them and then the other parent dies
- The smart sister who’s obsessed with finding out about the history of the family to help the older sister out
- The lesbian redhead deputy who’s immediately attracted to the younger sister
-The younger sisters name starting with W
- The younger sister who’s adamant that she’s straight when she’s clearly not.
That’s all I can think of right now as I’m only 3% in. Not saying is a bad book and I might change my star rating later but it’s a heck of a lot of same same.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 7, 2021
An exciting experience
This series has got to be one of the best I have ever read!!! It held my interest from beginning to end. I would have to say that these books have put this author in the same league as Willow Rose!!! Bravo!!
This series has got to be one of the best I have ever read!!! It held my interest from beginning to end. I would have to say that these books have put this author in the same league as Willow Rose!!! Bravo!!
July 29, 2021
Interesting Stories
The characters and stories were easy to like, were human in their portrayal, believable. The only objections I had were purely grammatical. It needed work in the proofreading. The mistakes were distracting..
The characters and stories were easy to like, were human in their portrayal, believable. The only objections I had were purely grammatical. It needed work in the proofreading. The mistakes were distracting..
May 5, 2022
Collection of unique paranormals
Such a varied collection of stories, characters, and settings that you can keep reading for many hours! All are well written and you quickly become entangled in their lives as these riveting stories unfold!
Such a varied collection of stories, characters, and settings that you can keep reading for many hours! All are well written and you quickly become entangled in their lives as these riveting stories unfold!
October 23, 2025
It is tough to rate this offering. Book #1 was a solid 4.5, but everything went downhill from there. There are so many mistakes that it is sometimes difficult to follow the storyline. My suggestion: Find a good proofreader/editor...
July 16, 2021
I enjoyed it!
Calamity was my favorite and I’d really like to see more of her. All in all, a nifty idea for a series.
Calamity was my favorite and I’d really like to see more of her. All in all, a nifty idea for a series.
October 10, 2021
Very good read
The series of books Was well worth the time to read it Full of surprises And adventures a well written book set.
The series of books Was well worth the time to read it Full of surprises And adventures a well written book set.
March 21, 2022
Really liked this book.
June 11, 2023
I don't often read all the books in a boxset in a row, but couldn't put this set down. An excellent read.
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