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Spookshow #11
Spiritualist & Medium
Reluctant psychic Billie Culpepper is baffled when she discovers an old arrest charge against her late mother, issued just days before she disappeared. When no further details are found, Billie turns to her occult allies for a glimpse into her mother's troubled past.
1994
As a single mom in a small town, Mary Agnes Culpepper is spinning a lot of plates at once. She waits tables at a local bar while establishing her career as a spiritual medium, and struggles to provide a stable home for her daughter. This proves to be difficult when something sinister slithers through one's family tree.
When 8-year-old Billie begins to see people no one else can, Mary fears her only child has inherited the family curse. Her fears are doubled when her daughter is left injured from a malevolent force that visits her in the night.
Adding to Mary's worries is a new client that she suspects is being abused by her violent partner and the unexpected return of Billie's father. Frank Riddel has a habit of disrupting Mary's life and now he's back once again. Claiming to be a changed man, he wants them to be a family again, but Mary suspects an ulterior motive behind his sudden return.
It isn't long before the spinning plates fall one by one, and the fate of Mary Agnes Culpepper, spiritualist and medium, takes its last, inevitable turn.
1994
As a single mom in a small town, Mary Agnes Culpepper is spinning a lot of plates at once. She waits tables at a local bar while establishing her career as a spiritual medium, and struggles to provide a stable home for her daughter. This proves to be difficult when something sinister slithers through one's family tree.
When 8-year-old Billie begins to see people no one else can, Mary fears her only child has inherited the family curse. Her fears are doubled when her daughter is left injured from a malevolent force that visits her in the night.
Adding to Mary's worries is a new client that she suspects is being abused by her violent partner and the unexpected return of Billie's father. Frank Riddel has a habit of disrupting Mary's life and now he's back once again. Claiming to be a changed man, he wants them to be a family again, but Mary suspects an ulterior motive behind his sudden return.
It isn't long before the spinning plates fall one by one, and the fate of Mary Agnes Culpepper, spiritualist and medium, takes its last, inevitable turn.
- GenresHorror
405 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 7, 2021
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Tim McGregor
40 books401 followersTim McGregor is an author living in Toronto with his wife and children. And a ghost. A really spiteful ghost.
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October 9, 2025
And just like that, we're done. This is the end of the series.
I honestly could have read twenty-five volumes in this series. McGregor, throughout the entire series, was endlessly inventive, and truly brought the horror, while absolutely keeping the series very real world, very grounded.
We were effortlessly dropped into the lives of all the characters that rolled through these eleven installments.
But let's talk about this one. Because this? This one's special. This was mostly the story of Mary Agnes, so the bulk of the book took place in 1994, during Mary Agnes's last days. It's a harrowing story, and yet, it's one we see played out every day.
McGregor handles it all with his usual incredible skill. If I have any complaints, it's that, of all the books, this one felt a bit rushed toward the end. And, I would have liked to see some of the major side characters get a bit more airtime.
That being said, as stated earlier, this series is truly grounded in the real world, and in the real world, lives are messy. They don't necessarily have neat beginnings, middles, and ends, and true to form, that's how this wraps up.
Like a bunch of people that you hung out with for quite a while, shared a few laughs and tears, but sort of drifted away from, and now occasionally wonder how they're doing.
God, this was a phenomenal series.
I honestly could have read twenty-five volumes in this series. McGregor, throughout the entire series, was endlessly inventive, and truly brought the horror, while absolutely keeping the series very real world, very grounded.
We were effortlessly dropped into the lives of all the characters that rolled through these eleven installments.
But let's talk about this one. Because this? This one's special. This was mostly the story of Mary Agnes, so the bulk of the book took place in 1994, during Mary Agnes's last days. It's a harrowing story, and yet, it's one we see played out every day.
McGregor handles it all with his usual incredible skill. If I have any complaints, it's that, of all the books, this one felt a bit rushed toward the end. And, I would have liked to see some of the major side characters get a bit more airtime.
That being said, as stated earlier, this series is truly grounded in the real world, and in the real world, lives are messy. They don't necessarily have neat beginnings, middles, and ends, and true to form, that's how this wraps up.
Like a bunch of people that you hung out with for quite a while, shared a few laughs and tears, but sort of drifted away from, and now occasionally wonder how they're doing.
God, this was a phenomenal series.
October 9, 2021
Fun and engaging paranormal series
I've read all eleven books and enjoyed them all. I do believe there are things we can't see and understand, but that doesn't make them untrue. These are fiction stories but the author made them feel plausible. I hope he wants to keep going because the characters are engaging and the stories are fun. Happy reading.
I've read all eleven books and enjoyed them all. I do believe there are things we can't see and understand, but that doesn't make them untrue. These are fiction stories but the author made them feel plausible. I hope he wants to keep going because the characters are engaging and the stories are fun. Happy reading.
October 25, 2021
Really fun read.
I would recommend this book series to anyone who enjoys reading about the mystical. The stories are well developed. The characters are described thoroughly. I had a hard time putting it down.
I would recommend this book series to anyone who enjoys reading about the mystical. The stories are well developed. The characters are described thoroughly. I had a hard time putting it down.
December 29, 2021
I absolutely loved this series. Thank you TIM MCGREGOR for writing the Spookshow series! I can’t get enough of them!
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November 22, 2021Spookshow 11
Another fantastic entry in the Spookshow chronicles. The author is thinking of making this the last one, but I sure hope there is more to come. There is gold in them thar hills (storylines). Would love to see more of Gantry and Kaitlin and Cordelia. And Billie's cousin and and and...
Another fantastic entry in the Spookshow chronicles. The author is thinking of making this the last one, but I sure hope there is more to come. There is gold in them thar hills (storylines). Would love to see more of Gantry and Kaitlin and Cordelia. And Billie's cousin and and and...
November 11, 2021
The Best Spookshow of All?
This one really made my heart feel a lot. Seeing so many things from Mary Agnes’ point of view was beautiful and heart breaking.
This one really made my heart feel a lot. Seeing so many things from Mary Agnes’ point of view was beautiful and heart breaking.
November 18, 2021
Favorite Series
Spookshow is one of my favorite series. I’ve read the series several times and it never disappoints. Spiritualist & Medium is no exception. Wonderful read!!
Spookshow is one of my favorite series. I’ve read the series several times and it never disappoints. Spiritualist & Medium is no exception. Wonderful read!!
September 28, 2021
When a book series continues to 11 volumes it is expected that the quality would diminish but I didn't expect it from a Spookshow book. And I was right.
The book is good. I was invested to know the circumstances in which all that happened books ago, did happen. It was a pleasure to meet these characters, their background stories, the roles they played. I cannot bypass the nudges thrown in here and there .
I want more.
Dear Tim, I also read the note at the end of the book and please, please write more Spookshow. Don't let this be the last one. If you get an idea what could happen to Billie and the band, please be brave and write it down for us. I will preorder it for my Kindle the moment it gets out... again.
I will also try other series from Tim McGregor - I am now a dedicated fan (from Bulgaria!).
The book is good. I was invested to know the circumstances in which all that happened books ago, did happen. It was a pleasure to meet these characters, their background stories, the roles they played. I cannot bypass the nudges thrown in here and there .
I want more.
Dear Tim, I also read the note at the end of the book and please, please write more Spookshow. Don't let this be the last one. If you get an idea what could happen to Billie and the band, please be brave and write it down for us. I will preorder it for my Kindle the moment it gets out... again.
I will also try other series from Tim McGregor - I am now a dedicated fan (from Bulgaria!).
August 26, 2021
Great series!
When everyone met on the road across from the well, I had a feeling that this could be the last book in the series. I thought that everything had come full circle. I even teared up. But I told myself to look at other books you've written and take a chance on them.
When everyone met on the road across from the well, I had a feeling that this could be the last book in the series. I thought that everything had come full circle. I even teared up. But I told myself to look at other books you've written and take a chance on them.
September 4, 2021
Never a dull adventure in the Spookshow Series
I definitely am a slow reader, but I cannot put these books down. I read this book in 2 days. That is unheard of for me. I love the Characters, the love, the emotions I go through with them. The discoveries, the anger I share at the hypocrisy. I’m in love with this series. It never disappoints.
I definitely am a slow reader, but I cannot put these books down. I read this book in 2 days. That is unheard of for me. I love the Characters, the love, the emotions I go through with them. The discoveries, the anger I share at the hypocrisy. I’m in love with this series. It never disappoints.
March 20, 2024
A Really Good Series
Most series have their ups and downs; some installments are better than others. The Spookshow is golden all the way through. This was my second time reading the series, and imagine my surprise at two new books. Thanks, Tim. Hope they talk you into one more, so Tom can go home.
Most series have their ups and downs; some installments are better than others. The Spookshow is golden all the way through. This was my second time reading the series, and imagine my surprise at two new books. Thanks, Tim. Hope they talk you into one more, so Tom can go home.
August 19, 2024
What a great read. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This story was a great read and a heap really good ending? the to the Spookshow series.I have enjoyed all of the stories in this series.I have been scared,excited,sad and thrilled.What else do you want in a brilliant read? Recommended. Note to self find more by this author.
This story was a great read and a heap really good ending? the to the Spookshow series.I have enjoyed all of the stories in this series.I have been scared,excited,sad and thrilled.What else do you want in a brilliant read? Recommended. Note to self find more by this author.
September 2, 2021
Amazing book
Waited a long time for this book to come out. Again I wasn't disappointed. Thank you for writing these wondering books. This was totally wonderful, especially being able to learn so much about Billie's mom and her past. So hope this isn't the last book.
Waited a long time for this book to come out. Again I wasn't disappointed. Thank you for writing these wondering books. This was totally wonderful, especially being able to learn so much about Billie's mom and her past. So hope this isn't the last book.
January 10, 2022
Almost completed.
I truly enjoy reading this series. I have read them all and have though each one was the last. I really hope there is one more and justice is found for Billie's mom.
I truly enjoy reading this series. I have read them all and have though each one was the last. I really hope there is one more and justice is found for Billie's mom.
March 12, 2022
This has to be my favourite of the series! Please let there be more! I love the way it ended I needed confirmation but I didn’t because I knew…. But Mary Agnes and Billie are just amazing.
Please please keep going with the series!
Please please keep going with the series!
September 15, 2023
I need more
I don’t know where you could go from here with Billie’s story. Maybe a glimpse in to Toms history. Or why he found Billie. To find out he was there……. I’m really intrigued by that relationship and would love more!!!!
I don’t know where you could go from here with Billie’s story. Maybe a glimpse in to Toms history. Or why he found Billie. To find out he was there……. I’m really intrigued by that relationship and would love more!!!!
August 20, 2021
Always love this series and this book didn't disappoint.
August 25, 2021
Read it in 2 days - Tim never disappoints and I didn’t want it to end. I knew what he would say lastly in the write up and sincerely hope that it’s not true!! I want more
August 25, 2021
Love these books!
I love the Spookshow series! So many great characters. Wonderful storylines. I really hope there will be more. I'll be waiting...
I love the Spookshow series! So many great characters. Wonderful storylines. I really hope there will be more. I'll be waiting...
September 9, 2021
another awesome book
Love this series. So glad these characters stick with you so you will keep writing! Love Billie And I hope you keep writing about her!
Love this series. So glad these characters stick with you so you will keep writing! Love Billie And I hope you keep writing about her!
September 15, 2021
Spookshow11
So great, never a dull moment as always. So looking forward to the next one. Cant wait to see the next adventure.
Carole R
So great, never a dull moment as always. So looking forward to the next one. Cant wait to see the next adventure.
Carole R
September 18, 2021
As with the entire series, I truly enjoyed this book. It answered a lot of questions I had in the prior books. I kind of hate to see it all end. An extraordinary series.
January 25, 2022
Amazing as usual! I cannot recommend this series enough!
June 29, 2022
Sudden ending. Otherwise it was good.
I was expecting more and the story suddenly ended. I kept thinking there was more and there wasn't. What happened to Driscoll?
I was expecting more and the story suddenly ended. I kept thinking there was more and there wasn't. What happened to Driscoll?
February 18, 2023
I really enjoyed the whole series. The first one actually scared me, but the rest were a bit more low key. I wish there were more.
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