What do you think?
Rate this book
The Hidden Hallway
An antebellum house. A hidden hallway. A tale of passion and revenge.As an architectural historian, Mercedes Ellison planned to lead a quiet, boring life. She never dreamed her career would draw her into the mystery of a young woman who went missing after the Civil War.
When Mercedes is hired by Tammy and Clayton Popplewell, her job is to guide them as they register and renovate an antebellum house in the beautiful Southern city of Savannah, Georgia. But she knows this is not the boring job she hoped for when she arrives the first day to find the local police there. As Mercedes investigates the history of the property and neighbors seek her out with a strange Civil War Era tale of passion and revenge, she works to uncover a terrifying darkness and help the Popplewell couple make the house into the inn where they hope to share light - before the Popplewells give up and she loses the job.
Readers who will most enjoy this novella like suspense stories with supernatural elements and strong Christian characters who live their faith. If you love home renovation and decorating, Civil War history, and a rekindling of an old romance, this unusual story may be the one you're looking for!
When Mercedes is hired by Tammy and Clayton Popplewell, her job is to guide them as they register and renovate an antebellum house in the beautiful Southern city of Savannah, Georgia. But she knows this is not the boring job she hoped for when she arrives the first day to find the local police there. As Mercedes investigates the history of the property and neighbors seek her out with a strange Civil War Era tale of passion and revenge, she works to uncover a terrifying darkness and help the Popplewell couple make the house into the inn where they hope to share light - before the Popplewells give up and she loses the job.
Readers who will most enjoy this novella like suspense stories with supernatural elements and strong Christian characters who live their faith. If you love home renovation and decorating, Civil War history, and a rekindling of an old romance, this unusual story may be the one you're looking for!
131 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 2, 2021
About the author
Pamela Poole
18 books44 followersPamela Poole writes inspirational mystery and suspense that explore the intersection of faith, history, and the unseen spiritual realm. Her stories are grounded in a clear Christian worldview and shaped by a deep respect for both historical preservation and biblical truth.
With a love for unusual old houses and the stories embedded within them, Pamela creates compelling mysteries where the past presses into the present—and faith becomes essential to discernment and courage. Her characters are ordinary people facing extraordinary challenges, learning to trust Jesus when darkness threatens and answers are not easily found.
Pamela is the author of the Strange Sands Suspense series and the Painter Place Saga, blending richly detailed settings with themes of calling, obedience, redemption, and spiritual warfare. Her fiction offers clean, thought-provoking suspense designed both to engage the imagination and to encourage the heart.
When she isn’t writing, Pamela enjoys research, painting in her art studio, travel, and time spent near the coast—places where history lingers and inspiration quietly waits to be uncovered.
With a love for unusual old houses and the stories embedded within them, Pamela creates compelling mysteries where the past presses into the present—and faith becomes essential to discernment and courage. Her characters are ordinary people facing extraordinary challenges, learning to trust Jesus when darkness threatens and answers are not easily found.
Pamela is the author of the Strange Sands Suspense series and the Painter Place Saga, blending richly detailed settings with themes of calling, obedience, redemption, and spiritual warfare. Her fiction offers clean, thought-provoking suspense designed both to engage the imagination and to encourage the heart.
When she isn’t writing, Pamela enjoys research, painting in her art studio, travel, and time spent near the coast—places where history lingers and inspiration quietly waits to be uncovered.
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 reviews
June 13, 2022
The Hidden Hallway is another great read for those interested in a clean, faith-based book. No surprise language/etc popping up...So refreshing! Easy weekend read that you won't want to put down until you're finished.
October 4, 2023
It is important to read the first book in the series. With that being said, it was very interesting how they found secret doors and hiding places along with the storyline. Very intriguing along with wondering what they will find next. Definitely a good mystery.
February 1, 2024
I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. The description of the house is enchanting. Great explanation on occult objects and why we should not have them. Love the artwork of the house included with the book, beautiful.
Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 reviews