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Mystery House #10
Virginia Creeper
During the holidays, Ellen, Tanya, and Sue want to go to the most Christmassy town in America, which Google says is Williamsburg, Virginia. While they're enjoying the magnificent light display at Busch Gardens and touring Colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown, and Jamestown, they sense someone following them. They quickly realize the creeper is not among the living.
At first, their efforts to communicate with this unknown entity provide no answers. Little do they know that he will share his message on his own terms, in his own way. The unsettling truth he shares will rock their world, but it may give them a chance to bring peace to dozens of American Revolutionary War heroes who have been lost for centuries--that is, if they can convince the creeper that they are on his side.
At first, their efforts to communicate with this unknown entity provide no answers. Little do they know that he will share his message on his own terms, in his own way. The unsettling truth he shares will rock their world, but it may give them a chance to bring peace to dozens of American Revolutionary War heroes who have been lost for centuries--that is, if they can convince the creeper that they are on his side.
208 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2023
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June 5, 2023
Set up around Christmas timelines, the book takes you to the most lively town in America. While the main protagonists are touring the city they sense someone following them, someone is undoubtedly not living! To know who is the ghost following them and what does he want, read the book 😉
This is the 10th book in The Mystery House series and it's safe to say you can read this book without the previous ones. A book with lots n lots of ghosts, séances and a team of paranormal experts willing to take the risk. The contrasting vibes of Christmas festivities and creepy cold feet interactions with spirits leave you in an eerie mood. Which I feel is not everyone's cup of tea. For me, however, it worked pretty fine. I usually am a digger for such horrific contrasts.
Thank you @netgalley @dreamscape_media and @evapohler for the digital ARC.
Genre: #paranormal #mystery
Rating: 4/5 ⭐️
This is the 10th book in The Mystery House series and it's safe to say you can read this book without the previous ones. A book with lots n lots of ghosts, séances and a team of paranormal experts willing to take the risk. The contrasting vibes of Christmas festivities and creepy cold feet interactions with spirits leave you in an eerie mood. Which I feel is not everyone's cup of tea. For me, however, it worked pretty fine. I usually am a digger for such horrific contrasts.
Thank you @netgalley @dreamscape_media and @evapohler for the digital ARC.
Genre: #paranormal #mystery
Rating: 4/5 ⭐️
June 11, 2023
I openly confess I requested this ARC on netgalley purely for the cover, and having a Christmas theme. And yes, it's about 30°C outside in June right now! Perfect time to read a wintery book...
Virginia Creeper by Eva Pohler is a rather quick and fun read, which I breezed through in no time at all! It's the first book in the series I read, and despite there clearly being backstory between the main characters, this read just fine as a stand alone as well. I didn't really feel like I missed any important info, and I definitely enjoyed the voice and tone of the story!
It's a mix of mystery, history, paranormal investigation and friends who spend their holiday together. There's banter and helping each other out in the present timeline, but there's also the darker topics of how native Americans were treated back in the day. For me it was a good balance, neither too dark, not too callous about real history.
My one star missing is maybe a minor detail, but it really rubbed me wrong. A curse for example can only be broken in the same native language it was started with, which I found really rather well thought out.
This might be a spoiler, so read on with caution.
Virginia Creeper by Eva Pohler is a rather quick and fun read, which I breezed through in no time at all! It's the first book in the series I read, and despite there clearly being backstory between the main characters, this read just fine as a stand alone as well. I didn't really feel like I missed any important info, and I definitely enjoyed the voice and tone of the story!
It's a mix of mystery, history, paranormal investigation and friends who spend their holiday together. There's banter and helping each other out in the present timeline, but there's also the darker topics of how native Americans were treated back in the day. For me it was a good balance, neither too dark, not too callous about real history.
My one star missing is maybe a minor detail, but it really rubbed me wrong. A curse for example can only be broken in the same native language it was started with, which I found really rather well thought out.
This might be a spoiler, so read on with caution.
June 19, 2023
I have really been getting in to cozy mysteries and this paranormal cozy mystery was a lot of fun. When Sue decides to rent a B&B previously rented by her mom she finds out it’s no longer for rent but for sale and the girls are surprised to learn she bought it. When they arrive there delighted to see the cobblestones and quaint 1800s Cottage they’ll be staying in and although she doesn’t have any ghostly history for the Home no fear it’s haunted by the ghost who stalks the ladies, his name is Henry Hamilton but what message does he have for the ladies? This isn’t the best summary for this book but others have dumb summaries just know this is a fun paranormal cozy mystery with a narrator who sounds like she had just as much fun doing the book as I had reading it. Although this is the 10th book in the series it can definitely be read as a standalone but I bet it would be more fun reading them and order something I plan to do soon. I received this book from NetGalley and the publisher but I am leaving this review voluntarily please forgive any mistakes as I am blind and dictate my review
July 5, 2023
“Virginia Creeper” is the 10th novel in “The Mystery House series” and continues the adventures of Ellen, Tanya and Sue, as supernatural investigators. This time, their adventures lead them to the most Christmassy town in America, Williamsburg, Virginia. Instead of enjoying a well-earned vacation, they find themselves followed by a mysterious presence which sets them on a new adventure.
I liked that the story was easy to follow. Although this is the 10th book in the series, it didn’t feel like I missed out on any important detail by not reading the previous volumes. It was also nice to hear the author reading their own book and adapting each character’s voice to a different personality.
Special thanks to NetGalley, Dreamscape Media, Eva Pohler Books, and the editorial team for giving me the opportunity to review the ARC in audiobook format and to you, my reader, for taking the time to read this honest personal book review.
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I liked that the story was easy to follow. Although this is the 10th book in the series, it didn’t feel like I missed out on any important detail by not reading the previous volumes. It was also nice to hear the author reading their own book and adapting each character’s voice to a different personality.
Special thanks to NetGalley, Dreamscape Media, Eva Pohler Books, and the editorial team for giving me the opportunity to review the ARC in audiobook format and to you, my reader, for taking the time to read this honest personal book review.
If you are interested in other of my book reviews, make sure to follow me on GoodReads! #VirginiaCreeper #NetGalley #LifeLongLearning
November 1, 2024
The author reads the book herself, it's free on YouTube The problem is, I feel like I'm reading a renovation project with occasional 'I cooked this and ate that.'
The wardrobe stood there, now they took it apart, now we see this wooden floor of this particular colour, and we need to remove a door from here and add there. "Look at those kitchen cabinets, aren't they beautiful? Yes, they are."
The book is supposed to be about a haunted house. There are ghosts, but 1) they're written very stiffly, "stick figures" as the author describes them and they are 2) the renovation and food take around 90-95% of all the events? It's great that the writer is passionate about that stuff (I, too, love some tasty food and a pretty interior design choice), but I don't see how describing a renovation in details is relevant to a ghost story.
Oh, and she tries so hard not to repeat "[character] said" that it gets old very fast. Why are you afraid to say "they said". Write it. It's okay.
I'm not sure if it's the author's reading or her writing, but it's so monotonous. It's boring to fall asleep to, let alone actively listen to in a fully functioning state. It anything, it's a good example of how NOT to write. Which I find sad, but that can also add to your own writing the experience/skill.
I managed to endure around an hour and a half (more or less) of the audiobook and I think this is where I need to DNF it. It's not a *bad* book, but I don't really see it as a book at all.
The wardrobe stood there, now they took it apart, now we see this wooden floor of this particular colour, and we need to remove a door from here and add there. "Look at those kitchen cabinets, aren't they beautiful? Yes, they are."
The book is supposed to be about a haunted house. There are ghosts, but 1) they're written very stiffly, "stick figures" as the author describes them and they are 2) the renovation and food take around 90-95% of all the events? It's great that the writer is passionate about that stuff (I, too, love some tasty food and a pretty interior design choice), but I don't see how describing a renovation in details is relevant to a ghost story.
Oh, and she tries so hard not to repeat "[character] said" that it gets old very fast. Why are you afraid to say "they said". Write it. It's okay.
I'm not sure if it's the author's reading or her writing, but it's so monotonous. It's boring to fall asleep to, let alone actively listen to in a fully functioning state. It anything, it's a good example of how NOT to write. Which I find sad, but that can also add to your own writing the experience/skill.
I managed to endure around an hour and a half (more or less) of the audiobook and I think this is where I need to DNF it. It's not a *bad* book, but I don't really see it as a book at all.
January 11, 2024
Embarking on the winding journey through Eva Pohler's "Virginia Creeper" was like stepping into the shadows of Colonial Williamsburg, where the chill in the air doesn't solely arise from the winter breeze. In this enchanting tale, the secrets of the past intertwine with the supernatural, casting a spell that lingers long after the last word is spoken.
As Ellen, Tanya, and Sue set out to immerse themselves in the festive allure of Williamsburg during the holidays, little do they fathom the spectral dance awaiting them. From the magnificent light displays at Busch Gardens to the historical tapestry of colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown, and Jamestown, an unseen presence follows, leaving an eerie trail in its wake.
Pohler masterfully crafts an atmospheric blend of history and the supernatural. The descriptions transport you to the heart of Williamsburg, where the flickering candlelight casts elongated shadows, and the scent of evergreens mingles with a spectral whisper. The creeper's tale unfolds against this backdrop, adding layers of mystery to the festive season.
The characters, Ellen, Tanya, and Sue, are not mere conduits for the supernatural; they are conduits for emotion and connection. Their journey becomes a vessel for unearthing buried histories and reconciling the lingering spirits of American Revolutionary War heroes. The narrative seamlessly weaves the present with the echoes of the past, creating a captivating tapestry.
The audiobook experience transforms Pohler's words into an ethereal symphony. The narration becomes the voice of the creeper, resonating with an eerie cadence that draws you deeper into the unfolding mystery. The pacing mimics the heartbeat of suspense, keeping you entranced from chapter to chapter.
"Virginia Creeper" doesn't merely recount a ghostly tale; it beckons you to partake in a spectral journey, where the boundaries between the living and the dead blur. The audiobook narration heightens the otherworldly ambiance, making it an immersive experience that shivers the spine.
If you seek a haunting narrative that transcends time and seamlessly merges history with the supernatural, "Virginia Creeper" stands as an evocative choice. Eva Pohler crafts an enthralling tale, and the audiobook narration transforms it into a spectral melody that echoes in the corridors of your imagination.
As Ellen, Tanya, and Sue set out to immerse themselves in the festive allure of Williamsburg during the holidays, little do they fathom the spectral dance awaiting them. From the magnificent light displays at Busch Gardens to the historical tapestry of colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown, and Jamestown, an unseen presence follows, leaving an eerie trail in its wake.
Pohler masterfully crafts an atmospheric blend of history and the supernatural. The descriptions transport you to the heart of Williamsburg, where the flickering candlelight casts elongated shadows, and the scent of evergreens mingles with a spectral whisper. The creeper's tale unfolds against this backdrop, adding layers of mystery to the festive season.
The characters, Ellen, Tanya, and Sue, are not mere conduits for the supernatural; they are conduits for emotion and connection. Their journey becomes a vessel for unearthing buried histories and reconciling the lingering spirits of American Revolutionary War heroes. The narrative seamlessly weaves the present with the echoes of the past, creating a captivating tapestry.
The audiobook experience transforms Pohler's words into an ethereal symphony. The narration becomes the voice of the creeper, resonating with an eerie cadence that draws you deeper into the unfolding mystery. The pacing mimics the heartbeat of suspense, keeping you entranced from chapter to chapter.
"Virginia Creeper" doesn't merely recount a ghostly tale; it beckons you to partake in a spectral journey, where the boundaries between the living and the dead blur. The audiobook narration heightens the otherworldly ambiance, making it an immersive experience that shivers the spine.
If you seek a haunting narrative that transcends time and seamlessly merges history with the supernatural, "Virginia Creeper" stands as an evocative choice. Eva Pohler crafts an enthralling tale, and the audiobook narration transforms it into a spectral melody that echoes in the corridors of your imagination.
May 27, 2023
Thank you so much to NetGalley and Eva Pohler for providing me with a complimentary digital audiobook ARC for Virginia Creeper coming out May 29, 2023. The honest opinions expressed in this review are my own.
During the holidays, Ellen, Tanya, and Sue want to go to the merriest Christmassy town in America, which the internet says is Williamsburg, Virginia. While they're enjoying the magnificent light display at Busch Gardens and touring Colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown, they sense someone following them. They soon realize the creeper is actually a ghost.
At first, their efforts to converse with this unknown entity gives them nothing. Little do they know that he will share his message on his own terms, in his own way. The unsettling truth he tells them will change their world, but it may give them a chance to bring peace to dozens of American Revolutionary War heroes who have been lost for centuries--that is, if they can convince the creeper that they are there to help him.
This is actually the first book I’ve listened to by this author. I loved that she narrated it. It definitely felt more authentic to how the story should be told. I love Christmas, ghost and travel stories. So this was definitely up my alley! I loved it. It gave me Ghost Whisperer vibes. It wasn’t very long. I’m definitely interested in checking out other books in the series.
I would recommend this to anyone who loves cozy ghost mysteries!
During the holidays, Ellen, Tanya, and Sue want to go to the merriest Christmassy town in America, which the internet says is Williamsburg, Virginia. While they're enjoying the magnificent light display at Busch Gardens and touring Colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown, they sense someone following them. They soon realize the creeper is actually a ghost.
At first, their efforts to converse with this unknown entity gives them nothing. Little do they know that he will share his message on his own terms, in his own way. The unsettling truth he tells them will change their world, but it may give them a chance to bring peace to dozens of American Revolutionary War heroes who have been lost for centuries--that is, if they can convince the creeper that they are there to help him.
This is actually the first book I’ve listened to by this author. I loved that she narrated it. It definitely felt more authentic to how the story should be told. I love Christmas, ghost and travel stories. So this was definitely up my alley! I loved it. It gave me Ghost Whisperer vibes. It wasn’t very long. I’m definitely interested in checking out other books in the series.
I would recommend this to anyone who loves cozy ghost mysteries!
June 4, 2023
Virginia Creeper
Mystery House Series: Book Ten
Eva Pohler
Ellen, Tanya and Sue are supernatural investigators. They want to spend the Christmas season at the most Christmassy town in the United States, according to the internet it is Williamsburg, Virginia. They are enjoying the lights of Busch Gardens and exploring the historical sites of Colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown. When they realize there is a spirit following them, they try to communicate with him/her but have little success. The spirit is stubborn and will only do things his/her way. They are staying at the house one of their mothers frequented. The owner has recently passed away leaving the house up for sale. One of the women purchases the house. There is a locked shed on the property, but they don’t have the key. After they break in, they find it empty except for the trap door where they find the skeletons of a great number of people. The creepy spirit is Henry Hamilton, and he is determined to help the stranded spirits find a way to pass over to the other side.
This is the first book I have read by Eva Pohler. The antics of the ladies, Ellen, Tanya, and Sue are quite humorous. I love the setting, Williamsburg, Virginia is a beautiful area and I love the history. This tale makes me want to return there. This is also a very suspenseful tale. I plan to read the other books in this series as well as watch for new ones.
Mystery House Series: Book Ten
Eva Pohler
Ellen, Tanya and Sue are supernatural investigators. They want to spend the Christmas season at the most Christmassy town in the United States, according to the internet it is Williamsburg, Virginia. They are enjoying the lights of Busch Gardens and exploring the historical sites of Colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown. When they realize there is a spirit following them, they try to communicate with him/her but have little success. The spirit is stubborn and will only do things his/her way. They are staying at the house one of their mothers frequented. The owner has recently passed away leaving the house up for sale. One of the women purchases the house. There is a locked shed on the property, but they don’t have the key. After they break in, they find it empty except for the trap door where they find the skeletons of a great number of people. The creepy spirit is Henry Hamilton, and he is determined to help the stranded spirits find a way to pass over to the other side.
This is the first book I have read by Eva Pohler. The antics of the ladies, Ellen, Tanya, and Sue are quite humorous. I love the setting, Williamsburg, Virginia is a beautiful area and I love the history. This tale makes me want to return there. This is also a very suspenseful tale. I plan to read the other books in this series as well as watch for new ones.
March 21, 2023
A group of supernatural investigators, 3 ladies, travel to Virginia to stay on the house one of their mothers stayed at regularly. Mom has since passed and apparently the owner of the house did too. And the house is available for sale. So one of the ladies buys it and after they get the keys they discover they don’t have a key to the shed. So they break in and find it empty. Except for a trap door which reveals a very old foundation and the skeletal remains of a lot of people! An interesting travelogue of Williamsburg including all its major tourist attractions. The historical aspects sound plausible. Unfortunately I have not read any previous volumes in the series and I suspect there is a lot of backstory that would be helpful to understand the dynamics of the ladies.
May 30, 2023
This book was definitely a bit on the creepy side for me! But it was such a fun listen. The ladies (Tanya, Sue, and Ellen) have surely stepped up their ghost investigative techniques. The historical elements surrounding the story seem very real, and I’ll be researching it to see if some of it is true. The story had some sad moments due to what happened to them, but it was interesting. The narrator, Eva Pohler did a good job portraying an array of characters and using a variety of tones and inflections. If you enjoy cozy ghost stories, then consider grabbing this book. It can be read as a stand-alone or read in order.
A very special thanks to Dreamscape Media for the ALC.
A very special thanks to Dreamscape Media for the ALC.
March 12, 2025
Ellen, Tanya, and Sue decide to go to Williamsburg, VA during Christmas time. They plan on staying in a house that Sue bought and renovated to be a vacation rental. It was also a house her mother used to stay in. Her mother told her the house had a creeper that would follow her and they soon discovered it was still there. It seems the house had a history with the American Revolutionary War and the spirits are still there. In fact they find many spirits in Williamsburg that they want to help cross over so they have peace and they were all connected to one man.
Another great book in the series.
Another great book in the series.
October 31, 2023
I never thought I would enjoy this book. It was a little slow at the start, but it picked up the pace, and all I wanted was to find out how the lovely septuagenarians could free the lost souls in their newly bought home and the nearby surrounding areas. Virginia was the perfect location for the story, and if there's one thing that this book succeeded in doing, it was to put Virginia on my must-visit list.
I love the narrator's voice, and I am looking forward to reading more about the friends' ghostly adventures. I'll be on the lookout for more of their adventures.
I love the narrator's voice, and I am looking forward to reading more about the friends' ghostly adventures. I'll be on the lookout for more of their adventures.
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September 10, 2024I listened to the audiobook. At around 1:38:36 there’s a little blooper that gave me a giggle as to how it must be recording an audiobook. But, the last 40 minutes had horrible audio artifacts that were extremely distracting.
These things have zero to do with the actual content of the book. This series is just a fun, lighthearted series of middle aged women renovating houses, traveling and helping ghosts cross over. They get into some pickles but it always ends up being ok.
These things have zero to do with the actual content of the book. This series is just a fun, lighthearted series of middle aged women renovating houses, traveling and helping ghosts cross over. They get into some pickles but it always ends up being ok.
April 15, 2023
Historical stuff nice
The historical stuff in this book made it a fantastic read! I loved the story as well the people. Is there anything better than a message from you Dad who passed. Nope, I wish I could have that happen to me.. Probably not going to happen but I can pray for that. Another awesome book by a fantastic author! I'm waiting for the next book!!
The historical stuff in this book made it a fantastic read! I loved the story as well the people. Is there anything better than a message from you Dad who passed. Nope, I wish I could have that happen to me.. Probably not going to happen but I can pray for that. Another awesome book by a fantastic author! I'm waiting for the next book!!
May 23, 2023
This is number 10 in the series, and I read it as a standalone. This is my first book from this author. Virginia Creeper is a ghost story. The ghosts are American Revolutionary War heroes that are trapped from a curse and can not go to the light.
This was really good as I love ghost stories.
Many thanks to Net Galley and Dreamscape Media for an audio ARC for an honest review.
This was really good as I love ghost stories.
Many thanks to Net Galley and Dreamscape Media for an audio ARC for an honest review.
July 12, 2023
This is a cozy 10th installment in the Mystery House series by Eva Pohler (but it can stand alone). It’s kind of like Nancy Drew for adults, but with a little bit of a creepy twist. The main characters remodel houses, so there’s also a bit of an HGTVish vibe.
Many thanks to Net Galley and Dreamscape Media for an audio ARC for an honest review.
Many thanks to Net Galley and Dreamscape Media for an audio ARC for an honest review.
January 3, 2023
Love this series
I just love this series. Ellen, Tanya, and Sue draw you into their travels and you feel as if you are right their with them. The history references are true and help to imagine the lives the ghosts may have lived.
I just love this series. Ellen, Tanya, and Sue draw you into their travels and you feel as if you are right their with them. The history references are true and help to imagine the lives the ghosts may have lived.
January 12, 2023
Very suspenseful story. This series is so much nail biting fun. When Ellen discovered (spoiler!) Or when poor little Mosbey was (more spoilers) I just HAD to keep reading. So much for just a couple chapters each night. I couldn't put it down.
February 24, 2023
Another fantastic read from Eva Pohler
Reading this series is like catching up with your fun loving friends. Light hearted easy read- with a historical paranormal twist.
Love every book release!!
Reading this series is like catching up with your fun loving friends. Light hearted easy read- with a historical paranormal twist.
Love every book release!!
October 27, 2023
Virginia creeper
I love the camaraderie between the women investigators And I also love their sense of humor. It's an easy way but it's a fun reading all of her books are good and I've been to several of the settings ......
I love the camaraderie between the women investigators And I also love their sense of humor. It's an easy way but it's a fun reading all of her books are good and I've been to several of the settings ......
January 18, 2023
Great holiday read! Once again, I love the adventures these three women embark upon. Very entertaining and encouraging that they help lost souls find peace.
July 20, 2023
This was a cute cozy mystery and an interesting take. I enjoyed the book and the characters and will definitely be reading more books by Eva Pholer!
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December 21, 2024
Series
Wish I started on the first one. I still love the couple I have read and look forward to reading the future ones.
Wish I started on the first one. I still love the couple I have read and look forward to reading the future ones.
April 7, 2025
Good story. Could have done without the dog. Saw no
Point in including it.
Point in including it.
September 16, 2025
Another great story
Once again I'm blown away by the history in her books. Now I have to go to Williamsburg!
That should be a fun trip.
Once again I'm blown away by the history in her books. Now I have to go to Williamsburg!
That should be a fun trip.
March 10, 2023
The mystery in this book was extremely enjoyable. I always love the 3 friends together
May 8, 2024
The Virginia Creeper by Eva Pohler is about Ellen, Sue, and Tanya going to Williamsburg, Virginia for the holidays. Ellen, Sue, and Tanya have to solve the mystery of the spirits that haunts the house, and the ghost that follows them around town. I love the relationship between the characters. My favorite character is Sue because she is funny. Overall,this book is amazing.
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