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OPENED GROUND: The St Jude's Hauntings
St Jude’s, a small church in the heart of an English village, has long been abandoned. Deconsecrated and declared obsolete, it hides centuries of grief within its walls and restless souls beneath its grounds. Among them lingers the spirit of a child, brutally murdered in the Middle Ages, whose death sparked violence and tragedy that scarred the community forever.
When a storm tears through the village, ancient stones shift and forgotten secrets surface. A team of archaeologists is called to investigate the ruins. But what begins as an exploration of history soon unravels into something far darker. For at St Jude’s, the past does not lie quietly… and the patron saint of hopeless causes may be their only salvation.
Perfect for fans of gothic mysteries, ghost stories, and folklore-driven supernatural thrillers, Opened Ground blends historical intrigue with chilling atmosphere in the first book of the haunting trilogy.
If you enjoy tales of haunted churches, buried secrets, and the thin veil between past and present, you’ll be captivated by Opened Ground: The St Jude’s Hauntings.
Step inside St Jude’s, but beware. Some ground should never be disturbed.
When a storm tears through the village, ancient stones shift and forgotten secrets surface. A team of archaeologists is called to investigate the ruins. But what begins as an exploration of history soon unravels into something far darker. For at St Jude’s, the past does not lie quietly… and the patron saint of hopeless causes may be their only salvation.
Perfect for fans of gothic mysteries, ghost stories, and folklore-driven supernatural thrillers, Opened Ground blends historical intrigue with chilling atmosphere in the first book of the haunting trilogy.
If you enjoy tales of haunted churches, buried secrets, and the thin veil between past and present, you’ll be captivated by Opened Ground: The St Jude’s Hauntings.
Step inside St Jude’s, but beware. Some ground should never be disturbed.
234 pages, Paperback
Published January 20, 2021
About the author
Vicky Fox
5 books7 followersStories are at the heart of everything I do. Whether rooted in reality or spun from the fantastic, I believe the best tales ignite our imagination and resonate with a deeper truth. My passion lies in crafting stories with a strong moral centre and endings that feel authentic—whether joyful or bittersweet.
From a young age, I was captivated by history and the mysteries of human nature. At eleven, I imagined myself living through the English Civil War—a fascination that has never left me. This pivotal conflict, with its themes of family divided and the complexities of human loyalty, continues to inspire my work.
My curiosity led me to study Fine Art and English Literature at university, before embarking on a dynamic career in commerce. This journey allowed me to connect with people from all walks of life, enriching my understanding of the world and the stories within it.
Today, I blend reality and romance with a touch of magic in both my writing and painting. My work explores the evolution of humanity, the enduring power of storytelling, and the beauty found in both the ordinary and the extraordinary.
If you love stories that are thoughtful, imaginative, and true to the heart, I invite you to discover my world—where every tale is painted with passion and purpose.
Vicky Fox – Writer & Painter
Stories with Soul, Art with Heart
From a young age, I was captivated by history and the mysteries of human nature. At eleven, I imagined myself living through the English Civil War—a fascination that has never left me. This pivotal conflict, with its themes of family divided and the complexities of human loyalty, continues to inspire my work.
My curiosity led me to study Fine Art and English Literature at university, before embarking on a dynamic career in commerce. This journey allowed me to connect with people from all walks of life, enriching my understanding of the world and the stories within it.
Today, I blend reality and romance with a touch of magic in both my writing and painting. My work explores the evolution of humanity, the enduring power of storytelling, and the beauty found in both the ordinary and the extraordinary.
If you love stories that are thoughtful, imaginative, and true to the heart, I invite you to discover my world—where every tale is painted with passion and purpose.
Vicky Fox – Writer & Painter
Stories with Soul, Art with Heart
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October 9, 2025
Opened Ground: The St Jude’s Hauntings is a chilling, atmospheric read that blends archaeology, folklore, and supernatural horror perfectly. Vicky Fox creates a haunting sense of place the abandoned church, the storm, and the whispers of history all feel eerily real. I loved how the story connects medieval tragedy to modern greed and superstition, weaving the past and present together with unsettling precision. It’s dark, intelligent, and deeply immersive, the kind of ghost story that lingers long after you’ve finished reading. Perfect for fans of slow-burn, historical horror with real emotional weight.
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