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Haunted Europe
1. Poveglia, Italy
Poveglia is a small island near Venice that is probably the scariest island in Europe. It was once populated by refugees during the Ottoman conflicts and was the 18th-century quarantine site for those infected with the plague. The tales of hauntings come from its time as a mental hospital in the 1920s. According to legend, the doctor performed gruesome experiments on the patients. The doctor eventually killed himself by jumping from the bell’s tower, supposedly due to the spirits that wouldn't leave him alone. The bell was later removed but people from the surrounding islands claim to hear it echoing in the night.
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
Wolfsegg Castle is a beautiful Bavarian Castle with reports of hauntings dating back to the 1500s. The owner of the castle killed his wife, Klara von Helfenstein, after finding out about her affair. Shortly afterward, he and his two sons died as well. Multiple visitors to the castle reported strange noises coming from the caves located next to the castle and some even claim to have seen a “white woman” walking around the hallways.
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
A former pub in Wotton-under-Edge, England, the Ancient Ram Inn is one of the oldest bed & breakfasts in the western world. According to multiple sources, this structure was used as a pagan burial ground in the past. Several historical books also claim that devil worship and child sacrifice took place in the Ancient Ram Inn. The inn is supposedly haunted by more than 20 spirits, including a murdered little girl named Rosie, a high priest, and a real incubus.
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count.
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
The Hell Fire was built in 1725 on top of a Neolithic passage tomb by Dublin lords and noblemen as a gathering spot. The, now, burned-out and abandoned ruins of the club are located on the top of Montpellier Hill, overlooking the adjacent Massy Woods. There have been numerous stories about black masses, animal, and even human sacrifice rituals happening in the Hell Fire Club. Multiple witnesses claim to have seen a satanic-like creature with a human appearance and cloven feet. Another common “visitor” is the ghost of a young lady who is believed to have been burned inside a barrel and rolled down the hill.
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
The ruin of this mid-13th-century castle is on a hill on Hungary's western border and was once home to Countess Elizabeth Báthory—the world’s most prolific female serial killer. The Countess had a fear of growing old and sacrificed over 650 young peasant women between 1585-1610 with the delusion that the bloodshed would preserve her youth. Hence, her popular nicknames, The Blood Countess and Countess Dracula. Elizabeth was eventually arrested for these crimes and locked in a tower at Čachtice Castle, where she remained for the final years of her life. Many believe tormented souls haunt the area having sighted shadow figures and full-body apparitions of young girls crying. Bathory's ghost also haunts the castle. Disembodied voices are also heard in and around the castle.
👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname.
6. Tower of London, London, England
The Tower of London’s history of torture and execution spans 900 years. The most famous of its many ghosts is Anne Boleyn, the wife of King Henry VIII. She was beheaded in 1536, and her headless body has been seen walking the Tower’s corridors. Other famous apparitions include the White Lady who is often spotted standing in the window of the White Tower where she once stood to wave to her children and the ghosts of two young princes who were sent to the Tower after being deemed illegitimate by Parliament. It is believed the princes were murdered by order of their uncle, the Duke of Gloucester, and are said to be seen holding hands and looking afraid.
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
Perched high above the passage into the Carpathian Mountains, between Transylvania and Wallachia, the world knows Bran Castle as the fictitious home of Count Dracula, the vampire from Bram Stocker’s Dracula. While it’s unclear how much Stocker actually knew about the castle when writing the novel, it is still shrouded in mystery and draws thousands of visitors every year. The ghosts inside the castle’s walls are said to roam the halls and villagers report hearing wailing late at night. Legend also says that at least some of the town are strigoi, people whose souls leave their bodies at night to terrorize the village, further encouraging the town’s vampire folklore.
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
The Moosham Castle (also known as the Witches Castle) witnessed some of the most gruesome witch trials in Austrian history. This 12th-century fortress hosted the prosecutions and executions of townspeople that were suspected of acts of witchcraft during the 18th century. Most of the accused victims were male and a large portion of those killed were 21 or younger. Schargen-Toni was responsible for holding many of the trials and sending the accused to the torture chamber of Moosham. It was believed that this merciless man was the devil incarnate. Today, many people claim to see Anton, the castle caretaker, wandering the castle and watching over the prisoners. Frequently, when the staff opens the museum, they find the guns in the hunting room hanging upside down, despite the castle being locked up overnight.
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
This 13th-century Gothic fortress is located north of Prague and, according to folklore, serves no purpose other than to blockade the Gateway to Hell. It is said the castle was built over a bottomless hole in the ground, and the structure keeps demons at bay. More of a chapel than a fortress, the legend describes Houska Castle as having no residents, no kitchen, no water, and that it lacks the strategic placement of being near any trade routes or territorial borders. Paranormal activities were disturbing the region and the Bohemians thought they would solve their problems if they cover the hole, so they built the castle.
Hundreds of prisoners were forced to go into the pit to build the foundation for the castle. However, when they were taken out of the hole, they all looked like old men. Later on, the castle was the center of Nazi occult dabbling during WWII and multiple dead bodies of Nazi soldiers were found on the site. Witnesses reported several different forms of paranormal activity and some claim that the site contains remains of demonic beasts who escaped the pit.
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
Predjama Castle was home to Erasmus the Knight who rebelled against the monarchy in the 1500s. During that time, he tortured and killed hundreds of people in different parts of the castle. Many prisoners were thrown down the 70-meter deep cave under the castle. The ones who survived the fall slowly died from their injuries or getting eaten by the rats. Erasmus also died in the castle and some people say he comes back to rule it once the sun goes down. Many people claim they can still hear the screams of agony of the tortured prisoners echoing in the forest. All of their remains still lie beneath the castle.
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
Notable for being Ireland's most haunted fortress, the 15th century Leap Castle was built on a druidic site atop powerful ley lines. During its long and bloody history, the castle has collected a colorful assortment of haunts, including It, a small, sheep-sized creature summoned in the early 1900s by a resident occultist. Other spirits include a murdered priest who was stabbed by his brother in a rivalry over clan leadership as he celebrated mass; a knife-wielding Red Lady who stalks the premises with the ghosts of two little girls. A shaft found in the course of recent renovations contained three cartloads of skeletons impaled upon spikes and one pocket watch. Visitors have experienced mists, sounds, and even a ghostly touch.
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
The Castello Della Castelluccia has offered respite since the mid-14th century. Built on the site of an ancient Roman Villa, it’s a romantic spot for the living. At the same time, it’s also home to a variety of eccentric spectators. Apparently unable to rest, the mad Emperor Nero wanders the path from his grave to the Castello Della Castelluccia. Ghostly horses streak through the premises, and if you’re interested in turning metal into gold, watch out for the shade of the alchemist who died in the tower by a lightning strike in the 1600s.
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
Anne - FINISHED
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✨ Vittoria ✨ - FINISHED
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
12/7-9
Investigation Level: Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
✔ 1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
Viruses, Plagues, and History: Past, Present and Future, Michael Oldstone | 10/2
There are doctors and experiments in the book.
✔ 2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair.
Honeymoon for One, Keira Andrews | 10/11
The MCs fiance has been having an affair with the MCs best friend for 2 years.
✔ 3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count.
The Under Dog and Other Stories, Agatha Christie | 10/8
Multiple people are murdered in the stories - 240 pages in the book.
✔ 4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
The Vampire Knitting Club, Nancy Warren -10/18
The MC is part of the vampire knitting club, an exclusive group.
✔ 5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book where the main character has a nickname.
A Quiet Life In The Country, T E Kinsey | 10/12
The MC's employer has many nicknames for her.
✔ 6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned.
No Idle Hands: The Social History of American Knitting, Anne Macdonald | 10/9
There are prisoners and POWs in the book.
✔ 7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village.
4.50 from Paddington, Agatha Christie | 10/7
Takes place in the village of Brackhampton.
✔ 8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a book with a witch in the story.
Dark, Witch & Creamy, H.Y. Hanna | 11/19
The MC is a chocolate witch.
✔ 9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book tagged paranormal.
Prison of Hope, Steve McHugh | 10/30
MPG: paranormal
✔ 10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles).
Mrs. McGinty's Dead, Agatha Christie | 10/10
✔ 11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
Trust with a Chaser, Annabeth Albert | 11/12
There are many incidents of vandalism.
✔ 12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
The Ghosts of Mystic Springs, Mona Marple | 11/19
There is a town full of ghosts in the story.
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
Read 9/12 DONE!
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story
Finn (Anderson Billionaires #1) by Melody Anne 10/5/19 4.5stars (Kian - surgeon + other doctors in the hospital)3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered
Hidden Cove (Solace Island #3) by Meg Tilly 10/3/19 4stars (Alexus and other artists)4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
Can't Judge a Book By Its Murder (Main Street Book Club Mysteries #1) by Amy Lillard 10/10/19 4stars (Arlo - Friday Night Book Club)5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book with a serial killer
Meant to Be Yours (Happily Inc. #5) by Susan Mallery 10/12/19 5stars (in the book that Jasper's writing)6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book with a predominately white cover.
A Cowboy Under the Mistletoe (The Wyoming Cowboy #3) by Jessica Clare 10/6/19 4stars7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village
Finding Christmas by Karen Schaler 10/9/19 4stars (most of it in Christmas Point, Washington - a village with all things Christmas)8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
Love Me Forever (Passion Down Under Sassy Short Stories Book 2) by Mollie Mathews 10/11/19 4stars (others thought of Joey as a modern-day witch gone mad)10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
Enamored (The Accidental Billionaires #3) by J.S. Scott 10/8/19 4stars (E; also Riley is injured by Easton)11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
Sergeant's Christmas Siege (Alaska Force #3) by Megan Crane 10/19/19 4stars (lots of crimes being committed by unknown person/people making it look like Alaska Force is committing them but who's the real target and who's behind the crimes)
Haunted EuropeDuration: Oct. 1st, 2019 to Dec. 31st, 2019
Investigation Level:
12/12
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
A Local Habitation by Seanan McGuire - Oct. 9th👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
Mansfield Park by Jane Austen - Oct. 20th👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count.
The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman - Oct. 13th👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
The Library of the Unwritten by A.J. Hackwith - Nov. 1st👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname.
An Artificial Night by Seanan McGuire - Oct. 12thToby, nickname for October
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
Origins of the Specious: Myths and Misconceptions of the English Language by Patricia T. O'Conner - Oct. 6th👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
Shadow of Night by Deborah Harkness - Nov. 13th👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
Late Eclipses by Seanan McGuire - Oct. 23rd👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
One Salt Sea by Seanan McGuire - Oct. 25th, 2019👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
Rosemary and Rue by Seanan McGuire - Oct. 4th👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
Iron and Magic by Ilona Andrews - Nov. 3rd👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness - Oct. 1st
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
Goal: 11/12.
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story.
LaGuardia by Nnedi Okorafor – 11/05/2019
MC Future Chukwuebuka is a doctor.
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair.
The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides – 11/19/2019
Gabriel
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count.
21 Lessons for the 21st Century by Yuval Noah Harari – 10/21/2019
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature".
Lucifer (2018-) Vol. 1: The Infernal Comedy by Dan Watters – 10/22/2019
Lucifer
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book where the main character has a nickname.
Happily Ever After by Jenn Faulk – 10/11/2019
Camille (Cammie) Evans
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book with a predominately white cover.
Wicked Saints by Emily A. Duncan – 10/05/20197. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a witch in the story.
The Fairest Beauty by Melanie Dickerson – 10/01/2019
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book tagged paranormal.
The Twisted Ones by T. Kingfisher – 11/09/2019
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles).
Adaptation by Zach Bohannon – 10/27/2019
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
Waking Lazarus by T.L. Hines – 10/23/2019
Jude Allman raises from the dead.
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
Tilly by Frank E. Peretti – 10/25/2019
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
1. Poveglia, Italy
Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count.
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
Mc blade is the president of an mc club
Finished 15/12
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
or a book where the main character has a nickname.
Mc Rafael is called raf
Finished 3/10
6. Tower of London, London, England
or a book with a predominately white cover.
Finished 30/10
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
or a book with a vampire character.
Mc roderick is a vampire Finished 21/10
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
or a book tagged paranormal.
Mpg paranormal Finished 22/12
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles)
Smoking Gunn
Finished 14/10
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
Read a book with a predominately red cover
Finished 26/11
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
I'm in at the Ghost Hunter level. Failure will lead to the turning in of my EMF detector. Many of these sites are on my investigator bucket list, but this is likely to be as close as I ever get...Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
Haunted Europe
Duration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
1. Poveglia, Italy: Read a book with a doctor in the story And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie 10/2/19 Dr. Edward George Armstrong
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany: Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England: Read a book where someone is murdered Buttercream Bump Off by Jenn McKinlay 10/7/19
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland: Read a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group. Murder in the Reading Room by Ellery Adams 11/2/19 MC is a member of the Cover Girls Book club
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia: Read a book where the main character has a nickname. We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson 11/9/19 MC Mary Katherine Blackwood is called Mericat by her sister
6. Tower of London, London, England: Read a book where someone is imprisoned Snowmen in Paradise by Kathi Daley 10/31/19 Chelsea Hanson is locked up for murder until TJ can prove her innocence
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania: Read a book that takes place in a village Murders and Metaphors by Amanda Flower 10/28/19 . Cascade Springs
8. Moosham Castle, Austria: Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic: Read a book tagged paranormal. A Ghostly Light by Juliet Blackwell 10/19/19
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia: Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
11. Leap Castle, Ireland: Read a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation). Peach Pies and Alibis by Ellery Adams 10/17/19
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy: Read a book with a ghost or apparition in the story. Family Ghouls by Alex A. King 11/12/19
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 - December 31, 2019
Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
READ: 12/12
✔ 1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
Of Cinder and Bone - Kyoko M. (genetic modification to create dragons) 10/12
✔ 2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
Vendetta in Death - J.D. Robb (victim has an affair) 10/17
✔ 3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count.
Beef Stolen-Off - Liz Lipperman 10/12
✔ 4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
Deal With The Devil - Mark Cain (the Devil himself is a character) 10/11
✔ 5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname.
The Derby Girl - Tamara Morgan (Honey Badger) 10/2
✔ 6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
Angel/Hiss - Alexandra Ivy & Laura Wright 10/17
✔ 7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
Destined - Allison Kraft 10/1
✔ 8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
Molten Dusk - Karissa Laurel 10/14
✔ 9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
Soul Deep - Lora Leigh 10/19
✔ 10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
The Eerie Adventures of the Lycanthrope Robinson Crusoe - Peter Clines 10/11
✔ 11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
Deal Breaker - Harlan Coben 10/5
✔ 12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
The Forgotten - Heather Graham 10/4
CHALLENGE COMPLETE
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
Investigation Level:
Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
10/12
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story -- Meg's father is a doctor
The Real Macaw by Donna Andrews 28 November 2019 ★★★★★
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
Wolfsegg Castle is a beautiful Bavarian Castle with reports of hauntings dating back to the 1500s. The owner of the castle killed his wife, Klara von Helfenstein, after finding out about her affair. Shortly afterward, he and his two sons died as well. Multiple visitors to the castle reported strange noises coming from the caves located next to the castle and some even claim to have seen a “white woman” walking around the hallways.
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered
Wicked Weaves by Joyce Lavene 11 October 2019 ★★★
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book where the main character belongs to exclusive group.
The Darkest Night by Gena Showalter 22 December 2019 ★★★★
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book where the main character has a nickname. -- Kitty is the nickname. Her real name is Katherine
Kitty Rocks the House by Carrie Vaughn 21 November 2019 ★★★★
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book with a predominately white cover.
Dance Upon the Air by Nora Roberts 6 November 2019 ★★★★
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book with a vampire character.
Kitty Steals the Show - by Carrie Vaughn 7 October 2019 ★★★★★
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a witch in the story.
Fire Burn and Cauldron Bubble by H.P. Mallory 2 November 2019 ★★★
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book tagged paranormal.
The Phoenix Illusion by Lisa Shearin 17 December 2019 ★★★
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles)
Eidolon by Grace Draven 22 November 2019 ★★★★★
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover
Last Train to Istanbul by Ayşe Kulin 25 October 2019 ★★★★
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
The Castello Della Castelluccia has offered respite since the mid-14th century. Built on the site of an ancient Roman Villa, it’s a romantic spot for the living. At the same time, it’s also home to a variety of eccentric spectators. Apparently unable to rest, the mad Emperor Nero wanders the path from his grave to the Castello Della Castelluccia. Ghostly horses streak through the premises, and if you’re interested in turning metal into gold, watch out for the shade of the alchemist who died in the tower by a lightning strike in the 1600s.
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
Mod
Duration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
12/7-9
Tasks:
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story.
Broken Promise Linwood Barclay 10/2/19
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
Unauthorized Affair Lisa Ladew 10/21/19
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered.
Trick Or Treat Murder Leslie Meier 10/12/19
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book where the main character belongs to a club.
Wicked Favor Sawyer Bennett 10/17/19
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book where the main character has a nickname.
Nell The House of Closed Doors Jane Steen 10/4/19
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book with a predominately white cover.
The Moment We Began Sarra Cannon 10/11/197. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book with a vampire character.
Fade Out Rachel Caine 10/17/19
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a witch in the story.
Burn Bright Patricia Briggs 11/21/19
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book tagged paranormal.
The Silenced Heather Graham 10/23/19
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus.
Surfside Sisters Nancy Thayer 10/8/19
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
Rock Candy Devon Monk 11/4/19
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
Penmort Castle Kristen Ashley 10/14/19
I'M IN! (I can see the Helfire Club from my Mother's house!)Investigation Level: Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count.
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname.
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
Goal: 0/12.
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count.
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname.
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
Goal Level: Ghost Apprentice: 4-6 tasks
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation)
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story
Haunted Europe
Duration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story
Across the Horizon by Aly Martinez - 10/13 - MC's soon-to-be-ex-husband and her best friend are both doctors
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair
On a Cold Dark Sea by Elizabeth Blackwell - 10/5 - MC Esme Harper has an affair
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
Read a book where someone is murdered
Hold On by Kristen Ashley - 10/20 - Cher's former neighbor, Wendy, is murdered in her car.
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group
Souls Unfractured by Tillie Cole - 11/12 - Flame belongs to the Hades Hangmen Motorcycle Club
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book where the main character has a nickname
After We Fall by Melanie Harlow - 10/22 - Margot's nickname is Gogo
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned
The Perfect Girlfriend by Karen Hamilton - 11/3 - Nate is (view spoiler)
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book with a vampire character
Blood Truth by J.R. Ward - 10/17 - most of the characters are vampires
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story
Comfort Food by Sierra Riley - 10/01 - character goes on trial for embezzlement
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book tagged paranormal
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by J.K. Rowling - 12/7 - currently tagged "paranormal" 718 times
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles)
A Rogue by Any Other Name by Sarah MacLean - 10/18 - starts with R that can be found in ERASMUS
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation)
An Absolutely Remarkable Thing by Hank Green - 10/4 - huge statues appear in 63 different cities throughout the world at the exact same time, a dream becomes infectious, codes appear via attempted corrections to Wikipedia typos, etc.
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a ghost or apparition in the story
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling - 10/14 - The Dementors are dark apparitions that appear in the story.
Duration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story
Across the Horizon by Aly Martinez - 10/13 - MC's soon-to-be-ex-husband and her best friend are both doctors
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair
On a Cold Dark Sea by Elizabeth Blackwell - 10/5 - MC Esme Harper has an affair
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
Read a book where someone is murdered
Hold On by Kristen Ashley - 10/20 - Cher's former neighbor, Wendy, is murdered in her car.
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group
Souls Unfractured by Tillie Cole - 11/12 - Flame belongs to the Hades Hangmen Motorcycle Club
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book where the main character has a nickname
After We Fall by Melanie Harlow - 10/22 - Margot's nickname is Gogo
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned
The Perfect Girlfriend by Karen Hamilton - 11/3 - Nate is (view spoiler)
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book with a vampire character
Blood Truth by J.R. Ward - 10/17 - most of the characters are vampires
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story
Comfort Food by Sierra Riley - 10/01 - character goes on trial for embezzlement
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book tagged paranormal
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by J.K. Rowling - 12/7 - currently tagged "paranormal" 718 times
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles)
A Rogue by Any Other Name by Sarah MacLean - 10/18 - starts with R that can be found in ERASMUS
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation)
An Absolutely Remarkable Thing by Hank Green - 10/4 - huge statues appear in 63 different cities throughout the world at the exact same time, a dream becomes infectious, codes appear via attempted corrections to Wikipedia typos, etc.
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a ghost or apparition in the story
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling - 10/14 - The Dementors are dark apparitions that appear in the story.
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
Date Started: October 1, 2019
Date Completed: November 18, 2019
Investigation Level:
Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
Tasks Completed: 9 / 9
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story - Meredith Potts Halloween Cozy Mystery Set - Killer Amnesia by Meredith Potts - 10/16/19 - LOC 3564 - the doctor gave Jane's brain both a CT Scan and an MRI
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair - Fit to Be French Fried: A Felicia's Food Truck One Hour Mystery (Felicia's Food Truck 1) by Celia Kinsey - 10/20/19 - Irma McFee & Bill Bradley have an affair together, Bill Bradley is married at the time
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered - A Deadly Delivery (Psychic Cafe 1) by April Fernsby - 10/5/19
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group - One Way Out (Red Crows MC 1) by Iris Sweetwater - 10/27/19 - Jade, male MC, belongs to a motorcycle gang
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book with a serial killer - Don't Close Your Eyes (Stephanie Chalise 1) by Lawrence Kelter - 10/29/19
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned - Fruit Pie with a Side of Danger (Danger in Treasure Cove 2) by Meredith Potts - 10/13/19 - LOC 1434 - Luke was arrested for interfering with a Police investigation
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book with a vampire character - The Vampire wants a Wife (Supernatural Dating Agency 1) by Andie M. Long - 11/18/19
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story - THE KING NEARLY DEAD: Satirical tale by Orlando Fernandes - 10/26/19 - LOC 105 All those incompetent and parasites were tried right there by a popular jury
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book tagged paranormal - A Mew To A Kill (Mystic Notch 3) by Leighann Dobbs - 11/5/19
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) - Milkshakes and Murder (Mom and Christy 3) by Christy Murphy - 10/19/19
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation) - The Sculling Boat: A Lizzie Borden, Girl Detective Mystery (Lizzie Borden Girl Detective 5) by Richard Behrens - 10/20/19 - Emma Borden and her friend Josephine take a boat out onto the river and Emma believes that Josephine, Josephine's family, and the boat have all mysteriously disappeared. Lizzie, Emma's younger sister helps her figure out the mystery
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" - That Old Witch! (Coffee Coven Capers 1) by M.Z. Andrews - 11/11/19 - Ruben Moreno is seeing Elizabeth behind his wife's back
Cindy III, Cyndee, and SANDYE - welcome!
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
Date Started: October 1, 2019
Ghost Hunter Completed: 10/9
Investigation Level:
Ghost Amateur: 2-3 tasks
Ghost Apprentice: 4-6 tasks
Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed
Dr. Watts--Murder at Hartigan House Lee Strauss 10/3/19
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise
Angelea--A Potion to Die For Heather Blake 10/4/19
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count
Halloween Hijinks Kathi Daley 10/1/19
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group
Black Sheep & Co., a knitting group--Hounds of the Basket Stitch Anne Canadeo 10/6/19
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname
Ruby Jane is called RJ for short--Chickenlandia Mystery Daisy Pettles 10/11/19
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover
The killer shuts Marley in a gas-filled house--Of Spice and Men Sarah Fox 10/5/19
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character
Bran New Death Victoria Hamilton 10/8/19
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured
R-Read and Buried Eva Gates 10/7/19
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation)
Turkeys disappearing then reappearing with more than originally counted--The Trouble with Turkeys Kathi Daley 10/14/19
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story
Cranston Higgins--Muffin But Murder Victoria Hamilton 10/10/19
Haunted EuropeOctober 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Investigation Level:
Ghost Amateur: 2-3 tasks
Ghost Apprentice: 4-6 tasks
Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
12/12 Tasks Completed
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
Falling for You by Becky Wade (10/15/19)
doctor
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
Aunt Bessie Assumes by Diana Xarissa (10/4/19)
affair
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count.
Seeking Mr. Perfect by Jennifer Youngblood (10/10/19)
210 pages
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
A Princess and Her Billionaire Scoundrel at Sea by Stephanie Fowers (10/22/19)
exclusive group
👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname.
The Blindsided Groom by Heather Horrocks (10/2/19)
Knox -> Fort Knox
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
Seeking Mr. Dependable by Cami Checketts (10/18/19)
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
The Hunter's Tale by RaShelle Workman (11/18/19)
vampire character
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
The Bugler by L.L. Muir (10/1/19)
witch
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
The Lady in the Coppergate Tower by Nancy Campbell Allen (10/7/19)
paranormal
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
The Ever After Groom by Carly Morgan (10/2/19)
Erasmus
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
Mostly Dangerous by Kimberley Montpetit (10/12/19)
mysterious happenings
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
Her Prince Charming Boss by Cami Checketts (10/3/19)
character wanders
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
Level: Ghost Apprentice: 4-6 tasks
5/4-6
Tasks:
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story - Ice Men of North Dakota Leah Brooke - 10/9
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered - Genuine Lies Nora Roberts - 10/2
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
👻 Read a book with a serial killer - The Kill Allison Brennan - 10/17
👻 Read a book with a predominately white cover. -
Ella Fox - 10/277. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) - Escorted Claire Kent - 10/7
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
Investigation Level: Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story
Mrs. Jeffries and the Best Laid Plans - Emily Brightwell - 10/1/19 - Dr. Boswell
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair
Lowcountry Boil - Susan Boyer - 10/17/19
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered
Golden Tresses of the Dead - Alan Bradley - 10/8/19
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
A Hundred Summers - Beatriz Williams - 10/28/19
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book with a serial killer
Edinburgh Twilight - Carol Lawrence - 10/22/19
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned
Birds of a feather - Jacqueline Winspear - 10/23/19
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village
Death of a Poison Pen - M.C. Beaton - 10/15/19
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story
Count All Her Bones - April Henry - 11/09/19
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book tagged paranormal.
A Glimpse of Evil - Victoria Laurie - 10/19/19
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles)
Redemption Point - Candice Fox - 10/5/19
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
The First Phone Call From Heaven - Mitch Albom - 12/15/19
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders"
Far from the Madding Crowd - Thomas Hardy - 10/3/19
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
0/12
Investigation Level: Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count.
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname.
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
Investigation Level: Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
1. Poveglia, Italy
Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
The Dream Daughter - Diane Chamberlain - 11/04/2019How it fits: MC Carly has experimental heart surgery on her baby in utero.
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
Read a book where a character has an affair.
The Nanny Diaries - Emma McLaughlin - 10/20/2019How it fits: Mr. X has an affair.
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
Read a book where someone is murdered.
What Remains of Her - Eric Rickstad - 10/5/20194. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
Read a book where the main character has a nickname.
Seven Ancient Wonders - Matthew Reilly - 10/9/2019How it fits: MC's military call name is Huntsman while Lily calls him Woodsman.
6. Tower of London, London, England
Read a book where someone is imprisoned.
The Hidden Diary of Marie Antoinette - Carolly Erickson - 10/24/2019How it fits: Amelie is imprisoned in the Bastille, Marie Antoinette is also imprisoned.
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
Read a book with a trial in the story.
The Girl Before - J.P. Delaney - 11/11/2019How it fits: Burglary trial.
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
Read a book that takes place during WWII.
End of the Night Girl - Amy T. Matthews - 11/02/2019How it fits: MC Gienia's timeline is set during WWII
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles.)
The Mother-in-Law - Sally Hepworth - 11/08/201911. Leap Castle, Ireland
Read a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
Women Talking - Miriam Toews - 10/14/2019How it fits: The rapes are seen as visits from the devil.
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
I’m in! I’ll try Ghost Hunter level12/12
Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
Ritual in Death J.D. Robb 12.16.19 5 stars
a doctor is the first suspect
Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
The Couple Next Door Shari Lapena 12.21.19 4 stars
who isn't having an affair in this book?!?
Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count. Measured Mayhem Jessica Beck 10.07.19 3 stars
Suzanne's friend's mother-in-law is murdered
Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
Seventh Grave and No Body Darynda Jones 10.27.19 4 stars
Hell Hounds, Demons and a reaper, oh my!
Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname. Creation in Death J.D. Robb 10.04.19 5 stars
"The Groom" has killed 20+ women
Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
Twice Tempted Jeaniene Frost 11.16.19 3.5 stars
Leila is kidnapped and held captive
Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character. Up from the Grave Jeaniene Frost 10.01.19 5 stars
Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
Don't Stop Bewitching (Happily Everlasting World Mandy M. Roth 11.04.19 2.5 stars
Missi is a witch
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
Sapphire Flames Ilona Andrews 10.20.19 5 stars
PNR
Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
10.26.19 5 starsRead a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
10.08.19 5 starsRead a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
The Icing on the Corpse Liz Mugavero 11.06.19 4 stars
Ghost hunters searching for the spirit of a victim of an old murder
Welcome, Sallie, Melanie, & Moondance! You are linked up.
Haunted EuropeDuration: Oct. 1st, 2019 to Dec. 31st, 2019
Investigation Level:
Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
12/12
👻 Read a book where an experiment is performed.
Todesmal, Andreas Gruber, 20.10.2019
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair
Hallowe'en Party, Agatha Christie, 11.11.2019
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered
Bitten, Kelley Armstrong, 03.10.2019
👻 Read a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
Ninth House, Leigh Bardugo, 07.12.2019
👻 Read a book with a serial killer
Two Can Keep a Secret, Karen M. McManus, 19.11.2019
👻 Read a book with a predominately white cover.
Why There Is No God: Simple Responses to 20 Common Arguments for the Existence of God, Armin Navabi, 22.10.2019
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village
Sea of Shadows, Kelley Armstrong, 16.12.2019
👻 Read a book with a witch in the story.
Dead Eye, Alyssa Day, 27.10.2019
👻 Read a book tagged paranormal.
Moonflower, E.D.C. Johnson, 05.10.2019
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles)
Miss Frost Solves A Cold Case: A Nocturne Falls Mystery, Kristen Painter, 27.10.2019
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover
The Case of the Velvet Claws, Erle Stanley Gardner, 27.12.2019
👻 Read a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
Odd Thomas, Dean Koontz, 20.10.2019
Poveglia, Italy👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count.
Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname.
Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
Haunted Europe - FINISHEDDuration: Oct. 1st, 2019 to Dec. 31st, 2019
Level: Ghost Hunter 7-9 tasks
9/9
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
4.
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname.
6.
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
The Crisis of Islam: Holy War and Unholy Terror by Bernard Lewis (10/6/19)7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
8.
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
10.
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmusor a book where someone is thrown and injured.
The Silent Women - Sara Blaedel (10/9/19)
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings".
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
9/7-9
Investigation Level: Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story- Magneto, Volume 1: Infamous-Cullen Bunn 10/5
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count- Avengers World, Volume 1: A.I.M.pire-Jonathan Hickman 10/4
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group- Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest Vol. 3-Hiro Mashima 10/11
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book where the main character has a nickname- Pumpkin Heads-Rainbow Rowell 10/4
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village- Naruto (3-in-1 Edition), Vol. 16: Includes Vols. 46, 47 48-Masashi Kishimoto 10/8
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a witch in the story- Grimoire Noir-Vera Greentea 10/8
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles)- Suicide Squad, Volume 1: Kicked in the Teeth-Adam Glass 10/4
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover-
The Broken Vow-Scott Westerfeld 10/912. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a ghost or apparition in the story- Tunnel of Bones-Victoria Schwab 10/11
Haunted EuropeDuration: Oct 1 - Dec 31, 2019
Ghost Hunter: 0/12
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname.
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
Goal: 0/12.
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling 10/6/19 Dumbledore is murdered
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname.
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
Chelsea, Grace, Kaitu, and Victorian Vickie - welcome!
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
12/7-9
Investigation Level: Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
book:The Arm of the Starfish|208909] by Madeleine L'Engle 10/10/2019
Dr. O'Keefe is a marine biologist and performs experiments on starfish's regrowth of limbs.
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair.
Folly Beach by Dorothea Benton Frank 10/8/2019
Cate has an affair with a married man. Her recently deceased husband had multiple affairs.
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered..
The Accident by Chris Pavone 11/8/2019
Well, the editor's assistant is murdered, the woman who stole the book is murdered, the movie producer's assistant is murdered, and the author's girlfriend's new boyfriend is murdered.
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
The Name of the Rosé by Christine Blum
10/24/2019
Halsey belongs to the Rose Avenue Wine Club. It's exclusivity means you must live on Rose Avenue and consume wine.
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book where the main character has a nickname.
The Mystery of Black Hollow Lane by Julia Nobel 10/8/2019
Emmeline goes by Emmy
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned.
The Last Widow by Karin Slaughter 11/22/2019
Sara Linton is held hostage by the IPA.
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village.
Unmarriageable by Soniah Kamal 10/29/2019
Dilipibad is a village.
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
Rough Justice by Lisa Scottoline 10/29/2019
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
Pattern of Circles: An Ambassador's Story by John E Dolibois 11/7/2019
John was a POW interrogator in WWII.
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
Misty of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry 10/15/2019
Misty starts with M, which is in Erasmus
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
A Fountain Filled with Blood by Julia Spencer Fleming 11/03/2019
Red cover
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders".
Return with Honor by Scott O'Grady 10/4/2019
Scott 'wanders' through the Serbian countryside, trying to escape evaders and get to safety.
Anne wrote: "Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
0/7-9
Investigation Level: Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experim..."
Thank you for joining Anne!
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
Investigation Level: Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
Death Waits in the Dark by Julia Buckley - 01 Oct 19
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
The Dark Enquiry by Deanna Raybourn - 02 Oct 19
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count.
A Perilous Undertaking by Deanna Raybourn - 05 Oct 19
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club.
Better Late Than Never by Jenn McKinlay - 09 Oct 19
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname.
A Novel Way to Die by Ali Brandon - 11 Oct 19
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
Ragione e sentimento by Jane Austen - 31 Oct 19
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
Pride And Prejudice by Jane Austen - 07 Oct 19
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky - 28 Oct 19
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
Lair of Dreams by Libba Bray - 03 Nov 19
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
Murder in the Mystery Suite by Ellery Adams - 15 Oct 19
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
Literally Murder by Ali Brandon - 26 Oct 19
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien - 17 Oct 19
Haunted EuropeDuration: Oct 1 - Dec 31, 2019
Ghost Hunter: 12/12
1. Poveglia, Italy
Poveglia is a small island near Venice that is probably the scariest island in Europe. It was once populated by refugees during the Ottoman conflicts and was the 18th-century quarantine site for those infected with the plague. The tales of hauntings come from its time as a mental hospital in the 1920s. According to legend, the doctor performed gruesome experiments on the patients. The doctor eventually killed himself by jumping from the bell’s tower, supposedly due to the spirits that wouldn't leave him alone. The bell was later removed but people from the surrounding islands claim to hear it echoing in the night.
👻 Read a book where an experiment is performed.
Angelfall by Susan Ee 10/21/19
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
Wolfsegg Castle is a beautiful Bavarian Castle with reports of hauntings dating back to the 1500s. The owner of the castle killed his wife, Klara von Helfenstein, after finding out about her affair. Shortly afterward, he and his two sons died as well. Multiple visitors to the castle reported strange noises coming from the caves located next to the castle and some even claim to have seen a “white woman” walking around the hallways.
👻 Read a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
Wounded by Shannon Mayer 11/8/19
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
A former pub in Wotton-under-Edge, England, the Ancient Ram Inn is one of the oldest bed & breakfasts in the western world. According to multiple sources, this structure was used as a pagan burial ground in the past. Several historical books also claim that devil worship and child sacrifice took place in the Ancient Ram Inn. The inn is supposedly haunted by more than 20 spirits, including a murdered little girl named Rosie, a high priest, and a real incubus.
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered
Bad, Bad Prince by Wren Williams 10/2/19
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
The Hell Fire was built in 1725 on top of a Neolithic passage tomb by Dublin lords and noblemen as a gathering spot. The, now, burned-out and abandoned ruins of the club are located on the top of Montpellier Hill, overlooking the adjacent Massy Woods. There have been numerous stories about black masses, animal, and even human sacrifice rituals happening in the Hell Fire Club. Multiple witnesses claim to have seen a satanic-like creature with a human appearance and cloven feet. Another common “visitor” is the ghost of a young lady who is believed to have been burned inside a barrel and rolled down the hill.
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature"
Blind Salvage by Shannon Mayer 10/14/19
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
The ruin of this mid-13th-century castle is on a hill on Hungary's western border and was once home to Countess Elizabeth Báthory—the world’s most prolific female serial killer. The Countess had a fear of growing old and sacrificed over 650 young peasant women between 1585-1610 with the delusion that the bloodshed would preserve her youth. Hence, her popular nicknames, The Blood Countess and Countess Dracula. Elizabeth was eventually arrested for these crimes and locked in a tower at Čachtice Castle, where she remained for the final years of her life. Many believe tormented souls haunt the area having sighted shadow figures and full-body apparitions of young girls crying. Bathory's ghost also haunts the castle. Disembodied voices are also heard in and around the castle.
👻 Read a book where the main character has a nickname.
Opal by Jennifer L. Armentrout 10/19/19
6. Tower of London, London, England
The Tower of London’s history of torture and execution spans 900 years. The most famous of its many ghosts is Anne Boleyn, the wife of King Henry VIII. She was beheaded in 1536, and her headless body has been seen walking the Tower’s corridors. Other famous apparitions include the White Lady who is often spotted standing in the window of the White Tower where she once stood to wave to her children and the ghosts of two young princes who were sent to the Tower after being deemed illegitimate by Parliament. It is believed the princes were murdered by order of their uncle, the Duke of Gloucester, and are said to be seen holding hands and looking afraid.
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned
Prince of Dreams by Pippa DaCosta 10/10/19
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
Perched high above the passage into the Carpathian Mountains, between Transylvania and Wallachia, the world knows Bran Castle as the fictitious home of Count Dracula, the vampire from Bram Stocker’s Dracula. While it’s unclear how much Stocker actually knew about the castle when writing the novel, it is still shrouded in mystery and draws thousands of visitors every year. The ghosts inside the castle’s walls are said to roam the halls and villagers report hearing wailing late at night. Legend also says that at least some of the town are strigoi, people whose souls leave their bodies at night to terrorize the village, further encouraging the town’s vampire folklore.
👻 Read a book with a vampire character.
Balance Point by Katherine Rhodes 10/12/19
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
The Moosham Castle (also known as the Witches Castle) witnessed some of the most gruesome witch trials in Austrian history. This 12th-century fortress hosted the prosecutions and executions of townspeople that were suspected of acts of witchcraft during the 18th century. Most of the accused victims were male and a large portion of those killed were 21 or younger. Schargen-Toni was responsible for holding many of the trials and sending the accused to the torture chamber of Moosham. It was believed that this merciless man was the devil incarnate. Today, many people claim to see Anton, the castle caretaker, wandering the castle and watching over the prisoners. Frequently, when the staff opens the museum, they find the guns in the hunting room hanging upside down, despite the castle being locked up overnight.
👻 Read a book with a witch in the story.
Shadowed Threads by Shannon Mayer 10 10/9/19
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
This 13th-century Gothic fortress is located north of Prague and, according to folklore, serves no purpose other than to blockade the Gateway to Hell. It is said the castle was built over a bottomless hole in the ground, and the structure keeps demons at bay. More of a chapel than a fortress, the legend describes Houska Castle as having no residents, no kitchen, no water, and that it lacks the strategic placement of being near any trade routes or territorial borders. Paranormal activities were disturbing the region and the Bohemians thought they would solve their problems if they cover the hole, so they built the castle.
Hundreds of prisoners were forced to go into the pit to build the foundation for the castle. However, when they were taken out of the hole, they all looked like old men. Later on, the castle was the center of Nazi occult dabbling during WWII and multiple dead bodies of Nazi soldiers were found on the site. Witnesses reported several different forms of paranormal activity and some claim that the site contains remains of demonic beasts who escaped the pit.
👻 Read a book tagged paranormal.
Firefighter Pegasus by Zoe Chant 10/5/19
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
Predjama Castle was home to Erasmus the Knight who rebelled against the monarchy in the 1500s. During that time, he tortured and killed hundreds of people in different parts of the castle. Many prisoners were thrown down the 70-meter deep cave under the castle. The ones who survived the fall slowly died from their injuries or getting eaten by the rats. Erasmus also died in the castle and some people say he comes back to rule it once the sun goes down. Many people claim they can still hear the screams of agony of the tortured prisoners echoing in the forest. All of their remains still lie beneath the castle.
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus
Sh*t My Dad Says by Justin Halpern 10/12/19
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
Notable for being Ireland's most haunted fortress, the 15th century Leap Castle was built on a druidic site atop powerful ley lines. During its long and bloody history, the castle has collected a colorful assortment of haunts, including It, a small, sheep-sized creature summoned in the early 1900s by a resident occultist. Other spirits include a murdered priest who was stabbed by his brother in a rivalry over clan leadership as he celebrated mass; a knife-wielding Red Lady who stalks the premises with the ghosts of two little girls. A shaft found in the course of recent renovations contained three cartloads of skeletons impaled upon spikes and one pocket watch. Visitors have experienced mists, sounds, and even a ghostly touch.
👻 Read a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas 10/18/19
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
The Castello Della Castelluccia has offered respite since the mid-14th century. Built on the site of an ancient Roman Villa, it’s a romantic spot for the living. At the same time, it’s also home to a variety of eccentric spectators. Apparently unable to rest, the mad Emperor Nero wanders the path from his grave to the Castello Della Castelluccia. Ghostly horses streak through the premises, and if you’re interested in turning metal into gold, watch out for the shade of the alchemist who died in the tower by a lightning strike in the 1600s.
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders"
The Stone Sky by N.K. Jemisin 10/11/19
Haunted Europe completion post
Duration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
7 / 7-9
Investigation Level: Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
Lab 6 – peter lerangis – 11.10.19
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair
Nevertheless – Alec Baldwin 01.10.19
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count.
Scorpia – Anthony Horowitz – 04.10.19
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover. Tapestry of Treason – anne o’brien 10.10.19
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal. Island – peter lerangis 10.10.19
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
All things nice – shelia bugler – 03.10.19
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story. Sam Wu is not afraid of Ghosts – 08.10.19
Duration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
7 / 7-9
Investigation Level: Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
Lab 6 – peter lerangis – 11.10.19
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair
Nevertheless – Alec Baldwin 01.10.19
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count.
Scorpia – Anthony Horowitz – 04.10.19
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover. Tapestry of Treason – anne o’brien 10.10.19
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal. Island – peter lerangis 10.10.19
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
All things nice – shelia bugler – 03.10.19
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story. Sam Wu is not afraid of Ghosts – 08.10.19
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
Investigation Level:
Ghost Apprentice: 4-6 tasks
3/6 Tasks
1. Poveglia, Italy
Poveglia is a small island near Venice that is probably the scariest island in Europe. It was once populated by refugees during the Ottoman conflicts and was the 18th-century quarantine site for those infected with the plague. The tales of hauntings come from its time as a mental hospital in the 1920s. According to legend, the doctor performed gruesome experiments on the patients. The doctor eventually killed himself by jumping from the bell’s tower, supposedly due to the spirits that wouldn't leave him alone. The bell was later removed but people from the surrounding islands claim to hear it echoing in the night.
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
Wolfsegg Castle is a beautiful Bavarian Castle with reports of hauntings dating back to the 1500s. The owner of the castle killed his wife, Klara von Helfenstein, after finding out about her affair. Shortly afterward, he and his two sons died as well. Multiple visitors to the castle reported strange noises coming from the caves located next to the castle and some even claim to have seen a “white woman” walking around the hallways.
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise. - The Sister Queens - Sophie Perinot - 10/10/19
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
A former pub in Wotton-under-Edge, England, the Ancient Ram Inn is one of the oldest bed & breakfasts in the western world. According to multiple sources, this structure was used as a pagan burial ground in the past. Several historical books also claim that devil worship and child sacrifice took place in the Ancient Ram Inn. The inn is supposedly haunted by more than 20 spirits, including a murdered little girl named Rosie, a high priest, and a real incubus.
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count. - Jackaby - William Ritter - 10/8/19
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
The Hell Fire was built in 1725 on top of a Neolithic passage tomb by Dublin lords and noblemen as a gathering spot. The, now, burned-out and abandoned ruins of the club are located on the top of Montpellier Hill, overlooking the adjacent Massy Woods. There have been numerous stories about black masses, animal, and even human sacrifice rituals happening in the Hell Fire Club. Multiple witnesses claim to have seen a satanic-like creature with a human appearance and cloven feet. Another common “visitor” is the ghost of a young lady who is believed to have been burned inside a barrel and rolled down the hill.
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
The ruin of this mid-13th-century castle is on a hill on Hungary's western border and was once home to Countess Elizabeth Báthory—the world’s most prolific female serial killer. The Countess had a fear of growing old and sacrificed over 650 young peasant women between 1585-1610 with the delusion that the bloodshed would preserve her youth. Hence, her popular nicknames, The Blood Countess and Countess Dracula. Elizabeth was eventually arrested for these crimes and locked in a tower at Čachtice Castle, where she remained for the final years of her life. Many believe tormented souls haunt the area having sighted shadow figures and full-body apparitions of young girls crying. Bathory's ghost also haunts the castle. Disembodied voices are also heard in and around the castle.
👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname.
6. Tower of London, London, England
The Tower of London’s history of torture and execution spans 900 years. The most famous of its many ghosts is Anne Boleyn, the wife of King Henry VIII. She was beheaded in 1536, and her headless body has been seen walking the Tower’s corridors. Other famous apparitions include the White Lady who is often spotted standing in the window of the White Tower where she once stood to wave to her children and the ghosts of two young princes who were sent to the Tower after being deemed illegitimate by Parliament. It is believed the princes were murdered by order of their uncle, the Duke of Gloucester, and are said to be seen holding hands and looking afraid.
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
Perched high above the passage into the Carpathian Mountains, between Transylvania and Wallachia, the world knows Bran Castle as the fictitious home of Count Dracula, the vampire from Bram Stocker’s Dracula. While it’s unclear how much Stocker actually knew about the castle when writing the novel, it is still shrouded in mystery and draws thousands of visitors every year. The ghosts inside the castle’s walls are said to roam the halls and villagers report hearing wailing late at night. Legend also says that at least some of the town are strigoi, people whose souls leave their bodies at night to terrorize the village, further encouraging the town’s vampire folklore.
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
The Moosham Castle (also known as the Witches Castle) witnessed some of the most gruesome witch trials in Austrian history. This 12th-century fortress hosted the prosecutions and executions of townspeople that were suspected of acts of witchcraft during the 18th century. Most of the accused victims were male and a large portion of those killed were 21 or younger. Schargen-Toni was responsible for holding many of the trials and sending the accused to the torture chamber of Moosham. It was believed that this merciless man was the devil incarnate. Today, many people claim to see Anton, the castle caretaker, wandering the castle and watching over the prisoners. Frequently, when the staff opens the museum, they find the guns in the hunting room hanging upside down, despite the castle being locked up overnight.
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story. - Echo of The Witch - Jen Wilde - 10/6/19
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
This 13th-century Gothic fortress is located north of Prague and, according to folklore, serves no purpose other than to blockade the Gateway to Hell. It is said the castle was built over a bottomless hole in the ground, and the structure keeps demons at bay. More of a chapel than a fortress, the legend describes Houska Castle as having no residents, no kitchen, no water, and that it lacks the strategic placement of being near any trade routes or territorial borders. Paranormal activities were disturbing the region and the Bohemians thought they would solve their problems if they cover the hole, so they built the castle.
Hundreds of prisoners were forced to go into the pit to build the foundation for the castle. However, when they were taken out of the hole, they all looked like old men. Later on, the castle was the center of Nazi occult dabbling during WWII and multiple dead bodies of Nazi soldiers were found on the site. Witnesses reported several different forms of paranormal activity and some claim that the site contains remains of demonic beasts who escaped the pit.
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
Predjama Castle was home to Erasmus the Knight who rebelled against the monarchy in the 1500s. During that time, he tortured and killed hundreds of people in different parts of the castle. Many prisoners were thrown down the 70-meter deep cave under the castle. The ones who survived the fall slowly died from their injuries or getting eaten by the rats. Erasmus also died in the castle and some people say he comes back to rule it once the sun goes down. Many people claim they can still hear the screams of agony of the tortured prisoners echoing in the forest. All of their remains still lie beneath the castle.
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
Notable for being Ireland's most haunted fortress, the 15th century Leap Castle was built on a druidic site atop powerful ley lines. During its long and bloody history, the castle has collected a colorful assortment of haunts, including It, a small, sheep-sized creature summoned in the early 1900s by a resident occultist. Other spirits include a murdered priest who was stabbed by his brother in a rivalry over clan leadership as he celebrated mass; a knife-wielding Red Lady who stalks the premises with the ghosts of two little girls. A shaft found in the course of recent renovations contained three cartloads of skeletons impaled upon spikes and one pocket watch. Visitors have experienced mists, sounds, and even a ghostly touch.
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
The Castello Della Castelluccia has offered respite since the mid-14th century. Built on the site of an ancient Roman Villa, it’s a romantic spot for the living. At the same time, it’s also home to a variety of eccentric spectators. Apparently unable to rest, the mad Emperor Nero wanders the path from his grave to the Castello Della Castelluccia. Ghostly horses streak through the premises, and if you’re interested in turning metal into gold, watch out for the shade of the alchemist who died in the tower by a lightning strike in the 1600s.
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
Welcome, Sunshine & Natasha!Great job Den!
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
Investigation Level: Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
FINISHED
9/7-9
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story- Magneto, Volume 1: Infamous-Cullen Bunn 10/5
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count- Avengers World, Volume 1: A.I.M.pire-Jonathan Hickman 10/4
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group- Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest Vol. 3-Hiro Mashima 10/11
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book where the main character has a nickname- Pumpkin Heads-Rainbow Rowell 10/4
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village- Naruto (3-in-1 Edition), Vol. 16: Includes Vols. 46, 47 48-Masashi Kishimoto 10/8
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a witch in the story- Grimoire Noir-Vera Greentea 10/8
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles)- Suicide Squad, Volume 1: Kicked in the Teeth-Adam Glass 10/4
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover-
The Broken Vow-Scott Westerfeld 10/912. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a ghost or apparition in the story- Tunnel of Bones-Victoria Schwab 10/11
OOOH excited about this one... I am reading books that all fall into these categories right now....Haunted Europe
Duration: October 1 - December 31, 2019
Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
READ: 9/9
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
The Case of the Left-Handed Lady by Nancy Springer 10/31/19
Dr. John Watson
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
Come Closer by Sara Gran 12/15/19
Both! First, she hears the tap-tap-tapping in her apartment and later... well...affairs plural.
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count.
Grace Under Pressure by Julie Hyzy 11/22/19 Poor Abe gets offed.
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
Machine by Susan Steinberg 10/26/19
Well, the unnamed narrator belongs to the exclusive, wealthy out-of-towners group who vacations at the "shore,", whereas the girl who drowns is distinctly not.
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname.
In the Heart of the Fire by Dean Koontz 12/5/19
Both! Serial killer and main character is just "Nameless".
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
I'm Thinking of Ending Things by Iain Reid 10/21/19
Without giving too much away... character imprisoned...
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
Fangs for Hire by Jenna Black 10/22/19
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
Revenge by Yōko Ogawa 10/23/19
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
Lock Every Door by Riley Sager 12/15/19
Mysterious happenings? Oh yeah!
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
Vanessa wrote: "OOOH excited about this one... I am reading books that all fall into these categories right now....Haunted Europe
Duration: October 1 - December 31, 2019
Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
READ: 0/9
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Welcome, Vanessa! I'm glad you are excited for the challenge.
Haunted EuropeDuration: October 1 - December 31, 2019
Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
READ: 12/9
1. Poveglia, Italy
👻 Read a book with a doctor in the story or a book where an experiment is performed.
The Moving Finger by Agatha Christie
2. Wolfsegg Castle, Germany
👻 Read a book where a character has an affair or a book where the main character hears a strange noise.
Strawberry Shortcake Murder by Joanne Fluke 10/24
3. Ancient Ram Inn, England
👻 Read a book where someone is murdered or a book with a 2 and 0 in the page count.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder by Joanne Fluke 10/23
4. Hell Fire Club, Dublin, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a "satanic-like creature" or a book where the main character belongs to a club or exclusive group.
The Saturday Night Ghost Club by Craig Davidson
5. Čachtice Castle, Slovakia
👻 Read a book with a serial killer or a book where the main character has a nickname.
Hallowe'en Party by Agatha Christie 10/27
6. Tower of London, London, England
👻 Read a book where someone is imprisoned or a book with a predominately white cover.
Shroud for the Archbishop by Peter Tremayne 10/20
7. Bran Castle, Bran, Romania
👻 Read a book that takes place in a village or a book with a vampire character.
A Murder Is Announced by Agatha Christie 10/15
8. Moosham Castle, Austria
👻 Read a book with a trial in the story or a book with a witch in the story.
Witches of Pennsylvania: Occult History & Lore by Thomas White 10/24
9. The Houska Castle, Czech Republic
👻 Read a book that takes place during WWII or a book tagged paranormal.
A Small Death in Lisbon by Robert Wilson 11/5
10. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
👻 Read a book whose title begins with a letter in Erasmus (excluding articles) or a book where someone is thrown and injured.
The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie by Alan Bradley 11/2
11. Leap Castle, Ireland
👻 Read a book with a predominately red cover or a book with "mysterious happenings" (your interpretation).
Night Film by Marisha Pessl 11/13
12. Castello Della Castelluccia, Rome, Italy
👻 Read a book with a character who "wanders" or a book with a ghost or apparition in the story.
Full Throttle by Joe Hill
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Haunted Europe
Duration: October 1 to December 31, 2019
Welcome to the spooky side of Europe, home of ghastly ghosts, haunted happenings, and eerie experiences.
Investigation Level:
Ghost Amateur: 2-3 tasks
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Ghost Hunter: 7-9 tasks
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❖ All genres and formats welcome.
❖ Re-reads are allowed.
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