That's how the estate agent described the old toll house on the edge of the town. Published by Little, Brown Book Group UK, The Toll House is ‘an edge-of-the-seat, nail-biting read’ (Kate Hamer author of THE GIRL IN THE RED COAT).Ī house with history. I will be considering the importance of setting and space in creating spooky atmospheres, sharing some of my favourite ghost stories, and inviting the audience to reflect on what scares them most. 'A book that feels like it's watching you as you read it.In this event, I will be talking about the inspiration behind my debut novel The Toll House, a ghost story set in the present day and 1860s. Perfect for a spooky autumnal read.' - Susan Stokes-Chapman 'A satisfyingly good old-fashioned ghost story that brilliantly echoes the likes of Susan Hill with an originality all of its own. Be prepared for some seriously good twists.' - Natasha Pulley 'If you like a good ghost story put this chilling thriller to the very top of your reading list.' - Sarah Pearse 'Pacy and page-turning this, dual timeline, ghost story will keep you up long after the witching hour - if you dare.' - Rebecca Netley Past crimes, present fears, secrets & lingering threat had me turning those final pages late into the night.' - Anita Frank 'Carly Reagon's genre-blending debut is perfect for fans of psychological thrillers looking for some supernatural chills. Carly Reagon is one to watch.' - C J Cooke 'A beautifully written tale of hauntings, grief, and the stories folded in old houses.

I loved it.' Kate Hamer author of THE GIRL IN THE RED COAT Cooke author of THE LIGHTHOUSE WITCHES 'Had me turning pages late into the night' Anita Frank author of THE LOST ONES 'An edge-of-the-seat, nail-biting read. As Dylan's behaviour becomes increasingly challenging, Kelda seeks answers in the house's mysterious past. Inexplicable things happen in the house, Kelda cannot shake the feeling of being watched and Dylan is plagued by nightmares, convinced he can see figures in his room. But when Kelda finds a death mask concealed behind one of the walls, everything changes. For Kelda it's the perfect rural home for her young son Dylan after a difficult few years. unsettling and gripping' Cari Thomas author of THREADNEEDLE _ The past isn't always dead and buried.

The spine-tingling ghost story everyone is raving about: 'If you like a good ghost story put this chilling thriller to the very top of your reading list' Sarah Pearse author of THE SANATORIUM 'Will keep you up long after the witching hour' Rebecca Netley author of THE WHISTLING 'A satisfyingly good old-fashioned ghost story' Susan Stokes-Chapman author of PANDORA 'I hoovered this up in one go.' Natasha Pulley author of THE WATCHMAKER OF FILIGREE STREET 'A book that feels like it's watching you.

The toll house by carly reagon