Dark Music E F Watkins Books
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When Quinn Matthews buys a Victorian house in the New Jersey suburbs from a relative, she finally owns the home of her dreams. She tries to ignore the peculiar chill she feels whenever she goes near the attic, where her late uncle suffered a fatal heart attack. Quinn, who writes about décor for a living, plans to restore the place in true 19th-century style. Her efforts, though, are hampered by strange accidents. She also hears classical piano music and gunshots from no earthly source, and finds eerie messages on a wall, a notepad and even her computer. Even an unstable next-door neighbor accuses her of “stirring up trouble” with her renovations. Finally, Quinn accepts that her dream house is haunted. But the ghosts don’t want her gone—they want her to right a terrible wrong that took place in 1897. A latent psychic gift makes Quinn identify strongly with their sufferings. Soon, she feels the strain on her relationships, her finances and even her sanity. To lay the ghosts to rest and keep the house she loves, she must re-investigate the murder of its first owner—a dashing classical pianist whose love life was far from Victorian...
Dark Music E F Watkins Books
While this ebook might be considered more appropriate for winter reading--sitting by a crackling fire with spirits at hand as you become spooked by the author's spirits--I read this after the Fourth and thoroughly enjoyed it.I had an agenda, of course. I met the author at BooksNJ (a local book fair) a few weeks ago. She was kind enough to do an interview for my blog. Consequently, I thought I'd be kind enough to read her book and write an honest review of it. The music and house renovation themes permeating the book also attracted me. But I want to signal that this book is an interesting read, any time of the year! Moreover, it's almost a manual on the art of story-telling.
The protagonist, Quinn Matthews, has the chance to buy her Uncle Ed's old Victorian Queen Anne-style house located in the small town Crane's Crossing (probably not real) in New Jersey. There are pros to her move from Elizabeth (a real NJ city--a port, in fact), including the fact that she can keep her cat. She learns about the cons. Her cousin Michael offers the house to her at a good price because, even though it's structurally sound, it needs renovation.
Unbeknownst to Quinn or her cousin, the house also comes complete with three ghosts--one is Jeremy Spencer, a murdered classical pianist who lived there originally in the 19th century; and the two others are ghosts of two persons who may also be involved in the murder. Written in the first person, Quinn relates how she tracks down the story of why the house is haunted. In this sense, this is a paranormal mystery that could make your skin crawl if you're not used to these stories--and, if you are used to them, you'll still find this a fun ride as Quinn embarks on her sleuthing voyage.
There are some interesting and amusing peeks into the world of writers and photographers because Quinn works part-time at a local newspaper. I also found Tony interesting. He's Quinn's on-again-off-again boyfriend, an investigative reporter for the same rag. He plays against stereotype and can be a wus at times, adding humor to some stress-filled scenes. He can also play the piano a wee bit; the ghost pianist can play very well. They team up to make a scene that left me feeling strange but also laughing--one of the better scenes in the book.
I won't go into any more details--no spoilers here. Considering the genre, it's unusual and a treat that there isn't much violence--I'm sure Miss Marple would be comfortable perusing the book at tea time. Or not--we have New Jersey here, not the English countryside, after all. In any case, you will find this book an interesting and entertaining paranormal mystery.
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Dark Music E F Watkins Books Reviews
I've been an E.F. Watkins fan for some time, but as a mystery reader and author, I'm totally enjoying her debut into "ghostly" mysteries. Journalist Quinn Matthews, the slightly-psychic sleuth featured in this series, is sassy like a Jersey Girl should be, and courageous but not overly so. The characters in this story are well crafted and strong, but they don't overwhelm her. The plot is as delicately woven as a good piece of classical music, with a strong pace of highs and lows that keep the reader hooked - with very few unnecessary slow spots. The emotional plot that drives this story will haunt you long after you put it down - which will be hard to do! Bravo to Watkins for another well-written story and some great new characters. I'm looking forward to the next book in this series.
This is the story of Quinn Matthews a writer for the town newspaper. Her uncle Ed died in his the Queen Anne home. Quinn's cousin Michael sells her the house at a great price. He grew up there never being allowed in the attic. It was always locked. His father said the floors were not safe. Quinn and her friends start renovating the house. Quinn starts seeing and feeling things in the house. She wants to find out what is going on. Her ex boyfriend Tony who she doesn't know how she feels about him, is there for her.
I loved the story and the way it kept me interested in finding out what happens. I always like a mystery that you don't figure out right away. I started reading it and couldn't wait to finish it. You won't be disappointed in this book.
thoroughly enjoyed this book. It's been a while since I've read a ghost story and I'd forgotten how much fun they can be. Not that Dark Music is a funny book. Watkins treats her characters, including her ghosts, seriously and with respect. That's part of what makes the story so enjoyable. The ghosts were characters I could believe in and sympathize with. I won't go into plot details because I don't like spoilers, but I will say that the author gives just enough back story to both her current characters and those who've been dead 100 years to draw me in and make me root for them. The setting is well drawn - an old house in small-town New Jersey. The protagonist is brave without being foolhardy. The inclusion of certain pieces of music added to the atmosphere. Description was not overdone, but enough to make me want to spend time in the old house (only in broad daylight). Some creepy scenes, but not so creepy that they turned me (a wimp) off.
While this ebook might be considered more appropriate for winter reading--sitting by a crackling fire with spirits at hand as you become spooked by the author's spirits--I read this after the Fourth and thoroughly enjoyed it.
I had an agenda, of course. I met the author at BooksNJ (a local book fair) a few weeks ago. She was kind enough to do an interview for my blog. Consequently, I thought I'd be kind enough to read her book and write an honest review of it. The music and house renovation themes permeating the book also attracted me. But I want to signal that this book is an interesting read, any time of the year! Moreover, it's almost a manual on the art of story-telling.
The protagonist, Quinn Matthews, has the chance to buy her Uncle Ed's old Victorian Queen Anne-style house located in the small town Crane's Crossing (probably not real) in New Jersey. There are pros to her move from Elizabeth (a real NJ city--a port, in fact), including the fact that she can keep her cat. She learns about the cons. Her cousin Michael offers the house to her at a good price because, even though it's structurally sound, it needs renovation.
Unbeknownst to Quinn or her cousin, the house also comes complete with three ghosts--one is Jeremy Spencer, a murdered classical pianist who lived there originally in the 19th century; and the two others are ghosts of two persons who may also be involved in the murder. Written in the first person, Quinn relates how she tracks down the story of why the house is haunted. In this sense, this is a paranormal mystery that could make your skin crawl if you're not used to these stories--and, if you are used to them, you'll still find this a fun ride as Quinn embarks on her sleuthing voyage.
There are some interesting and amusing peeks into the world of writers and photographers because Quinn works part-time at a local newspaper. I also found Tony interesting. He's Quinn's on-again-off-again boyfriend, an investigative reporter for the same rag. He plays against stereotype and can be a wus at times, adding humor to some stress-filled scenes. He can also play the piano a wee bit; the ghost pianist can play very well. They team up to make a scene that left me feeling strange but also laughing--one of the better scenes in the book.
I won't go into any more details--no spoilers here. Considering the genre, it's unusual and a treat that there isn't much violence--I'm sure Miss Marple would be comfortable perusing the book at tea time. Or not--we have New Jersey here, not the English countryside, after all. In any case, you will find this book an interesting and entertaining paranormal mystery.
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