Houses of Stone

Barbara Michaels creates such a vivid, gothic atmosphere—I'm curious whether the house was based on a real place or purely fictional.

The paranormal touches added a layer of mystery without overwhelming the story. I wonder if others felt the same, or if they wanted more overt ghostly encounters.

Certain details kept me guessing about the history and the supernatural presence—did you catch any hints early on or was it a surprise until the end?