Eldrith Manor
Leigh Rivers
4.1
Blame it on the Moon: A Haunted House Mystery (Blame it on the Moon Series)
by Lou Pugliese
About this book
This haunted house has ghosts, secrets… and a story that refuses to stay buried.
When widower Richard Craft returns to his family’s historic Virginia home, he’s searching for peace—and maybe the spark to finish his long-delayed novel. Instead, he finds creaking floorboards, ghostly whispers, Civil War relics in the cellar, and a loyal Sheltie named Lincoln who never leaves his side.
But the past in this house runs deep. As unsettling visions and strange events mount, Richard is drawn into an unlikely alliance: a determined paranormal researcher, a retired cop with a knack for digging up the past, and an eccentric pair who run a local occult shop. Along the way, unexpected romance sparks—and moments of humor lighten even the darkest nights.
Together, they uncover a mystery that binds Richard’s family history to restless spirits with unfinished business. What begins as a ghost story becomes something more: a journey through grief, love, friendship, and the courage it takes to face what haunts us.
Begin the journey today — because the past never stays buried for long.
A winner of the Summer 2025 Pencraft Award for literary excellence.
- Publication Date
- May 25, 2026
- ASIN
- B0D13K49GH
Reader Reviews
March 15, 2026
This was a surprise of a story and I really had a hard time putting it down. The characters and plot sucked me in and kept me entertained in a variety of ways. I loved the way the author wrote the book - it felt like I was right there inside of the story itself. Great job! I think my next read with be the prequel to this story! )
October 23, 2025
....he tells the story like it is an autobiography. in a way. Interesting, has some historical facets to it and the characters are all like-able. I will be reading his other novel, I am sure. There is some \"sax and violins\" (if you catch my drift) in this novel but it is not filled with it and it does fit the story. A little repetitious but mostly enjoyable and a page-turner. )
March 27, 2026
Such an interesting story. I loved the concept of the haunted house and how the facts of who the spirits were came about. Great book. )
February 19, 2026
Loved the story and the way it was written. Easy to read and follow and understand. Mix of the haunted and real life done very well. Enjoyed it from start to finish ) One person found this helpful
September 6, 2024
I bought the book and read it after hearing the author speak at our local women's club meeting. If you like mysteries and ghost stories, this is a good October read. )
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