5.0 (8 ratings)

The Cursed Keepsake

Name: The Cursed Keepsake
Rating: 5 (8 reviews)
Author: Mary Alice Pouliot
ISBN: B0GPSQY6XX

by Mary Alice Pouliot

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About this book

1938. Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. An abandoned manor whispers secrets best left alone…When Maggie dares to enter the dilapidated DuMond Manor on Cat Island, she awakens something she cannot escape. Each night, her dreams grow darker, pulling her deeper into a haunting that feels all too real.

Desperate, she turns to Carson Jacobs—better known to his nationwide radio audience as "Mr. Mystery"— who agrees to help her uncover the truth. But the deeper they search, the more dangerous the hauntings become… and the harder it is to ignore the spark between them.

Part Southern Gothic ghost story, part slow-burn romance, The Cursed Keepsake blends eerie suspense with Old Hollywood-style chemistry. Will faith and courage be enough to face what lurks inside DuMond Manor? Or will Maggie and Carson become part of its tragic legacy?

Perfect for fans of gothic romance, historical mysteries, and ghostly tales that keep you listening long past midnight.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B0GPSQY6XX

Reader Reviews

What a page turner!!!

October 22, 2025

This book was such a page turner! It is broken up into fairly short chapters which I appreciate as a busy mom, because it gives me good stopping points. However, every time I would finish a chapter, I was so hooked that I had to keep reading! Also, this book is definitely a thriller! Towards the last chapters of the book, I was feeling so scared for the characters that I was holding my breath for a long time & having to make myself breathe! )

A beautifully written story that pulls you in and doesn’t let go

October 16, 2025

The Cursed Keepsake drew me in right from the start. It had just the right balance of suspense and cute romance to keep me hooked the whole way through. The characters felt real and grew in a way that made me care about what happened to them. I also appreciated the vivid scene descriptions, which made it easy to picture every setting and added to the overall atmosphere. A great mix of tension, emotion, and beautiful writing! ) One person found this helpful

Riveting, suspenseful, and wonderful comedic relief

February 14, 2026

I absolutely loved this book. At no point did I entirely know where it was going. There were some clues, but it was an amazing read. Truly a page turner. Maggie and Carson are riveting. Buzz was comedic relief, even if he was a pain and always trying to cause problems; the one time Maggie truly needed him, he was there and supportive in the best way. Mary Alice truly wrote a novel that spoke to my heart. )

Fun Read!

November 10, 2025

Easy to read, great character development, exciting plot with a satisfying ending! )

The Cursed Keepsake by Mary Ann Pouliot

October 11, 2025

I loved the story, it keep me reading way into the night. I was introduced to this book by my grandson Jon Tullos who is a student at the Magnet School that Mrs Pouliot is at. )