The House on Cold Hill
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The House on Cold Hill
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Narrated by:
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Nicholas Boulton
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By:
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Peter James
About this listen
The House on Cold Hill is a chilling and suspenseful ghost story from the multi-million copy bestselling author of the award-winning Grace series, Peter James.
Evil isn't born, it's built . . .
Moving from the heart of the city to the Sussex countryside is a big undertaking for born townies, Ollie Harcourt, his wife, Caro, and their twelve-year-old daughter, Jade. But when they view Cold Hill House – a huge, dilapidated, Georgian mansion – they are filled with excitement. Despite the financial strain of the move, Ollie sees Cold Hill House as a paradise for his animal-loving daughter, a base for his web-design business and a terrific long-term investment.
But, within days of moving in, it becomes apparent that the Harcourt family aren't the only residents in the house.
At first it is only a friend of Jade, talking to her on FaceTime, who sees a spectral woman standing behind her. Then there are more sightings of her, and increasingly disturbing occurrences. Two weeks after moving in, Caro, out in the garden, is startled to see faces staring out of an upstairs window of the house. The window of a room which may hold the secret to the house's dark history . . .
A room which does not appear to exist.
'Superbly creepy modern horror story' - Book of the Week, Sunday Mirror
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Praise for The House on Cold Hill:
''Impeccable' – Sunday Times
'James is a compelling storyteller, and he ratchets up the tension in increments, so that his readers will be suitably terrified. By the time you want to scream "Look behind you!", it's already too late' – Daily Mail
'James plays with your expectations - creating a convincing and genuinely terrifying tale that, in the best old-fashioned tradition, will frighten the wits out of you in a most enjoyable way' – Irish Sunday Mirror
'A great piece of escapism that will have you looking over your shoulder' – Scotsman
They Thought I was Dead was an instant no.1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 13/05/2024
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- Stewie
- 11-07-2016
Enjoyable Ghost Story
Very interesting read....I enjoyed it and it kept my attention.....The story had a few good twists but i thought some parts of the story could have been delved into a little more...Overall i would recommend this book to people who like this subject.
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- Louise Deo
- 21-01-2022
Seriously spooky
I am picky when it comes to ghost stories, and I don’t scare easily. This is a psychological thriller where the tension builds gradually leaving you wondering what is coming next. The plot and dialogue are tight, there’s no unnecessary fluff here. Well written book and excellent narration.
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- Robyn Walker
- 07-08-2018
Enjoyed it!!!
narration was good and the mystery was on until the very end. Worth listening to
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- Anonymous User
- 04-08-2024
the unusual twistsin plot
the inevitable demise of Favourite characters as the story developed and the plot revealed its true nature
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- Kelly
- 28-10-2015
Who doesn't love a good haunted house story!
I really enjoyed this tale. The characters were likeable, the reader had a easy to listen voice.
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- elizabeth b.
- 17-07-2020
Oh too silly
Ghost stories are fun this one is not. It’s really obvious what will happen. Just blow up the house and that will rid you of the nasty ghost.
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- lesley
- 03-08-2019
not impressed
predictable & unoriginal story, not up to his usual stories. very disappointing, would not recommend
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