In the hush of Hargrave House, the past does not rest quietly.
Newly married, Sir Thomas Hargrave dreams of a future filled with hope and dignity at the crumbling estate he has unexpectedly inherited. Determined to restore its faded grandeur, he soon discovers that Hargrave House is not the only thing in need of repair. His wife, Eleanor, arrives carrying more than just her elegant manners and gentle smile—she harbors secrets that defy explanation.
When strange disturbances begin to stalk the halls—a child’s lonely cry, the chilling brush of invisible hands—Eleanor’s composure begins to crack. Shadows gather at the edges of her mind, and her behavior grows increasingly erratic. As Thomas struggles to shield her from society’s scrutiny—and from forces he cannot name—he begins to question what lies behind her unraveling.
Set against the strict codes and glittering facades of Regency England, House of Desolation weaves a haunting tale of guilt, forbidden secrets, and the courage to face the unthinkable. From the eerie decay of a countryside manor to the deceptively bright refuge of seaside Brighton, this gothic ghost story draws readers into a world where silence becomes dangerous and the unseen refuses to be ignored.
Fans of Rebecca, Jane Eyre, and the atmospheric works of Sarah Waters will find themselves spellbound by this tale of love tested to its limits. Will Thomas’s devotion be enough to reach Eleanor—or will Hargrave House claim them both?
Perfect for readers who love:
* Historical gothic mysteries
* Unreliable narrators
* Regency-era psychological drama
* Atmospheric haunted house stories
A chilling, beautifully written tale of secrets, survival, and the power of redemption.
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