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City of Spirits: a mind twisting and absolutely gripping Wyatt Thomas New Orleans paranormal mystery thriller (French Quarter Mystery Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Eric Wilder (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 323 ratings

When fates intertwine amid the madness of Mardi Gras, chaos reigns supreme

A sinking crew boat carrying a dangerous mob assassin chained up for transport sets off a string of events that will affect the lives of many. Jacque Leguerre, a sociopath and hired killer, is consumed by revenge and blames Catholic priest Father Alphonso for his problems. When Jacque unexpectedly arrives in New Orleans, he’s determined to make the priest pay for his transgressions.

Meanwhile, N.O.P.D. homicide detective Tony Nicosia finds himself facing off against a ruthless killer while dealing with a new partner he can’t stand. As he investigates the murder of a large Norwegian man who turns out to be the victim of Jacque Leguerre, Tony meets Venus Hernandez. Amid the chaos, Tony and Venus embark on a torrid affair while Jacque eludes the police.

French Quarter private investigator Wyatt Thomas takes on a wealthy client who wants him to prove his racial background as pure white. As Wyatt delves into the case, he becomes enamored by one of his client’s twin daughters, Desire. During his investigation, he uncovers dark family secrets that threaten to torpedo his budding relationship with Desire.
With the madness of Mardi Gras swirling around them, these characters collide in unexpected ways. Will Father Alphonso survive Jacque’s wrath? Will Tony catch the killer, and will his marriage survive his illicit affair? And will Wyatt find lasting love with Desire, or risk everything by revealing her father’s forbidden love triangle?

Buckle up and prepare for a wild plot-twisting ride through the haunted and deadly streets of the City of Spirits.

City of Spirits is Book 2 of Eric Wilder's intoxicating French Quarter Mystery series set in that 'exotic, erotic Mecca known as New Orleans.

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    French Quarter Mystery
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"Wilder has created an eclectic cast of characters befitting the city of New Orleans. His quick, snappy dialogue matches perfectly against a plot filled with twists and turns. . . it all culminates with an event that ties the characters together and will leave readers breathless." -U.S. Review of Books

About the Author

Eric Wilder grew up about a mile from Black Bayou in Louisiana. He is the author of the Wyatt Thomas French Quarter Mystery Series, and the Buck McDivit Mystery Series. Though he mainly writes mysteries, he is also the author of four best-selling regional cookbooks, including Southern Comfort Food Cookbook, sprinkled liberally with stories and tall tales. He now lives in Edmond, Oklahoma where he continues to pen mysteries while thinking about his next bowl of gumbo.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B007XAMUIU
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Gondwana Press
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 24, 2012
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 866 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 353 pages
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  • Book 2 of 15 ‏ : ‎ French Quarter Mystery
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Eric Wilder is an American author known for his gripping mystery novels set in New Orleans. He was born and raised in Louisiana, where he discovered his love for storytelling at a young age. After completing his education, Wilder spent several years in the oil and gas industry before pursuing a career as a writer.

Wilder's breakthrough came with the publication of Big Easy which introduced readers to his signature blend of suspense, action, and local color. The book was an instant success, drawing critical acclaim and a devoted following. Wilder followed up with a collection of thrillers set in the heart of New Orleans.

Wilder's writing is characterized by his deep knowledge of the city and its unique culture, as well as his skillful use of suspense and plot twists to keep readers on the edge of their seats. His books have been praised for their authenticity, vivid descriptions, and compelling characters.

Today, Eric Wilder is a respected author with a loyal fanbase and a reputation for delivering topnotch thrillers that transport readers to the heart of New Orleans. His works include the French Quarter Mystery series, the Paranormal Cowboy series, the Oyster Bay Mystery series, and many other titles. He continues to write and publish new material.

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Customers enjoy this paranormal mystery thriller for its engaging characters and realistic writing. Moreover, the book is full of surprises, with one customer highlighting its spooky tales of voodoo. Additionally, customers appreciate the pacing, with one noting how it portrays New Orleans authentically.

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34 customers mention "Readability"34 positive0 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, with one mentioning they loved every single chapter, and several noting it's as fun as the previous book in the series.

"It was a good read , am regretful that I need that read them in order of the sequels." Read more

"Great read. Love dories with New Orleans as backdrop. All places mentioned in the story are right on. Enjoyed reading" Read more

"Good read. I have read several in the series and so far my favorite has been Big Easy...." Read more

"...This is a world apart in so many ways. Good book." Read more

16 customers mention "Suspenseful"16 positive0 negative

Customers find the book suspenseful, describing it as fascinating and full of surprises, with one customer highlighting the spooky tales of voodoo and another noting how the author describes places and people with passion.

"Interesting but predictable in places. Better editing is needed throughout...." Read more

"...are well developed and the incredible plot is clever and full of surprises. Well done!" Read more

"...If you like mystery, suspense, and paranormal reads, this one is definitely up your alley—you won’t be disappointed." Read more

"A really interesting strange story without a happy ending. Lots of surprises, twists and turns...." Read more

11 customers mention "Character development"9 positive2 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"extremely entertaining and riveting. I really enjoyed ALL of the characters. Looking forward to reading more of your work. ." Read more

"New Orleans is a beautiful City to experience . I enjoyed the characters in this novel and their dilemmas and how they are inter twined. Keep writing." Read more

"I think Eric Wilder is an amazing writer! The characters are well developed and the incredible plot is clever and full of surprises. Well done!" Read more

"...read "Big Easy" which introduced the reader to an engaging cast of characters that left me wanting more, I had to get Book II..." Read more

7 customers mention "Writing quality"7 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, noting its realistic style and ability to capture quirky elements.

"I think Eric Wilder is an amazing writer! The characters are well developed and the incredible plot is clever and full of surprises. Well done!" Read more

"...Eric Wilder shows genuine mastery of writing as he weaves a New Orleans style tale of paranormal suspense of a forbidden love triangle that will..." Read more

"...The author captures the quirky, weird vibe that is New Orleans with a hint of danger and urban grit...." Read more

"Especially if you are interested in New Orleans, pretty well written holds your interest until the end. I would recommend this book." Read more

5 customers mention "Pacing"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the pacing of the book, with one noting how it portrays New Orleans authentically, while another mentions the beautiful city setting.

"New Orleans is a beautiful City to experience . I enjoyed the characters in this novel and their dilemmas and how they are inter twined. Keep writing." Read more

"Great read. Love dories with New Orleans as backdrop. All places mentioned in the story are right on. Enjoyed reading" Read more

"I've read two of these and so far they seem to portray new Orleans true. I've enjoyed both but was partial to the first for some reason...." Read more

"...Wilders characters are very real life not phony." Read more

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  • Cheryl Dobi Arrasmith
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating
    Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2025
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    New Orleans is a beautiful City to experience . I enjoyed the characters in this novel and their dilemmas and how they are inter twined. Keep writing.
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  • cavewoman
    4.0 out of 5 stars This book has just about everything
    Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2023
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    A flawed hero, a police officer having a midlife crisis, a very twisted family, a vicious villian, voodoo, and more than one big twist at the end. All of this is happening in New Orleans during Mardi Gras.

    I have read a couple of other books in this series and also enjoyed them.
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  • Michaelene Noel
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! So many twists...I'm hooked!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2024
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    I think Eric Wilder is an amazing writer! The characters are well developed and the incredible plot is clever and full of surprises. Well done!
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  • JC Brennan
    5.0 out of 5 stars So many various layers you as if you’ll losing your mind! You'll love this
    Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2016
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    A twisted web of lies, deceit, and adultery, mixed with an old, powerful, voodoo curse from a powerful mambo, throws some lives into a spin. FBI’s most wanted, a priest, a prestigious millionaire, a cop, a sexy model, a defrocked priest, and a couple of mambo’s lives are hurled into a whirlwind of ‘who did it,’ ‘cat and mouse’ game that is lethal.
    Eric Wilder shows genuine mastery of writing as he weaves a New Orleans style tale of paranormal suspense of a forbidden love triangle that will blow your mind!
    This book has so many various layers you as if you’ll losing your mind. However, stick with it, it’s a fantastic read. I have never read anything quite like it. Eric does a magnificent job of taking his readers into the festive, craziness of Marti Gras while taking them into a world of the spirits and lives of those who have secrets that are real killers.
    If you like mystery, suspense, and paranormal reads, this one is definitely up your alley—you won’t be disappointed.
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Y
    Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2017
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    Good read. I have read several in the series and so far my favorite has been Big Easy. As a New Orleans native , I especially enjoy reading about so many familiar things and places !
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  • joan bartlett
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fat Tuesday
    Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2023
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    A really interesting strange story without a happy ending. Lots of surprises, twists and turns. There were a few loose ends which I hope will continue in book three.
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  • John A. Brissette
    3.0 out of 5 stars Great Detective Story with a hint of Voodoo
    Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2012
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    I love New Orleans and consider it an adopted home away from home. Of course with its old world charm, spooky tales of days of voodoo and its exotic feel it is the perfect setting for a mystery. The author captures the quirky, weird vibe that is New Orleans with a hint of danger and urban grit. Toss in the spooky underpinnings that run through the city and you have a great fast read! Enjoy.
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  • Carla
    5.0 out of 5 stars I'm so glad I did
    Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2015
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    Once again Eric Wilder takes you on a roller coaster of intrigue set in that exotic, erotic mecca known as New Orleans. Having read "Big Easy" which introduced the reader to an engaging cast of characters that left me wanting more, I had to get Book II (City of Spirits) in this series. I'm so glad I did. While oftentimes, a second book falls flat, this one did not. Eric Wilder is a master at interweaving numerous plots and speeding you along through twists and turns as they all meld together to culminate in yet another great read. On to "Primal Creatures" Book III in the series and I'm sure I won't be disappointed.
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  • Ginger
    3.0 out of 5 stars Hm. Not sure about this. Lots of light and lots of shadows. Would give it 2,5 stars.
    Reviewed in Germany on December 15, 2022
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    This is the second book in the French Quarter Mystery Series and I liked it a little better than the first one. Not sure, though, if I will read the next one. Good things first: The author seems to know New Orleans pretty well, he describes the places, food and scenery lively and I loved every bit of it. Second thing that kept me going: The story is nice, with enough suspense and it never gets boring. Why only 2 and a half stars, then? Well, the people in the book act strangely, at least for me. More often than not I kept rereading several parts because I thought, I missed a clue or something, but I never did. I could not once comprehend, why the characters did the things they did, be it making love, praying, or anything else. During the first book I was not sure if it was the New Orleans Spirit (never been there, but would love to) I am not familiar with. But in the second book I recognised it had to do with the writing. The author never describes any feelings, so you just don't get into touch with the characters, they stay hollow and strange throughout the whole book. I wish there had been a good editor to draw the autors attention to this. It would have been a real great series.
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