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Demon House: The Haunting of Demler Mansion (Penny Wright Book 3) Kindle Edition

by A.N. Willis (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 417 ratings

Penny Wright faces the ghost of a serial killer in this unputdownable paranormal mystery.

Some fates are worse than death.

Demler Mansion has seen its share of darkness. In 1995, serial killer Edmund Demler set a fire there, ending his own life. A quarter century later, urban explorers break into the old ruin. They find a once-grand house now falling into decay—blackened walls, broken furniture, echoes that sound like voices. Then, something far more terrifying finds them.

After this latest tragedy, medium Penny Wright arrives to investigate. She’s now part of a team of para-sensitives—sent by the mysterious Mercury Group—charged with ridding Demler Mansion of its haunting. From her first moments inside the house, Penny suspects that the spirit of Edmund Demler has never left.

But there’s an even darker secret behind the murders that no one suspects. Penny finds herself in another killer’s sights. To survive, she’ll have to confront the most shocking truth of all: what really happened at Demler Mansion.

Note to readers: This suspenseful paranormal thriller can be enjoyed as a standalone.

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    Penny Wright
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Cold surged through Penny's body. The light blinded her.
Everything turned white, and then to black.
She was falling away into a dream. Into the darkest of memories.

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"This series just keeps getting better every time....I love how this story involves a murder mystery along with a haunting. So much action and a mystery that had me stumped until the amazing ending." -Read All About It, Goodreads ★★★★★

"This book was highly anticipated by me, and I was not disappointed!" Katy, Goodreads ★★★★★

"AMAZING READ. This book gave me all the feels, I was scared, I cried, I felt all the love. This is the first of the Penny Wright stories I've read and I'm definitely going back to read the others." Jennifer, Goodreads ★★★★★

"Wow! A grim paranormal ghost story with suspenseful twist and turns....Oh, man I was glued to my seat." Margaret, Goodreads ★★★★★

"This was my absolute favorite book of this series....This book was action packed and full of paranormal experiences. It was super intense and kept me on the edge of my seat." Heather, Goodreads ★★★★★

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Excerpt from DEMON HOUSE:

They rounded the side of the building, and Kacey switched on her headlamp. The house looked different from the back. Soot blackened the stone around several windows on the second floor. A ragged tarp covered part of the roof, edges flapping in the nighttime breeze.

A cold blast of air flew over the lake and pushed against their backs, speeding them along. At a back door, Hannah used a pair of bolt cutters to snap the padlock. The door creaked open.

They went inside. A different sort of chill met them, the air dry and stale. Hannah walked ahead, lit up by Kacey's headlamp. Her shadow stretched out ahead of her. Dark spots stained the walls.

After wandering through several corridors and a kitchen, they came into a huge entrance hall filled with windows. Tattered velvet drapes hung on the walls. A chandelier made of deer antlers hung over their heads from a soaring ceiling. A grand staircase led up to the second floor.

This part of the house wasn't as damaged as Kacey had expected. The fire hadn't touched it. A few pieces of furniture remained, tipped over or broken; picture frames still held faded photos inside. Ross wandered around, taking stills and video of each relic.

"It's incredible, isn't it?" Hannah said reverently. "Sad, but regal."

Kacey tried to see what her sister was seeing. A sense of loneliness did permeate the house. It was like a film negative, with the light and the dark switched—instead of feeling lived-in, the emptiness was the dominant feature.

This building still contained hints of the family that once lived here, the life they'd shared. Now, the home was shattered, a literal representation of the terrible things that Edmund Demler had done.

Kacey's feet shuffled against the marble floor, and the soft sounds became whispers in her imagination.

Wait, wait, the whispers said.

"They were all runaways," Hannah murmured. "The girls he killed."

Runaway girls. Like Hannah had been. Kacey felt a tug at her center, a mix of disgust and sadness.

Hannah spun in a slow circle, head craned back. "I can almost hear their voices. Like those girls are still here. Why is it his life people want to talk about, instead of theirs?"

She started up the staircase.

Kacey hesitated at the bottom, resting her hand on the elaborately carved railing. It was cold and smooth beneath her fingers. "Maybe we should leave now. We've seen enough, right?"

Ross passed her on his way up, watching everything through his screen. "We've barely gotten started."

Kacey hurried after them. The light from her headlamp bounced across the walls and flashed in a tarnished mirror. When she reached the second-floor landing, Hannah and Ross were halfway down the corridor.

Ross walked into one of the rooms, filming himself as he spoke to the camera.

"Do you hear that?" Hannah murmured. "Like...voices?"

Wait for me, the whispers said.

Fear gripped Kacey's throat, making it impossible to speak. What if there were squatters living here?

Or a killer. Like him. Edmund Demler.

Demler is dead, she reminded herself. Ghosts are just make-believe, like the stories Hannah used to tell. Her limbs felt heavy and stiff, but she kept moving.

The walls in the corridor were warped, darkened by soot. The fire. The floor creaked, and the boards made a brittle snapping sound.

Hannah walked into another room. Kacey heard Ross still talking to his camera next door. She hurried after her sister.

Charred pieces of furniture filled one corner of the room. A breeze wafted through the empty window frames, carrying the smell of smoke, though Kacey couldn't say if she was just imagining it. The scent was so fresh, like this room had burned only days ago instead of decades.

"We should go." The words came out like a croak.

Hannah didn't seem to hear. She stood in silhouette, facing the rotting wall. Its plaster surface had sloughed away, revealing wood and brick beneath. Beyond Hannah, the dim outlines of mountains stretched across the horizon. The moon gleamed, dotted with wisps of cloud.

Kacey's headlamp blinked and went out. Cursing, she pulled it from her head and knocked it against the heel of her hand. She tried switching it on and off, but the light wouldn't come back on. The room was still bright with moonlight, but everything had softened. Hannah's flashlight hung loose at her side, forming a meager pool of yellow on the ground.

Kacey shivered inside her coat. She stepped closer to her sister, halting in place when the floor creaked ominously. She stretched one foot forward, testing. The floorboards sagged toward the center of the room. Somehow, Hannah had avoided the weak spot. She was used to exploring ruins like this. But Kacey didn't feel safe.

"Hannah, we should go back. The floor—"

"He brought her here. But this isn't where she died."

Goosebumps pricked Kacey's skin. "What? Who?"

"Tina."

The breeze turned into a gust, stirring up blackened dust around the room. The whispering sounds crescendoed. Wait. Please, wait.

Hannah turned her head. Kacey followed her sister's gaze.

In the shadowy reaches of the space, something glowed. At first, it was a streak of silver. Kacey thought maybe it was a reflection from a mirror, or broken pieces of glass. But then the thing started growing. It was like the light of a train approaching in a tunnel. Getting brighter and brighter. She blinked, and spots danced before her eyes.

From the corridor, she heard Ross calling out for them. "Hey, where'd you go? Come on, you've got to see this." Kacey opened her mouth to reply, but no sound came out.

Ross's words repeated, yet this time they sounded tinny and distant. They'd come from the wrong direction, an echo—from that glowing smudge of silver across the room.

"Come on. You've got to see—"

That thing. That thing was speaking, using Ross's words.

This isn't happening, Kacey thought. This isn't happening.

Hannah crossed the room. She was going toward it. The silver thing moved to meet her. Reaching out.

Finally, Kacey's voice worked, though it was no more than a croak. "Don't," she said, instinctively backing up toward the doorway.

Saving myself, she would think later, ashamed. Like a freaking coward.

Hannah's boot fell through the floor. She went to her knee, though she didn't even cry out. For a split second, Kacey thought it was over. Just a close call.

But then a hole opened beneath her sister, and Hannah was gone.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09HY48BCS
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Observatory Books (January 6, 2022)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 6, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.3 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 354 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 417 ratings

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A.N. Willis writes gripping mysteries and paranormal thrillers, most with heavy doses of romance.

She also writes steamy romantic suspense and small town romance under the pen name Hannah Shield.

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Customers enjoy the book's storyline with its paranormal twists and turns, and one mentions being captivated from the beginning. Moreover, the book receives positive feedback for its readability, with one customer noting it gets more interesting with each chapter. Additionally, customers appreciate the character development and psychic abilities portrayed in the story.

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Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, particularly its paranormal twists and turns, with one customer describing it as a fast-paced thriller that had them captivated from the beginning.

"...The characters are engaging and the plot is terrific. While reading the first book, I found Penny to be questionable, given her hubris...." Read more

"What's not to like? This book had me captivated from the beginning...." Read more

"...She's on the trail of ghosts in a family's mansion. Scary, creepy & suspenseful. A.N. Willis has written another hit!" Read more

"...Fast-paced and intriguing, this book is a real page-turner. Highly recommended!" Read more

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Customers find the book readable and fantastic, with one customer noting that the story becomes more engaging with each chapter.

"4.5 Rounded to 5 This is my favorite of the series so far. What a wild ride! I have really loved this series so far...." Read more

"...This book had me captivated from the beginning. I really enjoyed reading about Penny and the team that she joined, all of whom had some type of para..." Read more

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My Favorite of the Series!
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My Favorite of the Series!
💧 Demon House is the third book in the series, but like Angel Eyes, it can be read as a stand-alone. 💧 This book was my favorite of the three books in the series. It is full of small town cover-ups in the midst of the deaths of four young people centered around Demler Mansion. As is often the case, the locals have more importance than runaways holed up at an all-girls camp, so the deaths were not investigated as the murders they end being. 💧 Penny is now part of the Mercury Group, headed by Anderson Green. The group consists of others like Penny and she is hoping that they can help her understand her abilities. As soon as the team enters Demler Mansion, they are swept into a world of paranormal activity that overtakes them until the culmination of events at the end. 💧 We see the story from when the deaths occurred in 1995 and how the paranormal beings are still haunting the mansion and grounds to this day. Demon House kept me on the edge of my seat with the twists and turns in the past and the present. Willis does such a great job describing the paranormal abilities that each character has and/or experiences. I felt like I was in the middle of every scene. 💧 Penny’s story is set to continue in a new series - the first book will be releasing later this year! Thank you Book Sirens and A. N. Willis for this gifted eARC in exchange for my honest review!
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  • DAVID
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Series
    Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2022
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    I just finished reading the first three books in the Penny Wright series, and I must say I’ve enjoyed the story so far. The characters are engaging and the plot is terrific.

    While reading the first book, I found Penny to be questionable, given her hubris. Why wouldn’t she want to move back to Ashton, when so many—her family, friends and, most importantly, Matthew—love her? I couldn’t stand her at first; I even considered discontinuing the series. But she evolved not only as a character, but as a human being, realizing that there are more important things than the big city, like family, friends—and love.

    Of course, Penny had her flaws, as protagonists should; however, overcoming those flaws, in my opinion, made her a character the reader can root for, rather than frown at.

    I eagerly await book four and Penny’s adventures with Mercury!
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  • Bookn.All.Night
    5.0 out of 5 stars This Series Just Keeps Getting Better.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2022
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    4.5 Rounded to 5

    This is my favorite of the series so far. What a wild ride! I have really loved this series so far. The author's writing style pulls you in and keeps you there.

    I love the paranormal investigation aspect that has been introduced with this one, as well as Zandra and Ben. The characters are well done and Penny's development with each book gets better and better. I can't wait to see where she goes and what she tackles next.

    This series is great for those looking to get into a paranormal thriller/mystery. If you're like me and you plan ahead for your Spooktober reads, add this series to your list. You won't be disappointed.

    I sincerely appreciate the publisher and BookSirens for providing me with a review copy. All opinions expressed herein are mine and mine alone.
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  • Catriona Lovett
    4.0 out of 5 stars I Like the Bad Boys -- Even When They're Dead
    Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2022
    This is the third book I've read in the Penny Wright series. All of them are complete stories, but they're better when read in order. I love this new story, chronicling Penny Wright's hazardous and never-dull life, as she continues to hone her talent of communicating with the dead.

    The development and mastery of her abilities and establishing relationships with the new and unusual members of The Mercury Group dominate this episode. The wholesome support of her family, and that of the love of her life, Matthew, are put on the back burner somewhat as she accepts her new assignment. I missed them, though.

    I found myself missing Matthew especially. Their couplehood answers my ingrained yearning for "and they lived happily forever after." The author keeps that promise very much in doubt, however, as she keeps putting Penny and everyone else in danger. Edmund is terrifying.

    He has powerful anger and powers of manifestation which make even Penny fear him, but I couldn't help rooting for Edmund. AN Willis is skillful at endowing her characters with likability and charisma, even the scary ones.

    Despite its core of love for the living and empathy for the plight of the dead, this isn't a cozy horror mystery. There are new and shocking events that will keep any horror aficionado riveted until the frightening conclusion.

    I was glad to be given an opportunity to read this advanced review copy of Demon House, courtesy of the author and BookSirens. My opinions are my own. I recommend this book to ghost story lovers!
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  • Debra M
    5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible
    Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2022
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    What's not to like? This book had me captivated from the beginning. I really enjoyed reading about Penny and the team that she joined, all of whom had some type of para sensitive capabilities. The town they go to has many secrets, especially in the Demler Mansion. Will the team resolve the haunting? Will there be any more unnecessary deaths? Great reading
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  • D.L.Kelly
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ghostly & scary
    Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2022
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    Another chapter in the life of Penny Wright, medium. She's on the trail of ghosts in a family's mansion. Scary, creepy & suspenseful. A.N. Willis has written another hit!
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  • L
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic paranormal mystery
    Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2022
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    I eagerly returned for the third installment in the Penny Wright series, and I wasn't disappointed. Not only does Penny begin to explore her abilities with the Mercury Group (and a new cast of characters), but she also gets closer than ever before to a vengeful ghost. Fast-paced and intriguing, this book is a real page-turner. Highly recommended!
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  • 2manybooks2littletime
    4.0 out of 5 stars My Favorite of the Series!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2022
    💧 Demon House is the third book in the series, but like Angel Eyes, it can be read as a stand-alone.
    💧 This book was my favorite of the three books in the series. It is full of small town cover-ups in the midst of the deaths of four young people centered around Demler Mansion. As is often the case, the locals have more importance than runaways holed up at an all-girls camp, so the deaths were not investigated as the murders they end being.
    💧 Penny is now part of the Mercury Group, headed by Anderson Green. The group consists of others like Penny and she is hoping that they can help her understand her abilities. As soon as the team enters Demler Mansion, they are swept into a world of paranormal activity that overtakes them until the culmination of events at the end.
    💧 We see the story from when the deaths occurred in 1995 and how the paranormal beings are still haunting the mansion and grounds to this day. Demon House kept me on the edge of my seat with the twists and turns in the past and the present. Willis does such a great job describing the paranormal abilities that each character has and/or experiences. I felt like I was in the middle of every scene.
    💧 Penny’s story is set to continue in a new series - the first book will be releasing later this year!

    Thank you Book Sirens and A. N. Willis for this gifted eARC in exchange for my honest review!
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    4.0 out of 5 stars
    My Favorite of the Series!

    Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2022
    💧 Demon House is the third book in the series, but like Angel Eyes, it can be read as a stand-alone.
    💧 This book was my favorite of the three books in the series. It is full of small town cover-ups in the midst of the deaths of four young people centered around Demler Mansion. As is often the case, the locals have more importance than runaways holed up at an all-girls camp, so the deaths were not investigated as the murders they end being.
    💧 Penny is now part of the Mercury Group, headed by Anderson Green. The group consists of others like Penny and she is hoping that they can help her understand her abilities. As soon as the team enters Demler Mansion, they are swept into a world of paranormal activity that overtakes them until the culmination of events at the end.
    💧 We see the story from when the deaths occurred in 1995 and how the paranormal beings are still haunting the mansion and grounds to this day. Demon House kept me on the edge of my seat with the twists and turns in the past and the present. Willis does such a great job describing the paranormal abilities that each character has and/or experiences. I felt like I was in the middle of every scene.
    💧 Penny’s story is set to continue in a new series - the first book will be releasing later this year!

    Thank you Book Sirens and A. N. Willis for this gifted eARC in exchange for my honest review!
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent story
    Reviewed in Canada on June 23, 2022
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    I enjoyed reading this book and my rating is a 5 star. I recommend this book. Never a dull moment. I was interested from beginning to end.
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  • Aaron Key
    5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Stonking Great Ghost Story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 6, 2022
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    I really enjoyed this creepy ghost story with a side helping of serial killer.
    From the very beginning you want to know what happened and why, and feel a lot of sympathy for all the ghosts involved. Because we are being told the story from the point of view of a ghost while she was alive sympathies grow and you appreciate the tragedy of the story even more but the thirst to know what happened makes the story a really gripping read.
    Do any of the great well-known ghost stories make this one inadequate in comparison? I don't think so.
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  • Linda
    5.0 out of 5 stars brilliant
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 6, 2022
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    I read all three books and I could not put them down had me on the edge of seat brilliant 👌
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  • C. Gault
    4.0 out of 5 stars Another good one
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 7, 2022
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    I love reading ghost stories, but know that if in real life I'd be terrified.
    Really enjoyed this one and the outcome.
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