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Garden of Forbidden Secrets: an absolutely gripping and highly addictive Wyatt Thomas New Orleans paranormal urban fantasy mystery thriller (French Quarter Mystery Series Book 7) Kindle Edition

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 111 ratings

So you want to play with magic?

There’s trouble in the French Quarter when a professional basketball player hires Wyatt and voodoo mambo Mama Mulate to help him exorcise a supernatural demon. Wyatt is thrilled to have a paying client, Mama, over the moon in lust for the handsome athlete. Things look rosy for the pair of paranormal investigators until the assignment dictates Wyatt travel back in time to antebellum New Orleans. Thrust headfirst into the middle of a dangerous situation, Wyatt must deal with a red-haired Irish witch named Aisling and avoid becoming a haunted torture room victim in the courtyard of the forbidden Lalaurie mansion.

Garden of Forbidden Secrets, Book 7 of Eric Wilder’s intoxicating French Quarter Mystery Series. If you haven’t yet discovered the series, grab one of the standalone novels and visit the Big Easy tonight. You might decide to stay awhile.

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"Wilder's fiction is like an icy-cold Hurricane slush on a hot, Louisiana day." CLARION REVIEW

About the Author

Born on a sleepy bayou, Louisiana Mystery Writer Eric Wilder grew up listening to tales of ghosts, magic, and voodoo. He's the author of twelve novels, four cookbooks, many short stories, and Murder Etouffee, a book that defies classification. His two series feature private investigators adept in the investigation of the paranormal. He lives in Oklahoma, near historic Route 66 with wife Marilyn, three wonderful dogs, and one great cat.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07L27ZDQ6
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Gondwana Press (March 1, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 1, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 961 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 325 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 111 ratings

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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 the book. They appreciate the author's writing and look forward to more books in the series. The book is described as an enjoyable read, though some readers got a bit annoyed with one character.

"...Still, I definitely recommend this book and the whole series. Very enjoyable...." Read more

"Another intriguing book in this series placed in the fascinating city of New Orleans!..." Read more

"It was a good book I got a little annoyed with one of the characters or two. But still well written, an keeps your attention...." Read more

"...I have re-read all of the French Quarter Mysteries; they are so good. I was excited this one came out and eagerly wait for number 8." Read more

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"...All of the characters were likable except Aleda/Aisling her personality kept changing and just made her really unlikable...." Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2019
    I have enjoyed all of he books in the French Quarter Mystery series with Wyatt Thomas. Mr. Wilder does a great job weaving many layers of characters and culture into his stories. The main character is the city of New Orleans and I love that I’m transported to many of my favorite parts of the Quarter when I read these books. The only thing I didn’t love was the Eddie Toledo part of the story. I would’ve enjoyed it more if it wound together with Wyatt’s part, but it didn’t at all. While interesting, it felt like filler. Still, I definitely recommend this book and the whole series. Very enjoyable. On a side note, I’d love to know which bar is the inspiration for Bertrum’s Bar on Chartres.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2019
    Another intriguing book in this series placed in the fascinating city of New Orleans! The characters are great and the setting is perfect for exciting and unusual activities. This has developed into a great series by Wilder, and I look forward to more.
    5 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2019
    I really enjoy all the Wyatt Thomas mysteries; the characters are all very juicy! I found that the secondary story line with Eddie a little lacking this time around. I wanted more!!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2021
    This is the first book I have read by Eric Wilder. I have been wanting to read this series for a while. I love New Orleans, especially the abundant history that can be learned during a guided tour of the cemeteries. The author did a great job with the setting and the characters. I actually felt as if I was back in the Big Easy with the characters. It took time for me to read the book because I am a chicken, afraid of things that go bump in the night, so I started reading long before my bedtime. It was a great story and one I discovered I could read in the night.

    What I liked most about this book were the mystery and suspense. I was disappointed each time I had to stop reading. The best part is the mystery and suspense last all the way until the end. The only part of the story I rushed past was the treasure hunt. I have to admit, I did not find those characters as interesting and entertaining. All I wanted to do was stay with Wyatt, Adela, Taj, and Mama. I even enjoyed the time travel and the characters there. Some of the words shocked me because I was not expecting them, but when put in the context of the historical time, the shock wore off.

    Although I started at the end of the series, the story was complete. I never felt I was missing anything. I will definitely read more in this series.
    3 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2021
    It was a good book I got a little annoyed with one of the characters or two. But still well written, an keeps your attention. Love love love this series.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2020
    You can never go wrong with a Wyatt Thomas book. This one will stop and make you think. Eric Wilder knocked it out of the park with this one.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2019
    I am absolutely in love with Wyatt, Mama, and all the others characters! I have re-read all of the French Quarter Mysteries; they are so good. I was excited this one came out and eagerly wait for number 8.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2021
    I had a really hard time fully getting into and staying into this book. I could easily put it down and get sidetracked on other things, and that's very unusual when I've got a book in my hand...especially most of Eric's. The whole Eddie story was a little confusing and over the top to me, I didn't see much benefit yet. However I'm hoping it leads either to a book of it's own or even a new series. All of the characters were likable except Aleda/Aisling her personality kept changing and just made her really unlikable. Anyway none of this was a real deal break because I'm off to read the next. Later friends ✌
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