Michelle Posted November 16, 2007 Share Posted November 16, 2007 In January 1998, a family of five moved into a flat on a small estate in Beeston, West Yorkshire. By November of the same year they had fled, with their lives and nerves in tatters. What happened to the Walkingtons during their time there to cause such a turn-around in what was once such a humorous, close family? In their own words, three of the five members of the Walkington family detail their lives at the time, their separate and shared unexplainable experiences and the emotions, opinions and consequences thrown up from their eleven terrible months back in 1998. Presented as a true account, written by three members of the family, this is a chilling book that will stay with you. This isn't what you'd expect from a 'haunted house' book.. it doesn't set out to be shocking or gory, nor is it full of the usual clichés. It simply reads like a genuine, believable tale. This were times when I wondered if the style was a little too 'dry' for a fiction book, reading like a report. However, I think it's particular style that makes it get to you. There were a few times I put the book down, wandered out to the bathroom, and found myself looking over my shoulder! It's creepy without you even realising it! The characters are also great, you can certainly imagine this very normal family going through these experiences, and suffering for them. The author says that alot of the book is based on her own experiences.. but it's up to you to decide what is, what isn't, and indeed what you believe. As a bonus, the book is a limited edition hardback, and is gorgeous - it even has one of those little built in ribbon bookmarks, which I wish every book did! If you're interested in haunted houses, ghosts, and the such, but get put off by 'over the top' horror books, you may just love this one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weave Posted November 16, 2007 Share Posted November 16, 2007 Hi Michelle, Great review! I really like the sound of the book, very much my kind of book, I am going to buy it real soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Echo Posted November 16, 2007 Share Posted November 16, 2007 Looks really great! I don't think it's available here in the U.S., though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Andrea~ Posted November 16, 2007 Share Posted November 16, 2007 Ooh that sounds great! I may have to put it on my birthday or Christmas list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weave Posted November 16, 2007 Share Posted November 16, 2007 Ooh that sounds great! I may have to put it on my birthday or Christmas list. Not long until your birthday... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudyB Posted November 16, 2007 Share Posted November 16, 2007 Thanks for the review Michelle - the book sounds really great and very creepy. It puts me in mind of that pretend documentary that Sarah Green did years and years ago one Halloween where they visited a very ordinary house that was haunted. It creeped me out for ages afterwards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Posted November 20, 2007 Author Share Posted November 20, 2007 Competition time.. there's a signed edition up for grabs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justme Posted November 27, 2007 Share Posted November 27, 2007 Being in the U.S, I hadn't even heard of this book. I'm going to have to find out if it's available here! Great review! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottishbookworm Posted November 27, 2007 Share Posted November 27, 2007 I've not heard of this book but I too have entered for a copy of it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Posted November 29, 2007 Author Share Posted November 29, 2007 For those of you not lucky enough to win the competition copy (and it's been a popular competition!), I'm negotiating some deals with Rebecca, just for members here. Stay tuned for final details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nici Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 That's good of you Michelle, thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R L Royle Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 Looks really great! I don't think it's available here in the U.S., though. Hi Echo and all in the U.S Hope you are all well over the pond! I am the author of Eleven Terrible Months and I just wanted to let you know that you can buy it via my website and I'll post it out for you all secure and fast! The Book Club Forum has now got a special discounted postal rate for you guys too so it won't break the bank. My web-designer is setting it up on www.doghorn.com so you can pay via paypal and that should be ready within the next 48 hours. I sign all books and my agent over there (Michele Rubin of Writer's House, NY) is hoping to catch onto a deal soon, so my name may be known over there one day and these self-published limited editions will be worth hanging onto! Thanks for all your posts and support, R L Royle x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteffieB Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 I'm psyched about this! I guess I'll just check back on the Dog Horn website, right? Thanks so much for the discount:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justme Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 Hi Echo and all in the U.S Hope you are all well over the pond! I am the author of Eleven Terrible Months and I just wanted to let you know that you can buy it via my website and I'll post it out for you all secure and fast! The Book Club Forum has now got a special discounted postal rate for you guys too so it won't break the bank. My web-designer is setting it up on www.doghorn.com so you can pay via paypal and that should be ready within the next 48 hours. I sign all books and my agent over there (Michele Rubin of Writer's House, NY) is hoping to catch onto a deal soon, so my name may be known over there one day and these self-published limited editions will be worth hanging onto! Thanks for all your posts and support, R L Royle x Wow! Now I have to get a copy!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Andrea~ Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 Not long until your birthday... Lol - Ive only just seen this. Thanks Gyre - sorry for the delayed reaction I did get it for my birthday and I'm only just reading it now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruth Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 That book sounds amazing - I am off to order it right now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Posted September 23, 2008 Author Share Posted September 23, 2008 Rebecca has left doghorn, and is travelling, so I'm not sure if it's still available.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LG1976 Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 I've just ordered this book from the doghorn website. Will let you know when it arrives - can't wait to read it. I don't usually pay this much for a book but thought I would treat myself as I just found out today that I am pregnant Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Posted September 23, 2008 Author Share Posted September 23, 2008 Oh, I'm glad there are still some copies available.. I do know it's a limited edition, but I'm not sure how many. And of course, congratulations. I think you should come and tell us in the What's Up Today? thread, so that this one doesn't go off topic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LG1976 Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 And of course, congratulations. I think you should come and tell us in the What's Up Today? thread, so that this one doesn't go off topic. Sowwy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruth Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I've just ordered this book from the doghorn website. Will let you know when it arrives - can't wait to read it. I don't usually pay this much for a book but thought I would treat myself as I just found out today that I am pregnant Sharon Congratulations!! I've ordered a copy as well, and am really looking forward to reading this one:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Andrea~ Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I think the dog horn limited editions are 1000 copies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LG1976 Posted September 27, 2008 Share Posted September 27, 2008 i received my copy today. i have book number 30 of 100 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Posted September 27, 2008 Author Share Posted September 27, 2008 Is it hardback or paperback? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LG1976 Posted September 27, 2008 Share Posted September 27, 2008 Is it hardback or paperback? hardback Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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