It Was Her House First tells the story of Ronnie, a grieving woman who uses her inheritance to buy a run down mansion sight unseen. Her arrival stirs up more than just dust and decay, it awakens the spirits and fury of previous occupiers. The line between the living and the dead is blurred, and a visit from someone with a connection to the house sets a deadly game in motion.

This is the first book I’ve read by this author and it certainly won’t be the last! The scene setting in this is next level, it’s atmospheric and creates an amazing visual of this haunted mansion. Each and every character is written so well, there’s a clear distinction between the points of view and the different eras they’re from.

Thank you so much to NetGalley for this advanced copy and for introducing me to a new author!

Ronnie is trying to mend a broken heart by restoring an old house. Unfortunately, for her, the house is already occupied by the ghost of its previous owner, a woman dangerous in life who has become even more sinister after death. If you’re a fan of haunted house thrillers then this is the book for you.

There are so many things I love about this book. From the characters both living and dead to the mysteries that unravel as Ronnie settles into her haunted home, "It Was Her House First" checks off the boxes for me with a compelling narrative that keeps your attention through its multiple POV's and fast-paced plot.

In this chilling supernatural thriller, the line between life and death blurs in a haunting cliffside mansion that has claimed countless victims. Ronnie Mitchell, a grieving woman, buys the decrepit house with plans to renovate, unaware of its bloody past. But the malevolent spirit of Venita Rost, a silent film star with a vengeful streak, has other plans. As Ronnie’s world unravels, she’s forced to confront both the deadly wrath of Venita and a living man with a secret tie to the mansion.

With atmospheric tension, unexpected twists, and a gripping mix of psychological suspense and supernatural terror, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat. A must-read for fans of haunted houses and the eerie intersection between the living and the dead.