The Ghost of Greyson Hall – A Historical Romance Mystery by MK McClintock

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Oct 2, 2023
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The Ghost of Greyson Hall by MK McClintock invites readers into a story filled with romance, mystery, and old-world intrigue across dual times. Set within the walls of Greyson Hall, the novel introduces Lady Grace Canterbury and a heroic Highlander as secrets begin to surface and the past refuses to stay buried. Below, enjoy an excerpt from the book along with a behind-the-scenes look through an author interview.

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The Book At a Glance

Genre: Historical Romance Mystery
Setting: Greyson Hall, Northumberland (1782 and 1892)
Tone: Atmospheric, romantic, suspenseful
Themes: Secrets, legacy, love
Best for: Readers who enjoy historical settings and romance with a touch of mystery

About the Book

The Ghost of Greyson Hall

Once a year, an ancient secret walks the corridors of Greyson Hall, a place shrouded in mystery and whispered legend.

When Devon Clayton inherited the stately mansion in England’s wild north from his uncle, he never imagined what secrets lurked within its walls, hidden for centuries. When his friends and brothers join him for the holiday, the British Agents and their families discover that their most unusual case will bring new meaning to Christmas spirit.

They must now unravel a century-old mystery if they are to save a love that transcends time.

A long novella set in Northumberland in December 1782 and 1892.

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The Ghost of Greyson Hall, a novella by MK McClintock

Below, enjoy an excerpt from The Ghost of Greyson Hall along with an author interview that offers a closer look at the story, its characters, and the inspiration behind the book.

Excerpt from

The Ghost of Greyson Hall

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Prologue

In the year of 1782, among the snow-dusted hills of Northumberland, Lady Grace Canterbury of Greyson Hall disappeared.

Rumors abounded. She ran away with her Highland lover, leaving her husband and son behind. Others speculated on her declining health, claiming she’d gone away to die in solitude when the fever and pain overcame her body and mind. Those who knew her never believed the gossip and resolved through the years that ruffians kidnapped her at the command of her jealous husband.

No one ever learned the truth. Lady Canterbury vanished.

She’d left behind an infant son, who had barely found comfort in his mother’s arms. A fair-haired and handsome boy who resembled his mother in coloring, including the eyes, ice blue and startling cold if it had not been for the spray of thick, black lashes.

Before the birth, Lord Spencer Canterbury had shared with her how he longed for a fair-haired daughter who looked like her mother. However, when their son made his first appearance, she saw her husband’s joy in knowing it was a strong and healthy boy who would one day inherit the title and become master of their vast estate.

How does such a lady vanish without leaving a remnant of evidence?

For more than a century, the truth remained a mystery. Lady Canterbury became a faded memory, a story to entertain and bewilder at celebrations and gatherings. For generations, speculation continued. Descendants of the family attempted to unravel the mystery of the eighteenth-century puzzle, alas to no avail. Few took the matter seriously—after all, it was long before their time—and the image of a graceful beauty with hair as pale as the risen moon and eyes the color of waves on the sea faded into history.

Author Interview

Q&A with MK McClintock about the inspiration, characters, and story behind The Ghost of Greyson Hall.

What inspired this story, and why a ghost?

Greyson Hall, the hero's home in book three of the series (standalone books) inspired The Ghost of Greyson Hall. I didn't know any of the details, but I knew the house and I still had a journey to finish. Why? I honestly don't know. As for a ghost, well, it is not so much a ghost story, but rather a tale of love that features a ghost. You'll know what I mean when you meet Lady Grace Canterbury and the wonderful characters who made telling her story possible.

What did you enjoy most about writing in the different time periods?

1892 followed book three chronologically, so it's a familiar time. The original story plan did not include a second time period, but when I started the book, I realized that in order to tell Grace Canterbury's story the way she deserved, I needed to go back in time to when she lived. I tried two other periods before settling on 1782, and when I did, it immediately felt right. Jumping from one year to the next, the ghost's present to the lady's present, kept me fully engaged. I will definitely be doing it again.

Are there recurring themes in your books?

Portraying strong and brave women has always been a focus in my writing, but I also like to convey the love and admiration they have for chivalrous men who want to take care of the women they love. It's important that there be mutual respect between the hero and heroine in every book, even if they have to work hard to get there. Also, the good guys always win, and the bad guys always get their comeuppance.

Do you have a favorite character in this book? The series?

No, to both. I truly love all the characters. Although there is one scene with the ghost and one of the agents that still makes my heart skip a couple of beats when I think of them.

If you were to genre-hop, which genres would you most like to try writing?

I already genre-hop! This book is part of a Victorian romance mystery series, and I also write historical western romance and western mystery. Under another pen name, I write romantic suspense and small-town contemporary romance. I'm never bored with whatever I happen to be writing, but I am someone who needs some variety, if for no other reason than to give my brain a new challenge.

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About The Author

MK McClintock is an award-winning author of historical romantic fiction about chivalrous men and strong women who appreciate chivalry. Growing up on a picturesque ranch in Colorado with escapes in later years to New England and Scotland, she has cultivated a deep love for storytelling and breathtaking landscapes. Her stories of romance, mystery, and adventure sweep across the American West to the Victorian British Isles with places and times between and beyond. She also writes contemporary when she's in the mood.

Residing in the northern Rocky Mountains, MK finds inspiration in the tranquility of her surroundings. You can find her online at www.mkmcclintock.com.

"I prefer readers to get to know my characters and their stories, for they are far more interesting than I am."

You can find her online at www.mkmcclintock.com.

Also by MK McClintock

MK McClintock's works include the Montana Gallagher, Crooked Creek, British Agent, and Whitcomb Springs series. She has also written A Home for Christmas, a heartwarming collection set in 1800s Montana, Wyoming, and Colorado, and The Case of the Copper King, a romantic and adventurous western mystery set in 1899 Colorado. Christmas in the Rockies is her collection of contemporary small-town, second-chance holiday romances.

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Title: The Ghost of Greyson Hall

Original Publication: October 3, 2023

Publisher: Trappers Peak Publishing

Genre: Historical Romance Mystery

Series: British Agent Series, book four (stand-alone)

Media Type(s): E-book, paperback, large print, hardcover

Type: Long Novella

Content Rating: Moderate (PG-PG-13): Romance, a touch of mystery or suspense, and some violence. There is no sex, but there are sensual kisses and moments.

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