She needed a creative haven; she got a house with its own agenda.
An autumn stormthe likes of which should never happen in Sonoma Countyplunges the residents of a neglected Victorian into a struggle against unquiet spirits, unraveling plans, and, worse, creeping water damage and black mold.
Eliza has a six-month plan: quit her building-manager gig, move her mom and cats to a less temperamental abode, and find a way to make a living doing what she really lovesdrawing comics.
Joey has a two-week plan: recover from a concussion, write a kick-ass report for his boss, and land a promotion that will give him a break from wealthy security clients whose toxic behind-the-scenes lives are bumming him out.
Unfortunately, Chaste Tree Cottage is becoming more dangerous by the minute. Can Eliza and Joey cobble together a new plan that will get them out of this hellhole before their growing attraction gives old ghosts just the opportunity they've been waiting for?
If you like banter, humorous family dynamics, competent protagonists, houses with a little too much history, and happily-ever-afters that include decent career prospects, try Nothing to Fear! Heat level: toast your marshmallow without charring it.