3.5/5 stars

This was a interesting historical fiction with light romance, a mystery and a haunted manor. I enjoyed the interactions between the two main characters Beatrix, a fake medium who finds out she has powers, and James, a scientist with a past that debunks spiritualists for a living. It definitely had gothic romance feels without even though the romance was very light. The central of the story was the character's interesting pasts as well as the haunted manor. There were definite paranormal aspects to the story and at times horror bits that were specific and gruesome. So squeamish fans beware! Overall, I enjoyed this supernatural, paranormal ghost mystery with a bit of romance thrown in.

*Thank you so much to Serial Box and NetGalley for allowing me the opportunity to read this digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.

2 stars. This started out somewhat entertaining and then it became annoying and I quickly lost interest. Too cliché and uninspiring. Review to come.

Due to being a high school English teacher, I am often behind on writing reviews. Here is a summary of my initial thoughts.

Thoroughly enjoyable short read.
Turned out to be a much more gruesome Victorian horror novel than I anticipated in the beginning, and also I've found this to be quite well written.
I didn't even mind the "insta-love" as much as I usually do.. I think this was quite nice for what it was - a short read with some spooky elements.

I did not like how this was split up into different episodes because I wanted more of it right away! I liked both of the main characters and thought the horror/hauntiness level was just right.

This was something different. It's a ghost story told in episodes, written by a team of writers. I went into it expecting a traditionally written book and maybe that's why it fell flat for me. The first episode completely swept me in, with an intriguing heroine and setting and a genuinely chilling moment that I didn't expect. I loved that first chapter, but after that it was just a gothic romance set in a haunted house. I was more intrigued by the vendors selling souvenirs outside the gates than I was by the ghosts. I imagine that it works better as an audiobook or for someone who wants to make their way through books at a measured pace.

This book is a historical, paranormal, horror set in 1800's London. Beatrix Greene makes her living by pretending to be a medium and conducting seance's. Beatrix meets James Walker at a lecture he gives debunking spiritualists. He asks her to come to his family's supposedly haunted estate and conduct a seance. Little did they know all hell would break loose and have them fighting for their lives.

I'm not sure why this book has episodes instead of chapters when it reads like a regular book. There were a few typos but nothing major. It is a typical paranormal ghost story with some creepy factor. I wasn't wowed but it held my interest throughout. The ending was satisfying and complete enough to be a stand-alone but easily have a sequel and continue her story.

I recommend this to anyone who likes historical paranormal and horror but for adults 18+ only.

I really loved the way this book was formatted, the episode style was very well done and it let the suspense through the book grow evenly throughout the whole story. This book is spunky and full of adventure, it was just a little on the cheesy side for me and I think that comes from the idea that it is your classic haunted house novel.

A thoroughly enjoyable gothic horror filled with suspense, romance, and intense creepiness. Beatrix, a spiritual medium, is hired to investigate an allegedly haunted mansion. Convinced it is a ploy to prove she is a fraud, Beatrix charges an exorbitant price for her services. As the newly formed crew begin their investigation, they encounter a vengeful spirit intent on terror.
Incredibly tense and spooky, The Haunting of Beatrix Greene is an excellent start to a new series.

Thank you to Netgalley and the Publisher for the opportunity to read and review this title. All opinions and mistakes are my own.

This was an OK read and enjoyable in places but ultimately I was disappointed with how the story progressed.

Beatrix Greene pretends to be a genuine spiritual medium, and she is actually quite convincing but ultimately a fraud (or is she…) James Walker is a scientist who devotes his time to exposing fake mediums such as Beatrix so she is wary when he approaches her; but rather than trying to expose her James wants her to visit the apparently haunted Ashbury Manor and prove the presence of ghosts either way…

Sadly this wasn’t as spooky as I would hope and there was more romance than I was expecting and it was a little too swoony. Also I didn’t really feel any real connection to any of the characters. However it was a quick, fun read and I love any book which is set during the Victorian era obsession with mediums/séances/haunting etc. so this ticked a few boxes but sadly not the scary read I was hoping for! Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the chance to read and review.

There were some very solid horror moments, but the relationship between Beatrix and James was ridiculously awkward and when they would start to ogle each other, it really took you away from the story. Romance doesn’t need to be forced into every single book, and often times, particularly in the horror genre, it only serves to detract from the story.

A true Victorian haunted house story. Not just merely a ghost story but a house, a lineage, haunted and cursed.
Beatrix Greene was a spiritualist, a self confessed phony, who told people what they wanted to hear. She have them solace that their dear departed loved ones were happy and well, simply toneasr their grief.
But a challenge, and a hefty pay check brought her to Ashbury Manor where she would learn ghost were real and evil lived.
This is my king of haunted house tale. Full of drama, family secrets, damnation, and the possibility of redemption.
Highly recommended.
I received this galley free in exchange for my honest and unbiased review from @Netgalley.

Beatrix Greene discovers her powers are real, yet the man who hired her continues to fight her, but he must believe her to defeat the evil spirit in his home. Hawkins has done a fabulous job of storytelling. The characters are humorous and exasperating, all of them coming to terms with their status in life and their relationships to others. I highly recommend this tale, the beginning of a series about a delightful character. I was fortunate to receive a digital copy from the publisher Serial Box through NetGalley.

I had such a wonderful time reading this book! I really enjoy both gothic and horror and this was a very enjoyable blend of both. It was scary, but kept pulling me through to find out what happened next. I loved it. I highly recommend it.

Enjoyed this book from the start suspense and horror its historical factors added to the story in a good way I think I look forward to reading more

This was a really good story. Beatrix pretends she is a spiritual medium, and a scientist, who owns a house wants to prove she is a fraud. However, this whole things turns into a scary situation for all involved.

This creepy tale is set in Victorian London. A group of characters spend the night in a house to decide if it is truly haunted. I loved the cast of eccentric characters! This story was honestly scary at times and kept me turning pages. Seances, malevolent spirits, and witty banter between clever characters made this a great story! Thanks to Net Galley and Serial Box for early access!

It had a great and spooky story, but I had a hard time getting into the writing style, so it took me forever to finish. It is the perfect book if you want something short and spooky.

This story was fun and exciting, hardening back to Shirley Jackson and similar authors. I love the plot between the skeptic and the spiritualist. It’s a fun dynamic and adds an extra layer to the story. As far as ghost stories go, this one was thoroughly thrilling, and has plenty of scares to keep even the bravest person up at night.

THE HAUNTING OF BEATRIX GREENE has too much going for it for me to rehash the story hear. It is a book to savor as you turn the pages far into the night. If that night happens to be on the stormy side, thunder crashing, lightning splitting the dark, the read will be enhanced.

The point of view in this tale alternates seamlessly from Beatrix Greene to James Walker and back again. Rather than being divided into chapters, we are told that this is season one and each chapter is an episode. The author of the episode is credited in each. So, not only do we have seamless alternation of viewpoint, we have seamless intermingling of authors. I didn't realize until I was almost through the book that the multiple author thing was even happening. In short, these make for an incredible read.

Set in Victorian London, we are given a glimpse into the world of mediums and spiritualists which provided a living for women on their own. These three authors have written a book that is both compelling from a feminist standpoint and very atmospheric. Don't be surprised if the fine hairs on the back of your neck start to rise.

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Added at the time of posting my review to Amazon:

I have previously contacted the publisher that offers these complete books as ARCs for review purposes through NetGalley. At the time I accept the book for review, there is a page on Amazon for the complete book. Along with publication dates changing without notice (from January 7, 2021 to January 14, 2021), the new Amazon page turns out to be for a free sample of the book. My review is based on the complete story. I have read several books for this imprint with similar behind-the-scenes machinations. The premise of Serial Box seems experimental which, I believe, will result in the frustration of readers. Although the publication dates of which I am aware have past, I still find only this 24-page sample available.

In Victorian England, Beatrix Greene is known as a discreet and demure spiritual medium. She has the ability to contact the dead - or does she?

Scientist and sceptic James Walker decides to discredit mediums as frauds. However, he has an offer for Beatrix - to spend the night in the supposedly haunted Ashbury Manor and to deliver undisputed evidence of a vengeful spirit, or to discover whether these claims are true or not, and he’s willing to pay a handsome fee as well.

The money James offered can help Beatrix for her future plans even that means she has to outsmart him with her talent and make him believe she can really connect with dead souls. But can she be a talented actress to convince him he was wrong about her?
This is an entertaining, atmospheric gothic read which you can devour in one sitting.

Three brilliant authors have written this binge-worthy horror novella. I read it in one go and the story just flew. I wish there was more. Can't wait for the next episode.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for a digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.