4.5 stars

I wasn't quite sure what to expect going into this book, but I had heard good things about it, so I was excited to check it out. It did not disappoint! It quickly pulled me in. Numerous unexpected twists make this a page turner. Timeline transitions are seamless, and there is the perfect mix of history and mystery. This is a fun adventure for those seeking escape from reality, and the ending leaves the reader excited for the next installment.

I liked the concept of this book and the way they infused popular songs into it, however, this book wasn't executed well. This book came on my radar when the authors were guests on a popular talk show, and I loved listening to them talk about the book; unfortunately, I enjoyed that more than the book itself.

10/10 I loved this book so much!!! I could not put it down once I picked it up! It is amazing and draws you in until you wholeheartedly drown in the plot!

Captivating! Great storytelling by the husband and wife team of R.J. Halbert. Looking forward to the next one in the series!

Took a while to finish this book due to life, but read in basically two sittings!
A very intriguing supernatural/sci-fi book about a family who move to a new house that has some very strange things happening to people who live in the house (or used to live in the house). Feels a little similar to some of Stephen King/ Dean Koontz stories but nowhere near as dark

Some of the supernatural events are explained away, some of it is left for future books in the series - speaking of which there is a 2 page teaser for the next book in the series which seems to be set in a completely different story line so it will be interesting to see how these two evolve.
A couple of the characters have hints of things to come so pretty intriguing.

I was fortunate to get an ARC copy of this book but would recommend it buying it and future editions.

A page-turner that will pull at your heartstrings. A tale that integrates a fictionalized version of the author’s story blended with supernatural events that are tied to the past. A book that serves as a beacon of hope for others to keep dreaming. Caretaker guides you on the adventure that you’ve been waiting for to escape reality. So, dive in, explore, and allow your imagination to have no limit. R.J. Halbert is only getting started and so is The Goodpasture Chronicles.

Caretaker is a riveting story that will draw you in from the beginning! R.J. Halbert does an amazing job at setting the backstory and creating suspense that makes me so excited for the next books in the Goodpasture Chronicles! Truly a page turner that you will not want to put down.

“The Story Has Just Begun…”
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Just finished #Caretaker by @r.j.halbert the first book in #TheGoodpastureChronicles Book Trilogy 📖
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Book 1 takes us on a journey following the Keane family as they move from Boston to a small New Hampshire community and discover their new home (surrounded by fog) has more to it then they anticipated!! 🏠
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Caretaker starts and ends with history that weaves together with the present storyline and we will find out more in Book 2!
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Each member of the family has experiences with the house and blends very well with the story. Lots of mystery, suspense, and emotions are found in the book. I loved how each family member had their own moment in the story and really enjoyed the son’s (Zach) way of thinking and finding ways to help his mother during a difficult and mysterious connection to the house and how to problem solve!
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The story has a small town feel, but also a grand adventure and psychological elements to it. The characters are very well written including the Keane Family, Town Folks, our mystery Caretaker of the house, and of course the house itself!!
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If you’re a fan of history, supernatural elements, and close family connections, then #Caretaker is for you!! 📚
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Make sure to pick up a copy on May 7 from your favourite #bookstore 🌫️

Caretaker to me is one of those books when you keep saying. "Just one more chapter!"
Looking for a new atmosphere to raise a family, each having their own obstacles to conquer. I fell in love with this family and found myself rooting for them. They found the house of their dreams or did the house find them? These authors seamlessly go between timelines making a reader eagerly awaiting and excited for the next event to come. There is history, mystery, suspense and even a little therapy! I can't put this book in just one category because it checked so many boxes. There is also a special twist for those digital readers!

Unfortunatwly this book wasn't for me, I didn't enjoy the pace of it or the writing style. Is a case of is me not the book, I guess!

I love a good supernatural thriller, and Caretaker did not disappoint. It kept me on my toes all the way through. There were twists I never even guessed were coming. Definitely a page turner!