Hooray! The Harbor Pointe Series kicks off tomorrow with The Price of Atonement by Mae Clair!
If you haven’t picked up your copy yet, there’s still time to get it before it releases. You aren’t going to want to miss this story. My review follows the blurb.
BLURB
The Harbor Pointe Inn has loomed on California’s cliffs for generations of Hawthornes. For some, it’s been a blessing. For others, a curse. Travel through two centuries of stories to discover the old inn’s secrets.
Some hauntings come from within.
Leviticus Sinclair has been a broken man since the murders of his wife and brother. Burdened by personal failures the night they were killed, he occupies himself by crossing the country, searching out departed spirits unwilling to move from this world to the next. His dead brother’s Bible and a pocket watch—forever frozen at the precise moment of his wife’s death—serve as grim reminders of a past he cannot exorcise.
Accompanied by Wyatt Resnick, a paid employee who fills the role of researcher and hired muscle, Leviticus arrives at the Harbor Pointe Inn amid rumors of a vengeful ghost. A phantom who may be the single spirit he has long sought, one capable of freeing him from his torment.
Set in the remote Pacific Northwest of 1887, The Price of Atonement is a story of jealousy, guilt, and one man’s relentless quest for absolution.
REVIEW
The Price of Atonement: Harbor Pointe Series #1
By Mae Clair
“The Price of Atonement” kicks off the Harbor Pointe Series in the late 1800s. Leviticus has been traveling, seeking ghosts who won’t cross over since his wife and brother were killed. Wyatt accompanies him as his assistant and caretaker. They end up at the Harbor Inn. Here, the Hawthorne family has some secrets, including an angry ghost, and a terrified young mother. With Wyatt’s help, Leviticus tries to resolve their ghost issues while having to deal with his past. The setting was so beautifully described that it felt like I was another guest at the inn watching this unfold. The character’s depth, guilt, and human flaws had me rooting for a successful outcome for everyone. Although the story is a novelette, it is fast-paced and rich with historical details, making it impossible to put this well-written story down. I would love to see more stories with Leviticus and Wyatt on their ghost adventures. I can highly recommend this story.
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AUTHOR BIO
A member of the International Thriller Writers, Mae Clair is also a founding member and contributor to the award-winning writing blog, Story Empire. She has achieved bestseller status on both Amazon and Barnes & Noble, with several of her novels chosen as book club selections.
Mae writes primarily in the mystery/suspense genre, flavoring her plots with elements of urban legend and folklore. Married to her high school sweetheart, she lives in Pennsylvania and is passionate about cryptozoology, old photographs, a good Maine lobster tail, and cats.
Discover more about Mae on her website and blog at MaeClair.com
In mere three week’s Gwen Plano’s The Gift will follow. I will be posting my review. My story, The Destination, follows on Halloween with five more amazing stories to still enjoy. I will keep you posted.
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Ah, perfect timing. I’ll finish my current reads tonight.
That is perfect timing, Robbie. Happy reading!
Fantastic to hear, Robbie. I’m super excited, and hope you enjoy the story!
Big day for the Story Empire ladies.
It sure is, Craig 🙂
It is. Thank you, Craig!
I got my pre-order copy and looking forward to the read!
It’s a good one. Happy reading, Grant 🙂
Woo-hoo! I am so excited, Grant. Thank you for the awesome support. I hope you enjoy the tale!
I pre-ordered every book in the series, Denise, and this one should be delivered to my Kindle tomorrow. Can’t wait! Best of luck to ALL!!! 🤗❤️🤗
Thank you, Marcia. From all of us, thank you for your amazing support. You rock!
I pre-ordered each of these books, and should get my copy of this one tomorrow. Can’t wait! (If my response comes through twice, please accept my apology. I can’t tell what it’s doing.) Best of luck to ALL with this series! 😀 <3
Thank you so much, Marcia 🙂 Your support is appreciated! My comments can be touchy. No apologies necessary. Happy reading.
LOL! WordPress really has a mind of its own lately, Marcia. Thank you for your persistence (this is actually my second attempt at a reply). Thanks from all of us for you’re awesome support. You rock!
Great review, Denise. Definitely reading this one!
Thanks, Vera. One you don’t want to miss 🙂
Thanks so much, Vera. I’m delighted by Denise’s review, and hope you enjoy the story!
Tick tick tick… I’ve saved one of my KU slots for this one.
It’s finally here, Jacqui. Thank you for the slots and happy reading 🙂
I’m honored and thrilled to hear that, Jacqui. Thank you so much! I wish you happy reading.
I’m on board with this entire series. I haven’t preordered yet, but I plan to read them all. Best of luck to each of you.
Thank you, Pete:) Happy reading!
Thanks so much, Pete. We are all so excited about this series. It was quite an undertaking. I wish you happy reading!
Fabulous review Denise. I am looking forward to the release of this book.
Thanks, Balroop! I have a feeling you will enjoy it 🙂
Thank so much, my friend. I hope you enjoy the story. I loved diving into the time period and the setting!
Great review, Denise. I’m so excited for Mae (and for all of us). Can’t believe the time has finally arrived!
Thanks, Joan 🙂 It is SO exciting and finally here!
I love that all of the releases will happen close together, Joan. It will make fun reading for everyone. Thanks for celebrating my launch, and I agree Denise’s review is fabulous. I couldn’t be happier!
So excited to read this series! Looks I only have one more day before I get started – woohoo!
Yes, I’m so excited to kick it off tomorrow, Teri:)
I’m doing a happy dance hearing that, Teri. I can’t believe release day has finally arrived, and am so excited to be kicking off the series for the group!
I’ve ordered my copy. Can’t wait.
You’ll enjoy it, Sandra 🙂 xo
YAY! Thank you SO much, Sandra. These characters are already clamoring at me for more stories, LOL. I hope you enjoy the tale!
Congratulations to Mae on the excellent review! Sharing to help spread the word.
Your sharing is much appreciated, Liz ) xo
Thanks so much, Liz. That is much appreciated!
I am so excited! We’re finally getting there and Mae’s book is the perfect story to launch this series. Thank you so much for sharing, Denise! Congrats to the HP Series authors!
Me too, Jan! I agree Mae’s book is the perfect start to the series 🙂
Congratulations to all of the HP Series authors! I’m so happy to be kicking things off for all of us, Jan. It’s exciting to know the remaining releases are all right around the corner!
It’s so exciting to see the first book of the series release! Wishing Mae every success. Thanks for sharing, Denise 💕😊
It is very exciting, Harmony 🙂 Happy to share it! Xo
Thanks so much, Harmony. I feel like I’m celebrating for all of us with the launch of The Price of Atonement. Exciting times, indeed!
Hi, Denise. Thank you for the awesome review of my novella, and for sharing it on your blog. I’m delighted to be kicking off the Harbor Pointe Series for all of the authors involved!
A great read, Mae, that I enough everyone enjoy. Such great way to kick off the series too. Xo
Great review, Denise! I look forward to reading this book and the entire series. Congratulations to the authors. 🤗
Thanks, Lauren 🙂 It’s a good one to kick it off! Happy reading xo
Congratulations, Mae! This was an excellent review! Thanks for sharing, Denise.
Thanks for stopping by, Mark, and supporting Mae!