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Haunting in Old Tailem: A Supernatural Suspense Horror (Haunting Clarisse Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Janice Tremayne (Author), Momir Borocki (Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition
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An Australian ghost town. A resident demon. Will Old Tailem town succumb to Little Charlie and his evil crew?

Clarisse realizes that running from evil is not a bad idea until she figures out you can't hide. When some ghosts get tired of hanging around, they latch onto you. At the center of the war on evil is a historic Church that carries dark secrets within its walls. After she meets with the local Shaman, Clarisse discovers secrets with evil consequences by digging too deep into the town’s past. When matters become complicated, she visits a circus of young performers on the outskirts of town, triggering unexpected paranormal events and unleashing memories of a one-hundred-year curse. After being caught in the crossfire of a battle for evil supremacy, Clarisse confronts Little Charlie as he rallies the town's ghosts into an impeccable evil stronghold.

Can the local Shaman and townsfolk rally in her quest to defeat the evil incarnate or will the town succumb to Little Charlie and his evil crew?

Haunting in Old Tailem is the third standalone book in the spine-chilling Haunting Clarisse supernatural horror series. If you like pulse-pounding tension, scarily dark corners, and thought-provoking dilemmas, then you’ll love Janice Tremayne’s unsettling story.

Buy Haunting in Old Tailem to outsmart a devil today!

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Haunting in Old Tailem is the third book in the Haunting Clarisse series. While there are a few mentions of events that have come before, this is very much readable as a standalone. It sits well in the horror genre, but there are a few nice, distinctive touches to the novel that separates it from the field.
For example, setting this paranormal horror novel in Australia is a fantastic and unique choice. The story retains the creepiness of other books in the horror genre, but the lively setting offers a distinctive flavor. The atmosphere and characters feel authentic with a smattering of Aussie slang, bush, and fauna. On top of that, the writing is accessible to all. Haunting in Old Tailem sets up a perfectly eerie atmosphere in rural Australia. Despite the blistering heat, the chills are palpable. This supernatural horror novel comes with some lovely twists that keep me reading, engaged, and fearful for what comes next.
​Joelene Pynnonen - Independent Book Review

This is a brilliant read. Thrilling and recommend reading.
Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start. Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believable. Great suspense and found myself second guessing every thought I had continuously. Can't wait to read what the author brings out next.
★★★★★ Bwichkan TOP 500 Amazon Reviewer

Haunting in Old Tailem: A Supernatural Suspense (Haunting Clarisse - Book 3) by Janice Tremayne is an amazing story to read. This is book number three in this amazing series that I am so hooked on. I highly recommend it to everyone.
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The Haunting Clarisse Series

All the books in the Haunting Clarisse series are written as standalone novels and you are not required to read book one to start the series collection.

Book One: The Girl in the Scarlet Chair

Book Two: Haunting in Hartley

Book Three: Haunting in Old Tailem

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08B524JNW
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Millport Press (November 29, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 29, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 607 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 262 pages
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Janice Tremayne, hailing from Australia, is a celebrated author specializing in supernatural horror. Her novel "Haunting in Hartley" achieved finalist status in the Readers' Favorite 2020 International Book Awards in the category of fiction-supernatural, clinching the prestigious Distinguished Favorite Prize for paranormal horror at the New York City Big Book Awards. Janice's literary prowess was further acknowledged with the silver medal at the IPPY Awards 2021 in the Australia/New Zealand/Pacific Rim – Best Regional Fiction category, as well as the Bronze Award in Adult Fiction at the Wishing Shelf Independent Book Awards 2020. In 2023, she secured the Literary Titan Gold Book Award, a testament to her excellence in writing.

Residing in Melbourne with her family, Janice intricately weaves cultural superstitions into her narratives, drawing from her upbringing where such beliefs were deeply embedded in daily life and customs. Her bestselling series, "Haunting Clarisse," has consistently soared to the top of Amazon Kindle rankings, captivating readers with its blend of occult supernatural, ghosts, haunted houses, and British horror.

Janice's journey as an author began with a simple cup of coffee, sparking the inspiration to translate her fascination with cultural superstitions into gripping tales of horror. Her books are renowned for delivering heart-thumping, bone-chilling, and thought-provoking paranormal experiences, each narrative offering a fresh twist that keeps readers enthralled worldwide.

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Allie Bohossian
5.0 out of 5 stars This story has everything!
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2023
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At times in the book, I laughed and I cried. This story has everything! I’d be the passenger with my husband driving and I’d laugh out loud or I’d cringe and pull my feet up. He’d say “you’re reading a scary book, right?” I’d nod and continue with my semantics. It’s a great read.
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Eve H
4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting supernatural story of good vs evil
Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2020
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HAUNTING IN OLD TAILEM by Janice Tremayne did not disappoint. The prologue was a slow start for me, but it was nothing to do with the writing. The description of Clarisse’s encounters with the ghosts is very well written. Some of the language does take a moment to get used to, as I’m from the United States and this is set in Australia. It isn’t overwhelming and some of the slang is explained by the characters. The story is a classic good vs. evil supernatural mystery. The supporting characters are interesting and not always what you think.

This is the third book in The Haunting Clarisse Series, but it can pretty much be read as a standalone. I still haven’t read the first in the series. 😊 There could be more background on Clarisse and Harry since they were in the previous book.

I received an advance review copy for free from Janice Tremayne and am leaving my honest review voluntarily. I will be adding this review to my website EveHallows.com.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A touch of horror I did not expect.
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2021
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If you want horror with a touch of difference then you will enjoy this book. It was better than expected and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. I like the way the author developed the characters and I enjoyed Diggers Aussie slang. The main protagonist, Clarisse, is at her best again and is maturing as a ghost hunter. I look forward to reading more books from this author.
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Dawn Baker
5.0 out of 5 stars Love the series
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2021
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Just finished another of Janice Tremayne series. Found her as a free book, and now buy her books. Awesome author! Want to read something in horror that feels real? This is one. Her books are stand alone, but I want more of the story. So get the series! You won't be disappointed.
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Ronda Taylor
5.0 out of 5 stars Gave me goosebumps
Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2021
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Of course I read at night, so every sound or movement by my cat or dog had me looking to see what made it. If you like paranormal books you are in for a great read. I’m looking forward to the other books in this series.
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Allyson A.
4.0 out of 5 stars An evil from the past, has re-awakened.
Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2020
Although, this is the third book in the series, I had no trouble following along. So this can be read as a standalone.

The opening introduces us to The Order of the Sepaline, a secret society order of monk priests who are to guard against the angels of darkness. A stone set in a pendant, that has been passed down that wields great power, and only select monks will be able to inherit. Along with the pendant is six secret prayers that are forbidden to be written down, these prayers contain the words of Jesus Christ, which has the power to fight against evil.

Clarisse finds herself locked inside an old church in Old Tailem Town, a ghost town that drew tourists for paranormal tours. Clarisse has warning bells going off along with a foul stench; sensing a presence in the room. Hearing a giggle, Clarisse encounters Little Charlie, who seemingly followed her to Old Tailem Town. Another entity materializes, but Digger interrupts and comes to the rescue.

Tagging along with Digger, Clarisse meets the elusive Shamy. Shamy is considered to be a hermit. Clarisse is astonished that Shamy knows so much, and after taking Clarisse's hand, she is pulled into a vision witnessing a young girl being dragged off by a demon. Clarisse realizes that she's seen this demon before.

An evil from the past, has re-awakened and if it isn't stopped, more victims will be added.

It was a creepy read with entities tied to a demon popping up to thwart Clarisse's efforts. Whenever, Clarisse returned to the church alone, I cringed, knowing something was going to happen. There were a lot of religious overtones throughout the story, that I didn't anticipate, although the theme was good verses evil. I enjoyed Digger's slang, and was also, surprised how he figured into the story after a vision.

I requested and received an ARC copy from NetGalley via Millport Press and I have voluntarily reviewed this book.
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Yeepy
5.0 out of 5 stars Creepy ghost children story
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2021
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Ghost children stories are always scary and creepy! I read the first 2 physical books but believe me, it's ok for one to read this one alone. I like the characters for this better than the first 2 tho.
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Nancy Allen (The Avid Reader)
5.0 out of 5 stars a fun and a fascinating little story...
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2021
Haunting in Old Tailem takes place in a haunted town in Australia. Many, many, years ago children started disappearing in this little ghost town. Long ago a curse was placed upon the town and children. Upon arriving in this ghost town, Clarisse finds herself right in the middle of a battle of evil incarnate.

When Clarisse arrives in the town she meets a local Shaman and a demon that has been haunting the town for centuries. Clarisse with the help of a few friends sets out to learn the truth behind the children disappearing and hopefully finding a way to stop the demons before it is too late. Can Clarisse and crew break the centuries-old curse and stop the demons before it is too late and from taking over the town forever?

Haunting in Old Tailem is fun and a fascinating little story that can be read as a stand-alone in just a few hour's time. Haunting in Old Tailem is the third book in the Haunting Clarisse series and while it is the first book in the series that I have read I don’t feel as if I missed anything as I was focusing on the story of the children and the ghost.

When I read the summary and saw that Haunting in Old Tailem was a ghost story set in Australia I knew right away that I had to read it. I love old ghost stories. I also love stories with children in them. Oh, and did I mention that I have wanted to visit Australia for as long as I can remember and enjoy any glimpse of it that I can get?

Haunting in Old Tailem drew me in from the beginning and I was hooked until I turned the last page, well, actually I don’t think it has let go yet as it is still haunting me. I have truly enjoyed Clarisse’s third tale Haunting in Old Tailem and do believe I would really enjoy reading the first two books in the series as well.

And I do recommend Haunting in Old Tailem to anyone who loves a good ghost story. One-click your copy of Haunting in Old Tailem today to begin an awesome little ghost story!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 16, 2022
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What a fantastic read, I couldn't put it down.
One of her best books , keeps you captivated throughout the whole book. A must read for all Janice tremayne fan's.
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Mrs stott
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant book, I would recommend it.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 6, 2022
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This is another brilliant book from this author. I would highly recommend reading, I only have 1 more to go in the series fantastic.
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