Second Glance

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In the town of Comtosook, Vermont, supernatural events arise when an old man puts a piece of land up for sale, prompting protests from the local Abenaki Indian tribe who claim it as a burial ground. To quell the unrest, a ghost hunter is hired by the developer to assure residents that the property is not haunted. Enter Ross Wakeman, a troubled drifter haunted by his fiancée's death in a car crash eight years prior. He has repeatedly sought to escape life, surviving dangerous encounters, yet remains tethered to the memories of love lost. In Comtosook, Ross's journey leads him to Lia Beaumont, a mysterious woman also searching for meaning beyond life and death. This intricate tale intertwines themes of love, haunting memories, and renewal, as it explores the boundaries between existence and the afterlife. The narrative delves into Vermont's dark history of eugenics in the 1920s and 30s, prompting reflections on the past's lingering effects. Critics praise the author as a master storyteller, challenging readers to confront profound questions about love's endurance across time. This captivating story ultimately examines the nature of love, fate, and the haunting echoes of the past.