Abasteron House

Come to the Abasteron House by the sea … at low tide … in a dead calm … Is there something haunting the attic?

Readers' comments: “I loved this–the writing, the pace, the detail, the word choices. A haunting tale with an underlying thread that stays with you.”

"Haunting is certainly true of this piece."

"Great tale. If you like ghost stories, worth reading this short but chilly tale. Love the little scare tucked neatly into the final line, and an effective one at that.”

“Very good indeed, creating an electric atmosphere from the opening lines.”

"An engaging read."

“Brilliantly depicted.”

This short story (flash fiction) was originally published at Every Day Fiction. Paula Cappa is the recipient of an Eric Hoffer Book Award, Readers' Favorite International Bronze Medal for supernatural suspense, and a Gothic Readers Book Club Award Winner.