A review by michedea_books_
The Haunting on West 10th Street by Helen Phifer

adventurous challenging dark emotional informative inspiring mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

 

 

NYPD homicide detectives Maria Miller and Frank Conroy visit a house in West 10th Street and attend the worse case they have ever visited. There is an eerie feeling in the room. They never found the killer. Three years on there boss asks them to go over the cold case and find new evidence to solve the case. But nothing is straightforward and sinister things start to happen, which leaves Maria in danger. 

I am a big fan of Helen Phifer’s work and although slightly different than her previous novels.  The Haunting on 10th West Street is another excellent novel from the author. 

Yet again, I am hooked from this story, which goes back and forth in time. I find it has a great mix of a Detective and Supernatural element and the characters of Frankie and Maria.  Especially Maria, who is not frightened of anything and will not let anything get in her way. In parts it also has an eerie creepy feel. I really enjoyed this, and I hope there is more to come with Frankie and Maria. 5 stars from me.