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Haunted

David Ash • Book 1

by James Herbert

Narrated by Steven Pacey

3.77 ABR Score (9.1K ratings)
★ 3.78 Goodreads (9.0K) ★ 4.01 Audible (157)
7h 22m Released 2013 Horror

Why Listen?

Steven Pacey transforms this psychological haunted house into something genuinely unnerving, layering menace into every revelation as the mystery unfolds across three relentless nights.

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About This Audiobook

David Ash arrives at the remote estate of Edbrook to investigate reports of supernatural activity, bringing his expertise as a psychic investigator to what should be a routine case. The imposing Victorian mansion harbors secrets that stretch back generations, and the family residing there seems oddly eager for his help in contacting spirits from beyond. As Ash delves deeper into the house's disturbing history, he finds himself confronting not only malevolent forces within Edbrook's walls but also fragments of his own troubled past that he has spent years trying to forget.

Steven Pacey's masterful narration transforms Herbert's chilling tale into an immersive audio experience that amplifies every whisper and creak of the haunted house. His nuanced vocal work brings distinct personality to each character while maintaining the mounting psychological tension that drives the story forward. Pacey's pacing allows moments of quiet dread to build naturally before unleashing Herbert's trademark horror, making full use of audio's unique ability to create atmosphere through sound alone. The narrator's skillful delivery ensures that listeners will find themselves glancing over their shoulders long after the final chapter ends.