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Name: The house that Jack built
Author: Graham Masterton

📘 The house that Jack built by Graham Masterton

When Craig Bellman and his wife stumble upon the derelict house known as Valhalla in New York, they are drawn into the building’s mysterious past. Despite ominous local legends warning of tragedy, Craig becomes increasingly obsessed, even attempting to purchase the property. As his fixation deepens, the house seems to exact revenge, bringing injury and death to those who dare to seek its secrets.

First publish date: 1996

Genre: Thriller/Psychological Thriller

Authors: Graham Masterton

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