The Bookshop of 99 Doors

This is a dual-time story. In 1888, Minnie Tipton struggles with the fact that her father is very ill and no one seems to know what is wrong. She also deals with much fear and anxiety because of dark superstitions surrounding the mansion he bought, and the conviction that the house is haunted by a Civil War captain’s spirit.

In the present day, Triss Bellamy begins working in the bookshop in the museum, formerly Minnie’s mansion. Her brother and his team of paranormal investigators arrive around the same time, having been hired to increase enthusiasm for the mansion’s history by tapping into public interest his television show about ghosts (and more). The situation quickly becomes complicated as Triss hears of strange goings-on, and though she doesn’t believe in ghosts, finds herself wondering. When Casper falls ill and no one seems to know why, nor does anyone besides Triss think he should see a doctor, her distress increases, as does her ability to trust just about anyone.

At this point, one might wonder if this book is really Christian fiction. But if you’ve read any of Jaime Jo Wright’s other books, you know that you just need to persist to the end…and eventually you will experience that most satisfying “AHA” moment when all becomes clear…the journey was worthwhile!