Built in 1881, Weston's mental hospital became a home for the mentally disturbed and traumatized patients, but a terrible secret was hidden behind the walls of Weston's mental hospital, where unexplained deaths, often labeled as suicides, dating back 130 years, went unchallenged.

Since childhood, it had been Emily Flesher's dream to work in that hospital, but it wasn't until 1992, after achieving her LPN, when Emily's dream was finally realized. She was excited when she walked through those doors, believing she could make a difference, but her first case proved to be more than she'd bargained for.

Diane Yost had gone into mental shock after losing her family in a fire, losing herself in a safe existence none of the doctors could reach, but Emily's understanding manner touched Diane's inner soul, slowly bringing her back into the real world. Emily was elated with her progress, until her next visit a few days later brought her the bad news that Diane had not only regressed, but was now talking to what could be nothing other than a previous patient only she could see, and despite her personal beliefs, Emily could feel the unseen entity's presence in Diane's room. The shock of it scorched Emily's mind, throwing her beliefs into turmoil, but it wouldn?t be the end of Diane's saga, for two days later Diane was found dead on the hallway floor, leading to more unanswered questions.

The Hospital was closed down two years later, but behind, it left angry vengeful spirits, determined to get even.

Being a horror fanatic, I was captivated by this story. Unlike a lot of other ghost stories I've read, "The Hospital" goes into expressive detail of the characters involved in the story line, but it sort of stops mid-stream, urging you to read the second book to learn it's conclusion. It's a reader's choice, but I recommend this read for anyone who likes a good mystery. (I look forward to reading book 2)

Reviewer: Deanna

ISBN: 1-4241-2756-4