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  • Written by: Peter Straub
  • Narrated by: Buck Schirner
  • Length: 22 hrs and 33 mins
  • 4.0 out of 5 stars (75 ratings)

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Ghost Story

Written by: Peter Straub
Narrated by: Buck Schirner
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Publisher's Summary

#1 New York Times bestselling author Peter Straub’s classic tale of horror, secrets, and the dangerous ghosts of the past...

What was the worst thing you’ve ever done?

In the sleepy town of Milburn, New York, four old men gather to tell each other stories - some true, some made-up, all of them frightening. A simple pastime to divert themselves from their quiet lives.

But one story is coming back to haunt them and their small town. A tale of something they did long ago. A wicked mistake. A horrifying accident. And they are about to learn that no one can bury the past forever...

©1989 Peter Straub (P)2012 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

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A Wonderful Tale

This telling of the classic, twisting, interconnecting, supernatural "haunting" of a group of friends is exceptionally well done. The narrator is okay - better than many I've heard, but somewhat reminiscent of an old storyteller telling tales around a campfire. He had an easy pace, decent intonation, and strove to give the characters their own voice, which is MUCH appreciated. I suggest listening to the sample first to see if you are okay with the voice of the narrator...
The story is a straight masterpiece of chilling, creepy horror written in the classic style. I have the paperback and was very happy to find a recorded version to dive into when my hands were occupied. I thoroughly enjoyed this from start to finish.

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Well thought out and creepy.

This is one of the Straub books that has favorably weathered many years since its publication. It is a well-written, scary story that is enhanced by the complex plot and strong characters that I feel lovers of the horror genre will enjoy. My only complaint is the narration: Buck Schimer obviously tried his best but he should really be reading the nightly news and not narrating a novel.

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Reminds me.

Too many elements of Salems Lot for me but ok story. Found it enjoyable anyway. Not the author’s best.

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struggled to finish

did not enjoy the narrator. hard to listen to. too many characters for 1 voice.

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good story.

I'm very picky about what books I purchase and I found this one to be worth the money and time

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The narrator has never met a woman

Great book, but the narrator does every woman's voice in a tremulous manner that makes them sound like old biddies.

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