Midnight Bayou (P)

Literary awards - RITA Award by Romance Writers of America Nominee for Contemporary Single Title Romance (2002)

Declan Fitzgerald had always been the family rebel, but even he couldn't resist his desire to purchase a rundown mansion on the outskirts of New Orleans. From the first moment he laid eyes on Manet Hall, he was captivated and consumed by it. And when the opportunity to buy the house presented itself, Declan eagerly seized the chance to make his dream a reality. Determined to revive Manet Hall's former grandeur, Declan embarks on the massive renovation project, relying on his own hard work and skills. However, the long days spent alone in the empty house start to take a toll on him. He begins to see glimpses of the past, feeling intense emotions that do not belong to him, but rather to a stranger. Local legend states that the house is haunted, and with each passing day, Declan's belief in the supernatural grows. Only the company of the enchanting Angelina Simone can distract him from the mysterious occurrences in the house. But even she has