Ghost Trap

Glenn Chadbourne’s Ghost Trap presents a narrative centered on the renovation of an old sea captain's house in York, Maine. The plot turns sinister when workers unseal a fireplace, inadvertently releasing spirits of past owners who have been held captive within the structure for years. As the renovations proceed, bizarre artifacts are discovered inside the age-old walls, revealing a chilling history tied to piracy and murder. The story follows the characters' desperate attempt to end this madness by trapping these evil entities back into the shaft from which they emerged. Chadbourne draws upon traditions of haunted house fiction and supernatural horror to construct his tale. The work focuses on the specific setting of York, Maine, utilizing the local history of piracy as a foundation for its eerie atmosphere. The narrative is organized around the physical act of renovation and the subsequent supernatural consequences that arise from disturbing the sealed fireplace. This approach grounds the ghostly elements in tangible, historical details rather than abstract fear. This book suits readers who enjoy atmospheric horror set in specific American locations with deep historical roots. It appeals to those interested in stories where architecture and past crimes intertwine to create present-day terror. Readers seeking fast-paced action or non-fiction historical accounts may find the slow-burn supernatural focus less engaging. The story remains focused on the psychological and physical struggle against malevolent forces trapped within a domestic space.