Where the Crows Fly

Lucie Jacklin’s Where the Crows Fly presents a narrative centered on Emma de Villiers, who resides in Nova Scotia during 1864. The story unfolds within an Arcadian style house in Argyle, a location defined by its tightly shut doors and deep secrets. Residents recall hearing beautiful piano chords drifting onto the quiet garden lawn. These melodies eventually gave way to terrifying screams that filled the street beyond, yet the music continued uninterrupted. Very few people were seen entering or leaving this isolated property. The plot shifts as new owners arrive in the modern era, discovering that the past has not faded. Local lore consistently identifies the corner house as haunted, a reputation that persists through time. Jacklin weaves these historical echoes into the present day, exploring how the legacy of the de Villiers family impacts those who now inhabit the space. The narrative examines the enduring nature of supernatural claims and the weight of history on contemporary lives. This work suits readers interested in gothic fiction with a focus on haunted architecture and familial secrets. It appeals to those who enjoy stories where historical trauma bleeds into current reality. Readers seeking fast-paced action or non-fiction accounts may find this slower, atmospheric approach less engaging. The book relies on the tension between the beautiful piano music and the underlying horror of the house's history.