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The tracks run deep. And some lights lead to damnation.

In 1948, nineteen-year-old Sharlene Bellefonte is the last gilded cage in a crumbling dynasty. Her family, the Bellefontes, desperately cling to their antebellum Louisiana mansion, Belle Rêve, a house dying under the weight of generations of dark secrets and a chilling curse.

As her forced marriage approaches—a union meant to save the family name—Shar feels the walls closing in, not just of the house, but of her fate.

But Shar is no ordinary Southern belle. Since childhood, she has been a dream-catcher, able to step into the past, reliving forgotten moments. Lately, her nights are consumed by visions of rattling chains, hushed pleas, and the terrifying, ghostly Midnight Special train—a single, blinding headlamp cutting through the darkest night, a promise of payment, not salvation.

Driven by these tormenting visions and the pleas of her ancestor Isabelle Bellefonte, Shar delves into the family's true history. She unearths a shocking truth: her own lineage is a tapestry woven from the oppressors and the oppressed, the enslavers and the enslaved, a legacy born of brutal intermarriage. Her divided blood becomes both her burden and her unique conduit to the past, forcing her to confront centuries of complicity and suffering within her own veins.
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As the wedding day nears, the spectral hum of the Midnight Special grows into a deafening roar, tearing through Belle Rêve. Shar must race against time, not just to escape her coerced future, but to confront the malevolent patriarch who orchestrated the curse.

Her dream-catching gift, amplified by the conflicting energies of her ancestors, becomes her weapon. But this fight isn't just for her soul; it's for the liberation of every tormented spirit bound to the tracks, both the enslavers and the enslaved.
Will Shar Bellefonte derail the engine of her family's damnation, or will the Midnight Special claim her as its next, eternal passenger?

Prepare for a haunting journey where forgotten pasts bleed into a terrifying present, and the light at the end of the tunnel might just be hellfire.

Are you ready to meet the next dream catcher in M. L. Bullock's spooky worlds?

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This book has been TEN YEARS in the making, and I’m beyond delighted to share my love for the SOUTH with y’all.

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Step into the shadowy world of haunted mansions, forgotten graveyards, and mist-covered bayous with Haunted South: A Gulf Coast Paranormal Guidebook—the perfect companion for ghost hunters, Southern Gothic fans, and readers of the Gulf Coast Paranormal series.

From the bestselling author of over 150 Southern Gothic novels, M.L. Bullock invites you to explore the real-world inspirations behind her most beloved haunts. Whether you're planning a ghostly road trip or simply enjoy curling up with spooky Southern legends, this immersive travel guide delivers chilling tales, true history, and practical tips for every curious soul.

Inside, you’ll discover:

• Haunted Histories: Uncover the ghost stories that inspired Gulf Coast Paranormal Seasons One, Two, and Three
• Travel Tips: Visiting info, maps, and insider advice for exploring haunted sites safely
• Behind-the-Scenes Paranormal Insights: Read firsthand accounts of ghost hunts, EVP sessions, and eerie encounters
• Atmospheric Detail: From moss-draped oaks to fog-laced cemeteries, experience the beauty and mystery of the haunted South

Locations include the spectral streets of New Orleans, the haunted hospitals of Mobile, Alabama and the eerie shores of Gulfport, Mississippi—each pulsing with ghostly tales that will chill you to the bone.
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MEET THE QuEEN OF SOUTHERN GOTHIC

Welcome to my world, where Southern charm meets ghostly mysteries! I’m M.L. Bullock (call me Monica), a bestselling author weaving tales of haunted mansions, forgotten histories, and things that go bump in the night. Born in Antigua, British West Indies, I’ve always been a dreamer, spinning stories from my Gulf Coast home in Alabama, where lonesome beaches and historic haunts fuel my imagination.

You might know me from my Seven Sisters series, a supernatural suspense saga sparked by a visit to Mobile’s Oakleigh House. With over 150 books, from Gulf Coast Paranormal to Sugar Hill, I blend Southern Gothic vibes with romance, mystery, and a touch of the eerie.

My stories come alive because I live them—exploring haunted cemeteries like St. Vincent DePaul in New Orleans or chasing whispers of ghosts along Dauphin Island’s shores.

As a kid, I was an “excellent liar,” crafting tales that now fill my novels. Today, I’m a proud paranormal adventurer, sharing my investigations and wit with readers who love a good scare. Nothing beats swapping ghost stories over a glass of gin, and I’m thrilled to invite you into this mysterious world where fiction and reality blur.

When I’m not writing, I’m laughing with my rabbit Butterbean (who still can’t read, bless him) or connecting with fans like you.

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