The Spirit Engineer

Set in Belfast in 1914, The Spirit Engineer is a captivating debut that explores themes of ambition, deception, and power through a suspenseful tale involving spiritualism, séances, and scandal. Inspired by the true story of Professor William Jackson Crawford and famed medium Kathleen Goligher, the novel features historical figures like Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Harry Houdini, weaving a haunting narrative of doubt and obsession. With a rich cast and a plot that blurs the lines between science and the paranormal, it promises a thrilling, spooky season read.