The House on Cooper Lane: Based on a True Story

The author's vivid imagery and lively main character make this a hard book to put down once you start. You never know what you're in for when arriving in a strange town and in need of a place to stay. Bud Fisher and his faithful canine companion Badger find out quickly that it can be an eerie experience. The story moves along at a thrilling and suspenseful pace, leaving you to anticipate what will happen next. What is lurking in the shadows? Is it coming to get you? If you love an entertaining and scary ghost story The House On Cooper Lane does not disappoint. I look forward to reading more from Oliver Phipps creative mind.

This book could have used some better editing. I found some mistakes that were distracting at times. The story itself was interesting and kept me quite entertained, albeit could have been written with more suspense, in a crescendo type fashion. This was written very simplistically, as if the audience could be for very young adults. If that was the author's target audience, then this book delivered. If not, then the prose could use some fattening up... What is the backstory about Bud? One or two sentences here and there isn't really enough. Delving into his character could allow some foreshadowing and more complex writing techniques that would provide more to the reader. I did think that this was a fairly good attempt though and worth the read. It isn't long and it isn't a Stephen King, but it's okay.

I like books that aren’t gory or overly focused on the shock value associated with so many horror books and movies these days. The House on Cooper Lane builds suspense instead of throwing fear at you with every turn. I liked watching Bud as he attempted to figure out what was going on in the apartment complex. On the one hand, I was curious why he wasn’t suspicious of the vacant home, but on the other hand, he really didn’t have a choice. It was stay there or sleep in his car. If I had to state a con for this book, it would be that the dialogue was a little stiff. But keep in mind that it’s mostly a man talking to himself and his dog. And that’s a difficult dialogue to tackle. My favorite part was the suspense building aspect. When you first start reading and notice the strange occurrences in the house, you’re able to shrug it off. But with each page turned, I found myself getting a little more anxious. And I love that this is based on a true story. That just adds to the suspense and the thrill of it. Very enjoyable read!

Easy read good stories gave as a gift to granddaughter

As other reviews have stated, this was written by someone who seems to have not read many books. Many words were simply wrong or incorrectly used. The syntax was a distraction from the meaning. It was a simple story, and had a lot of distracting elements that had nothing to do with the story. Maybe the sleeping in the car on a dirt road gave a bit of atmosphere to the story. What was the purpose of mentioning that the dog left a turd in the overgrown yard? Many other item were simply left out. Many times the main character comes "home" and prepares food and washes himself, but give no details. The description of the "old" house is mostly in the form of adjectives meaning old-- almost no description. The sound of dragging up and down the stairs is never explained, nor is the "locked" double doors that have no locks. Many loose ends in both the story and the writing. Very much in need of both an editor and a proofreader. In the sample of the next book that was included with this tiny kindle file was a mention of someone wearing "course clothing." Not coarse! Course! If the book was intended to be either horror or mystery, it was a complete failure. The author may be commended for being able to but so many words together, but there is a serious lack of plot, character, depth, grammatical correctness, and quite frankly, interest. My advice is to do some reading before any more writing.

The concept of the main story, as well as the short also contained in the book, are good. Unfortunately, the main story was extremely anticlimactic and disappointing in the end. The short had potential, but was not well written. The editing needs work, with a number of errors, in both pieces. Both pieces are also far too ‘name heavy’, continually using character names or the same descriptors over and over. The preview of another story in the end looks to be heading the same way. I feel the author has good ideas, and with better editing/Beta readers, could probably do good things with them.

This book will have you looking over your shoulder and staring at moving shadows. What I really liked about this story is the detailed description of the location; it allows you to use all your senses as the paranormal experiences occur. “Something for nothing” - we all are looking for opportunities to get something for free and the main character found a inexpensive place to live. But, was it worth the price? As you will find out the main character gets more than he bargained for at this run down rental property. You are in for an adventure as you move in and explore what happens behind closed doors at “The House on Cooper Lane”. The visual imagery in this book will be with me for a while. I enjoyed this book but I think my teenage son will enjoy it too. This story will give you chills as you read it, as if it was happening to you.

Another will written fantasy haunting horror ghost 👻 adventure thriller short story by Oliver Phipps about Bud and his dog 🐕 renting an apartment which turns out to be haunted. I would highly recommend this novella to anyone looking for a quick haunting horror ghost 👻 story. Enjoy the adventure of reading all kinds of different types of novels 👍🔰 and books. 2022 😮🐕😢

Good natured Bud and his trusty mutt establish their new lives in a new town and in a house with a grim and secretive past. Another great story for the commute. I’ve never really been in to reading spooky tales but this was a really enjoyable read. Like a previous reviewer mentioned - a classic tale and written in a way that builds suspense perfectly. I have to admit (much to my embarrassment) that I had to stop reading the story late at night and finish it in the morning. The author must be doing something right!

Arrived quickly in mint condition - great read!

Oliver Phipps is an awesome writer and does a great job telling this unique story. Mr. Oliver Phipps is a fantastic storyteller that makes you feel real emotion and feeling. I loved this story. It had suspense and mystery, interesting characters, and an interesting setting Bud, with his dog Badger, looks for a momentary rent payment place to stay and comes across Cooper Lane Apartments. He rents the place, even when he knows it's out of control. Soon, there are enigmatic things fashionable around him. Ultimately, he decides to stay as his life is not yet exposed. But, he gets curious about it and wanders around to find the mystery behind the place. I look forward to reading more books from him. Highly recommended

Book was very short. Has a few short stories in it. Not as interesting as I thought it would be. Would not buy this author again. Don’t recommend it.

An unusual book but a good read , keeps you wanting to read more . I felt like I knew Bud and Badger his dog , well worth reading.