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Here is a review by Debe Branning, Arizona Haunted Sites Examiner, of the Ancient Ones.
http://www.examiner.com/arizona-haunted-sites-in-phoenix/a-visit-with-the-ancient-ones
History and Hauntings of the Southwest
Where do you find underground passages, Indian ruins, Stonehenge-like monuments, an alternate dimension and ancient petroglyphs of the solar system?
You can find all of these elements, which culminate into the adventure of a lifetime for Lorelei Lanier, psychic medium, and the Arizona-Irish Paranormal Research Society, in Lori Hines’ first paranormal mystery novel titled The Ancient Ones. Published by Aberdeen Bay, it is the first in the trilogy and is available in print and kindle format through Amazon.com.
Since the main characters are investigators, Lori partnered with Sonoran Paranormal Investigations (SPI) in Phoenix to lead ghost hunts of the places featured in her novel. The first book signing and ghost hunt took place at the Triangle T Ranch in Dragoon, Arizona on May 28th. The ranch, owned by Linda Kelly, has been featured on an episode of Psychic Kids. According to Linda, “guests, visitors and staff have all experienced unusual phenomena, including three men playing poker in the dining hall, an Indian princess riding through the property on a horse, a Hohokam woman, and the spirits of Cochise and Geronimo.”
Established in 1922, the ranch boasts a colorful and exciting past. In 1929, it came into the hands of Metta Tutt and was named the Triangle T for “Tutt”. Since then, the Triangle T has been the site of many historical events. It was the center of intrigue during World War II. The subsequent rumors that high-ranking Japanese officials were detained at the ranch were recently confirmed by award-winning author Jane Eppinga, after years of exhaustive research and the lifting of the 50-year moratorium on classified information. Details of the incarceration of the world’s “most wanted” war criminals are available in the library at the Triangle T.
Located adjacent to the Amerind Foundation archaeological research center and museum specializing in Native American cultures of the Southwest, the Triangle T Guest Ranch is rich in its own Native American History. Apache Chieftain Cochise and his band used the ranch as a summer camp for many generations. The ranch also holds a centuries-old sacred ceremonial location among the boulders, complete with petroglyphs and rock carvings.
The Triangle T hosted the ghost hunt, which took place from 11:00 p.m. and lasted until 1:30 a.m. with guests from Phoenix and Southeast Arizona roaming the property to try and get a glimpse of the past. One of the teams had an experience within the lower dining hall, hearing footsteps on the outside stairway that goes to the roof, though no other teams were in the area. And it sounded as though a person were walking on wooden stairs, though the steps had been covered in cement. Could it have been a spirit going about their lives in another dimension, crossing with the curious in our dimension?
Historic Vulture Gold Mine
Discovered in 1863 by Henry Wickenburg, Vulture Mine was one of the Arizona Territory’s richest mines and it was still producing, at decreased levels, until World War II. Today, this ghost town provides visitors with the opportunity to see a genuine vision of what life was like in an old west mining town. Many buildings remain intact and there is also a fair amount of mining equipment to see, as well as an old schoolhouse, the assay office, the dining hall/saloon, old blacksmith shop and power generating station.
Vulture Mine’s wealth allowed the camp to blossom into a self-contained town by 1880. Along with roughly six boarding houses, the town boasted a cookhouse and mess hall, a blacksmith shop, several buildings associated with the mine, stores, offices, saloons, and even a school. By this time there were about three hundred miners and their families living in town. Vulture City peaked with a population of about 5,000 residents. Owner after owner would face many challenges turning a profit with the mine over the next several decades as the main gold vein was lost. However, the mine was not officially shut down until 1942. Throughout its lifespan, the mines at Vulture City officially produced upwards of two hundred million dollars in gold.
Due to all the spiritual activity, Vulture Mine is one of the favorite places for paranormal teams throughout Arizona. Actual paranormal experiences from visitors, staff and investigators include a floating head at the ball mill, children’s voices at the schoolhouse and on the playground, a man standing in front of the bunkhouse, smells emanating from the old dining hall and physical encounters with not-so-friendly ghosts inside the assay office.
Other locales included in The Ancient Ones include Wickenburg, Bisbee and Tombstone in Southeast Arizona, and Sunset Wupatki National Monument north of Flagstaff. It contains true facts pertaining to Native American history, Arizona history and the metaphysical.
The Ancient Ones cover blurb:
Lorelei Lanier is adjusting to the powerful connections she has to spirits. Unfortunately, her medium abilities are only the beginning. While working a dark arts case with the FBI and the Arizona-Irish Paranormal Research Society, she discovers she is the reincarnation of Annie O’Shea, the original owner of the Texas Canyon Ranch where the mystery unfolds. And Lorelei’s astral abilities that saved her from a mine three years ago are becoming stronger upon discovery of an extinct, ancient race of people.
Underground tunnels, Stonehenge-like monuments, petroglyphs of the solar system, an alternate dimension and hidden Indian ruins—clues discovered in Southeast Arizona pertaining to the ancient ones existence. But Lorelei has much more to worry about than the supernatural. She is struggling with her feelings for fellow investigator Ian Healy. Pagan and Wiccan, it is Ian’s ability to heal with his eyes that captures her heart.
Two mysteries, one in Southeast Arizona and the other north of Flagstaff, soon culminate into a new reality for Lorelei Lanier. Will she be prepared for what the ancient ones have in store?
Where to Find The Ancient Ones
Where do you find underground passages, Indian ruins, Stonehenge-like monuments, an alternate dimension and ancient petroglyphs of the solar system?
You can find all of these elements that culminate into the adventure of a lifetime for Lorelei Lanier, psychic medium, and the Arizona-Irish Paranormal Research Society, in Lori Hines’ first paranormal mystery novel titled The Ancient Ones.
Check out the following link to find out where to find The Ancient Ones – available in stores and gift shops in Metro Phoenix, Southeast Arizona and Wickenburg:
http://lhauthor.wordpress.com/my-novels/list-of-stores-that-stock-the-ancient-ones/
Guest Appearance on Para-X Radio
I will be appearing as a guest on Michelle Hall’s The Psychic Next Door on Para-X Radio on Monday, May 23rd from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Arizona time. This is a national and international network – Michelle mentioned 6 or 7 countries participate.
Go to this page to listen to the interview and click on the Para-X Radio control on the right top: http://www.para-x.com/index.html. There is also a live chat feature and Michelle will be monitoring that as well during the show in case you have any questions! Or, the call in number is 240-439-8165.
Or you can listen to the replay when it’s available here: http://www.para-x.com/demand.html.
Here is the link to Michelle’s bio: http://www.para-x.com/PND.html.
Have a great weekend!
Lori Hines, Author
The Ancient Ones – Available on Amazon.com
My first paranormal mystery novel, titled The Ancient Ones, is available on Amazon.com via the following link:
Cover Blurb
Lorelei Lanier is adjusting to the powerful connections she has to spirits. Unfortunately, her medium abilities are only the beginning. While working a dark arts case with the FBI and the Arizona-Irish Paranormal Research Society, she discovers she is the reincarnation of Annie O’Shea, the original owner of the Texas Canyon Ranch where the mystery unfolds. And Lorelei’s astral abilities that saved her from a mine three years ago are becoming stronger upon discovery of an extinct, ancient race of people.
Underground tunnels, Stonehenge-like monuments, petroglyphs of the solar system, an alternate dimension and hidden Indian ruins—clues discovered in southeast Arizona pertaining to the ancient ones existence. But Lorelei has much more to worry about than the supernatural. She is struggling with her feelings for fellow investigator Ian Healy. Pagan and Wiccan, it is Ian’s ability to heal with his eyes that captures her heart.
Two mysteries, one in Southeast Arizona and the other north of Flagstaff, soon culminate into a new reality for Lorelei Lanier. Will she be prepared for what the ancient ones have in store?
Book Signing Party – The Ancient Ones!
Please note the correction in bold! Unfortunately, I left the most important detail out…
Just a reminder that Lisa DeChiara with Holding Sacred Space will be hosting a book signing party and book reading Friday, May 6th at 7:00 p.m. This is my first book signing and I would love to see everyone there! I will be reading from my novel for a half hour or so with questions and a signing after.
The Ancient Ones is the first in a series of three. The Caves of the Watchers is the second.
Hosted by Holding Sacred Space
Held at Lisa’s house: located just east of Tatum, south of Greenway Road – 15059 N 49th Way, Scottsdale, 85254
Call if you get lost: 602-705-4416
Book Signing & Ghost Hunt in Dragoon, Arizona
What: Book signing for The Ancient Ones with Author, Lori Hines (see cover blurb below), and ghost hunt of the ranch with Sonoran Paranormal Investigations. The co-founder of this group is Paul Bradford from Ghost Hunters International
When: Saturday, May 28th, 2011
Where: Triangle T Ranch in Dragoon, Arizona
Join me and paranormal investigators from SPI, a TAPS family member, for an afternoon book signing and a ghost hunt on Saturday, May 28th.
The book signing and ghost hunt will be held at the Triangle T Ranch, which has been featured on an episode of Psychic Kids. Guests, visitors and staff have all experienced unusual phenomena, including three men playing poker in the dining hall, an Indian princess riding through the property on a horse, a Hohokam woman, and the spirits of Cochise and Geronimo.
Dining, lodging and camping will available at the ranch.
There will also be live music provided until 10:00 P.M. with the ghost tour of the ranch, led by Sonoran Paranormal Investigations, starting at 11:00 p.m.
The ghost hunting tour will last about an hour.
Since this is over Memorial Day weekend, there will be a lot of sightseeing in the area, including Tombstone, Bisbee and the Amerind Museum.
Click this link to visit the Triangle T Ranch for reservations and information.
http://www.azretreatcenter.com/. Contact Linda Kelly, owner of the ranch, to ask about special packages for those attending the book signing and ghost hunt.
If you plan on attending, please send an RSVP to Lori Hines’ email address
which is lh_author@yahoo.com.
The Ancient Ones is scheduled for release early spring. You can check out my bio at http://www.aberdeenbay.com/author.list.aspx.
Hope to see you there!
Lori Hines, Author
The Ancient Ones cover blurb
Lorelei Lanier is adjusting to the powerful connections she has to spirits. Unfortunately, her medium abilities are only the beginning. While working a dark arts case with the FBI and the Arizona-Irish Paranormal Research Society, she discovers she is the reincarnation of Annie O’Shea, the original owner of the Texas Canyon Ranch where the mystery unfolds. And Lorelei’s astral abilities that saved her from a mine three years ago are becoming stronger upon discovery of an extinct, ancient race of people.
Underground tunnels, Stonehenge-like monuments, petroglyphs of the solar system, an alternate dimension and hidden Indian ruins—clues discovered in Southeast Arizona pertaining to the ancient ones existence. But Lorelei has much more to worry about than the supernatural. She is struggling with her feelings for fellow investigator Ian Healy. Pagan and Wiccan, it is Ian’s ability to heal with his eyes that captures her heart.
Two mysteries, one in Southeast Arizona and the other north of Flagstaff, soon culminate into a new reality for Lorelei Lanier. Will she be prepared for what the ancient ones have in store?
Desert Sleuth Authors Appear at Velma Teague Library
See the rundown on Lesa Holstine’s blog about the appearance of the Desert Sleuths “How NOT to Survive a Vacation” authors at the Velma Teague Library in Glendale, Arizona.
Lesa is a Library Manager and a contributing Book Reviewer for Library Journal, Mystery Readers Journal, and various websites. She was a speaker at the Sisters in Crime, Desert Sleuths Conference in August and has invited us to her library for the past two years to promote the authors.
Lori Hines, Author, The Ancient Ones
My Haunted Texas Vacation
The excursion started out as a means for writing inspiration, fun, and adventure. But my three-day vacation turned out to be so much more.
My haunted vacation was initially prompted by a ghost hunt with Brandy Green from Scy-Fy’s Ghost Hunter International series, held at the Catfish Plantation in Waxahachie, Texas on a Saturday night. Though I didn’t come across any ghosts that reside in and around the restaurant, I did meet some fascinating people and had some great food, including fried catfish and hush puppies!
After a few hours of sleep, I drove three hours to Jefferson, Texas! Why? Because my vacation wouldn’t have been complete without spending some time in the most haunted town in Texas!
Haunted History
This small city of only 2,000 people is full of historic homes in Greek Revival, Victorian, English Tudor and Arts and Crafts style. Homes, bed and breakfasts, downtown hotels and restaurants all claim quite a bit of activity from visitors, owners and employees.
This included the place where I stayed, the Delta Street Inn.
The owners mentioned they had quite a bit of spirit activity during renovation of this prairie style 1920 home. It has four very charming rooms and is a quiet, romantic place to stay.
My first experience occurred as I laid down to take a nap before dinner. I started to fall asleep and a deep male voice whispered something in my ear that I couldn’t comprehend. Apparently, this entity didn’t like that I ignored it, because the next thing I heard was a growl. I also heard some other strange sounds within a few feet of where I slept during the night. I wasn’t sure if it was the bathroom door trying to open or close, or maybe it was something sitting in the chair next to my bed. But as soon as I turned on the light, it stopped.
Other hauntings in Jefferson include a perfumed lady in the Excelsior House, white ghostly figures in and around the Haywood House, sweet scents and unexplainable music at the Twin Oaks Plantation, and a myriad of activity at the Jefferson Hotel; footsteps on the stairs, bright orbs following guests around in room 21, the ghost of an elderly woman placing a blanket over a chilled guest in room 5, and reports of children’s laughter in room 7.
However, these are only a FEW accounts of the things that go in Jefferson. If you’re interested in reading about more of the history and haunts of Jefferson and East Texas, check out Mitchel Whitington’s Grove Emporium.
If you go, be sure to spend time talking to the residents of this amazing town to discover more about the history and haunts! You won’t be disappointed!
Historic Home Tours
Mitchel Whitington and his wife Tami lead daily tours through their Greek Revival style home called The Grove, or Stilley-Young House. This guided tour is only $6.00 for an hour of fascinating history, ghost stories and a glimpse into the architecture and interior designs of the past (this is a must see).
There are many other interesting tours of homes built in the 1800’s including Ruth Lester Memorial and Jefferson Playhouse, Scarlett O’Hardy’s, House of the Seasons, the Benefield House, Singleton’s Virginia Cross as well as the Jefferson Hotel and the Excelsior Hotel downtown.
Historic Oakwood Cemetery
Mitchel and Tami took me out to lunch, then drove me around town and down to the historic Oakwood Cemetery. Located at the end of Alley Street off of Highway 49, it contains exquisite ironwork, tombstone art, grave markers and fascinating epitaphs.
It has the tomb of Diamond Bessie, daughter of a shoe store owner and a wayward girl who was murdered by Abraham Rothschild in 1877, the son of a wealthy Cincinnati jeweler named Meyer Rothschild, and a relative of the prominent European Rothschild banking family. Within this place of peace and rest you will also find Confederate and Union soldiers, early settlers, murder victims and murderers, outlaws, lawmen, businessmen and many others from the bygone riverboat days.
Downtown Jefferson
Walking around downtown on a Sunday evening was a tranquil, refreshing experience! I had dinner at LaMache’s Italian Restaurant, and had a fantastic pasta dish with cream sauce, mushrooms and clams, and finished with the most decadent tiramusu. Then I strolled through the very quiet streets and took pictures of the Jay Gould Railroad Car, the lobby of the Excelsior and the attached gardens, and the Jefferson Historical Museum.
There aren’t many chain restaurants in Jefferson, Texas. But there is a drug store with an old-fashioned soda counter. What it lacks in culture, the town makes up for in scenery and the mystery of the past. And a small motor boat tour through the canals of Caddo Lake only 20 minutes from town will leave you breathless with white ibis and great blue heron soaring across the water, ancient cypress trees adorned with Spanish moss, and the beautiful white water hyacinth and giant Salvinia floating serenely on the surface.
Traffic congestion for quiet streets. Air pollution for small town charm. Cramped neighborhoods for green, wide open, quaint lots. And the uncaring attitudes of those ensconced in big city life for people who take the time to learn more about you.
For the spirits that resided in this once thriving riverboat town so long ago, their eternal peace is to hang out in the very place they did when they were alive. Whether they roam the streets or nearby woods, sit quietly unseen on porch swings, or hang out in the very rooms where they used to live, they have no desire to move on. And I definitely don’t blame them. I didn’t want to leave either.
