There’s Treasure Someplace. I just know it.
Where to Dig? |
According to legend, in the 1600s the ownership of Leap Castle passed on to the Darby family. Actually an O’Carroll daughter fell in love with a Darby and married him. That’s a huge change in the family pattern, isn’t it? Love. Marriage. Not hate and murder.
Anyway, during the English Civil War, one of the Darby’s buried a considerable treasure somewhere on the grounds. Can you guess what happened to the two servants who helped him? Yep. Two more ghosts–probably grumpy ones–joined the cast of many others.
The story is that no one has found the treasure yet.
Next week: the story of the Elemental Spirit of Leap Castle. Brrrrr!
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Alyce Eccentrick says
Oops, forgot to mention, I am visiting from the blogging from A through Z road trip. http://alicesgrandadventures.blogspot.com
Alyce Eccentrick says
Wow! An entire book in a month! That's an amazing feat. The author must have imagination that works on command and fingers that can fly through the keyboard! I haven't even succeeded in writing any sort of book…
klahanie says
Hey celebrity author, Lee,
Thought it was about time that I Leap over to your must-read blog site. I can only imagine how much thumb-twiddling you've been doing waiting in anticipation of the arrival of shy, humble me and one of my highly cherished comments.
Great post! Thanks for sharing! Following!
I shall, along with a ghost sniffing dog, uncover that treasure.
Time to learn more about Desiree Holt. Nothing like a bit of Erotica.
Your castle stories Leap out at me!
Isn't "Civil War" an oxymoron?
Yes, as per usual, I'm your starstruckest fan!
Shy and humble, Gary……
sage says
Buried treasure gives us hope (as does being the oldest writer of erotica would give hope in another realm of life)
Loni Townsend says
Oooh, hidden treasure guarded by ghosts?! That sounds like fun!
Great picture!
Alexa S. Winters says
Hehe, yeah that is a change! Of course, since the story switches directly back to ghosts, I guess they couldn't stay away for long. 😉
Alexa
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C. Lee McKenzie says
You're right. The reputation demanded a switch back to rotten.
Melissa says
One book a month?
I'll be doing well when I can get one published in less than a year. >.<
C. Lee McKenzie says
I know. I can't imagine that.
Medeia Sharif says
Desiree has an amazing career with her list of accomplishments. That's one hot cover, too.
I love your Ireland posts.
C. Lee McKenzie says
I'm glad the posts are fun. And I agree that her cover sizzles!
M Pax says
Congrats to Desiree!
Great treasure and ghost story. Marrying for love wasn't common until recent history. Our ancestors must think us odd. I recently joined a local ghost hunting group. I'll be posting about it in a couple of weeks.
C. Lee McKenzie says
A ghost hunting group? I can't wait to hear about this next adventure.
Mason Canyon says
Buried treasure and a castle, oh that could lead to so many interesting tales even without the ghosts being involved. Wonder what the treasure was? As for Desiree, I'm just amazed that she writes so many books a year. WOW!
C. Lee McKenzie says
The treasure might be disappointing in this day and age. And, yes, she's a busy writer!
DMS says
The buried treasure sounds like fun and a mystery i would have wanted to solve as a kid. 🙂
I agree- hats off to Desiree! What a hard worker and she is dedicated too! 🙂
~Jess
C. Lee McKenzie says
You could turn your super sleuth loose on this one, Jess. 🙂
Misha Gericke says
You know… something tells me I wouldn't want that treasure even if I could find it. 😉
C. Lee McKenzie says
You're the first to write that, and you make a good point.
Dianne K. Salerni says
Leap Castle has a fascinating history!
And you cracked me up over the "oldest living writer of erotica" and "grandmother who plays with Barbie and Ken." With handcuffs, no doubt!
C. Lee McKenzie says
I know. The images are captivating, aren't they?
TBM says
Getting my shovel! When I was a kid I used to bury treasure and then would draw a map and dig it up. Pure entertainment that only a kid could love 🙂
C. Lee McKenzie says
You've got experience! You're hired.
Hilary Melton-Butcher says
Hi Lee – buried treasure sounds an interesting hunting ground .. poor servants – they do a good deed and then get killed for it!
Cheers and congratulations to Desiree … Hilary
C. Lee McKenzie says
It's always the good guys that take it in the shorts, isn't it?
Stephen Tremp says
Castles. Legends. Ghosts. They offer no end to opportunities for a story of many genres. Add in high tech stuff, and you have the makings of a mighty fine story.
C. Lee McKenzie says
I'll have to consult with you on the high tech aspect. The rest I can work around.
Birgit says
Love all these legends and I would be renting some of those high tech gadgets to search for that loot!
C. Lee McKenzie says
You and Christine! Let me know when you do that.
Christine Rains says
I love these stories about the castle. I wonder if they'd let me on the grounds with a metal detector! Congrats to Desiree!
C. Lee McKenzie says
You might sneak one in. Getting out is the issue.
Beverly Stowe McClure says
Stories about buried treasures are always exciting. And on castle grounds with ghosts around makes it even more spooky. Love ghost stories.
C. Lee McKenzie says
Yes. You do. I think I recall some you've written.
Cherie Reich says
It sounds like someone needs to ask some of the ghosts for help on locating that treasure. Congrats to Desiree! Oh my! I remember when she was featured on CBS Sunday Morning too. That's so cool.
C. Lee McKenzie says
Good idea. Let's channel a few ghosts.
Shooting Stars Mag says
Ooh definitely a creepy castle! I do like these type of stories. 🙂
cleemckenzie says
I'll write you one 😉
cleemckenzie says
I'll write you one. 😉
Elizabeth Varadan, Author says
Wow, that castle history just unfolds more and more creepy tales, doesn't it!
cleemckenzie says
I don't think I've scratched the surface yet.
Sarah Foster says
Maybe the ghosts are guarding the treasure…
A book a month is super impressive! I can't even write a book a year.
cleemckenzie says
Can't imagine a book a month.
Patricia Lynne says
Just how many ghosts are there going to be by the time you finish telling us about this place? o.O
cleemckenzie says
I've lost count so I'm not sure.
L. Diane Wolfe says
I'd be busy looking for that buried treasure.
cleemckenzie says
I should have brought my shovel.
DEZMOND says
well, who wouldn't make a spicy pass on those pecs?
cleemckenzie says
Exactly!
Chrys Fey says
Let's go on a treasure hunt! 😉 I can impact Leap Castle as a setting in a nice paranormal romance. 🙂
cleemckenzie says
Make a happy ending.
Bish Denham says
A book a month!? Amazing. Perhaps Leap Castle could be incorporated into one of Holt's steamy novels.
C. Lee McKenzie says
Now you're thinking!
Angela Brown says
Leap Castle seems like some serious fodder for a historical speculative fiction series.
C. Lee McKenzie says
Go for it, Angela!
Susan Gourley/Kelley says
So many reasons for the ghosts to linger about and seek some revenge. I bet many people have searched for that treasure.
Susan Says
C. Lee McKenzie says
I'm sure there are holes everywhere.
nashvillecats2 says
I once lived in Ireland so this brought back memories, wonderful stories about the castle and a pleasure to read.
Yvonne.
C. Lee McKenzie says
Ireland's a beautiful place to live.
Cathrina Constantine says
I believe I signed up for your newsletter. I'll check.
Sex is like a fine wine, gets better with age…
C. Lee McKenzie says
Great, Cathrina. . .on both issues! 🙂
Alex J. Cavanaugh says
Sex at every age I say.
Surprised they haven't dug up every square inch around the castle looking for that treasure.
C. Lee McKenzie says
I wonder if the new owner isn't doing a bit of digging. I would.
Natalie Aguirre says
That castle has such interesting legends. Just signed up for your newsletter. Thought I had, but I guess not. Congrats to Desiree on her book!
C. Lee McKenzie says
I'm never sure what I've signed up for anymore! Thanks, Natalie.