Lincoln's Ghost

“In Lincoln’s Ghost, Brad Ricca gives us a mesmerizing mix of ghost story, political thriller, conspiracy theory, and romance. As fascinating and informative as it is entertaining, the book will make you wonder: which is more perplexing, the world beyond or the one we inhabit?” –Tracy Daugherty, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Love Song and Larry McMurtry“Original and provocative… entertains with the verve of a true showman.”-Daniel Stashower, New York Times bestselling author of American DemonPraise for Brad Ricca:

“A spellbinding true crime history that reads like a novel. It will be enjoyed by aficionados of Victorian crime novels as well as true crime fans.” –Library Journal (Starred) on Mrs. Sherlock Holmes

“A fascinating account of Grace Humiston, a pioneering attorney in the early 20th century…Her incredible life story, superbly portrayed by Ricca, is more proof that truth is stranger than fiction.” –Publisher’s Weekly on Mrs. Sherlock Holmes”[An] astonishing story… Rapid, compelling storytelling informed by rigorous research and enlivened by fecund imagination.” –Kirkus Reviews (starred) on Mrs. Sherlock Holmes

“The story of the expedition has the elements of a good thriller–desperate characters, hidden tunnels, an ancient code, and intrigues among the treasure hunters themselves–and aims for a cinematic feel.” –Wall Street Journal on True Raiders

“True Raiders represents the best kind of rollicking adventure true-life tale, lively engaging prose based on what did happen, not wild speculation bordering on fantasy.” –New York Journal of Books“Such a fun read…. Ricca manages to keep readers hooked with this true story that reads like a novel.” –Associated Press on True Raiders

BRAD RICCA is the author of the Edgar Award-nominated Mrs. Sherlock Holmes, True Raiders, Olive the Lionheart, and Super Boys, winner of the Ohioana Book Award for Nonfiction. He won the St. Lawrence Book Award for American Mastodon. Ricca lives and works in Cleveland.