A Bridge to Die On

Author: Fayla Ott
Genre: Dual-Time Fiction
Pages: 308
Release Date: April 11, 2025
Publisher: Heritage House Publishing

Two timelines. One haunted bridge. And a chilling reminder that some evils refuse to stay buried.

When Reese Hayden inherits her late uncle’s home on the banks of the Chunky River, she’s hoping for a fresh start. But the eerie rope hanging from the beams of Stuckey’s Bridge and the strange figure haunting its banks suggest that some histories refuse to stay hidden. As Reese navigates the pain of betrayal and isolation, she discovers the bridge holds more than local legend—it holds power.

In 1858, Catherine Porter struggles to find acceptance in a town where her past and present seem to make her invisible. Yet, as unsettling whispers and unexplained disappearances begin to surround Stuckey's Bridge, Catherine is drawn into a confrontation with darkness she never anticipated. Across two timelines, Reese and Catherine face the same chilling evil, one that feeds on isolation and fear. With spiritual battles waging unseen and the bridge at the center of it all, both women must confront the terrifying truth—that some evil is ancient, persistent, and closer than they think.

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Reviewer: Beverly Laude

This was an engaging story with dual timelines, which the author has combined in an easily readable way. In the present day, Reese Haydn has inherited her uncle’s home on the banks of the Chunky River. Hoping for a fresh start in life, she instead starts seeing strange things, including a noose hanging from Stuckey’s Bridge. She soon discovers that the area has a history of violence and evil.

In 1878, Catherine Porter struggles to find acceptance, and she also discovers that the area has a history of unexplained disappearances. Both women face the same evil, which feeds on isolation and fear. Only through faith in God can they fight off the evil that is ancient and persistent in the area. 

Be aware that there are supernatural/paranormal elements in this book involving angels and demons. Personally, I did not care for this aspect of the book. I don’t believe that humans are being manipulated by demons to do horrific things, all for the pleasure and entertainment of the demons. 

One quote from the book that will stick with me: 

“No matter how distant God may feel, or how isolated you may become, His grace is never far.”

I received a complimentary copy courtesy of the author through Interviews & Reviews for my honest opinion.

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