pol.ter.geist (noun): 'Noisy spirit'; source of disturbances of paranormal origin. In a retirement community in the desert of southern Arizona, Jack and Chloe Monroe have an unwanted guest. What once appeared merely strange has now taken on sinister overtones. What once seemed a curiosity now seems terrifying. Paranormal researcher Dr. Luke Jackson reluctantly takes up the investigation and finds himself drawn into a series of unexplained events at the Monroe house. Time is against Luke. He has just one week to unravel the mystery before he must return home. The Hidden Whisper offers a rare opportunity to enter the intriguing world of the paranormal through the eyes of Luke Jackson. Written by real life parapsychologist Dr. JJ Lumsden, the fictional narrative is combined with extensive endnotes and references that cover Extra Sensory Perception, Psychokinesis, Haunts, Out of Body Experiences and more. A must-read book for anyone who wants to learn about the paranormal. - A reissue of the 2008 book. Reviews. ".a fascinating book. an excellent introduction to the different aspects of parapsychology. Lumsden writes with wit and insight" Tucson Citizen "An extremely well-written and suspenseful page-turner from real life parapsychologist JJ Lumsden. " Yoga Magazine ".intriguing and well written. an appealing blend of science and detective story. " Paranormal Magazine ".a ghost investigation novel that has all the elements of a good detective mystery and spooky thriller.an engrossing haunting tale. an informative overview of the current theories on the phenomena. " paranormal.about.com. "This book works on many levels, an excellent introduction to the concepts current in the field of parapsychology. at best you may learn something new, and at worst you'll have read a witty and well-written paranormal detective story. " Parascience.org.uk