Here Lie The Dead by Russell Kirk

Set against the backdrop of a small, eerie town, the narrative unfolds through the eyes of a young protagonist who stumbles upon a series of mysterious events that challenge the boundaries between the living and the dead. As the protagonist delves deeper into the town's dark secrets, they uncover a chilling history of betrayal, revenge, and supernatural occurrences that have haunted the community for generations. The story weaves a tapestry of suspense and intrigue, exploring themes of mortality, justice, and the thin veil separating this world from the next.