In "The Challenge at the Carmichael Mansion" by Leila Sanchez, a desperate mother embarks on a treacherous 24-hour challenge in a haunted mansion to win $20 million. This chilling horror story combines an authentic protagonist, Black female representation, and a terrifying quest that could change her son's future. Will she survive to see her son again? Will she win the challenge? And, just what does 'Don't stay in the in-between' mean?

Leila Sanchez's debut novel, "The Challenge at the Carmichael Mansion", is a riveting horror tale that explores the lengths a mother will go to secure her son's future. When Melissa Foster, a single mother on the brink of homelessness, is presented with an offer she can't refuse, she embarks on a perilous 24-hour challenge in the abandoned Carmichael Mansion to win a staggering $20 million. Melissa, a well-drawn, realistic protagonist, quickly realizes the mansion harbors secrets far more ominous than she could have ever imagined. As she navigates through an escalating series of terrifying events, she must decipher cryptic warnings and confront the lurking horrors within the mansion's haunted walls. This compelling horror story is for fans of the genre who appreciate a strong, relatable, and Black female protagonist. At its core, "The Challenge at the Carmichael Mansion" is a story of maternal love, courage, and the ultimate sacrifice to secure a better life for her child.