For generations, the Barfraner family has built barns-but never finished them.From the haunted forests of 19th-century Germany to the storm-lashed hills of modern Missouri, the Barfraners have lived by a single, unbreakable rule: always leave one corner brace undone. The unfinished "ear" is their shield against a curse that whispers through the wood, a legacy of secrets, sacrifice, and supernatural danger.Now, as the family gathers for a long-overdue reunion, the old whispers grow louder. Children hear their names called from the beams. Shadows stir in the unfinished frames. And when a legendary violinist arrives, drawn by music only he can hear, the Barfraners must face the truth behind their family's curse-and the ancient power that wants to claim them all.As storms gather over Branson and the curse spreads beyond the barns to the very heart of the town, the Barfraners must unite across generations. Their only hope lies in the strength of their bonds, the wisdom of their ledger, and the courage to stand together when the final performance begins.A sweeping, atmospheric tale of family, folklore, and unfinished business, this is the story of the Barfraners-and the haunting that will not let them go.