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Fallen Gods (Fallen Gods 1) by Rachel Van Dyken-review tour

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Fallen Gods (Fallen Gods 1) by Rachel Van Dyken-review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date December 2, 2025

hey said the Gods were myth. That the Giants were only stories told around dying fires. They lied.

The Gods aren’t dead—they’re only sleeping, locked in mortal bodies, scattered across the world, waiting for the right spark to wake them. And my father is the most ruthless of them all.

He raised me to obey. To bleed. To be his blade when the time came. Now he’s sending me to Endir University, a place filled with ancient bloodlines and deadly secrets, to steal back Mjolnir, the hammer of legend. If I fail, everyone I love dies.

But Aric Erikson wasn’t part of the plan. He’s the enemy’s heir. Distant. Dangerous. And…the one person I can’t afford to fall for. He’s closed himself off completely behind a wall of ice, but the more I’m ordered to unravel him, the harder it becomes to remember where the lies end and I begin.

There’s only a mission I never chose—and a man I was never meant to love—standing between me and a war that will decide the fate of the world.

But if I’m the spark, maybe he’s the fuse. And the Gods? They’re about to wake up angry.

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REVIEW:FALLEN GODS is this first instalment in Rachel Van Dyken’s contemporary, new adult FALLEN GODS fantasy, romance series, loosely based on Norse Mythology. This is Rey, daughter of Odin, and Aric Erikson’s story line.

NOTE: Due to the nature of the story ine premise, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Rey and Aric) FALLEN GODS follows Rey as she has been enrolled in Endir University, wherein she has been ordered to find Mjolnir, Thor’s missing hammer. Her target is Aric Erikson, a young man whose family controls Endir University, and a man who, two years earlier, humiliated our heroine, in front of family and friends. Aric and Rey despise one another but are forced to endure a series of tests, tests that will reveal the runes of power, revealing the gods and giants who have been hidden for so long.Realizing the tepid friendship barely hides a palpable sexual attraction our couple realize they have been played by everyone in their lives, pawns to be used as a means to regain power and control.

The world building is detailed and complex as the story line is woven with Norse mythology, and modern day criminal underworld, blending folklore and fantasy in a world created to tell a story of betrayal and love.

The relationship between Rey and Aric is tempestuous at best: enemies to friends to lovers in a story blending Norse gods, giants, and dysfunctional family dynamics. As Rey and Aric work together in an effort to reveal the hidden runes, a familiarity and friendship leads to love and acceptance. The $ex scenes are limited but intimate and passionate without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

There is a large ensemble cast of colorful, questionable and energetic secondary and supporting characters many of whom are not as they appear to be. Odin is determined to take back Thor’s hammer but there are other waiting on the sidelines to reclaim what rightfully belongs.

FALLEN GODS is a story of power and control, betrayal and vengeance, secrets and lies, family and obsession, mythology and folklore, acceptance and love. The character driven premise is intriguing, magical and dramatic yet reminds me of the author’s Eagle Elite series. ; the romance is fated and edgy; the characters are animated, brooding, determined and stubborn. FALLEN GODS ends on a happily ever after-for now, there is must more story to tell.

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Reviewed by Sandy

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Rachel Van Dyken is the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today Bestselling author of regency and contemporary romances. When she’s not writing you can find her drinking coffee at Starbucks and plotting her next book while watching The Bachelor.

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Ember Eternal by Chloe Neill – a Review

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Ember Eternal by Chloe Neill – a Review

 

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A new romantasy, following a thief whose dramatic encounter with an assassin and a crown bodyguard (who happens to be a royal in disguise) launches her into a world of swirling palace intrigue.

Fox is a thief with morals—she steals from those who can afford it and only a little at that. She has no choice. Fox and her three closest companions entered into indentured servitude to the Lady, a mysterious noble with widespread political power by questionable means, in order to pay off familial debts. While searching for an easy mark in town, Fox helps a royal bodyguard fend off a would-be assassin’s attack on a prince’s life.

But what started off as protecting the prince out of good conscience has now unwittingly embroiled this thief in a vast world of politics, high stakes, and romance. And though Fox longs to be free of her debts, she must decide if love is its own kind of cage.

 

 

Review:

Ember Eternal by Chloe Neill is the first book in her new Romantasy series, Souls Burn Brightest. Fox, our heroine, is a 20-year-old, talented thief, who only steals from those who have money. She and her best friend, Wren, are bonded to a wealthy Lady, to pay off their family’s debts. Fox also has the ability to see Aether, giving her energy toward the Aetheric Realm, which is a type of invisible magic.

The land of Carethia, is ruled by the Emperor Eternal, with 4 sons ruling different regions.  The Western Prince arrives at the Western Stronghold to fill the position that has been empty for a while after the death of the last Prince. Fox ends up saving the prince (Nik) from an assassination attempt at the market, since she can see what is happening before anyone else. There is the villain, who is using Aether and Anima to try to overthrow the system, and Fox is the only one who can detect Aether, saving the attempt at the Prince’s life.    

Fox is close to her friends, Wren and a spirit guardian, Luna. With several assassination attempts against Nik, she knows that the magic practitioner will stop at nothing to achieve his goals. Fox will assist with the guards in catching the foe.

I really loved the banter between Fox and Nik, who I have begun to slowly become close to each other.  I also adored Wren and Galen. I loved Luna, who was always able to quickly find Fox. As we get closer to the end, Fox will learn some truths about her past; that will change things in the end.

Ember Eternal blended romance, rebellion, danger, chaos, banter, action, secrets and magic. This was a terrific romantasy based on a simmering romance and thriller.  Ember Eternal was so very well written by Chloe Neill.  I can’t wait for the next book.

Reviewed by Barb

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Mountain Fire (Elven Kingdoms 4) by Donna Grant-review

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Mountain Fire (Elven Kingdoms 4) by Donna Grant-review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date November 11, 2025

He’s the fire I crave—and the danger I can’t escape.

I entered a hidden city of power and secrets, only to find myself consumed by him. Body and soul.

Strong, unyielding, and impossible to resist, he commands everything around him—including me. Every movement, every word, every heated glance pulls me deeper into his orbit.

His touch scorches, his gaze dragging me closer to the edge where passion and danger collide.

Darkness lurks around every corner, but desire is the deadliest temptation. I never meant to surrender my heart.

But some flames are impossible to fight.

And in this world of shadows and lies, I must face what’s burning between us before it destroys us both.

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REVIEW:MOUNTAIN FIRE is the fourth instalment in Donna Grant’s adult ELVEN KINGDOMS paranormal/ fantasy series- a spin off from the author’s numerous interconnected Dragon Kings and Dark Kings series. This is human female Inej, and Mountain Elf Manu’s story line. MOUNTAIN FIRE can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty but for backstory and cohesion I recommend reading the series in order. Several characters cross over from the other series for familiarity.

SOME BACKGROUND: The Elven Kingdoms are being threatened, and their people, including young children and women are going missing. There is the torture and trafficking of humans and elves, and the existence of Moon, Star, Dark , Mountain and Wood Elves as well as Healers and Readers. Someone is abducting and forcing the elves and humans into slavery, and there are those working from within and from the outside hoping to rescue and make a change. The Council of Masters continues to seek power and control, while the DIA (Defense Intelligence Agency) and the CCD (Counter Corruption Division) work diligently to find the people involved.

Told from several omniscient third person perspectives including Inej and Manu, MOUNTAIN FIRE follows in the wake of the rescue of our story line heroine, a woman sent on a mission to destroy a man she believes is responsible for the pain and suffering of so many lives but Inej is unaware of the truth, and our heroine will find herself falling in love, and at the mercy of the Elf whom she was sent to kill. Manu suspected Inej was hiding a secret; her arrival in the mountains felt forced and unprepared but Manu felt a pull to the woman who had the capability of breaking his heart. As the threats to his people became more deadly and dangerous, someone else was taking aim at the woman with whom Manu was falling in love.

The world building focuses on the protection of the Elves, and the rescue of the most vulnerable. Manu is a warrior determined to take down the people responsible but the threats are becoming more personal, taking aim at our story line heroine.

The relationship between Manu and Inej is predicated upon a lie; Inej was sent to destroy the man she believes was responsible for the loss of so many lives, and in the end, it will be someone else more powerful and determined to ravage a community struggling to survive. Inej never expected to fall in love with her target, but falling in love meant walking away and losing it all. The $ex scenes are seductive and passionate without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

There is a large ensemble cast of supernaturally diverse secondary and supporting characters including several types of Elves, as well as the appearance of Con, King of the Dragons, and his mate Rhi.

MOUNTAIN FIRE is a story of power and control, betrayal and vengeance, secrets and lies, family and friendships, relationships and love. The premise is intriguing and captivating; the romance is spirited; the characters are determined, desperate and magical.

 

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
Rising Sun
Dark Heart
Storm Wood

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Reviewed by Sandy

Donna Grant is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the sizzling Dark King series featuring dragons, immortal Highlanders, and the Fae.

She was born and raised in Texas but loves to travel. Her adventures have taken her throughout the United States as well as to Jamaica, Mexico, and Scotland. Growing up on the Texas/Louisiana border, Donna’s Cajun side of the family taught her the “spicy” side of life while her Texas roots gave her two-steppin’ and bareback riding.

Despite deadlines and voracious reading, Donna still manages to keep up with her two children, four cats, and one long haired Chihuahua.

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Turns of Fate by Anne Bishop – a Review

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Turns of Fate by Anne Bishop – a Review

 

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Words have power. Intentions matter.

Most people come to Destiny Park for entertainment. They come to have their cards read to tell them a bit about their future. They come to walk through a beautiful park and to eat at the hotel’s restaurant. They come in the hope of catching a glimpse of the Arcana, the paranormal beings who rule the Isle of Wyrd.

But some people come to make a bargain with the Arcana—to change their fate. And some people come for dark purposes.

When Detective Beth Fahey is sent to Destiny Park to inquire about a “ghost gun,” she will begin a strange journey on which she must learn to navigate the Arcana’s unforgiving laws and dangerous attractions. Her search will draw her into seemingly impossible cases and the secrets of her own past as tensions rise between the Arcana and their human neighbors across the river.

For the Isle of Wyrd is a place where the dead ride trains to their final destinations, predators literally become prey, and seekers’ true natures are revealed in the ripples of destiny unknowingly stirred in their wakes.

Who will live? Who will die? And who will be lost in between? 

 

 

Review:

Turns of Fate by Anne Bishop is the first book in her new Isle of Wyrd series. People come to Destiny Park for entertainment, have their cards ready to tell them a bit about their future; they walk through the  beautiful park and to eat at the hotel’s restaurant. They come in the hope of catching a glimpse of the Arcana, the paranormal beings who rule the Isle of Wyrd.

New Detective Beth Fahey has just moved to Penwych to join the 13th precinct, as they are liaisons between human laws and Arcana.  The town is the closest to the Isle of Wyrd, where many humans cross the river on the Ferry to view the gardens in Destiny Park. Beth works for Captain Forrester, who runs the 13th District, which is also in the Fate River.

Beth ends up with the short straw, as she must take the ferry to the Isle of Wyrd, to get answers. She meets Lucas Frost, the Sorcerer King or leader of the Isle of Wyrd, warning her about the Arcana bargains, which could come with severe consequences. Those who sneak onto the island, walk through the moon gates, can find themselves lost and never found again or get help to hide when necessary.  People come to have their palms read or ask Ladies Three to look into their futures.  Arcana will help, but there is a cost. Arcana sees justice, right and wrong differently than humans, having their own rules.   

A gang of boys’ capture Captain Forrester son’s (Colin) to bully on the island, and things went very wrong with the boys finding serious actions and bodies discovered. Colin will find a place in Arcana to be safe and become happy to learn about the jobs he helps with; until he will eventually be free.

Beth is smart, tough, inquisitive, and had an abusive childhood with a caretaker. We learn more about Beth’s truly powerful protectors, which the Ladies Three project that she is one of them.  They know the protectors have been looking after her since she was a child, as they know there is something different about Beth. Along the way, Beth learns more about herself and her past.  

Turns of Fate was a fabulous story, filled with suspense, police investigations, diverse characters, violence, abuse, greed, bullying, in this fantasy world.  Turns of Fate was very well written by Anne Bishop.   I am a big fan of Anne Bishop and have read and loved all her books. I look forward to more from the Isle of Wyrd.

Reviewed by Barb

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The Seventh Champion by Sylvia Mercedes – a Review

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The Seventh Champion by Sylvia Mercedes – a Review

 

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Swept from her quiet life as an apothecary’s apprentice to the treacherous court of the High King, Rosie Harpwood is shocked to discover she is the long-lost daughter of the demonic Dragon Queen. Reawakening her dormant magic is the kingdom’s only hope for salvation, but the journey is perilous, and she’ll need a champion to guide her. So the High King hosts a series of trials to determine which prince is worthy of the honor — as well as claiming Rosie’s hand in marriage.

Rosie, however, has other ideas.

A talented healer and lover of small, fluffy creatures, Rosie wants nothing to do with demon queens or saving the world. Determined to escape this fate, she joins forces with one of the champions to plot her getaway. Prince Valtar may be enigmatic and a little bit terrifying, but something about him makes her blood burn in ways that have nothing to do with her dragon heritage.

Trained from youth to serve the Dragon Queen, Valtar has proven himself a ruthless assassin. Posing as a suitor to get close enough to his target shouldn’t be a problem. But Valtar wasn’t planning on his target being Rosie, the girl he failed to assassinate years ago . . . who has haunted his dreams ever since.

 

 

Review:

The Seventh Champion (The Dragon Queen Dulogy) by Sylvia Mercedes is a duology. Swept from her quiet life as an apothecary’s apprentice to the treacherous court of the High King, Rosie Harpwood is shocked to discover she is the long-lost daughter of the demonic Dragon Queen. Reawakening her dormant magic is the kingdom’s only hope for salvation. Rosie has no desire to become a sacrificial princess; and only wants to be a healer, especially of vulnerable animals.

Determined to escape this fate, she joins forces with one of the champions to plot her getaway. There was instant attraction between Rosie and Valtar, the love interest. Prince Valtar may be enigmatic and a little bit terrifying, but something about him makes her blood burn in ways that have nothing to do with her dragon heritage. Valter’s backstory is heart-wrenching, and truly torn, creating a battle within himself. Trained from youth to serve the Dragon Queen, Valtar has proven himself to be a ruthless assassin. When she meets Prince Valtair there is an immediate connection. But in a short time, Valtar’s sharp edges become softened, as he teaches Rosie to protect herself

King Alderin hosts a series of trials to determine which prince is worthy of the honor. Rosie is thrown into the middle of a deadly competition for her hand in marriage, as it is a great honor for whomever wins can wrangle the title.

Rosie is such a fabulous heroine; being able to offer kindness, gentle, hopefulness, and sheer goodness. Valtar is a capable, heartless assassin but for Rosie he seems to become a different person entirely. He’s thoughtful, assisting her yet also teaching her to be independent. Her goodness brings about a change in him; a desire to see an end to the evil in the world around him.

The Seventh Champion was a delightful story, which was a fun and easy read.  The Seventh Champion was filled with intrigue, competition, slow burn romance, magic and power. This was very well written by Syliva Mercedes.  I suggest you read The Seventh Champion.

Reviewed by Barb

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Ship of Spells by H. Leighton Dickson-review

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Ship of Spells by H. Leighton Dickson-review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date November 4, 2025

She survived the wreck. Now she’s bound to a ship that shouldn’t exist – and a captain she can’t resist…

A war-scarred mage. A sentient ship. A secret that could drown empires.

Rescued from a wreck and waking aboard the Touchstone, a legendary vessel crewed by outcasts and ruled by a secretive elven captain, Ensign Honor Renn finds herself caught in a mission that could change the world.

The disaster that sank her last ship didn’t just take lives. It left something inside her, a dangerous magik everyone wants, and it’s killing her.

Now hunted by spies, princes, and privateers, Renn must decide who to trust before her power consumes her, or ignites a war that sets the sea on fire.

Ship of Spells is a fast-paced romantasy of magic, danger and slow-burn desire — perfect for fans of Samantha Shannon and epic high-seas adventure.

Tropes:

Enemies to Lovers
Slow-Burn
High-Stakes Quest
Found Family
Forced Proximity

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REVIEW: “Ship of Spells” is an enchanting blend of romance, magic, and adventure set against the backdrop of the high seas. H. Leighton Dickson has crafted a tale that whisked me away into a world where danger lurks beneath the waves and desire simmers like a brewing storm.

Ensign Honor Renn, is a relatable and strong character. After surviving a devastating shipwreck, she finds herself aboard the Touchstone, a legendary vessel with a crew of misfits and a captain wrapped in mystery. The fact that the ship is sentient adds a fascinating twist and offers a unique perspective on the adventures that unfold.

As Honor grapples with the remnants of her past and the dangers of her burgeoning magic, the stakes couldn’t be higher.

The enemies-to-lovers trope is my favourite. The initial tension between Honor and the elven captain is electric, as their contrasting personalities create sparks that ignite an undeniable chemistry. Their relationship develops slowly, fueled by the forced proximity of their circumstances.

It might be a slow burn romance, but the story kept me on the edge of my seat.

The crew of the Touchstone, each with their unique backstories, comes together to form a bond that i absolutely adored. Their diverse abilities and quirks added to the story, providing both comic relief and depth during tense moments.

The world building is exquisite, transporting us to a realm filled with magical elements and political intrigue. The high stakes quest keeps the plot moving swiftly, ensuring we are consistently drawn into the next thrilling challenge. The action is well paced, shifting effortlessly between moments of intense danger and tender character interactions.

Overall, “Ship of Spells” is a captivating adventure that combines romance and fantasy.

It’s a perfect read for fans who delight in epic high seas escapades.

With its well written characters, gripping plot, and a romance that simmers just right.

Set sail on this magical journey you won’t want to miss it!

🦋 Reviewed by Julie

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BLACKTHORN by JT Geissinger-review

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BLACKTHORN by JT Geissinger-review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date November 4, 2025

You never forget your first love. Especially when he’s also your worst nightmare.

Twelve years ago, Maven Blackthorn fled her small hometown, leaving behind the wreckage of her mother’s suspicious death. But now, drawn back for her grandmother’s funeral, Maven steps onto Blackthorn soil once more, only to find herself thrust into a fresh nightmare: her grandmother’s body has vanished.

The Blackthorns immediately suspect the Crofts—the ruthless titans of Croft Pharmaceuticals, whose bitter blood feud with the Blackthorns has spanned generations. But when Maven comes face-to-face with Ronan Croft, the son of her mother’s suspected killer and the only man she ever loved, she discovers the forbidden passion they once shared is as alive—and dangerous—as ever.

As long-buried family secrets claw their way to the surface, betrayal lurks behind every whisper, and old vendettas ignite anew. The deeper Maven digs for answers, the more treacherous the game becomes. And the one man she can never seem to escape is hiding a truth that could burn their whole world down.

In a town where the dead won’t stay buried, is love salvation…or the deadliest game of all?

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REVIEW: BLACKTHORN by JT Geissinger is a contemporary, adult, gothic, fantasy thriller focusing on museum curator Dr. Maven Blackthorn, and billionaire heir to Croft Pharmaceuticals Ronan Croft.

NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there WILL BE triggers for more sensitive readers.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Maven and Ronan) BLACKTHORN follows in the wake of the death of Maven’s beloved grandmother. Returning to her hometown of Solstice Vermont, with her daughter Bea in tow, Maven is about to discover the reality of the world in which she grew up. When her grandmother’s body goes missing from the morgue, Maven begins a search for the truth, a truth that will reveal the secrets that are buried in Solstice Vermont beginning with the man she once loved, a man who is more than he appears to be.

The world building follows Maven Blackthorn upon her return to Solstice, wherein she will come face to face with the demons from her past and the present. Having loved Ronan Croft, then finding herself pushed out of his life, Maven is struggling to come to terms with the truth, and a reality that is more fantasy than real life. Researching the history of Solstice, and her own family past, the converging secrets and lies are tied to centuries of suspicious deaths.

The relationship between Maven and Ronan is one of second chances but Maven is unable to trust Ronan’s intent, and once again, our hero will push away the woman he has always loved. The Sex scenes are aggressive and intense.

The secondary and supporting characters include a diverse cast of questionable residents of Solstice Vermont. We are introduced to Maven’s dowager aunts Esme and Davina; Ronan’s father Elijah Croft, as well as PI Cole Walker, and Maven’s former boyfriend Ezra. The requisite evil has many faces.

BLACKTHORN is a story of power and control, betrayal and vengeance, secrets and lies, murder and magic, family and relationships, forgiveness and love. The premise is dark, dramatic, edgy and gritty but there resolution leaves many questions and plot points unanswered resulting in some confusion as to the what, how and why-was everything real or was it all the result of something else ; the rekindling romance is limited but unconventional; the characters are eccentric and controversial.

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Reviewed by Sandy

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The Lady on Esplanade by Karen White – a Review

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The Lady on Esplanade by Karen White – a Review

 

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People and secrets from the past threaten to disrupt Nola Trenholm’s new life in New Orleans. Nola is ready to focus on starting over in the Big Easy. She wants to get back to work on the renovations of her Creole cottage, and she is eager to launch a new murder-house-flipping business with contractor, closet psychic, and part-time nemesis Beau Ryan. After a near-death ghostly encounter and the return of Beau’s missing sister, they are confident that the ghost of his mother can finally rest.

Nola believes the shotgun house on famed Esplanade Avenue is a prime fixer-upper for her first project. It may have been the site of a woman’s murder and the disappearance of an entire family, but the house will be perfect for new-to-town Cooper Ravenel—who happens to have caused Nola’s first heartbreak. 

That’s the least of Nola’s worries, though. In addition to the elusive spirit of an angry young woman who accompanied Cooper to New Orleans, the house on Esplanade has its own ghosts, including one that is becoming increasingly dangerous as he tries to hide his dark secrets.  And the wet footprints from the spirit of Beau’s mother have returned to let them know there is still unfinished business before she can rest.  Spectral danger is headed toward them, and it’s up to Nola to convince Beau to help before it’s too late. .

 

 

 

Review:

The Lady on Esplanade by Karen White is the 3rd book in her Royal Street series. Nola Trenholm is renovating her new home in New Orleans, with vengeful ghosts, psychic gifts, unsolved murders; with her business partner and reluctant psychic, Beau Ryan. We meet a few new characters and get to know some old characters a bit better, with each of them playing major parts in the story, adding charm & humor to the story.

There continued to be a mystery surrounding Beau’s family, and Nola’s determination to discover the truths behind the Esplanade house.  Nola and her friend Jolene investigate a mystery involving ghostly spirits that are under renovation. The supernatural elements lead to an old murder case involving the death of Adele, with ghosts and psychics that gives us suspense and hints of danger.

I loved some of the wonderful characters, such as Sarah, who was only 13 years old, with her ability to see and hear ghosts; she was a fantastic addition, helping Nola reveal what the ghosts are telling her.  I also loved Nola’s best friend, Jolene. She too was a fun and awesome character, helping to cook for others, and helping Nola dress good.  I did like Beau, though somewhere they will eventually find a way for them to discover their real feelings.

The Lady on Esplanade is a story that is packed with tension, humor, intrigue, and suspense. What follows is the mystery as well why the ghosts continue to haunt the house on Esplanade; with Beau helping to rescue Nola.

The Lady on Esplanade was so very well written by Karen White, which was an excellent story, with a fabulous heroine in Nola. There was so much history in New Orleans, with ghosts, mystery, suspense and historical homes. Karen White once again gives us a fabulous addition to this series, and I look forward to the next book.

Reviewed by Barb

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