Bookishmom4ever

Summary: Spiritualism and mediums are rampant in London, Theda is just another in the crowd of fakes trying to survive. When she is hired by a solicitor to help a pregnant widow who feels haunted by an evil spirit she can’t say no. With the help of a paranormal scientist who would be happy to prove Theda is a fake they begin to investigate. Soon they realize it isn’t spirits at all but a person.

Thoughts: I really enjoyed this book! Theda is a lovable character, even though her own life has been filled with hardship she generally cares about people. This was a fun mystery that bordered on being a thriller. The ending was amazing and I cannot wait to read book two.

Where to begin? I was granted a copy of this novel by the author. I love a good spooky story and was excited to dive in. This novel far exceeded my expectations. The five main characters were funny and so relatable. We all had a friend like one of them in high school. The book gave IT vibes in all the best ways. The town of Blackshore is haunted or cursed, heck maybe even both. Every summer, children disappear. Stories of an evil pirate captain are common knowledge, and the high school even teaches a class about the folklore, missing children, and theories.

When Autumn disappears, her boyfriend Jesse and bandmates Jamie, Tanner, Noah, and Felix are desperate to find her. For days, she is trapped in the bowels of the caves, living through hell, and even when free, life doesn't go back to normal. Once the tide calls your name, that is it. All are seeing and hearing things that aren't there. Friendships are tested, relationships are put to the test, and not everyone may get a happy ending. I, for one, can not wait to dive back into Blackshore, but I won't be answering back if I hear the tide call my name.

This book is perfect for lovers of horror and ghost stories!