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The Department for Lost Souls
"Your time of living may have ended, but that isn’t the end of it all. We hope that when you find where you belong, you will be happy and make the most of it. After all, you did choose it!"From the mind of Scottish Drag Queen, Geezah Gobble, The Department for Lost Souls takes you on a journey to one eclectic afterlife. Filled with LGBTQIA+ representation, diversity, self-help, quintessential Scottish humour, and a story lead by Geezah Gobble's viral TikTok character, Gladys. There's something for everyone as we visit, gossip, and explore the world of The Department for Lost "While trying to rescue her closest friend from perilous capture, Grace suffers a fatal accident and finds herself being welcomed to the Department for Lost Souls, a world beyond her own where the Afterlife is just another day at the office. The head receptionist Gladys, a Scottish no-nonsense guru, guides Grace through her new reality while she recovers from her sudden departure.Determined to make her way back to the Land of the Living, Grace must traverse through the different departments of Purgatory, Paradise, and the Inferno to reach into history and resurrect an ancient deity, against Gladys’ wisdom.Is sacrificing everything in death worth more than life itself, or is the price too great for the colourful friends and foes Grace meets along the way?"“5***** stars, a wonderful adventure!Completely unbiased…” - Mum“Heart warming and life changing!” - Michael Madeupman“Quintessential Scottish humour, an absolute page turner!” - Nostradamus
252 pages, Paperback
Published April 25, 2024
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April 25, 2024
Overall a solid read.
Just finished it after an all-nighter. Initial impressions are that it’s an immersively fun read with maybe a few nitpicks. Those con’s don’t diminish the sheer SHIMMERS of fun that the pro’s display. Gladys is in full force every time she’s on the pages. The main character could do with some more, well, character but her motives are solid and the story interesting enough to keep you hooked for the duration. Looking forward to more from Geezah 🫶🏾
Just finished it after an all-nighter. Initial impressions are that it’s an immersively fun read with maybe a few nitpicks. Those con’s don’t diminish the sheer SHIMMERS of fun that the pro’s display. Gladys is in full force every time she’s on the pages. The main character could do with some more, well, character but her motives are solid and the story interesting enough to keep you hooked for the duration. Looking forward to more from Geezah 🫶🏾
April 26, 2024
Wow, just wow!
I couldn't put it down. It is a wild ride, from beginning to end. Excellent read, and so heartwarming.
I hope that there is more than a sequel in the works because I want to sit with Gladys, have a wee cuppa and spill the tea.
To the author, Thank You for taking a pain day and making it a joyfilled place to be with your writing. I will be buying a paper copy as soon as I can.
I couldn't put it down. It is a wild ride, from beginning to end. Excellent read, and so heartwarming.
I hope that there is more than a sequel in the works because I want to sit with Gladys, have a wee cuppa and spill the tea.
To the author, Thank You for taking a pain day and making it a joyfilled place to be with your writing. I will be buying a paper copy as soon as I can.
June 17, 2024
I couldn’t put it down. I just needed to know what happened next. Really enjoyed the book. I follow DLS on tik tok and recognised quite a few of the characters in the book. I could hear Gladys chatting away ‘my lovelies’ Well Geezah I hope you’re writing the sequel because that was one helluva of an ending. Think we need a cuppy and a chat
August 4, 2024
Can’t wait for another book!
This book was absolutely enthralling! I borrowed it on Kindle Unlimited but absolutely going to purchase a copy for my bookshelf now! The story line was great and easy to follow. It kept my attention, which is not easy to do. There’s adventure and some tugs on the hearts strings in it. I have always adored Gladys from TikTok.
This book was absolutely enthralling! I borrowed it on Kindle Unlimited but absolutely going to purchase a copy for my bookshelf now! The story line was great and easy to follow. It kept my attention, which is not easy to do. There’s adventure and some tugs on the hearts strings in it. I have always adored Gladys from TikTok.
May 2, 2024
This was just gonna be a 4 star, nothing wrong with it. I loved it...but that ending?! That ending made it a 5 star in my opinion.
Geezah, Gladys, if you read this...we need a wee chat and I need the next book yesterday. Beautiful!
Geezah, Gladys, if you read this...we need a wee chat and I need the next book yesterday. Beautiful!
May 21, 2024
This is a very niche book for me because during COVID, I stumbled upon this drag queen on TikTok who created this world and characters revolving around the Department for Lost Souls. Combining elements of mythology, the Afterlife/Underworld, and of course amazing LGBTQ+ characters, it became a safe space that I found comfort in when scrolling.
I honestly forgot they were writing a book, so when I found this, I was so excited!!! It was so cool to see all the characters come to life and all the Halls/Departments/Regions in depth. It was super cute, even tho that Grace was AN IDIOT AND NAIVE AND DROVE ME CRAZY. DONT YOU KNOW GLADYS KNOWS ALL!? :D 2.5/5
I honestly forgot they were writing a book, so when I found this, I was so excited!!! It was so cool to see all the characters come to life and all the Halls/Departments/Regions in depth. It was super cute, even tho that Grace was AN IDIOT AND NAIVE AND DROVE ME CRAZY. DONT YOU KNOW GLADYS KNOWS ALL!? :D 2.5/5
May 5, 2024
DLS is a thorough good adventure
Gladys became my favorite eons ago on tiktok. It was wonderful to see what a day (or so) in her life was like. Such a Beautiful soul that everyone needs to have on speed dial. I fussed at Grace, with various levels of frustration, but fell in love with her innocence. The many characters were easily envisioned by their descriptions. I would love to hang out with all of them and chat about their life's adventures. I would certainly bring a mug for the mug thief, and nuts and flowers for the nut. I look forward to future DLS adventures.
Gladys became my favorite eons ago on tiktok. It was wonderful to see what a day (or so) in her life was like. Such a Beautiful soul that everyone needs to have on speed dial. I fussed at Grace, with various levels of frustration, but fell in love with her innocence. The many characters were easily envisioned by their descriptions. I would love to hang out with all of them and chat about their life's adventures. I would certainly bring a mug for the mug thief, and nuts and flowers for the nut. I look forward to future DLS adventures.
September 16, 2024
I liked this story but please, when someone goes by something, they go PAST it, not passed it. Once or twice would be fine but it's every single time. The sentence: 'Everybody shouting at each other to get passed' is what did me in. 'Fighting for piece' was the final straw. Errors like this rip me completely out of the story and take away from it.
The brightside I suppose is I am hooked enough to read more if/when they come. I really do love stories like this and it will be fun to watch the author grow.
The brightside I suppose is I am hooked enough to read more if/when they come. I really do love stories like this and it will be fun to watch the author grow.
May 12, 2024
Fantastic Story
I have been following @geezahgobble Department of Lost Souls on Tiktok for awhile and I was eagerly anticipating this story. It did not disappointt! Gladys your voice came through loud and clear!! Cannot wait for the next installment!
I have been following @geezahgobble Department of Lost Souls on Tiktok for awhile and I was eagerly anticipating this story. It did not disappointt! Gladys your voice came through loud and clear!! Cannot wait for the next installment!
October 6, 2024
A spirited, humorous and often slyly poignant portrayal of friendship and human identity. For anyone who has seen Gladys brim with charm on TikTok, this book is a fuller illustration of how three dimensional and wonderfully human she is. A really great accoutrement to long travel days.
May 24, 2025
A wholesome / devastating read which is a wild combination! Clearly an effort has been made to include characters that truly represent everyone.
I really enjoyed this very interesting view of the afterlife! Not one I’d ever heard before and thought it was well thought out
I really enjoyed this very interesting view of the afterlife! Not one I’d ever heard before and thought it was well thought out
May 4, 2024
Wonderful!
Love the videos they do! I saw that they released a book and had to read it!!!!!! So much fun to read!!!!
Love the videos they do! I saw that they released a book and had to read it!!!!!! So much fun to read!!!!
May 6, 2024
A Cliffhanger!
I’ve followed Gladys on TikTok from the first time I came across their account. I hope it won’t be too long before we find out what happens next.
I’ve followed Gladys on TikTok from the first time I came across their account. I hope it won’t be too long before we find out what happens next.
May 18, 2024
what a fun read!
I enjoyed this story so much! It was fun, exciting, lovely all around. I fell in love with Gladys on TikTok and enjoyed spending more time with her!
I enjoyed this story so much! It was fun, exciting, lovely all around. I fell in love with Gladys on TikTok and enjoyed spending more time with her!
January 31, 2025
Omg read this in one afternoon
Omg I haven't laughed this hard while reading in quite a while. I read this one afternoon and thoroughly enjoyed it.eagerly awaiting the next book.
Omg I haven't laughed this hard while reading in quite a while. I read this one afternoon and thoroughly enjoyed it.eagerly awaiting the next book.
September 9, 2024
Always guessing what will happen next
I enjoyed this book so much. It brings to “life” some of the characters that are oftentimes mentioned in skits. I was kept guessing on several occasions. I didn’t want to put the book down. There were a few twists and turns that weren’t expected. I will always make sure to keep a hand on my mug when I, hopefully, read the next book.
I enjoyed this book so much. It brings to “life” some of the characters that are oftentimes mentioned in skits. I was kept guessing on several occasions. I didn’t want to put the book down. There were a few twists and turns that weren’t expected. I will always make sure to keep a hand on my mug when I, hopefully, read the next book.
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