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Spirits & Sleuths: Book 1 in The Harper Quinn Mystery Series
A haunted mansion, a missing sister, and spectral clues push Harper to uncover her family's dark past.
When Harper Quinn returns to the charming but eerie town of Willow Haven to clean out her grandmother's mansion, she expects to face memories and ghosts from her past.
But what she doesn't anticipate is her sister Ely's sudden disappearance on the first night they arrive.
With the local police dismissing her concerns and her only lead pointing to the enigmatic and possibly dangerous Vince, Harper's search for Ely becomes desperate.
The mansion holds secrets Harper must unravel. As she digs deeper, she encounters long-buried family mysteries and an otherworldly presence that seems intertwined with her fate.
Harper must navigate a web of spectral clues and confront her own supernatural past to save her sister before it's too late.
Spirits & Sleuths is a gripping paranormal mystery where the line between the living and the dead blurs, and every shadow hides a potential clue. Dive into a tale of familial bonds, ghostly encounters, and witty banter Perfect for readers who enjoy a blend of eerie atmospheres, suspenseful twists, and heartwarming moments.
When Harper Quinn returns to the charming but eerie town of Willow Haven to clean out her grandmother's mansion, she expects to face memories and ghosts from her past.
But what she doesn't anticipate is her sister Ely's sudden disappearance on the first night they arrive.
With the local police dismissing her concerns and her only lead pointing to the enigmatic and possibly dangerous Vince, Harper's search for Ely becomes desperate.
The mansion holds secrets Harper must unravel. As she digs deeper, she encounters long-buried family mysteries and an otherworldly presence that seems intertwined with her fate.
Harper must navigate a web of spectral clues and confront her own supernatural past to save her sister before it's too late.
Spirits & Sleuths is a gripping paranormal mystery where the line between the living and the dead blurs, and every shadow hides a potential clue. Dive into a tale of familial bonds, ghostly encounters, and witty banter Perfect for readers who enjoy a blend of eerie atmospheres, suspenseful twists, and heartwarming moments.
- GenresMysteryParanormal
202 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 2, 2024
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September 2, 2024
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This cozy mystery is perfect for an autumnal read. It's light, so you won't have to worry about overly heavy themes. I would say my one critique is that it doesn't offer anything groundbreaking that other cozies have yet to do. That said, I think if someone is just getting started in cozy mysteries this is a great one to kick off with.
This cozy mystery is perfect for an autumnal read. It's light, so you won't have to worry about overly heavy themes. I would say my one critique is that it doesn't offer anything groundbreaking that other cozies have yet to do. That said, I think if someone is just getting started in cozy mysteries this is a great one to kick off with.
April 3, 2025
This was a decent cozy mystery with a light paranormal vibe to it, which is exactly the kind of thing I like to curl up with. The stakes weren’t incredibly high, there was no complicated mystery to wrap your head around, and there wasn’t a huge cast of characters — so a nice, easy read for a weekend.
My favourite thing about this novel was definitely the setting. I’m a sucker for small towns and Victorian homes, so that was right up my alley. Harper was a decent FMC. I thought she was a little bit stupid at times, but considering she’s in a panic over the events of the novel, that’s actually quite realistic, which I appreciated.
I did not like the love interest AT ALL. Major ick. Even by the end of the novel, he hadn’t redeemed himself in the slightest in my mind. There was a different character that I would have much preferred to see Harper move into a relationship with, and while it did look like it was going that way for a minute, ultimately it didn’t happen.
The ending is definitely a compelling way to encourage readers to continue with the series. So if you’re looking for a cozy series to curl up with this winter, definitely give this one a shot!
My favourite thing about this novel was definitely the setting. I’m a sucker for small towns and Victorian homes, so that was right up my alley. Harper was a decent FMC. I thought she was a little bit stupid at times, but considering she’s in a panic over the events of the novel, that’s actually quite realistic, which I appreciated.
I did not like the love interest AT ALL. Major ick. Even by the end of the novel, he hadn’t redeemed himself in the slightest in my mind. There was a different character that I would have much preferred to see Harper move into a relationship with, and while it did look like it was going that way for a minute, ultimately it didn’t happen.
The ending is definitely a compelling way to encourage readers to continue with the series. So if you’re looking for a cozy series to curl up with this winter, definitely give this one a shot!
July 22, 2025
the spine-chilling moments really had me ☠️ cuz when i was reading the part where they were in the woods full of demons, a claw clip broke ALL BY ITSELF, i’m not kidding, i went🧍🏻♀️so now i’ll definitely sleep with my espantacucos on.
aside from that, i rlly enjoyed the concept of the story. both the plot and the writing felt repetitive tho :( which was a bit off-putting but it wasn’t enough to deter me from reading further.
la hermana me cayó mal, i’m sorry but i hate when ppl say don’t treat me like a child cuz ok, but then don’t act like one, who in their right mind gets into a stranger’s car?!?!?
roach was an unexpected surprise. at the beginning i disliked him a lotttt, he was cringey and annoying and about to cross the line of being very questionable.
however, throughout the story he grew on me iwal que con harper and while there's still a lot more to learn about him, I think it's enough to give him a second chance.
creo que i’ll keep reading this solely bc i need to know how a marriage between a ghost and a human is going to work.
aside from that, i rlly enjoyed the concept of the story. both the plot and the writing felt repetitive tho :( which was a bit off-putting but it wasn’t enough to deter me from reading further.
la hermana me cayó mal, i’m sorry but i hate when ppl say don’t treat me like a child cuz ok, but then don’t act like one, who in their right mind gets into a stranger’s car?!?!?
roach was an unexpected surprise. at the beginning i disliked him a lotttt, he was cringey and annoying and about to cross the line of being very questionable.
however, throughout the story he grew on me iwal que con harper and while there's still a lot more to learn about him, I think it's enough to give him a second chance.
creo que i’ll keep reading this solely bc i need to know how a marriage between a ghost and a human is going to work.
September 10, 2024
This is book one of the series of Harper Quinn Paranormal Mysteries. It is hard not to talk about this book but I feel like anything I say will have spoilers in it. It ends to where I am needing that next book. The details were great. The story keeps you in it all. This book has a twist that I haven’t read yet with a cozy mystery. A human who thought she ask for help with a ghost who may not be one. Marriage, drama, family drama, and so much more.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 8, 2026
In town to close up her late grandmother's house, Harper Quinn expects to spend just a day arranging and packing away the contents of the mansion. But when it becomes apparent that the job will be more than she and her sister, Ely, expected, they stay the night. In the morning, Ely is missing, and Harper finds herself aligned with her nemesis, trying to find the girl.
Truth be told, at first I wasn't sure I'd like this story, but as it unfolded, I became more and more intrigued. Once all the pieces were in place, I was absolutely hooked.
Expect a slow burn that suddenly ignites.
Truth be told, at first I wasn't sure I'd like this story, but as it unfolded, I became more and more intrigued. Once all the pieces were in place, I was absolutely hooked.
Expect a slow burn that suddenly ignites.
October 19, 2024
Good
In a world of ghosts and demons, Harper and her little sister Ely have gone to see their inheritance, their late grandmother’s estate.
Harper had planned to get in, pack it all up and sell it, but those plans are derailed first by the will, and then by the disappearance of Ely.
In order to find Ely, Harper has to face her past, and the ghosts that she left behind.
This is an enjoyable paranormal mystery, set in a world where ghosts have a variety of power levels. Roach is a powerful ghost known as a Heathen, which was quite confusing for me at first, as I thought she was using it as an epithet or curse, and then I wondered if maybe he was a Viking! Despite that initial confusing, I found myself quite fascinated with him, and his abilities, and I hope that future stories will allow us to know a bit more about him.
This is a quick, easy read, with an interesting story, and an intriguing twist on the ghostly partner trope. It’s an engaging story, and I look forward to reading more about Harper and Roach.
In a world of ghosts and demons, Harper and her little sister Ely have gone to see their inheritance, their late grandmother’s estate.
Harper had planned to get in, pack it all up and sell it, but those plans are derailed first by the will, and then by the disappearance of Ely.
In order to find Ely, Harper has to face her past, and the ghosts that she left behind.
This is an enjoyable paranormal mystery, set in a world where ghosts have a variety of power levels. Roach is a powerful ghost known as a Heathen, which was quite confusing for me at first, as I thought she was using it as an epithet or curse, and then I wondered if maybe he was a Viking! Despite that initial confusing, I found myself quite fascinated with him, and his abilities, and I hope that future stories will allow us to know a bit more about him.
This is a quick, easy read, with an interesting story, and an intriguing twist on the ghostly partner trope. It’s an engaging story, and I look forward to reading more about Harper and Roach.
April 6, 2025
Paranormal Mystery with Kidnapping
This was a different kind of romantic suspense/mystery story. It was almost gothic in nature. Harper has inherited her grandmother’s ancient Victorian mansion in a small town where she used to live. She returns to the old house with her sister Ely - and finds out she has to stay there for six months before she can do anything with it. She wants nothing more than to sell the old place, especially as there’s a demon in the attic waiting to claim her as his own. Then Ely goes missing and she has to ask the demon for help.
I can’t say I was enamored of the demon and Harper’s relationship, but he does come through for her in the end. The story itself is dark and spooky—like the old gothic stories used to be. And there was a dangling thread at the end that will lead you to reading more of the series. Overall, not a bad read - just kind of icky for me.
Recommended with cautions.
This was a different kind of romantic suspense/mystery story. It was almost gothic in nature. Harper has inherited her grandmother’s ancient Victorian mansion in a small town where she used to live. She returns to the old house with her sister Ely - and finds out she has to stay there for six months before she can do anything with it. She wants nothing more than to sell the old place, especially as there’s a demon in the attic waiting to claim her as his own. Then Ely goes missing and she has to ask the demon for help.
I can’t say I was enamored of the demon and Harper’s relationship, but he does come through for her in the end. The story itself is dark and spooky—like the old gothic stories used to be. And there was a dangling thread at the end that will lead you to reading more of the series. Overall, not a bad read - just kind of icky for me.
Recommended with cautions.
August 16, 2024
Harper goes to her home town Willow Haven where she inherited her grandmother's mansion. The day of her arrival her sister Ely goes missing. It's a nice story, easy to read and entertaining. I like the banter between Harper and Duke. A good start of this new series and I think it will get better. Oh, and also read the author’s Lizzie Blackwood series. So good.
I received an advance review copy via Booksprout and I’m leaving a voluntary and honest review.
I received an advance review copy via Booksprout and I’m leaving a voluntary and honest review.
September 1, 2024
The book, though well written, borders on the verge of cozy and creepy.
I have never read a forbidden romance before, so I found it a little weird in the beginning, though by the end I did warm up to Duke.
I might just read the next book before deciding whether I would follow the series, though people who like forbidden romance might like the book.
I received an advance copy of the book and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I have never read a forbidden romance before, so I found it a little weird in the beginning, though by the end I did warm up to Duke.
I might just read the next book before deciding whether I would follow the series, though people who like forbidden romance might like the book.
I received an advance copy of the book and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
September 4, 2024
Harper Quinn returns to the town of Willow Haven to her grandmother’s mansion which she had inherited with her sister Eloise to clean it out and was faced with memories and ghost from the past. But Ely's suddenly disappearing complicates matters. There are many secrets which are hidden and Harper has to use her supernatural powers to save her sister. A intriguing read. I enjoyed this book and recommend it to other readers .
January 29, 2026
Spirits and Sleuths
Harper and Ely have come to claim their Grandmother's home and estate. Ely disappears the first night in the mansion and Harper goes frantic trying to rescue her. To get help, Harper awakens a heathen that is in the attic or the house. Between them they search for the young girl. Harper has to agree to some old promises to get help that will cost her plenty to get Ely back!
Harper and Ely have come to claim their Grandmother's home and estate. Ely disappears the first night in the mansion and Harper goes frantic trying to rescue her. To get help, Harper awakens a heathen that is in the attic or the house. Between them they search for the young girl. Harper has to agree to some old promises to get help that will cost her plenty to get Ely back!
March 18, 2025
An inherited mansion from her grandmother wasn't what Harer expected. With her sister by her side, Harper goes to find out about the place. When Ely comes up missing, Harper is going to need the special gift she has to find Ely. Help from this world is not going to be enough. This is a quick read and a supernatural mystery that is a good one to grab.
November 18, 2025
The main character never even tried to call her sister
In the era of cell phones attached to us like another appendage, if someone went missing wouldn’t the first response be to call their cell phone? The main character never even tried to call her sister! Not once! So unbelievable my 2-stars is a gift.
In the era of cell phones attached to us like another appendage, if someone went missing wouldn’t the first response be to call their cell phone? The main character never even tried to call her sister! Not once! So unbelievable my 2-stars is a gift.
November 19, 2024
Interesting one sitting read
Totally enjoyed this light mystery with its unique twist. Refreshing to find a cozy series that is different from the "cookie cutter" characters and stories. Looking forward to next in series.
Totally enjoyed this light mystery with its unique twist. Refreshing to find a cozy series that is different from the "cookie cutter" characters and stories. Looking forward to next in series.
February 19, 2025
had me looking over my shoulder
The story started a little bit creepy, which had me looking over my shoulder constantly, but turned out to be a really good story, that apparently continues in the next addition. Definitely worth reading.
The story started a little bit creepy, which had me looking over my shoulder constantly, but turned out to be a really good story, that apparently continues in the next addition. Definitely worth reading.
May 19, 2026
Spirits and Sleuths
I enjoyed all of the characters and was intrigued by Harper and Roach's contractual relationship. The mystery was engaging. I found this to be a fun and intriguing read.
I enjoyed all of the characters and was intrigued by Harper and Roach's contractual relationship. The mystery was engaging. I found this to be a fun and intriguing read.
July 4, 2026
Almost perfect.
How did a six hundred year old ghost refer to the statement of cat on a hot tin roof. His language seems more common to the nineteen twentys. However the plot was fresh and made for a great read.
How did a six hundred year old ghost refer to the statement of cat on a hot tin roof. His language seems more common to the nineteen twentys. However the plot was fresh and made for a great read.
May 13, 2026
I enjoyed the storyline but longed to have a printed copy and a red pen. There were so many inconsistencies it kept throwing me off.
I might try a later book to see if the author/editor improve
I might try a later book to see if the author/editor improve
June 17, 2026
AN OUTSTANDING STORY AND, AND JUST HAVE TO READ THE NEXT.
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