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In Death's Company
Death comes for all, but no god can save you if you've taken Her souls.
When whispers of missing souls reach Death’s ears, she dismisses them as the usual chaos of the afterlife. After all, sometimes souls settle in to haunt or wander. But, when her Grim Reapers — the forbidden offspring of angels and demons — also begin vanishing without a trace, she fears the worst: that someone is coming for her throne.
May Haines struggles as a Green Witch and considers herself the dud of the family. She can’t keep a houseplant alive to save herself and is only halfway decent at simple spells. But fire… she can manage fire — which is certainly not a Green Witch skill.
Several suspicious deaths and unexplained murders happen in the small Arizona city of Oasis Point. May, an investigator with the Medical Examiner’s Office, begins to suspect a sinister connection to Death’s missing souls. Teaming up with the charming Homicide Detective Ethan Harding and her newfound ally, Death herself, May embarks on a gripping journey to uncover the truth behind the murders.
May will face a challenge that not only changes how she understands her magic, but her understanding of life and death itself.
Death thought she knew the worst that could happen, but she was wrong.
They all were.
When whispers of missing souls reach Death’s ears, she dismisses them as the usual chaos of the afterlife. After all, sometimes souls settle in to haunt or wander. But, when her Grim Reapers — the forbidden offspring of angels and demons — also begin vanishing without a trace, she fears the worst: that someone is coming for her throne.
May Haines struggles as a Green Witch and considers herself the dud of the family. She can’t keep a houseplant alive to save herself and is only halfway decent at simple spells. But fire… she can manage fire — which is certainly not a Green Witch skill.
Several suspicious deaths and unexplained murders happen in the small Arizona city of Oasis Point. May, an investigator with the Medical Examiner’s Office, begins to suspect a sinister connection to Death’s missing souls. Teaming up with the charming Homicide Detective Ethan Harding and her newfound ally, Death herself, May embarks on a gripping journey to uncover the truth behind the murders.
May will face a challenge that not only changes how she understands her magic, but her understanding of life and death itself.
Death thought she knew the worst that could happen, but she was wrong.
They all were.
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About the author
Natalie Johanson
4 books46 followersNatalie lives in the beautiful mountain valley of Utah with her two cats, Watson and Holmes, and her wonderful wife. She spends far too much time staring out of windows, drinking coffee, and buying books she’ll never have time to read.
Her debut novel, Shadow’s Voice, became an award-winning success, earning First Place in the Firebird Book Awards for Young Adult Fantasy and Second Place in the BookFest Awards for Action/Adventure and Magic, Myths, and Legends.
The series has continued to shine with Shadow’s Past winning Second Place in the BookFest Awards for Magic, Myths, and Legends and Second Place in the Firebird Awards for Young Adult Fantasy.
Shadow’s Fall was honored with First Place in the Firebird Awards for Young Adult Fantasy (2023) and Second Place in the BookFest Awards for Fantasy Action & Adventure, Dragons & Magical Creatures, and Magic, Myths, & Legends.
Natalie’s second series, Scythe & Souls, has also been awarded 2nd place for supernatural and urban fantasy for the writing in In Death’s Company.
Her debut novel, Shadow’s Voice, became an award-winning success, earning First Place in the Firebird Book Awards for Young Adult Fantasy and Second Place in the BookFest Awards for Action/Adventure and Magic, Myths, and Legends.
The series has continued to shine with Shadow’s Past winning Second Place in the BookFest Awards for Magic, Myths, and Legends and Second Place in the Firebird Awards for Young Adult Fantasy.
Shadow’s Fall was honored with First Place in the Firebird Awards for Young Adult Fantasy (2023) and Second Place in the BookFest Awards for Fantasy Action & Adventure, Dragons & Magical Creatures, and Magic, Myths, & Legends.
Natalie’s second series, Scythe & Souls, has also been awarded 2nd place for supernatural and urban fantasy for the writing in In Death’s Company.
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August 18, 2025
At first glance, this feels like it’s going to be a quirky rom-com setup: a witch with a bad heart and Death herself bump into each other in a near-death-experience meet-cute. But very quickly, the story peels back into something much darker and more layered. Harper (Death) is juggling the disappearance of her reapers and souls, whispers of war, and the strange little charming witch who seems tied to it all. May, a Green Witch with pretty limited powers, suddenly finds herself seeing ghosts, tangled up in suspicious murders, and reluctantly teaming up with a homicide detective she dubs “Detective Dimples.”
I adored the way the book balances its moods. There are cozy moments (like Harper and May grabbing coffee together), but they sit side by side with gruesome murders and divine politics. The relationships really shine here, whether it’s the slow-burn sapphic romance (definitely more setup than any payoff in this first installment, but I’m excited to see it deepen), May’s unlikely alliance/friendship with cinnamon roll Detective Dimples, or her complex relationship with her parents due to her chronic illness. The disability rep was also a lovely inclusion, and I appreciated how naturally it fit into the story.
One of the things I enjoyed most was the room it makes for nuance. The villain is awful, yes, but their motivations made sense, and you could see how they’d been manipulated by powers greater than themselves. It adds a layer of tragedy and complexity that I wasn’t expecting. As for the reapers and the divine hierarchy, I don’t trust anyone yet, and that’s half the fun.
My only critique is that the ending feels pretty abrupt. It ripped my heart out in the best way, but it almost doesn’t feel like an ending at all; more like someone snatched the book away just before the next chapter. Thankfully, this is just the start of a series.
If you like your urban fantasy with a unique spin on reapers and Death, this one is absolutely worth picking up.
Thank you to much to the author and R&R Booktours for the complimentary e-copy. This review is voluntary and all opinions are my own.
I adored the way the book balances its moods. There are cozy moments (like Harper and May grabbing coffee together), but they sit side by side with gruesome murders and divine politics. The relationships really shine here, whether it’s the slow-burn sapphic romance (definitely more setup than any payoff in this first installment, but I’m excited to see it deepen), May’s unlikely alliance/friendship with cinnamon roll Detective Dimples, or her complex relationship with her parents due to her chronic illness. The disability rep was also a lovely inclusion, and I appreciated how naturally it fit into the story.
One of the things I enjoyed most was the room it makes for nuance. The villain is awful, yes, but their motivations made sense, and you could see how they’d been manipulated by powers greater than themselves. It adds a layer of tragedy and complexity that I wasn’t expecting. As for the reapers and the divine hierarchy, I don’t trust anyone yet, and that’s half the fun.
My only critique is that the ending feels pretty abrupt. It ripped my heart out in the best way, but it almost doesn’t feel like an ending at all; more like someone snatched the book away just before the next chapter. Thankfully, this is just the start of a series.
If you like your urban fantasy with a unique spin on reapers and Death, this one is absolutely worth picking up.
Thank you to much to the author and R&R Booktours for the complimentary e-copy. This review is voluntary and all opinions are my own.
September 6, 2025
“Do not lecture me on my own existence, bird…I was a being before you were even a consideration.” 🖤
When several suspicious deaths in the small Arizona city of Oasis Point seem to coincide with Death's missing souls in the afterlife, May, an investigator with the Medical Examiner’s Office, gets swept up in a compelling pursuit to uncover the truth.
Brew the coffee and get your string board ready, we’ve got some “supernatural detective shit” to solve. In Death’s Company is a high-stakes urban fantasy that smoothly blends everything you love and expect from a murder mystery with the supernatural.
Lady Death, but you can call her Harper, is a coffee-loving goddess whose character is equal parts unstoppable force and vulnerable being with human-like emotions. May is a lovable and hilarious witch with a failing heart and super-limited magic. The interactions between the two, while not always happy, are wonderful to witness. I especially enjoyed Death’s brief little anecdotes about souls she has retrieved in the past (like when she tried coffee for the first time), and would have loved to have had a few more of those. The emotionally intelligent cinnamon roll that is Detective Dimples is the kind of has-your-back friend we all need in our lives, and I loved how his alliance with May evolves. All the characters are complex with layers of nuance, and you never really know who to trust at times. There is also a wonderful balance between cosy moments and the darker, more serious elements of the plot, creating a seamless flow throughout the book.
I thoroughly enjoyed this read! If you like your stakes high with mysteries to solve, and characters you want to befriend, this one is for you!
Thank you to Natalie Johanson, Tea & Dagger Publishing and NetGalley for providing me a digital ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
When several suspicious deaths in the small Arizona city of Oasis Point seem to coincide with Death's missing souls in the afterlife, May, an investigator with the Medical Examiner’s Office, gets swept up in a compelling pursuit to uncover the truth.
Brew the coffee and get your string board ready, we’ve got some “supernatural detective shit” to solve. In Death’s Company is a high-stakes urban fantasy that smoothly blends everything you love and expect from a murder mystery with the supernatural.
Lady Death, but you can call her Harper, is a coffee-loving goddess whose character is equal parts unstoppable force and vulnerable being with human-like emotions. May is a lovable and hilarious witch with a failing heart and super-limited magic. The interactions between the two, while not always happy, are wonderful to witness. I especially enjoyed Death’s brief little anecdotes about souls she has retrieved in the past (like when she tried coffee for the first time), and would have loved to have had a few more of those. The emotionally intelligent cinnamon roll that is Detective Dimples is the kind of has-your-back friend we all need in our lives, and I loved how his alliance with May evolves. All the characters are complex with layers of nuance, and you never really know who to trust at times. There is also a wonderful balance between cosy moments and the darker, more serious elements of the plot, creating a seamless flow throughout the book.
I thoroughly enjoyed this read! If you like your stakes high with mysteries to solve, and characters you want to befriend, this one is for you!
Thank you to Natalie Johanson, Tea & Dagger Publishing and NetGalley for providing me a digital ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
August 25, 2025
Thank you NetGalley and Natalie Johanson for allowing me to read In Death’s Company in exchanged for an honest review.
Description:
When whispers of missing souls reach Death’s ears, she dismisses them as the usual chaos of the afterlife. After all, sometimes souls settle in to haunt or wander. But, when her Grim Reapers — the forbidden offspring of angels and demons — also begin vanishing without a trace, she fears the worst: that someone is coming for her throne.
May Haines struggles as a Green Witch and considers herself the dud of the family. She can’t keep a houseplant alive to save herself and is only halfway decent at simple spells. But fire… she can manage fire — which is certainly not a Green Witch skill.
Several suspicious deaths and unexplained murders happen in the small Arizona city of Oasis Point. May, an investigator with the Medical Examiner’s Office, begins to suspect a sinister connection to Death’s missing souls. Teaming up with the charming Homicide Detective Ethan Harding and her newfound ally, Death herself, May embarks on a gripping journey to uncover the truth behind the murders.
Review:
I throughly enjoyed reading this book. In Death’s Company is a dark fantasy about missing souls and death reapers that leads Death herself to team up with a human to figure out the mystery. The relationships between the characters seem tense and you couldn’t tell who was betraying Death or who to trust. I enjoyed that Death, or Harper, was able to humanize herself and enjoyed a cup of coffee with May.
If I didn’t convince you to read this book by the summery, here is a quote from the book:
“Do not lecture me on my own existence, bird.” She tipped his chin with her claw, the point held daintily to his stony flesh. “I was a being before you were even a consideration.”
Overall ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Description:
When whispers of missing souls reach Death’s ears, she dismisses them as the usual chaos of the afterlife. After all, sometimes souls settle in to haunt or wander. But, when her Grim Reapers — the forbidden offspring of angels and demons — also begin vanishing without a trace, she fears the worst: that someone is coming for her throne.
May Haines struggles as a Green Witch and considers herself the dud of the family. She can’t keep a houseplant alive to save herself and is only halfway decent at simple spells. But fire… she can manage fire — which is certainly not a Green Witch skill.
Several suspicious deaths and unexplained murders happen in the small Arizona city of Oasis Point. May, an investigator with the Medical Examiner’s Office, begins to suspect a sinister connection to Death’s missing souls. Teaming up with the charming Homicide Detective Ethan Harding and her newfound ally, Death herself, May embarks on a gripping journey to uncover the truth behind the murders.
Review:
I throughly enjoyed reading this book. In Death’s Company is a dark fantasy about missing souls and death reapers that leads Death herself to team up with a human to figure out the mystery. The relationships between the characters seem tense and you couldn’t tell who was betraying Death or who to trust. I enjoyed that Death, or Harper, was able to humanize herself and enjoyed a cup of coffee with May.
If I didn’t convince you to read this book by the summery, here is a quote from the book:
“Do not lecture me on my own existence, bird.” She tipped his chin with her claw, the point held daintily to his stony flesh. “I was a being before you were even a consideration.”
Overall ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
July 8, 2025
Death has a name... and it's Harper. And she's angry, with good reason, souls are going missing, reapers are missing and yet another war may be coming. And as help she gets,,, a human. May is a witch, and after her near death experience she can see ghosts, and souls. Skills she will need to help Death, while sharing love for coffee and tea.
I really liked this story, I like Death as a character in general and this one is well written. We see two different sides, Death and her reapers fighting for souls in their realm, and May and Detective Dimples (his name is Ethan but that is cute nickname) fighting a necromancer in our world. He really does take learning all magical creatures are real well for a cop...
I thought the ending was a bit abrupt, not a fan of what happened but it didn't spoil the book for me. No cliffhangers but it's set up for a second book. For me it was a fast read that kept my attention, well worth it.
In full disclosure, I received an ARC copy from Netgalley, my opinion is my own.
I really liked this story, I like Death as a character in general and this one is well written. We see two different sides, Death and her reapers fighting for souls in their realm, and May and Detective Dimples (his name is Ethan but that is cute nickname) fighting a necromancer in our world. He really does take learning all magical creatures are real well for a cop...
I thought the ending was a bit abrupt, not a fan of what happened but it didn't spoil the book for me. No cliffhangers but it's set up for a second book. For me it was a fast read that kept my attention, well worth it.
In full disclosure, I received an ARC copy from Netgalley, my opinion is my own.
September 7, 2025
4 stars!!
thank you so much for giving me access to this ARC, it's truly been a pleasure to read and congratulations on your publishing!
In Death's Company is truly such an easy read! it had me hooked (like literally... i was so locked in that i didnt even notice that 80 pages had passed at one point) and had a cast of characters that all caught my attention and then held it with ease. Death is real and she's a powerful woman!! i truly lovely the concept of this book, i feel like it was almost perfectly paced and written with such a flow that made me not want to put the book down at all!
i also really loved the visual inclusion of texts in the book rather than it just being formatted as words!
i truly cant wait to see where we go from here, i would love to see where we go from here! hopefully we get even more character development, unfortunately for me it seems im slightly attached to them!!
thank you so much for giving me access to this ARC, it's truly been a pleasure to read and congratulations on your publishing!
In Death's Company is truly such an easy read! it had me hooked (like literally... i was so locked in that i didnt even notice that 80 pages had passed at one point) and had a cast of characters that all caught my attention and then held it with ease. Death is real and she's a powerful woman!! i truly lovely the concept of this book, i feel like it was almost perfectly paced and written with such a flow that made me not want to put the book down at all!
i also really loved the visual inclusion of texts in the book rather than it just being formatted as words!
i truly cant wait to see where we go from here, i would love to see where we go from here! hopefully we get even more character development, unfortunately for me it seems im slightly attached to them!!
August 6, 2025
In Death’s Company is both wholesome and thrilling —definitely Johanson’s best novel yet. The novel opens with a taste of old world magic in a gritty and realistic present setting. The contrast between the two is delightful.
The book resolves in a satisfying way but leaves so much to be excited about in the next. I did almost cry and I laughed frequently.
The characters are full and relatable. The relationships feel so real and heart warming in the midst of a dark mystery and possible multi-realm catastrophe.
LOVED.
The book resolves in a satisfying way but leaves so much to be excited about in the next. I did almost cry and I laughed frequently.
The characters are full and relatable. The relationships feel so real and heart warming in the midst of a dark mystery and possible multi-realm catastrophe.
LOVED.
November 28, 2025
This is a plot that had me from the beginning!! It's definitely fantasy, but as May's job has contact with homicide scenes/detectives, it definitely has murder mystery elements. Reading from both Harper and May's POV's gave so much detail, through the ability to expand on their individual experiences. Usually when books are multi POV, the reader knows more than either character. However this keeps the mystery going throughout and so the reveal of the traitor is simultaneous with the reader finding out, and I loved trying to figure it out alongside them. Great book!
August 27, 2025
Mini Review🫶🏾
I was intrigued from the start as I’ve never read anything like this book before. Harper (Death) is such a laid back character who’s lonely and finds friendship with May who’s also lonely. I really enjoyed watching their friendship unfold and finding how they’re connected. The murder mystery definitely pulled me in as I immediately wanted to know what was happening as much as the main characters did. This story keeps you at the edge of your seat and wanting to know more. I love a good slow burn that keeps pulling me in😜.
I was intrigued from the start as I’ve never read anything like this book before. Harper (Death) is such a laid back character who’s lonely and finds friendship with May who’s also lonely. I really enjoyed watching their friendship unfold and finding how they’re connected. The murder mystery definitely pulled me in as I immediately wanted to know what was happening as much as the main characters did. This story keeps you at the edge of your seat and wanting to know more. I love a good slow burn that keeps pulling me in😜.
September 28, 2025
I really enjoyed this book so much! It's suspenseful, sad, funny, thrilling etc.
Lady Death, who goes by the name Harper, loves coffee.
The mortal, May Haines, is a medical examiner and a bad heart. Near death many times and even died for a short while.
They suddenly have a connection and start meeting up for coffee ones a month.
But then people die.... May see ghosts and they want to show her things, souls are disappearing and also grim reapers. What is going on? They need to help each other.
Lady Death, who goes by the name Harper, loves coffee.
The mortal, May Haines, is a medical examiner and a bad heart. Near death many times and even died for a short while.
They suddenly have a connection and start meeting up for coffee ones a month.
But then people die.... May see ghosts and they want to show her things, souls are disappearing and also grim reapers. What is going on? They need to help each other.
August 13, 2025
Death, a badass female called Harper.
A forensic investigator called May.
A homicide detective with cute dimples and a whole host of unanswered questions.
The concepts of life, death, the afterlife have always fascinated me but when its mixed in to a juicy detective story, its even better.
Cannot wait for the next for what comes next.
A forensic investigator called May.
A homicide detective with cute dimples and a whole host of unanswered questions.
The concepts of life, death, the afterlife have always fascinated me but when its mixed in to a juicy detective story, its even better.
Cannot wait for the next for what comes next.
August 5, 2025
Honest review for an ARC
This is the first book I have read by this author and I really did enjoy it. I it started off a bit slow but it did pick up near the second half. I enjoyed the character development and the plot development. Overall it was a great read and I’m excited for the next one!
Thank you NETGALLEY for the ARC!
This is the first book I have read by this author and I really did enjoy it. I it started off a bit slow but it did pick up near the second half. I enjoyed the character development and the plot development. Overall it was a great read and I’m excited for the next one!
Thank you NETGALLEY for the ARC!
August 8, 2025
"This is the next step in your journey, Hell is a place of your own making."
"It's like they spend all their time preparing for you to die. mourning you before you're even in the ground, that when you survive, they're just... tired."
A witch with a bad heart, Death with a name, both linked together with a mystery to solve before it's too late. This paranormal mystery follows the story of witch with a new lease on life and how she navigates the path with Death while battling paranormal forces to solve a mystery that affects both of their worlds. What will fate, or should I say Fates, have in store?
I was really captivated by the beginning of this story because the concept they began with had me intrigued. The mention of Angels, Demons, Nephilim, the Horseman of the Apocalypse. All intriguing subjects for me personally. Thank you to Tea & Dagger Publishing and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this piece. My opinions on this book are strictly my own. However, by the middle I had wondered why certain plots had been dragged out as far as they were without much explanation and had began to wonder when we would get a little more of certain beings that had been mentioned. Some of the plot twists in the book I did not expect, so that was a pleasant surprise. While I kept reading while hoping for more, being heartbroken by certain moments and still holding on until the end, I was highly disappointed by the abrupt ending of the book. While it did reach a climax to the plot, so much had been left unanswered. It seemed, at that point, that certain things that had been introduced mine as well have been left out entirely. I'm not sure if the intention is to somehow wright a follow up and make this some sort of paranormal Nancy Drew series, but in all honestly, even if that was the case the ending to this makes me not want to reach for another. I enjoyed the FMC May, and found her interesting. However building up a story to just abruptly end it like you gave up on writing it ruined it a lot for me. I still suggest that if paranormal murder mystery is your thing to give it a try- as books, like with most things, are subjective in terms of taste. You may still like it even if I just thought it was just ok. Though, do know that some of the trigger warnings I would put on this book are death, gore, decomposition, murder, drug usage and alcohol usage.
"It's like they spend all their time preparing for you to die. mourning you before you're even in the ground, that when you survive, they're just... tired."
A witch with a bad heart, Death with a name, both linked together with a mystery to solve before it's too late. This paranormal mystery follows the story of witch with a new lease on life and how she navigates the path with Death while battling paranormal forces to solve a mystery that affects both of their worlds. What will fate, or should I say Fates, have in store?
I was really captivated by the beginning of this story because the concept they began with had me intrigued. The mention of Angels, Demons, Nephilim, the Horseman of the Apocalypse. All intriguing subjects for me personally. Thank you to Tea & Dagger Publishing and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this piece. My opinions on this book are strictly my own. However, by the middle I had wondered why certain plots had been dragged out as far as they were without much explanation and had began to wonder when we would get a little more of certain beings that had been mentioned. Some of the plot twists in the book I did not expect, so that was a pleasant surprise. While I kept reading while hoping for more, being heartbroken by certain moments and still holding on until the end, I was highly disappointed by the abrupt ending of the book. While it did reach a climax to the plot, so much had been left unanswered. It seemed, at that point, that certain things that had been introduced mine as well have been left out entirely. I'm not sure if the intention is to somehow wright a follow up and make this some sort of paranormal Nancy Drew series, but in all honestly, even if that was the case the ending to this makes me not want to reach for another. I enjoyed the FMC May, and found her interesting. However building up a story to just abruptly end it like you gave up on writing it ruined it a lot for me. I still suggest that if paranormal murder mystery is your thing to give it a try- as books, like with most things, are subjective in terms of taste. You may still like it even if I just thought it was just ok. Though, do know that some of the trigger warnings I would put on this book are death, gore, decomposition, murder, drug usage and alcohol usage.
August 19, 2025
✨Arc Review✨
Thank you to the author Natalie Johanson for sending me a digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.
⭐⭐⭐⭐
-All thoughts and opinions are my own.
"Death comes for all, but no god can save you if you've taken Her souls."
I absolutely loved this book. In Death’s Company blends the best of dark urban fantasy—divine politics, soul-stealing monsters, and mysterious reapers—with surprisingly cozy moments, heartfelt relationships, and sharp emotional depth.
May Haines is a standout protagonist. Her chronic heart condition adds a constant undercurrent of vulnerability, which only makes her strength and perseverance more powerful. Watching her navigate grief, fear, and supernatural chaos while still clinging to hope was a deeply moving experience.
The trio of May, Harper (Lady Death), and Detective Ethan Harding (aka Detective Dimples) totally stole the show. Harper’s mix of sweet and badass? Chef’s kiss. She’s an immortal entity who drinks coffee like a millennial and casually threatens cosmic beings—what’s not to love? Ethan, meanwhile, is an absolute cinnamon roll with a badge. He’s gentle, protective, and emotionally intuitive in a genre that often sidelines male characters into tough-guy clichés. I’m crossing my fingers for more romantic development between him and May in the sequel—they have a quiet, careful chemistry I’d love to see explored further.
The emotional stakes in this book run high. Grief and loss hit hard—especially for May—and I found her pain deeply relatable. When she finally lets her anger surface, it’s cathartic and satisfying. This emotional weight grounds the story and keeps it from drifting into the purely "cozy" side of the paranormal genre.
The supporting cast also added layers. Armeal kept me guessing—his motives are murky in a way that felt intentional, and I’m eager to see how his role evolves. I also loved May’s parents, Janet and Steve. Their warmth and support was a lovely contrast to the darkness around May, and I only wish we had gotten more detail about their green witch heritage.
If you like stories that are dark but tender, magical but grounded, and filled with complex relationships and high emotional stakes, In Death’s Company is worth picking up. It’s a strong series starter, and I’m already impatient for book two.
Thank you to the author Natalie Johanson for sending me a digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.
⭐⭐⭐⭐
-All thoughts and opinions are my own.
"Death comes for all, but no god can save you if you've taken Her souls."
I absolutely loved this book. In Death’s Company blends the best of dark urban fantasy—divine politics, soul-stealing monsters, and mysterious reapers—with surprisingly cozy moments, heartfelt relationships, and sharp emotional depth.
May Haines is a standout protagonist. Her chronic heart condition adds a constant undercurrent of vulnerability, which only makes her strength and perseverance more powerful. Watching her navigate grief, fear, and supernatural chaos while still clinging to hope was a deeply moving experience.
The trio of May, Harper (Lady Death), and Detective Ethan Harding (aka Detective Dimples) totally stole the show. Harper’s mix of sweet and badass? Chef’s kiss. She’s an immortal entity who drinks coffee like a millennial and casually threatens cosmic beings—what’s not to love? Ethan, meanwhile, is an absolute cinnamon roll with a badge. He’s gentle, protective, and emotionally intuitive in a genre that often sidelines male characters into tough-guy clichés. I’m crossing my fingers for more romantic development between him and May in the sequel—they have a quiet, careful chemistry I’d love to see explored further.
The emotional stakes in this book run high. Grief and loss hit hard—especially for May—and I found her pain deeply relatable. When she finally lets her anger surface, it’s cathartic and satisfying. This emotional weight grounds the story and keeps it from drifting into the purely "cozy" side of the paranormal genre.
The supporting cast also added layers. Armeal kept me guessing—his motives are murky in a way that felt intentional, and I’m eager to see how his role evolves. I also loved May’s parents, Janet and Steve. Their warmth and support was a lovely contrast to the darkness around May, and I only wish we had gotten more detail about their green witch heritage.
If you like stories that are dark but tender, magical but grounded, and filled with complex relationships and high emotional stakes, In Death’s Company is worth picking up. It’s a strong series starter, and I’m already impatient for book two.
September 3, 2025
📖 Title: In Death's Company-a standalone
✍🏾 Author: Natalie Johanson-new to me author
📅Publication date: 9-5-25| Read: 9-3-25
📃 Format: e-Book 366 pgs.
Genre:
*Mystery/Thriller
*Urban Fantasy/Sci Fi
*Adult Fic
Tropes:
*demons/angels/witches/fae
*necromancy/zombies
*female/male friendship
👆🏾POV: 3rd person dual
⚠️TW: h chronic illness, heart transplant, serial killer, death of loved ones, grief
🌎 Setting: Oasis Point, AZ
Summary: May is an investigator for the Medical Examiner's Office who starts seeing ghosts and souls. She meets Lady Death in a near-death experience, and they become fast friends with a love of coffee. Lady Death notices a chasm of lost souls and reapers, and she suspects someone is trying to take her throne. The Fates have prophesied that May plays a part in this journey.
👩🏾 Heroine: May Haines-a green witch who can manage fire (no other green witch can do that)
💀 Heroine: Lady Death/Harper- gives Nephilim (the offspring of angels and demons) a place to belong and makes them reapers.
🎭 Other Characters:
* Janet and Steve-May's parents, both green witches
*Armeal-Nephilim/Grim Reaper, the most beautiful and eldest Nephilim and Harper's assistant
*Yrien -the 1st Nephilim/Grim Reaper who betrayed Death
*Detective Ethan "Dimples" Harding-May's new ally on serial killer case
*Loki-May's cat
🤔 My Thoughts: I rooted for May even though she felt unimpressive as a witch and detective. There were some emotional scenes with the ghosts refusing to move on-especially Victoria. I wanted more background on Harper and Armeal to explain their motivations. There were suggestions of a romance between May and Harper or May and Ethan, but nothing happened. May's case ended in tragedy and awakened her true power. The ending was satisfying but left room for another book.
Rating: 3.5/5 ✨
Spice level: 0/5 🌶️
🙏🏾Thanks to NetGalley, Tea and Dagger Publishing, and Natalie Johanson for this ARC! I voluntarily give my honest review, and all opinions are my own.
✍🏾 Author: Natalie Johanson-new to me author
📅Publication date: 9-5-25| Read: 9-3-25
📃 Format: e-Book 366 pgs.
Genre:
*Mystery/Thriller
*Urban Fantasy/Sci Fi
*Adult Fic
Tropes:
*demons/angels/witches/fae
*necromancy/zombies
*female/male friendship
👆🏾POV: 3rd person dual
⚠️TW: h chronic illness, heart transplant, serial killer, death of loved ones, grief
🌎 Setting: Oasis Point, AZ
Summary: May is an investigator for the Medical Examiner's Office who starts seeing ghosts and souls. She meets Lady Death in a near-death experience, and they become fast friends with a love of coffee. Lady Death notices a chasm of lost souls and reapers, and she suspects someone is trying to take her throne. The Fates have prophesied that May plays a part in this journey.
👩🏾 Heroine: May Haines-a green witch who can manage fire (no other green witch can do that)
💀 Heroine: Lady Death/Harper- gives Nephilim (the offspring of angels and demons) a place to belong and makes them reapers.
🎭 Other Characters:
* Janet and Steve-May's parents, both green witches
*Armeal-Nephilim/Grim Reaper, the most beautiful and eldest Nephilim and Harper's assistant
*Yrien -the 1st Nephilim/Grim Reaper who betrayed Death
*Detective Ethan "Dimples" Harding-May's new ally on serial killer case
*Loki-May's cat
🤔 My Thoughts: I rooted for May even though she felt unimpressive as a witch and detective. There were some emotional scenes with the ghosts refusing to move on-especially Victoria. I wanted more background on Harper and Armeal to explain their motivations. There were suggestions of a romance between May and Harper or May and Ethan, but nothing happened. May's case ended in tragedy and awakened her true power. The ending was satisfying but left room for another book.
Rating: 3.5/5 ✨
Spice level: 0/5 🌶️
🙏🏾Thanks to NetGalley, Tea and Dagger Publishing, and Natalie Johanson for this ARC! I voluntarily give my honest review, and all opinions are my own.
September 18, 2025
3.5/5 rounded up to a 4.
Something about this book fell short for me. I found myself doom scrolling rather than reading and that is usually not me. Therefor it took me much longer to read.
My favorite characters were Death (Harper) and Armeal (2nd in command, Nephilim). I wish there was more back story Armeal but I assume? that will be given in later book(s). I also wish there was more description for the Underworld, the world building seemed a bit shallow and I found it hard to imagine the world detailed.
I did also like the mythology throughout the book. I LOVED mythology growing up and I am always very pleased when it's present in books. I do wish more information on how Nephilim were outed was provided, it's mentioned that Armeal and his older brother were raised by their angel mother until their parentage was found out. But I would like to know HOW it was found out, what aura differences Nephilim have, physical differences if any, etc... I did also feel like they made Death weaker(not as powerful) than I would imagine her to be.
I straight up forgot that May had a cat....like 100% forgot and was pretty surprised when Loki showed back up on the scene. I feel like May may be a wanting cat parent.
Pet peeve of mine was that three times it's written "The Raven cawed", but ravens do not caw. They croak or kraa. I feel like if it felt important enough to add three times it should have been important enough to get right.
There were some grammatical errors but overall nothing too problematic. Writing was clear and well done. Overall the story is okay I just didn't feel like I had any real connection to May or Det. Dimples. At one point I was like wow maybe May will die and what would happen to her soul. Wishing the FMC dies isn't promising.
Thank you to Netgalley and Tea & Dagger Publishing for the e-ARC in exchange for my honest review.
Something about this book fell short for me. I found myself doom scrolling rather than reading and that is usually not me. Therefor it took me much longer to read.
My favorite characters were Death (Harper) and Armeal (2nd in command, Nephilim). I wish there was more back story Armeal but I assume? that will be given in later book(s). I also wish there was more description for the Underworld, the world building seemed a bit shallow and I found it hard to imagine the world detailed.
I did also like the mythology throughout the book. I LOVED mythology growing up and I am always very pleased when it's present in books. I do wish more information on how Nephilim were outed was provided, it's mentioned that Armeal and his older brother were raised by their angel mother until their parentage was found out. But I would like to know HOW it was found out, what aura differences Nephilim have, physical differences if any, etc... I did also feel like they made Death weaker(not as powerful) than I would imagine her to be.
I straight up forgot that May had a cat....like 100% forgot and was pretty surprised when Loki showed back up on the scene. I feel like May may be a wanting cat parent.
Pet peeve of mine was that three times it's written "The Raven cawed", but ravens do not caw. They croak or kraa. I feel like if it felt important enough to add three times it should have been important enough to get right.
There were some grammatical errors but overall nothing too problematic. Writing was clear and well done. Overall the story is okay I just didn't feel like I had any real connection to May or Det. Dimples. At one point I was like wow maybe May will die and what would happen to her soul. Wishing the FMC dies isn't promising.
Thank you to Netgalley and Tea & Dagger Publishing for the e-ARC in exchange for my honest review.
August 31, 2025
I’ve read a few books recently with the same sort of setting. A female death interacting with the human realm. This book took me a little while to settle into, until I found the uniqueness that interested me. Death’s portrayal as a lonely, sometimes earthly visiting tea drinker made me smile. I’ve often thought ‘Death’ has a similar problem to Santa Claus - to fulfil an impossible multi-needed visiting schedule. How do they do it. Well here Death has enlisted some hounds - very vicious in a friendly way, not, to help her. Also a number of fallen angels to help her collect and pass on the souls of the dead. But the dead, or at least their souls are going missing. Death has a mystery to solve and a battle to win. At the same time in befriending her, Death wonders why she finds Green Witch May Haines so interesting. It can’t just be the tea and chats. May, a Medical Examiner Investigator almost died, but Death gave her a sort of pass. Now Death finds out the fates say their futures are tied.
Along with Death May finds herself another, living human, friend and possible confidant in charming Homicide Detective Ethan Harding. But as she keeps secrets, he starts wondering if May’s seemingly unknowable knowledge about a string of homicides is because she is actually the culprit. Well May is about to open his eyes in the most unexpected ways. Thank you to Tea & Dagger Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC. The views are all mine, freely given.
Along with Death May finds herself another, living human, friend and possible confidant in charming Homicide Detective Ethan Harding. But as she keeps secrets, he starts wondering if May’s seemingly unknowable knowledge about a string of homicides is because she is actually the culprit. Well May is about to open his eyes in the most unexpected ways. Thank you to Tea & Dagger Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC. The views are all mine, freely given.
July 14, 2025
In Death’s Company by Natalie Johanson, we meet May, a green witch, who has had a number of near death experiences due to a bad heart. During one episode, she meets Death, also known as Harper, and a budding friendship ensues. This brush with the paranormal opens up more powers for May and she becomes involved in the growing unrest in the underworld.
I like the ideas in the story, and we were able to learn quite a lot about May, but I found myself wanting to know much more about all of the other characters. It took a while for the troubles in Death’s domain to come together, and I’m still not really sure why they were happening. Why was the big bad so ticked off originally? If Harper loses, what do they gain?
Grief and losses are a large part of the novel, and May is hit particularly hard. Her sadness was palpable and well handled. It was also pretty cathartic when she finally let loose her rage. The darkness keeps this from the cozy side of paranormal books.
The ending was very abrupt, and it seems like there were a number of things left undone, so maybe some of the questions will be answered in a sequel. Overall, it was enjoyable enough that I would consider then next book to see where this all leads.
Thank you to NetGalley and Tea & Dagger Publisher for the eARC.
I like the ideas in the story, and we were able to learn quite a lot about May, but I found myself wanting to know much more about all of the other characters. It took a while for the troubles in Death’s domain to come together, and I’m still not really sure why they were happening. Why was the big bad so ticked off originally? If Harper loses, what do they gain?
Grief and losses are a large part of the novel, and May is hit particularly hard. Her sadness was palpable and well handled. It was also pretty cathartic when she finally let loose her rage. The darkness keeps this from the cozy side of paranormal books.
The ending was very abrupt, and it seems like there were a number of things left undone, so maybe some of the questions will be answered in a sequel. Overall, it was enjoyable enough that I would consider then next book to see where this all leads.
Thank you to NetGalley and Tea & Dagger Publisher for the eARC.
August 10, 2025
🌟🌟🌟🌟💫 — 4.5/5
I really enjoyed In Death’s Company! The story flowed beautifully, the plot was intriguing, and the characters pulled me right in.
I absolutely loved May, Harper (Lady Death), and Detective Dimples (Ethan)! Harper’s balance of sweet and badass was chef’s kiss, and I really enjoyed May’s journey, her heart issues added a layer of vulnerability that made her perseverance even more powerful.
Ethan was such a soft, caring character (I swear he’s a cinnamon roll with a badge), and I really hope we see more of a romantic development between him and May in the sequel.
Armeal kept me guessing for a while on whether he is good, or is he not? And May’s parents, Janet and Steve, were so warm and supportive, I just wish we had more detail on their green witch background!
The magic system and the crossover into the afterlife were fascinating, and I’d love more backstory on the previous war mentioned, it felt like there was rich history to uncover there.
And side note… Loki was adorable. I’d protect that cat with my life.
Overall, a brilliant, emotional, and magical read. I’m genuinely excited for what’s next in the series!
ARC Review
I really enjoyed In Death’s Company! The story flowed beautifully, the plot was intriguing, and the characters pulled me right in.
I absolutely loved May, Harper (Lady Death), and Detective Dimples (Ethan)! Harper’s balance of sweet and badass was chef’s kiss, and I really enjoyed May’s journey, her heart issues added a layer of vulnerability that made her perseverance even more powerful.
Ethan was such a soft, caring character (I swear he’s a cinnamon roll with a badge), and I really hope we see more of a romantic development between him and May in the sequel.
Armeal kept me guessing for a while on whether he is good, or is he not? And May’s parents, Janet and Steve, were so warm and supportive, I just wish we had more detail on their green witch background!
The magic system and the crossover into the afterlife were fascinating, and I’d love more backstory on the previous war mentioned, it felt like there was rich history to uncover there.
And side note… Loki was adorable. I’d protect that cat with my life.
Overall, a brilliant, emotional, and magical read. I’m genuinely excited for what’s next in the series!
ARC Review
August 17, 2025
Thank you to NetGalley and Tea & Dagger Publishing for the ARC!
I feel very much like the outlier here! Perhaps this just wasn’t entirely my book but I can still see why others would enjoy it.
The premise of In Death’s Company is fantastic. A witch with a failing heart drawn into an alliance with Death herself is such a unique idea, and there were moments where the concept really shone. I especially liked the dynamic between May and Harper in the early chapters, and there were flashes of clever worldbuilding that kept me intrigued. The paranormal elements were inventive, and some of the emotional beats (particularly around May’s vulnerability) landed well.
That said, the execution felt uneven for me. The pacing often stalled with long sections of explanation, only to rush through the more exciting moments. Character relationships, while promising, didn’t always get the depth they deserved, and the ending felt more abrupt than satisfying.
Even so, the foundation is strong, and I’d be interested to see how the sequel develops the story and explores the characters further. Overall, a mixed but promising start.
I feel very much like the outlier here! Perhaps this just wasn’t entirely my book but I can still see why others would enjoy it.
The premise of In Death’s Company is fantastic. A witch with a failing heart drawn into an alliance with Death herself is such a unique idea, and there were moments where the concept really shone. I especially liked the dynamic between May and Harper in the early chapters, and there were flashes of clever worldbuilding that kept me intrigued. The paranormal elements were inventive, and some of the emotional beats (particularly around May’s vulnerability) landed well.
That said, the execution felt uneven for me. The pacing often stalled with long sections of explanation, only to rush through the more exciting moments. Character relationships, while promising, didn’t always get the depth they deserved, and the ending felt more abrupt than satisfying.
Even so, the foundation is strong, and I’d be interested to see how the sequel develops the story and explores the characters further. Overall, a mixed but promising start.
August 26, 2025
First and foremost, thank you, NetGalley, for the ARC read of this book!
When I initially read the description of this book, I was very intrigued. Throughout the book, we learn more about what happens when one dies through the main characters, May and Harper (Death herself). May gets introduced to Death with her dying heart, and with her near-death experience, her fate is then intertwined with Death herself.
The aspect of this story was truly interesting, there were just times where it, personally, fell flat. There were some scenes that I felt were more dragged out than needed, or held more detail that we didn't really need. Other scenes felt a bit rushed, and those ended up being the ones that I felt needed to be longer.
The ending also felt a bit rushed, which was upsetting given the whole buildup we faced through the book. Questions were left unanswered as well. This may be intended if there was a sequel to this story. If so, that would make sense, I just wish we had a little more closure with this book as well.
Overall, this book has a very interesting storyline with wonderful main characters. Thank you again for allowing me early access!
When I initially read the description of this book, I was very intrigued. Throughout the book, we learn more about what happens when one dies through the main characters, May and Harper (Death herself). May gets introduced to Death with her dying heart, and with her near-death experience, her fate is then intertwined with Death herself.
The aspect of this story was truly interesting, there were just times where it, personally, fell flat. There were some scenes that I felt were more dragged out than needed, or held more detail that we didn't really need. Other scenes felt a bit rushed, and those ended up being the ones that I felt needed to be longer.
The ending also felt a bit rushed, which was upsetting given the whole buildup we faced through the book. Questions were left unanswered as well. This may be intended if there was a sequel to this story. If so, that would make sense, I just wish we had a little more closure with this book as well.
Overall, this book has a very interesting storyline with wonderful main characters. Thank you again for allowing me early access!
August 9, 2025
Thank you NetGalley and Tea & Dagger Publishing for this eARC!
This book took a little time for me to get into, but once I did, I loved it. The relationships between the characters and the way the storyline progresses, especially towards the end, was very well done. The story starts with casual coffee encounters between May and Harper (aka Lady Death), and slowly gets darker and much more complex. I love when a book has strong and resilient female characters, and I think this book accomplishes that so well! So much care was put into the world building for this book as well, and it really shows.
I do wish we got to see more interactions between May and Harper. I loved their dynamic but found that their interactions seemed to become less frequent as the story progressed. I also found the ending to be a bit abrupt. The story definitely ends on a cliffhanger (I believe this is going to become a series), so be warned going into this that the ending will not completely tie up the plot.
Overall, I really enjoyed reading this one!
This book took a little time for me to get into, but once I did, I loved it. The relationships between the characters and the way the storyline progresses, especially towards the end, was very well done. The story starts with casual coffee encounters between May and Harper (aka Lady Death), and slowly gets darker and much more complex. I love when a book has strong and resilient female characters, and I think this book accomplishes that so well! So much care was put into the world building for this book as well, and it really shows.
I do wish we got to see more interactions between May and Harper. I loved their dynamic but found that their interactions seemed to become less frequent as the story progressed. I also found the ending to be a bit abrupt. The story definitely ends on a cliffhanger (I believe this is going to become a series), so be warned going into this that the ending will not completely tie up the plot.
Overall, I really enjoyed reading this one!
June 8, 2025
The author plants the reader on both sides of that fine line called death. May gives us the viewpoint on life, and she would know as it's everything she can do to cling to life. She chose an interesting profession as she is an investigator for the coroner's office. In the Afterlife we have Harper's perspective. It's a powerful perspective as she is Death. The Nephilim who ferry souls from life to Afterlife work for her.
In a bizarre twist of events they become coffee buddies. Even more strange is that their skill sets are required to cross that boundary. It's all due to the revolt in the Afterlife. Things are as unsettled there as they are on this side of that boundary.
May thought she was a Green Witch - her parents were! Yet she could not channel the earth and do what was expected. When the worst possible situation occurs everything becomes clear. It's enlightenment and sorrow thrown together like a head-on between two speeding locomotives.
In a bizarre twist of events they become coffee buddies. Even more strange is that their skill sets are required to cross that boundary. It's all due to the revolt in the Afterlife. Things are as unsettled there as they are on this side of that boundary.
May thought she was a Green Witch - her parents were! Yet she could not channel the earth and do what was expected. When the worst possible situation occurs everything becomes clear. It's enlightenment and sorrow thrown together like a head-on between two speeding locomotives.
August 19, 2025
The idea and premise of the book sounded great. A struggling witch, murder mystery, Death, all sounded interesting, and I enjoyed the beginning of the book. Unfortunately by the halfway point I was bored. I feel like some parts were a bit repetitive while others were not explained at all.
I enjoyed how May and Death/Harper became friends and kind of coffee buddies. I would’ve loved to learn more about Death/Harper, she seemed like an interesting character.
There wasn’t really romance in this first book, more like a slight setup for romance.
The ending was pretty abrupt and left a lot of questions unanswered. This is a first book in a series so some of the questions might be answered in the following books, but I personally don’t see myself continuing the story.
Not a bad book by any means, just not for me personally.
I received an ARC of this book and I am voluntarily leaving a review. Receiving ARC didn’t affect my opinion of the book.
I enjoyed how May and Death/Harper became friends and kind of coffee buddies. I would’ve loved to learn more about Death/Harper, she seemed like an interesting character.
There wasn’t really romance in this first book, more like a slight setup for romance.
The ending was pretty abrupt and left a lot of questions unanswered. This is a first book in a series so some of the questions might be answered in the following books, but I personally don’t see myself continuing the story.
Not a bad book by any means, just not for me personally.
I received an ARC of this book and I am voluntarily leaving a review. Receiving ARC didn’t affect my opinion of the book.
August 20, 2025
4.5 rounded to 5
This was a sweet, slow-burn sapphic romance, mixing the paranormal with a little murder mystery. Death (aka Harper) and May were great characters, and watching them get to know each other was one of my favorite parts of the story. Ethan (aka Detective Dimples) adds an extra dimension to the main cast, and he’s a bit of a cinnamon roll, which I loved. Instead of a rough and tumble detective, you get a soft and sweet one, turning gender norms and expectations on their head, something that I love about this book from start to finish. I appreciated how in-depth the descriptions were, they really helped bring the story to life. My biggest complaint was honestly that the pacing was a bit slow (I don’t just mean the romance, I mean the plot overall) - it moves along smoothly, just slowly. Overall, a really fun read, and once you get into it, you don’t want to stop reading. If you enjoy intriguing, quirky pnr, then you’ll want to read this!
This was a sweet, slow-burn sapphic romance, mixing the paranormal with a little murder mystery. Death (aka Harper) and May were great characters, and watching them get to know each other was one of my favorite parts of the story. Ethan (aka Detective Dimples) adds an extra dimension to the main cast, and he’s a bit of a cinnamon roll, which I loved. Instead of a rough and tumble detective, you get a soft and sweet one, turning gender norms and expectations on their head, something that I love about this book from start to finish. I appreciated how in-depth the descriptions were, they really helped bring the story to life. My biggest complaint was honestly that the pacing was a bit slow (I don’t just mean the romance, I mean the plot overall) - it moves along smoothly, just slowly. Overall, a really fun read, and once you get into it, you don’t want to stop reading. If you enjoy intriguing, quirky pnr, then you’ll want to read this!
August 26, 2025
***4.5⭐️***
Thank you to NetGalley and Tea & Dagger Publishing for allowing me to read this ARC in exchange for my honest review.
There had better be another book after this one with how this roller coaster ended, and what a roller coaster it was! The first 60% of this book was giving cozy romantasy vibes and then it took a darker turn but I loved almost every second of it. The pacing of this did start slow but then it was more fast-paced the last 30 or so %. My one complaint is the ending felt very flat after such an interesting story.
I loved the chemistry between May and Harper but then when Ethan entered the picture it had me a little confused. I would love to see May and Ethan interact a lot more with Harper and Armeal. I definitely hope this story continues and we explore these connections a lot more.
Thank you to NetGalley and Tea & Dagger Publishing for allowing me to read this ARC in exchange for my honest review.
There had better be another book after this one with how this roller coaster ended, and what a roller coaster it was! The first 60% of this book was giving cozy romantasy vibes and then it took a darker turn but I loved almost every second of it. The pacing of this did start slow but then it was more fast-paced the last 30 or so %. My one complaint is the ending felt very flat after such an interesting story.
I loved the chemistry between May and Harper but then when Ethan entered the picture it had me a little confused. I would love to see May and Ethan interact a lot more with Harper and Armeal. I definitely hope this story continues and we explore these connections a lot more.
July 9, 2025
Honest review for ARC.
Overall this was an enjoyable read. The author I felt started off the story a bit slow but I think that was to get us as readers invested in the characters. The second half of the book really ramped up on the plot and the actual storyline I really enjoyed.
My only Criticism was I felt it could of done with explaining the world building a bit more.
May we find out is a green witch pretty much instantly and her parents are aswell, we know that there are Angels, demons, grim reapers but it wasn’t until 70% of the way through the book that this wasn’t common knowledge to the average person.
Overall I can’t wait to find out what happens next.
Thank you to NETGALLY & the Publishers for the ARC
Overall this was an enjoyable read. The author I felt started off the story a bit slow but I think that was to get us as readers invested in the characters. The second half of the book really ramped up on the plot and the actual storyline I really enjoyed.
My only Criticism was I felt it could of done with explaining the world building a bit more.
May we find out is a green witch pretty much instantly and her parents are aswell, we know that there are Angels, demons, grim reapers but it wasn’t until 70% of the way through the book that this wasn’t common knowledge to the average person.
Overall I can’t wait to find out what happens next.
Thank you to NETGALLY & the Publishers for the ARC
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 1, 2025
Quick and easy read! I was hooked on the first page, and the story just keeps getting better! It was unputdownable for me, like my soul has been snatched into the story itself.
From the atmospheric background to the character development and conversation, it was all flawless and thorough to follow. I found myself empathetic for some of the characters, and that sometimes grief would make certain people do some horrible things.
This is one of the books that got me out of a reading slump that I was feeling earlier. Overall, it gave me a sense of hope at the end, and I hope to read more in the series by Natalie Johanson!
Thanks to NetGalley and Victory Editing for the ARC in exchange for my honest review!
From the atmospheric background to the character development and conversation, it was all flawless and thorough to follow. I found myself empathetic for some of the characters, and that sometimes grief would make certain people do some horrible things.
This is one of the books that got me out of a reading slump that I was feeling earlier. Overall, it gave me a sense of hope at the end, and I hope to read more in the series by Natalie Johanson!
Thanks to NetGalley and Victory Editing for the ARC in exchange for my honest review!
August 25, 2025
In Death’s Company is a quirky, fast paced paranormal mystery that blends dark humor with heartfelt moments. May Haines, a sarcastic Green Witch and medical examiner, finds herself teaming up with Death aka Harper after a near-death experience that pulls her into a world of Reapers, Nephilim, and cosmic intrigue.
The banter between May and Harper is sharp and witty, but the story also gives space for grief, growth, and genuine connection. Johanson balances murder mystery, mythology, and snarky dialogue in a way that feels fresh and engaging.
While the pacing sometimes lingers, the unique concept and memorable characters make this an enjoyable read.
The banter between May and Harper is sharp and witty, but the story also gives space for grief, growth, and genuine connection. Johanson balances murder mystery, mythology, and snarky dialogue in a way that feels fresh and engaging.
While the pacing sometimes lingers, the unique concept and memorable characters make this an enjoyable read.
October 23, 2025
70/100 or 3.5 stars
I think this will be a great Adult Fantasy option for readers who liked "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman. This novel has more depth with the characters and the world building than "Scythe" too. I wish I could have loved this, as the characters were interesting enough and the world was built up well. I just didn't love the writing itself, so I wasn't as into this as much as I had hoped. Solid overall though for readers looking for this type of story that focuses more on the world and the characters than romance.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing a digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I think this will be a great Adult Fantasy option for readers who liked "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman. This novel has more depth with the characters and the world building than "Scythe" too. I wish I could have loved this, as the characters were interesting enough and the world was built up well. I just didn't love the writing itself, so I wasn't as into this as much as I had hoped. Solid overall though for readers looking for this type of story that focuses more on the world and the characters than romance.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing a digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.
August 7, 2025
This book had a really strong base. The pacing was solid, and the core concept pulled me in right away. There’s definitely something compelling at the heart of the story.
That said, I often felt like I was being told how to feel rather than being shown through the characters or the narrative. Some themes were repeated a lot, almost too much, while others (especially the whole death domain aspect) felt underdeveloped or just left behind.
It’s frustrating because the potential is definitely there. With a bit more balance and trust in the reader, this could’ve hit much harder.
That said, I often felt like I was being told how to feel rather than being shown through the characters or the narrative. Some themes were repeated a lot, almost too much, while others (especially the whole death domain aspect) felt underdeveloped or just left behind.
It’s frustrating because the potential is definitely there. With a bit more balance and trust in the reader, this could’ve hit much harder.
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