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The Ghost Women
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Expected 24 Feb 26A mysterious art academy in the woods, a deck of ancient tarot cards, a centuries-old secret
On a hot August morning in 1972, the body of Abel Montague, a student at St. Luke’s Institute of the Arts, is found hanging from a tree in the forest. An ancient Hanged Man tarot card is found in the back pocket of his pants and his body has been positioned into the exact pose illustrated on the card.
When Detective Lola Germany arrives at St. Luke’s—a former monastery that once housed a secret order of monks who carried out witch trials and executions—she believes they are dealing with a ritualistic murder. While interviewing school administrators and Abel’s classmates, Lola discovers Abel’s live-in girlfriend, Pearl, seems shaken but also might be hiding something—along with her group of friends who call themselves witches.
When more students are found dead, each body arranged like a tarot card, Lola realizes she is trapped in a web of power and ambition that spans centuries. Soon the lines between past and present, spiritual and tangible, begin to blur, and the only way to survive is to seek answers from places she never imagined.
On a hot August morning in 1972, the body of Abel Montague, a student at St. Luke’s Institute of the Arts, is found hanging from a tree in the forest. An ancient Hanged Man tarot card is found in the back pocket of his pants and his body has been positioned into the exact pose illustrated on the card.
When Detective Lola Germany arrives at St. Luke’s—a former monastery that once housed a secret order of monks who carried out witch trials and executions—she believes they are dealing with a ritualistic murder. While interviewing school administrators and Abel’s classmates, Lola discovers Abel’s live-in girlfriend, Pearl, seems shaken but also might be hiding something—along with her group of friends who call themselves witches.
When more students are found dead, each body arranged like a tarot card, Lola realizes she is trapped in a web of power and ambition that spans centuries. Soon the lines between past and present, spiritual and tangible, begin to blur, and the only way to survive is to seek answers from places she never imagined.
368 pages, Hardcover
Expected publication February 24, 2026
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About the author
Jennifer Murphy
3 books128 followersJennifer Murphy holds a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from the University of Washington and a Master of Fine Arts in Painting from the University of Denver. She is the recipient of the 2013 Loren D. Milliman Scholarship, and was a general contributor at the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference from 2008 through 2012. In 2015, her debut novel, I LOVE YOU MORE (Doubleday, 2014) won the prestigious Nancy Pearl Award for fiction. Her novel SCARLET IN BLUE was released by Dutton Penguin Random House on March 8, 2022. She hales from a small beachfront town in Michigan and has lived in Denver, Charlotte, Seattle, Charleston, and Houston. She currently resides in Alexanria, VA.
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September 22, 2025
Thank you NetGalley for this ARC.
When brutal and mysterious murders start occurring at St Lukes Institute of Arts, Detective Lola Germany gets assigned to the case. On campus, a coven of four talented artists who dabble in witchcraft appear to know more than what they let on, which makes Detective Lola question what’s really happening. This book is laced with folklore, witchcraft, cults, and mystery and the story itself was so good.
When brutal and mysterious murders start occurring at St Lukes Institute of Arts, Detective Lola Germany gets assigned to the case. On campus, a coven of four talented artists who dabble in witchcraft appear to know more than what they let on, which makes Detective Lola question what’s really happening. This book is laced with folklore, witchcraft, cults, and mystery and the story itself was so good.
September 28, 2025
Thank you for the opportunity to preview’ The Ghost Women. If you are a fan of witches and old school sorcery this is a must read.
Set in the early 1970s, this book starts with the death of a student. Found hanging with a strange tarot card left by the scene.
As the bodies pile up, a young detective is set to solve these deaths at a school that has secrets and more importantly students who know that they are being exposed to the world of witchcraft.
Great setting and the author does a great job of bringing the reader to that time period.
Good writing and scary as well.
3.5 stars
Set in the early 1970s, this book starts with the death of a student. Found hanging with a strange tarot card left by the scene.
As the bodies pile up, a young detective is set to solve these deaths at a school that has secrets and more importantly students who know that they are being exposed to the world of witchcraft.
Great setting and the author does a great job of bringing the reader to that time period.
Good writing and scary as well.
3.5 stars
October 16, 2025
This is an odd but very fascinating look at witches and Tarot cards which I know next to nothing about. It's a chilling tale about St. Luke's Institute of the Arts which--rumor has it--is run like a Secret Society. Detective Lola has been told a student has been found dead in the forest and it's rumored that the Ghost Women protect, not harm anyone. But when she begins to investigate, there are numerous things that simply can't be explained and she is flummoxed by the secrecy she witnesses as well as the mysterious Black Book that keeps appearing. It's a creepy but enlightening look at legends and beliefs that had me turning the pages frantically!
Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC!
December 17, 2025
Thank you NetGalley and Dutton for the Advanced Reader’s Copy of The Ghost Women by Jennifer Murphy. This novel is to be published on February 24, 2026.
The novel starts with a young woman being murdered, burned alive, in 1437, on Waverly Island. She was accused of witchcraft. Her name was Matilda and she was one of the first of many Ghost Women.
Six centuries later, we begin the story in a more present time, September 1972, with the murder of a student at St. Luke’s Institute of the Arts, Abel Montague.
The story is told, primarily, from two different perspectives though there are additional voices as we progress. First, there is the lead detective of the Waverly Island Police Department, Lola Germany. Second, there is Pearl Calhoun, live-in girlfriend of Abel Montague, and one of the Weird Sisters.
The Weird Sisters consists of four students: Pearl Calhoun, Karla Gardyn, Esme Li and Hazel Donovan. The connection between all the women, including Lola, is particularly strong and unique with the past circumstances they’ve endured.
The major themes throughout include women empowerment, witchcraft, magic, and tarot. You actually learn quite a bit about tarot. It’s evident the author has substantially researched the subject.
The author perfectly weaves a story connecting the past events to the present events. It’s dark, eerie, mysterious. Although it’s a quick read, there are so many layers to the story. Of all the stories with witches and witchcraft that I’ve read this year, it’s easily the best.
The novel starts with a young woman being murdered, burned alive, in 1437, on Waverly Island. She was accused of witchcraft. Her name was Matilda and she was one of the first of many Ghost Women.
Six centuries later, we begin the story in a more present time, September 1972, with the murder of a student at St. Luke’s Institute of the Arts, Abel Montague.
The story is told, primarily, from two different perspectives though there are additional voices as we progress. First, there is the lead detective of the Waverly Island Police Department, Lola Germany. Second, there is Pearl Calhoun, live-in girlfriend of Abel Montague, and one of the Weird Sisters.
The Weird Sisters consists of four students: Pearl Calhoun, Karla Gardyn, Esme Li and Hazel Donovan. The connection between all the women, including Lola, is particularly strong and unique with the past circumstances they’ve endured.
The major themes throughout include women empowerment, witchcraft, magic, and tarot. You actually learn quite a bit about tarot. It’s evident the author has substantially researched the subject.
The author perfectly weaves a story connecting the past events to the present events. It’s dark, eerie, mysterious. Although it’s a quick read, there are so many layers to the story. Of all the stories with witches and witchcraft that I’ve read this year, it’s easily the best.
October 18, 2025
This was a great read for spooky season. Set in the 1970's at St. Luke's a prestigious Art School. It opens with a student's mysterious death and a tarot card left behind. Lola a detective is sent in to try & solve the case however more bodies just keep appearing. While at St. Luke's she learns of the coven of artist who dabble in the occult and along withThe Ghost Women tree who supposedly protect the students. Lola soon realizes that she may have to sort out what is reqlly going on here and stretch her beliefs in order to do so.
October 30, 2025
You guys have no idea how much I loved this book! This has really been the best thriller/ murder mystery I’ve read all year. For context, there is murder, mystery, serial killings, tarot cards, burlap dolls, staged crime scenes, witch burnings, a secret art school, seers and witches. The book is witchy, terrifying, addictive and I’ve run out of more adjectives. I have never posted a review the very next day after finishing it, but I had to this time, because it’s good.
I admire Jennifer Murphy as it is evident the research she has done for this. I got to know so much about tarot cards and all. And I was really excited to know how this whole thing was going to be wrapped up in the end. I couldn’t sleep until I finished it.
So, I’ll slow down the hype and will write a few things about the book. The story is set in 1972, on a secluded island in south Carolina, with the mysterious death of an art student at the St. Luke’s university of arts, a school built on the grounds of a centuries old monastery that once held witch trials and executions. Detective Lola Germany, who has her own dark past, leads the investigation and as the murders pile up, I started suspecting everyone including Lola. By the end, I really wished there was like a sequel for this novel.
I loved everything about this book, it’s structure. It’s pacing, the way each character was portrayed to raise suspicion, how seamlessly Jennifer blended the paranormal with the natural. And the cover, it’s what made me look into the book in the first place. The cover is simple, scary and contains the main elements in the book in it. If you couldn’t guess, it’s a five star for me.
And after this book, now I am thinking about how many good books and authors I have missed out on just because they weren’t popular yet.
I admire Jennifer Murphy as it is evident the research she has done for this. I got to know so much about tarot cards and all. And I was really excited to know how this whole thing was going to be wrapped up in the end. I couldn’t sleep until I finished it.
So, I’ll slow down the hype and will write a few things about the book. The story is set in 1972, on a secluded island in south Carolina, with the mysterious death of an art student at the St. Luke’s university of arts, a school built on the grounds of a centuries old monastery that once held witch trials and executions. Detective Lola Germany, who has her own dark past, leads the investigation and as the murders pile up, I started suspecting everyone including Lola. By the end, I really wished there was like a sequel for this novel.
I loved everything about this book, it’s structure. It’s pacing, the way each character was portrayed to raise suspicion, how seamlessly Jennifer blended the paranormal with the natural. And the cover, it’s what made me look into the book in the first place. The cover is simple, scary and contains the main elements in the book in it. If you couldn’t guess, it’s a five star for me.
And after this book, now I am thinking about how many good books and authors I have missed out on just because they weren’t popular yet.
October 20, 2025
3.5 stars
I love a creepy read in October, and this one is giving _Suspiria_ vibes (without giving full _Suspiria_ in many ways). All of the artists, the occult/supernatural elements, and the sense of place/mysterious school add to the sinister backdrop.
For me, a good mystery that centers a detective requires that this detective have a compelling backstory. Their evolution is just as important if not more so than the central questions. I found that with Lola, whose personal connections to the community make her an intriguing character. After all, the sus activities appear to be very longstanding in some ways. Anyone with roots here (creepy tree and/or familial) may have deeper connections to hidden sinister behaviors. Is Lola part of the solution or problem? This was a question I enjoyed asking and answering while reading.
I was drawn to this read by the promise of Tarot and witches, and I wasn't let down. The discussions of Tarot history, the ties between Tarot and the focal crimes, and the flexible use of witchery all helped me stay engaged. I was less enamored by the ongoing treatment of women by men throughout the book, and while this created a realistic sense of the period (and, unfortunately, modern reality), I often wanted more matriarchal wins (I mean...witches. Let's do this) and less of the opposite. Readers sensitive to common motifs in this area should hit up some more specific TW/CW info than what I'll provide here and read with care.
Overall, I enjoyed my first read by Murphy, and I'll look forward to more!
*Special thanks to NetGalley and Dutton for this arc, which I received in exchange for an honest review. The opinions expressed here are my own.
I love a creepy read in October, and this one is giving _Suspiria_ vibes (without giving full _Suspiria_ in many ways). All of the artists, the occult/supernatural elements, and the sense of place/mysterious school add to the sinister backdrop.
For me, a good mystery that centers a detective requires that this detective have a compelling backstory. Their evolution is just as important if not more so than the central questions. I found that with Lola, whose personal connections to the community make her an intriguing character. After all, the sus activities appear to be very longstanding in some ways. Anyone with roots here (creepy tree and/or familial) may have deeper connections to hidden sinister behaviors. Is Lola part of the solution or problem? This was a question I enjoyed asking and answering while reading.
I was drawn to this read by the promise of Tarot and witches, and I wasn't let down. The discussions of Tarot history, the ties between Tarot and the focal crimes, and the flexible use of witchery all helped me stay engaged. I was less enamored by the ongoing treatment of women by men throughout the book, and while this created a realistic sense of the period (and, unfortunately, modern reality), I often wanted more matriarchal wins (I mean...witches. Let's do this) and less of the opposite. Readers sensitive to common motifs in this area should hit up some more specific TW/CW info than what I'll provide here and read with care.
Overall, I enjoyed my first read by Murphy, and I'll look forward to more!
*Special thanks to NetGalley and Dutton for this arc, which I received in exchange for an honest review. The opinions expressed here are my own.
December 2, 2025
Ghost Women is an eerie tale, set in a hidden away small art college in the 70s. As the body count creeps up, complete with accompanying tarot card displays, Detective Germany, along with a coven of student witches will need to discover if they are playing a centuries old game.
I particularly like the characters, their relationships, and the sometimes unreliable narration that happens from their individual points of view. Although I’m a little tired of the style of having multiple characters give different POVs throughout a novel, it works really well here to provide a disjointed understanding of the whole picture. It was fascinating to see inside Pearl’s thoughts since she comes across as sort of hazy and indecipherable but is really very strong and determined.
The plot moves along quickly, and I was engrossed from the first page. Ultimately, I was a little disappointed in the mundanity of the murderer, but the supernatural atmosphere all the way through was done really well: creepy, weird, and disconcerting.
This well written, uncanny novel is probably in my top 5 out of a lot of books (100+) this year. Thank you to NetGalley and Dutton for the eARC.
4.5 stars
I particularly like the characters, their relationships, and the sometimes unreliable narration that happens from their individual points of view. Although I’m a little tired of the style of having multiple characters give different POVs throughout a novel, it works really well here to provide a disjointed understanding of the whole picture. It was fascinating to see inside Pearl’s thoughts since she comes across as sort of hazy and indecipherable but is really very strong and determined.
The plot moves along quickly, and I was engrossed from the first page. Ultimately, I was a little disappointed in the mundanity of the murderer, but the supernatural atmosphere all the way through was done really well: creepy, weird, and disconcerting.
This well written, uncanny novel is probably in my top 5 out of a lot of books (100+) this year. Thank you to NetGalley and Dutton for the eARC.
4.5 stars
December 5, 2025
St. Luke's Institute is a distinguished art school for the elite. Students are admitted by invitation only, in the hopes that they will someday join the artists of great. When a young man is found hanging in the ghost tree positioned like a tarot card, Lola Germany is called in on the case. As a native of the island community, she wants to work fast to close the case. More deaths will follow, leaving a ghostly narrative in its wake. Things are not quite what they seem. A hurricane is approaching, the school is hiding something, Lola needs to move quickly.
First off, this story was quick and easy to follow. I would not categorize it as a police procedural. Yes, Lola is an officer investigating but that aspect is very minute. Instead the story relies heavily on ties to witches, tarot, and supernatural elements. The characters are all strange and slightly eerie. I enjoyed the heavy focus of art throughout the whole book. It definitely paves the way to be a solid read but keep your expectations in check, this is not a top notch crime novel, it's heavily people focused. Thank you Netgalley and Dutton for the advanced copy.
First off, this story was quick and easy to follow. I would not categorize it as a police procedural. Yes, Lola is an officer investigating but that aspect is very minute. Instead the story relies heavily on ties to witches, tarot, and supernatural elements. The characters are all strange and slightly eerie. I enjoyed the heavy focus of art throughout the whole book. It definitely paves the way to be a solid read but keep your expectations in check, this is not a top notch crime novel, it's heavily people focused. Thank you Netgalley and Dutton for the advanced copy.
November 19, 2025
Thank you to NetGalley for sending my first ARC! I couldn’t believe I was finally approved for one. Have always liked a story that revolves on women and this was no exception. Steady pacing, original writing, eerie setting and intriguing plot. The art scene was a bonus and though it was not something I gravitate to, I welcomed reading about the details and styles.
It was also good to read about the different POVs but was not able to connect much with most of the characters except for Lola and Pearl. I did have an inkling of who the person responsible for the gruesome murders was but the reason behind it still surprised me. The ending and epilogue was much needed as it tied everything up. Overall, enjoyed the book and would recommend.
The Ghost Women by Jennifer Murphy publishes on Feb. 24, 2026. It is a suspense tale of a “mysterious art academy in the woods, a deck of ancient tarot cards, a centuries-old secret”.
It was also good to read about the different POVs but was not able to connect much with most of the characters except for Lola and Pearl. I did have an inkling of who the person responsible for the gruesome murders was but the reason behind it still surprised me. The ending and epilogue was much needed as it tied everything up. Overall, enjoyed the book and would recommend.
The Ghost Women by Jennifer Murphy publishes on Feb. 24, 2026. It is a suspense tale of a “mysterious art academy in the woods, a deck of ancient tarot cards, a centuries-old secret”.
November 29, 2025
This book was unlike anything I’ve read before. It mixed murder mystery, art, magic, and ghosts all in one story.
I loved the main characters, Lola and Pearl. Both were such strong women with intriguing stories. It was really interesting to see Lola’s backstory unfold throughout the book!
I thought that the murders based on Tarot cards gave the book a unique premise. This was definitely a great book to read during spooky season because it was set during autumn, featured ghosts and witches, and was just creepy at times.
The book is told in multiple perspectives and I really enjoyed that. I liked getting to read different characters’ points of view on what was happening.
My favorite part of the book was probably the setting. As a South Carolina native, it’s always so cool to read books set here. I love that the author had knowledge of the Lowcountry and included some aspects of Gullah and hoodoo culture into the book.
I loved the main characters, Lola and Pearl. Both were such strong women with intriguing stories. It was really interesting to see Lola’s backstory unfold throughout the book!
I thought that the murders based on Tarot cards gave the book a unique premise. This was definitely a great book to read during spooky season because it was set during autumn, featured ghosts and witches, and was just creepy at times.
The book is told in multiple perspectives and I really enjoyed that. I liked getting to read different characters’ points of view on what was happening.
My favorite part of the book was probably the setting. As a South Carolina native, it’s always so cool to read books set here. I love that the author had knowledge of the Lowcountry and included some aspects of Gullah and hoodoo culture into the book.
January 2, 2026
This book has so many things that drew me: a boarding school, murder mystery, supernatural, and an owl. :-) Lola is a detective living on an island alongside St. Luke’s Art College, which happens to be housed in a former monastery and is the site of some witch trials in the 15th century. When a star student turns up dead in a staged tableau mimicking a tarot card, Lola sets off to find the killer.
The story is well done. Lots of twists and turns with interesting characters. The supernatural/witchcraft element makes it even more interesting. The story takes place in the 1970s so a lot of the plot points are hard to understand in this modern age (killer on the loose but the headmaster won’t call parents and let them know their children are in danger?!). I would have liked to see more character development with Lola the main storyteller. I didn’t see the end coming and enjoyed the story overall.
The story is well done. Lots of twists and turns with interesting characters. The supernatural/witchcraft element makes it even more interesting. The story takes place in the 1970s so a lot of the plot points are hard to understand in this modern age (killer on the loose but the headmaster won’t call parents and let them know their children are in danger?!). I would have liked to see more character development with Lola the main storyteller. I didn’t see the end coming and enjoyed the story overall.
October 19, 2025
The story of The Ghost Women takes place in the 1970's at a secretive art college on an island in the Low Country. It is a crime novel that is loaded with the possibility of the supernatural at every turn - modern witchcraft and ancient tarot cards make for a slightly scary book that is perfect for spooky season. When a gruesome murder at the art school intersects with the local folklore about the 15th century witch trials that took place there, the investigation becomes puzzling for our female investigator. The students themselves may or may not be trusted, and the subsequent murders seem to be targeted, and more and more gruesome.
Although the 1970's setting didn't really seem to add to the story, I loved the mysterious art school and the sense of lingering evil in this gothic tale, where everyone seems to have something to hide.
~Thank you to NetGalley and Publisher
Although the 1970's setting didn't really seem to add to the story, I loved the mysterious art school and the sense of lingering evil in this gothic tale, where everyone seems to have something to hide.
~Thank you to NetGalley and Publisher
done-with
December 23, 2025I'm in the minority but I just could not get into this one. I found the pacing to be slow, the characters to overlap in personality and description, and the whole thing to meander more than I found enjoyable. There's nothing wrong with that if it is a writing style that you engage with and you find the characters to be relatable or, on the flip side, so devious that you can't help but want to see where they go next. Unfortunately, for me, this one was way too slow a burn to keep my attention. Despite a host of topics that seemed like they promised a twisty and exciting ride - dark academia, women reclaiming power, tarot and magic, mysterious murder - I never felt like I caught the threads. This one wasn't a good fit for me.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for my obligation-free review copy.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for my obligation-free review copy.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
“The Ghost Women” by Jennifer Murphy is a dark atmospheric, and haunting mystery that used tarot symbolism to create a unique narrative.
The story takes place at a centuries old monastery that has been transformed into an elite art school with a history of witch trials. A male student is found hanging from a tree positioned like the “Hanged Man” tarot card. A detective with her own dark past leads the investigation. As she navigates between secretive administrators, savage murders, and a self proclaimed coven of witches, the blurred lines between the spiritual world and reality make for a spellbinding read.
I loved the dynamic between all the female characters as well as the seamless blending of the paranormal and the natural. I highly recommend to everyone who loves this genre!
Thank you NetGalley and Dutton for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
October 30, 2025
WOW. The Ghost Women is in my top 5 books of the year! Thank you to NetGalley and Dutton Publishing for the honor of reading this for an honest review.
Jennifer Murphy doesn’t just roll out one murder and one secret. The body count rises, the arrangements become fresh puzzles, the lines between past and present blur. The masterfully maintained tension makes the reader ask: what is really happening here? And more importantly, who holds the power? Who writes the ritual? Who survives? This isn’t a cozy whodunit, it’s an undercurrent of power, art, spirituality, and gendered dynamics. The stakes feel elemental and high.
I rarely re-read books, but I will definitely read this again.
Jennifer Murphy doesn’t just roll out one murder and one secret. The body count rises, the arrangements become fresh puzzles, the lines between past and present blur. The masterfully maintained tension makes the reader ask: what is really happening here? And more importantly, who holds the power? Who writes the ritual? Who survives? This isn’t a cozy whodunit, it’s an undercurrent of power, art, spirituality, and gendered dynamics. The stakes feel elemental and high.
I rarely re-read books, but I will definitely read this again.
October 29, 2025
The Ghost Women is a haunting and suspenseful story that masterfully blends mystery, historical depth, and psychological intrigue. Jennifer Murphy creates an atmosphere that is eerie and immersive, keeping you on edge while unraveling secrets from the past.
The characters are compelling, layered, and flawed in ways that make them feel strikingly real. The pacing is steady, with just the right mix of tension, revelations, and emotional resonance to keep you turning the pages.
A gripping, atmospheric read for fans of historical thrillers and dark mysteries—Murphy’s storytelling lingers long after the final chapter.
The characters are compelling, layered, and flawed in ways that make them feel strikingly real. The pacing is steady, with just the right mix of tension, revelations, and emotional resonance to keep you turning the pages.
A gripping, atmospheric read for fans of historical thrillers and dark mysteries—Murphy’s storytelling lingers long after the final chapter.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I knew I was going to love this. It had me hooked at dark and atmospheric!! I enjoyed the tarot cards in connection with the murders. I own quite a few decks myself so I had background knowledge and enjoyed it thoroughly!!! The Ghost Women is original but feels nostalgic. The vibes were there and I was very into this dark and sinister story all the way through. My only negative would be Lola wasn’t all that likable to me but I did love the coven girls. This story hit the spot!! 3.85 stars ⭐️
Thank you to NetGalley, Dutton Publishing, and Jennifer Murphy for the opportunity to read an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
Thank you to NetGalley, Dutton Publishing, and Jennifer Murphy for the opportunity to read an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
October 8, 2025
I’m so grateful I won this early proof in Goodreads giveaway! I completely love the novel and all it contains! It has so many of my favorite elements, including witchcraft and strong female characters.
October 18, 2025
This is a really interesting read especially if you like paranormal AND crime. I really liked the witch trial and tarot card element, but adding the crime element (two of my favorite book genres) really added to it. If you like both elements, it is definitely interesting,!
October 16, 2025
I love reading mysteries and this book was a great one. I liked the time setting, in the early 70’s.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I liked this, the characters were believable and the plot was different. the 1970s timeline was perfect for the feminism undertone.
thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC.
thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC.
January 16, 2026
I enjoyed this book. Murders at this school on a small island would be very scary! Then we learn more about the students and what we might expect to happen but certainly not why and who is doing it. The main characters were interesting especially Detective Lola Germany and Pearl. The girls different talents were intriguing and there were characters at the school you won't like and can root against too. I liked the owl watching and helping and the possibility of a closer relationship with Lola and the coven. The book has plenty of surprises and when I finished I enjoyed reading the acknowledgments and the interesting information from the author about Tarot and the setting where the book takes place.
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