I picked up this book on a whim after being drawn in by the cover, expecting something light and fun—only to end up devouring it in a single sitting. It delivered exactly the spooky-season energy I didn’t know I needed. A ballerina-turned-ghost hunter and a meteorologist-turned-storm chaser? I didn’t realize that was my new favorite genre mash-up until now.
From the start, Winona and Charlie hooked me. Separately, they’re compelling, but together? Absolute chaos in the best way. I felt for Winona and her tightly guarded heart, and Charlie crashing back into her life like an emotional storm made me root for them even harder. We absolutely love a man who is shamelessly obsessed and actively yearning.
The dual timeline structure was such a win. Being able to see their past unravel alongside their present-day reunion added depth, tension, and so much aching emotion. Instead of falling back in love with the memory of who they used to be, we get to watch them rediscover each other as they are now—flawed, changed, but still tethered. I was fully invested, whispering “please just figure it out” like a desperate ghost in the background.
The abandoned prison setting was the perfect eerie backdrop—just creepy enough to give me chills without losing the romantic tension. I’m not someone who scares easily while reading, but I definitely got a few goosebumps during their investigation… and maybe a different kind of shiver when the chemistry heated up.
This story managed to be spooky, romantic, emotionally raw, and wildly entertaining, all without a single dull moment. I was constantly on edge wanting to know more, not just about the ghosts haunting the prison, but the ghosts haunting Winona and Charlie themselves.
Easily a top read of the month, and I already want to reread it.
And yes—special shoutout to the ghosts for the vibes.
Thank you to NetGalley, the author and publishers for this ARC in exchange for a honest review. I loved it!