When We Were Memories

by Shelbie Mae

The explosive second instalment in the Ghost Mountain series! When We Were Memories includes a book one synopsis, so you can jump right in without reading the first book.

Levi has the ability to bring things to life with ink and pen. Or so the woman who claims to be his girlfriend keeps telling him. The problem is, Levi can't remember the last three months of his life, much less a magical skill. To discover if this ability is real, Levi writes something impossible . . . and then it comes knocking on his door.

Marigold is heartbroken when Levi can't remember her. A threatening note and an attack leave her desperate to help him regain his memories and confront the person who is tormenting her. Could the legend of a magical kiss help bring back his memories?

Colton is back in town to help his mother heal from a car accident, not to confront ghosts from his past. But the memory of the girl he lost years ago is haunting him. When he coincidentally meets her sister, Colton must face his loss head on as he is thrust into a world of magic and memory.

Someone wants the mountain magic for themselves, and only a personal betrayal will reveal who is behind old mysteries and new threats.

345 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 24, 2026

About the author

Hi, I'm Shelbie Mae! I live with husband and mostly blind Boston Terrier on the West Coast but I'm really an East Coast girl. I love writing new books, baking fresh chocolate chip cookies, running, reading, exploring new places, meeting new friends, and, of course, chilling on the couch with a bowl of popcorn and a movie. You can connect with me on Instagram @shelbiemaewrites or on my Website shelbie-mae.com. I'd love to hear from you!

Reviews

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again, Shelbie Mae has pleasantly surprised me with a novel unlike any others I have read. I enjoyed the first book in this series, but the second book was even better. Suspense kept me turning the pages and the depth of characters and important, applicable themes throughout kept me invested. This is not just a great page turner, it will cause you to reflect, think, and hug your loved ones extra tight.

[Katie Nieuwsma · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a really well done sequel to the first. Lots of new twists and turns that keep you interested as the reader. I thought the character development was good and the plot keeps you moving and makes me want to read the third book! Would recommend if you’re looking for an enjoyable read.