Grim Tidings: A Novel – A Grim Reaper x Guardian Angel Romance

Ghosted #2

by B.K. Borison

From #1 New York Times bestselling author B.K. Borison comes a new whimsical, haunting romance. When a runaway grim reaper tries to save a life, she clashes with a skeptical Guardian, forcing them to form an unlikely partnership beyond the grave.

Darcy Moore is tired of death. Which would be fine and good ... if she wasn’t a Grim Reaper. Determined to outrun her designation as the villain, Darcy decides she won’t be dragging her next assignment to the underworld. She’ll be saving him instead.

Unfortunately for Darcy, there’s a complication in her plan. Guardian Angel Gabriel Aetos doesn’t tolerate threats to his little corner of the world, and a Grim Reaper showing up at his bar is as deadly as it gets. But when he realizes Darcy is not as she seems, Gabriel must decide if he can trust his growing feelings or hold on to his long-standing grudge.

But magic doesn’t come without consequences. And the Department of Hauntings & Spirits will eventually come calling for their missing Reaper.

A spooky yet simmering enemies-to-lovers tale to keep you warm this fall.

Tropes:
• Enemies to Lovers
• Angel x Reaper
• Grumpy x grumpy
• Guy who likes everyone except her
• Death but make it corporate
• Star-crossed lovers
• Changing your fate

Genres: Romance, Christmas, Fantasy, Paranormal, Holiday, Fiction, Contemporary Romance

352 pages, Kindle Edition

Expected publication September 15, 2026

About the author

New York Times, Sunday Times, and USA Today Bestselling author B.K. Borison is the author of cozy, contemporary romances featuring emotionally vulnerable characters and swoon-worthy settings. When she’s not daydreaming about fictional characters doing fictional things, she’s at home with her family, more than likely buying books she doesn’t have room for.

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Reviews

[ellen · Rating 5 out of 5]

if you know how much i loved good spirits (a lot) then i am here to say i loved this one EVEN MORE. b. k. borison quite literally never lets me down. this was sweet, funny, hot and cute all at the same time. i read this in one sitting as soon as i got home and opened the package with it in, and it’s definitely one of my favourite books of the year. OBSESSED

[DianaRose · Rating 5 out of 5]

firstly, thank you thank you to the publisher for an arc!

i don’t think i’ve ever cried as much reading a b k borison book as i have with grim tidings — i literally cannot go into depth for the sake of not spoiling the read for others excited about this book.

however, i will say grim tidings granted me a new outlook on death and the afterlife; as someone with extreme death anxiety, books that paint death as a beginning always soothe my anxiety and bring me hope.

the next book in this series is undoubtedly gideon’s — and im very excited as i enjoyed the parts of the book he appeared in!

not to mention, the cutie easter eggs from good spirits were nice to see🩵✨

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update at 25% — if i know anything about b k borison, i just know that i’ve picked up on a possible plot twist. i’m calling it NOW

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everyone... i fear it's time i dive into my ARC 🫂🫶

YAAAAA I'VE GOT THE ARC!

[ଘRory]

I'm so ready to feel that ghosty,ethereally cozy vibe—curled up in my Rory Gilmore sweater with a warm coffee 🥺 The only problem? I have to wait until September 2026 to get it! 😭😭😭

[DianaRose]

YAAAAA I'VE GOT THE ARC!

AAAH I LOVE THE COVER🥹🤭

manifesting for the yearning levels to be through the roof in this one💞

[Maeghan 🦋 · Rating 5 out of 5]

When I got this arc a few days ago I can’t even tell you the amount of excitement I felt!! I had friends over and I told them but they were all like : oh exciting but what’s an arc??? And I said : that’s not the point! 😂
HUGEEEE thanks to NetGalley & Avon and Harper Voyager! You made a girl SO HAPPY🥹

Dedication ; « For the ones who feel trapped in the shadows. »

Darcy is a grim reaper and she’s fed up with death. She wants to be seen & understood… and she’s so fed up of people being afraid of her. She gets assigned to a cute little village and immediately clicks with her nemesis (well, to be fair, it’s more of a one sided hatred on his part) ; who immediately rejects her upon learning what she is.

Like every single romance BK Borison writes ; it develops in a natural way, they have flaws & it’s sweet and thoughtful. Remembering the little things was this romance’s strong suit. I just wanted them to be together & happy. (I’ve rated 3 out of the 4 books I read from this author 5 stars. I love her writing, ideas, execution & characters so much. What a gem this author is!)

« My empathy is a gift, but sometimes I feel the weight of it like a curse ; his hurts feel like my own. »

I sincerely absolutely fell in love with Darcy upon her introduction. She’s a softhearted fmc and I loved that she wore her emotions on her sleeves. It was just so endearing and I wanted to hug her. I loved the mmc as well (the way he remembered every little thing was sooo endearing) and the side character Frank. This story has a piece of my heart.

« She said if I loved flowers so much, maybe I should spend more of my time with them. But I don’t think she realized the only reason I ever loved flowers is because she did. » 💔

Now there is a section in the acknowledgement that really, really got to me. Like the author’s husband, I worked in palliative care for 2 years in the beginning of my career. I still remember the comments I would get from people (because death is difficult & still taboo, unfortunately. I teach a class about death & grief and it’s my favourite topic to teach. Breaking the taboos, one step at a time) and I would always say : how lucky am I to be with this human in their last moment? It’s so beautiful. There is something so heartwarming and yet gut wrenching about making this last little difference for them. And I loved that the author incorporated this in her story for her husband. It was just so sweet.

[vita ౨ৎ (inactive)]

ꕤ 🪻𝐩𝐫𝐞-𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 ࿐ ͎. ｡˚ ° ⊹ ˚.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⤿ release date: september 15

THE COVER IS FINALLY HERE YAYYYYY lT LOOKS BEAUTIFUL!!! i loved ‘good spirits’ and i can’t wait to read this one, soooooo excited 🥹💜

⊹ ⌞ 🫟 ⌝ ⊹ ghosted series .ᐟ

⌗ i. good spirits review
⌗ ii. grim tidings

[maria]

Grim tidings as the title is actually so perfect😋😋

[Luce · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️

B. K. never ever disappoints and always over delivers in every single aspect. This book was a beautiful story about a reaper and a guardian angel and honestly that dynamic had me sold from the get go.

I adored Darcy, her character development and journey that she embarked on was a special one. In particular how she navigated finding her light within when she only saw herself as someone who embodied the dark.

The whole concept of death was explored beautifully. So often we fear death and what may come after and i felt like the trajectory of this story reflected that, allowing the reader to feel seen and understood and also to tackle that fear head on.

I really wanted this to be 5 stars and the only reason why the score isn’t quite that is just because I felt like Gabriel’s character was incredibly harsh for the first chunk of the book and then almost overnight he transformed into a lovable golden retriever. I enjoyed his progression and him letting down his guard and revealing a softer core but it almost felt a little too fast and I didn’t love his harsh/almost bratty personality at the start. SORRY!!! just personal preference on that one but overall I absolutely adored this book.

[rei ‧₊˚✩彡]

pre-release:

ARE YOU KIDDING ME?! JUST LOOK AT THAT COVER? 😫 it’s so pretty i literally ran to the article to see the cover because i’ve been sat for this book since i finished good spirits 🥹🫧🩵 i’m so so so excited for this one!

[Katie’s Bookshelf · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5⭐️

"I can't stop thinking of you. Even when I want to, Even when I try to distract myself, I just- I can't stop. You are there, constantly. Every time I close my eyes. Every time I turn my head. I see you in every room. Every shadow, every corner, every almost and maybe."

Absolutely loved this. Darcy and Gabriel were adorable. I loved how they started out at odds and not trusting each other but just couldn't help being drawn together and confiding in each other

Darcy is a grim reaper who is tired of death. She winds up at a bar, halfheartedly searching for her newest assignment when she meets the cute bartender, Gabriel. Unknown to her, Gabriel is from the office of Guardian Angels! He is tasked with protecting humanity and he takes that charge very seriously. He of course doesn't want Darcy around at first and doesn't believe her when she says she just wants something different for a change. He agrees to help Darcy with her list of mortal activities if she agrees to give him hints about the soul she is there to collect.

I loved how we as the reader got to see Darcy's softer side along with Gabriel. This woman is a 100 year-old grim reaper, dresses all in black and wields a scythe. But she also saved a dog, named him Tater Tot and wants to carve pumpkins and see the sunset and bake a pie.

Gabriel has been alive for centuries but has never really lived. He has spent all those years trying to keep the mortals around him safe. But then he meets Darcy and suddenly he has more light in his life, and can find meaning in it. I just loved getting to see these two become everything to each other

Thank you to Netgalley and the publishing team for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grim Tidings (Ghosted #2) B.K. Borison
Book Blurb: a new whimsical, haunting romance. When a runaway grim reaper tries to save a life, she clashes with a skeptical Guardian, forcing them to form an unlikely partnership beyond the grave.

Rating: ***** (really infinity)
Feels: Amusement, Engaged, Touched, Complete
Style: Romance, Fantasy, Paranormal, Holiday, Contemporary Romance, Adult
First published September 15, 2026 : 384 pages

Themes & Setting: We set out on this journey of life not knowing what to expect and in this book the afterlife is also unknown to those before they enter it. The people in this book are all on different stages of their journeys and all looking for something different.
FMC: Darcy Moore is tired of death. She is a Reaper who takes a soul from life to be processed and then they move on. She wants something different ....
MMC: Gabriel Aetos is a Guardian Angel with all the sweet protective vibes you could wish for. Thats a problem for Darcy because she threatens not only his peace but his little small town. He feels any death is a failure on his part, even if it is only her job.

Conclusion: I don’t think I could count the times I sob cried while reading this or the beautiful moments I found along the way. When I got to the end and read the acknowledgment things made so much more sense. There is a sense of lose for so many with death yet it can also be more. This read lovingly explored so much of what is life , love and to live both while in this life and in the next. Every time I pick up her books I know I’m in for a good emotional read. I still don’t know if I have enough words for this one. It was truly touching.

Favorite Quote: "You understand now, don't you?" "Yes," I whisper. "I do."

This book has:
Forbidden Love
Enemies to Lovers
Small Town Vibes
Angel X Reaper
Death but make it corporate
Changing your Fate

[Christina Bertolo]

I hope this is about that grim reaper that went MIA 🤭

[Aya ☕︎ · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s been a while since I read a GOOD paranormal book. I’ve read every single word and enjoyed every single second of it 💜

How I loved Darcy and Gabriel 🥹 They immediately made it onto my "favorite couples" list! It’s soft, but still a true enemies-to-lovers story. It's fast-paced, but slow enough that you feel every single emotion. I’m in love with Borison’s recent series.

⋆ ˚｡⋆୨୧˚𝕻𝖗𝖊-𝖗𝖊𝖆𝖉˚୨୧⋆｡˚ ⋆

I have something you want 🤭 thank you Netgalley and Avon for giving me this opportunity 💜💜

[BookLover · Rating 5 out of 5]

Giving five stars to offset the one star rating for a book that is almost a year away from being released.

GoodReads really needs to limit early ratings.

I looked at the profile of the person who left the one star rating and that’s 99% of what they do. I’ve left my share of one stars over the years but this is excessive and seems very fishy.

[Jen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every time I read a new B.K. Borison book I think, surely, SURELY, she has run out of room to top herself.

And she does. Every. Single. Time.

Grim Tidings is perfect. B.K. somehow wrote a book that is simultaneously heartbreaking and heartwarming; that is witty and spicy and fun and sad; that SAYS something, about death and life and people who help you, on your way.

Darcy and Gabriel are the perfect, classic, opposites-attract-(and maybe are more alike than they think). I ached so, so much for Darcy. Her longing GUTS you—for purpose, for something more, for connection. The way she breaks down Gabriel’s surly, reluctant, fluffed feathers is cute and charming and just, a perfect look at falling reluctantly, helplessly in love.

Also:
🪽 An insanely overprotective, possessive MMC
🍋‍🟩 Tequila shots heal all wounds
🐕 Tater Tot, the goodest good boy there ever was
🎃 Perfect spooky, small-town fall, Halloween vibes—(putting my bet in now that we get 4th of July next)
💜 Wit, whimsy, and nostalgia—her writing is so soft and lyrical and feels like coming home
🕶️ Let it be known now that Gideon is MINE. I call him. Everyone else, back off

Oh, and this world?! The way B.K. continues to enrich the Department is insane. The small, tiny Easter eggs where this one interconnects with Good Spirits—and even Heartstrings—are Taylor Swift level masterful.

I devoured this in one sitting over a week ago, and I’m crying again now, thinking about this beautiful story. I didn’t review it right away because I was too raw. Those feelings are still here—because the magic of B.K. Borison is that her words lodge into you and stay there.

Thank you, Avon!

[fromthestudyof · Rating 5 out of 5]

Infinity stars.

I smiled, laughed, squealed with delight, wept, and then smiled again.

This book is like a hardy, rich soup - filled me up & is going to cling to my ribs for a long time.

I don’t know how to articulate how warm this book is. BK has somehow infused the feeling of genuine love & want for human connection into words on the page. A masterclass.

I loved everything about this.

cry count: 8

[Erin (erinsreadingroom) · Rating 5 out of 5]

☆ 5 stars

"I kiss her like she belongs to me. In a way nothing has in more than a thousand years."

📖 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭: 352 pages
👤 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫: B.K. Borison
🏢 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫: HQ Stories
📅 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞: 15 September 2026

What you can expect:
— Adult Contemporary Paranormal Romance
— First Person X Dual POV
— Grumpy X Grumpy
— Guardian Angel X Grim Reaper
— Afterlife Corporate Rivals
— Star-Crossed Lovers
— Opposites Attract
— Animal Companion
— Winged MMC X Shadow Mommy FMC
— Yearning x1000
— Bucket List Adventures

Grim Tidings is the second instalment in Ghosted series by author B.K. Borison. Do you ever feel like you read the works of an author and come to the realisation that they are exactly where they should be… alongside where they want to be? I’m not kidding when I say that every single book that I’ve read by this author (First Time Caller was my first) has been utter perfection and if I could surpass the five-star rating scale then I would without question. I don’t even know how I’m supposed to pick a favourite, but this one definitely comes pretty close to the top as one of my books of the year. One thing I know that I can continuously count on from Borison is her ability to deliver an unforgettable story that is as equally healing as it is heart wrenching and hurtful. Her capacity for exploring delicate conversations including grief and death with such grace and care is beyond incredible in the way that you are left with the sensation of the warm embrace that you crave on a cold day. I physically couldn’t put my book down from the very moment I picked it up and there’s no denying that I experienced every variety of emotions that you can imagine from beginning to end. The distinctive narrative voice, descriptive writing, compelling character interactions and emotional dialogue continues to cement B.K. Borison as one of my absolute favourite authors of all-time and there’s no denying that I will consume every book she ever deigns to gift us mere mortals with. This is the book of my dreams with the stunning cover to match… and even though it’s way too early you can guarantee that I’ll be counting down the days until the release of the third and final (sobbing) book in this remarkable series.

Darcy Moore is a wonderful compilation of contradictions that I had the best experience getting to know and understand as a character. I knew I was in for a good time when the ending of the first book hinted towards a runaway Grim Reaper that is tired of death and yearns for something more. I was really intrigued to see what would happen should a Reaper go against the very foundations of their existence and attempt to save a soul rather than taking it, and I definitely wasn’t left disappointed in the end. I was pleasantly surprised at the intricacies of her character in how deeply her softness and vulnerabilities play a role in her everyday life. Darcy’s capacity for empathy and understanding made her easy character to connect with as it becomes clear just how lonely she has felt for the majority of her life, both when she was alive and now as being undead. So much of Darcy’s dialogue and private thoughts made me feel like my heart was shredding piece by piece within my chest and I sympathised with the way she yearned for a normal, mundane human existence filled with life and vibrancy. It becomes clear quite quickly that she is not one to ever asks for anything for herself and I loved getting to follow her journey towards slowly learning how to ask and advocate for herself. I felt immediately endeared towards Darcy’s outlook on human existence and the way that she valued every moment she was granted to belong as one of them. Her kindness for others alongside her unapologetic fierceness felt perfectly matched and I fear that Darcy may now be my favourite heroine by this author to-date. There is not a single bad attribute that I can name for her character and I adored every moment that we are granted within her perspective. I was fighting back tears in the end and I couldn’t be happier in the way that Darcy’s journey concludes.

Gabriel Aetos is a notable highlight to the story for me in the way that we witness him undergo tremendous growth from the very beginning of his journey. You get an immediate strong sense on him and his morals as a Guardian Angel whom has sworn to preserve and protect the best of humanity for over a thousand years. His prejudice and animosity towards Reapers as a result of experiences within the past showcases Gabriel at his worst alongside his capacity to be flawed despite being intended for ‘good.’ Gabriel is a very complex being that desperately fears failing at the duty that he has so vigilantly abided by as the threat of it all being ripped away looms over his shoulders. I really sympathised in the way that he is always giving back to the people around him without ever trying, nor wanting, to take anything for himself in return. I adored getting to witness the close connections that he has forged with the humans in the small coastal town he currently resides in and the way that he seemed to thrive within their company. I had the best time getting to better understand Gabriel as the story progressed and the way his inner softness came to the forefront of his character as he feels more relaxed. I was really pleased to see his ability to admit his wrongs as this helped to showcase his capacity immense growth and maturity. Gabriel’s yearning was exquisite and I found myself wanting to constantly squeal like a teenager every time his thoughts became consumed (this happens many times) by his unlikely partner. Gabriel is a wonderfully complex and relatable character to follow from beginning to end and I can’t deny that he’s now one of my favourite love interests that this author has written thus far. I was admittedly a tad nervous towards the end in my anticipation in what his ‘happy ending’ would look like and there’s no denying that I was choking back tears in the aftermath of the conclusion. In queen B.K. Borison we trust, always. The emotional pain is always worth it when you are left with such a fulfilling conclusion.

I absolutely loved the whirlwind dynamic that is explored between Darcy and Gabriel within Grim Tidings as hostility and misunderstandings soon develops into an unmistakable, tender romance that will leave you swooning into your pillows. There’s no denying that their relationship kicks off with a rocky beginning as Gabriel’s incorrect assumptions of Darcy’s intentions leaves both characters at an impasse. Their development is heavily reliant upon an ‘actions over words’ approach which I delighted upon in the way that trust is earned through genuine means. Their banter and quick-witted interactions made for an enjoyable buffer as feelings begin to take root despite both characters desperately trying to fight against it. I was honestly just existing in a constant state of giddiness throughout the majority of this book as longing glances, forbidden attraction and swoon-worthy yearning slowly begins to demands its time to shine on page. The way that Darcy and Gabriel begin to truly understand one another and connect on a deeply emotional level is unmatched and I adored the safe space that they created within their dynamic to be their true selves. There is ample moments of vulnerability and tender discussion which helps to drive their relationship forward amidst their own personal healing journey. Their love story felt hard-earned and I absolutely adored the unconventional family unit they have created in the end. I don’t know why Gabriel referring to Tater Tot as ‘Spud’ warmed my heart as much as it did, but for me it just went to show how much effort went into attainting the trust and love of Darcy’s loyal companion. As satisfactory as the ending on their love story was… I cannot help but selfishly yearn for one final cameo from this magnetic pair in the third and final instalment in the Ghosted series… especially after guessing who our two MCs of that book will be.

I’ve not exaggerating when I say that I’ve never wished to be a physical annotator as much as I did during my experience reading Grim Tidings… but alas my fear over ruining my precious book won out in the end. There are so many moments that I desperately hope will be forever imprinted into my brain in the way that I feel fundamentally changed. Borison is a true, masterful storyteller that knows how to write emotionally-charged stories that will sit with you for a very long time. The discussions surrounding death not being an ending to be feared, but the beginning of something anew, felt invigorating and refreshing to face as somebody that constantly worries about the unknowns of ‘what comes next.’ I already cannot wait to get my hands on the ebook version to re-read so that I can highlight and note every moment that has stuck with me through to the end… and the teasing snippets on what to expect in book three? Obsessed. Feral. Count me in. Do you think Maverick will let me hide out in his office when it’s my time to go so that I can keep up-to-date on all the latest office gossip? The Ghosted series is filled with endless charm and swoon-worthy romances that I cannot recommend any higher to my fellow romance readers, so pretty please make sure to pick this one up because I’m extremely confident that you won’t regret it.

𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐑𝐂 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞.

The 'Ghosted' series:
1. Good Spirits - 5 stars
2. Grim Tidings - 5 stars

[har]

avon pls be sweet with the arcs <3

[elise | bookingthroughlife · Rating 5 out of 5]

LOVED!!!!

i've been struggling to write this review bc sometimes books are just so good how do you articulate it? grim tidings was everything i wanted and so much more. truly might be my fav bk book yet.

first off, the tension & chemistry between darcy & gabriel??????? insane. like these two hit it off from the start & you can FEEL it! i was living for every single interaction and how they kept orbiting each other and flirting with each other !! SO GOOD! also gabriel is 1000% my type of man: flirty, a little broken and extremely caring. i love him i love him i love him.

something i loved about this book (beyond how hot darcy and gabriel are and how much they love each other) is how beautifully bk tackles death, responsibilities and the weight of expectations in a really unique story setting. you feel the anguish of darcy. you understand her dilemma of being a reaper but hating being the bringer of death. how does one keep being the bad guy? is she a bad guy? the way darcy wrestles with these thoughts and feelings and how she ultimately overcomes them is so beautiful (trying to keep it vague so i don't spoil anything)

and gabriel is also going through his own struggles, bearing the weight of protecting everyone around him. loving what he does but feeling exhausted from it at the same time. 😭 yeah.

and those struggles are part of what makes darcy & gabriel's relationship so sweet. they truly are a safe space, a breath of fresh air, for each other. and it is the sweetest most beautiful thing.

also tator tot and frank are my babies and i love them so much it's not even funnyyyyy

thank you so so much Avon Books for the arc! this is my honest review.

[Readaholic Book Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

What to expect in Grim Tidings:
-Reaper x Archangel
-enemies to lovers
-forced proximity
-underlying themes of grief
-right person wrong time

Darcy's profession within the Department (of Haunting and Spirits) is as a Reaper. She ushers those who are dying into the afterlife. But...Darcy wants something different from her job and life in general. She's tired of dying and death and being last person someone sees before dying. So she decides to veer a little off course on her next assignment. Instead of being the harbinger of death...she'll save the person instead!

Sounds like a wonderful idea, except some complications arise when Darcy is dropped off at her next location. She ends up in the same town as Guardian Angel, Gabriel - oopes! Their departments clearly do not like each other. She ushers in death while he tries to protect his people. There's a lot of animosity between the two. Will they find a way to “work” in the same place while both completing their assignments?

THIS BOOK...aahhh how I loved this book 😭. The tears were flowing fast and quite early while reading this book to be honest. BK Borison has a way of writing that just gets to me. Darcy and Gabriel had so much chemistry - from the first scene they were in together I was wanting these two to end up together. But that wasn't always easy considering their jobs. Darcy the Reaper and Gabriel the Angel are on two opposite sides of the spectrum. How would they even make a relationship between each other work?

Every side character had an important part to play in Grim Tidings and I loved them all. From Gabe's bar friends to the resident florist in town to Darcy's fellow eight (!!) year old Reaper Aelia - they all played crucial parts of this story 🥹

If there's one thing that BK Borison excels at its weaving the underlying themes of grief within her books. And it might be odd for me to say this - but she did it so well here. I have passage after passage highlighted 🖤.

What another lovely and hauntingly beautiful book from BK Borison. I literally cannot wait for the next book which has to be Gideon's / book -right?!?! I can already feel the angst with that one.

Definitely add this one to your tbr if you haven't alredy!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher.

[megan ◡̈]

i cant tell you how many times in the last few days since the cover reveal i’ve come back to this posting so i can stare at the cover likeeee I NEED IT

[summer⁎ ˚ ˚୨୧⋆｡˚ ⋆]

i loveeee the cover but what is up with the over-saturated blush/contour on both of their faces?!

[cat (catching up slowly)]

・❥・⁀➷ pre-release

april 27th- HELLO THERE GORGEOUS 💜💜💜
I can’t get over B. K. Borrison’s book covers 😭 they are all top tier 🫶🏼😍

[Ashley · Rating 5 out of 5]

I consider myself Good Spirits number one fan. Like it was a SIX star read for me, so the fact that this one blew it out the water. I say that with so much love. This was genuinely SO charming. While Good Spirits is for sure a Christmas reread, this one is PERFECT for fall. Yes, it can also be read as a standalone, and you can probably read this one first, but trust me read both.

The first little meet cute was SO delicious. Actually, the entire book was delicious. The chemistry and the banter was honestly insane. I had to keep pausing and then going back just to reread the same passage over and over. I was blushing!! I laughed out loud!! I KICKED my FEET!!

I also cried like ten different times. Heartwarming and sad in such a tender mix.

We got some grumpy x grumpy, which I feel like is so underrated. We got some enemies (though, lets be real, Gabriel is the only with actual beef) to lovers. It starts off fast and hot and heavy then moves into a nice little slow burn. We get a ghost (zombie?) dog!! The perfect and wild mix of side characters who you become attached to and love just as much as our main characters. It's the perfect blend of every single thing I love about a romcom.

I'm honestly still giddy after reading and planning another read once it's released because you best believe I'll be buying a physical copy.

I also love the idea of this taking place in the same universe as heartstrings and lovelight farms, because that means my friends are running around and falling in love with their SOULMATES while living in a magic filled world.

Thank you so much to Avon and netgalley for the invite for the e-arc!!

[Madison (madinotmaddiereads) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thanks so much to Avon for a digital arc in exchange my honest thoughts 💌

Sometimes you read a book and you can tangibly feel that the author wrote their heart into the pages. I felt that so much with Grim Tidings and it made my admiration for BK grow even more for how beautifully she told this story that held some personal notes for her (the acknowledgements oh my god ❤️‍🩹)

These two leads were so fun and easy to root for! Delightful banter set against a “caught between two worlds” type of rivalry and compelling characterization that had my heart tugged in all the right ways. The chemistry is completely unmatched, undeniable and I felt so very fortunate to hear witness to these characters’ budding love that glittered and popped like champagne fizz. The tequila scene?! Hang it in the Louve immediately 🫦

I wish the initial chemistry had been a little more drawn out and maybe a touch more development on their magical backgrounds (she’s a grim reaper, he’s a guardian angel) but BK continues to earn my trust through a full sweeping away anytime I open up one of her books.

[Anna (annasbookstacks) · Rating 5 out of 5]

the acknowledgments got me WEEPING

[carolina (semi ia)]

Look at that cover 😭 absolutely stunning!!! I can’t wait to read this book 🥹

[Polina]

Giving the book 5* to balance the „Book has yet to be announced, but 1*“-review

We have a name!!

[Kaitlyn]

SQUEALING I can't wait AND IT COMES OUT ON MY BIRTHDAY. :' )

[Kassi · Rating 5 out of 5]

THIS is what you call a 5-star read!!!

my emotions are SPENT. my heart is FULL. my new obsession is UNLOCKED. and I suddenly have another top read of the year! I swear I called it from less than 10% in. I just knew there was magic humming within these pages.

Grim Tidings was everything. I was hooked from the start. I loved the cool, edgy vibes to this. Darcy is so cool - I want to be her. And Gabriel is so hot I wanna make out with him. Their banter was CHEF’S KISS. I lol’d so many times at their exchanges. AND THE TENSION 🫠🔥 I also adored the side characters and now I need a book for each of them. There was a certain scene toward the end that had me on the verge of tears but then a side character would say something and I literally laughed out loud. This whole book felt like emotional whiplash in the best of ways and I loved it so much *hugs kindle*

I love every book I’ve read by BK, but Grim Tidings takes the cake by far. It’s truly brilliant. So many times while reading I’d pause and admire a sentence or paragraph and be in awe of the magic BK created. I love this world so much and I was so sad as I neared the end because I wasn’t ready to leave.

Also, I’d be remiss to end this review without mentioning a certain scene at the end and how much it touched me. I think a lot of people will read this particular scene with watery eyes and feel some comfort like I did. Thank you, BK 🤍

𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁
🪽 grim reaper x guardian angel
🖤 banter
🪽 hurt x comfort
🖤 forbidden romance
🪽 bucket list

Thank you endlessly to Avon and NetGalley for the arc!