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Chasing Ghosts
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Madhavi wakes in a hospital with no memory of the past three weeks; her husband, Rishabh, and newborn child are missing. Haunted by fragmented memories and unsettling visions, she struggles to distinguish reality from Illusion. Her psychiatrist, Dr. Kevin Roy, and even those she trusts, insist everything she remembers is imagined.
As Madhavi lights to uncover the truth, she faces deception, betrayal, and shocking revelations that shake her to the core. With her sanity on the edge, she is forced to question everything... are her fears real, or is she truly hallucinating? Driven by desperation, Madhavi must navigate a world of lies to reclaim her child. But can she uncover the truth before It slips away forever?
About the Author
Vaishali is a versatile talent who has excelled in academics and sports. A passionate writer since age twelve, she completed her first novel at sixteen and continues to channel her creativity into literature alongside her academic pursuits.
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Madhavi wakes in a hospital with no memory of the past three weeks; her husband, Rishabh, and newborn child are missing. Haunted by fragmented memories and unsettling visions, she struggles to distinguish reality from Illusion. Her psychiatrist, Dr. Kevin Roy, and even those she trusts, insist everything she remembers is imagined.
As Madhavi lights to uncover the truth, she faces deception, betrayal, and shocking revelations that shake her to the core. With her sanity on the edge, she is forced to question everything... are her fears real, or is she truly hallucinating? Driven by desperation, Madhavi must navigate a world of lies to reclaim her child. But can she uncover the truth before It slips away forever?
About the Author
Vaishali is a versatile talent who has excelled in academics and sports. A passionate writer since age twelve, she completed her first novel at sixteen and continues to channel her creativity into literature alongside her academic pursuits.
Instagram - r_vaishaligodara
163 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 26, 2025
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January 15, 2026
"Sometimes I wonder what reality is, because some days my imagination seems more honest than my reality."
Chasing Ghosts follows Madhavi, a woman who wakes up in a hospital with three weeks of her life missing. What's more terrifying than the memory loss is what she's told next...her husband and newborn child don't exist. As Madhavi struggles to piece together fragments of her past, every person around her insists that her memories are nothing but illusions. Caught between what she feels and what she's told, she is forced to question her sanity, her instincts, and the very nature of reality.
This book pulled me in almost immediately. There's a constant sense of unease running beneath the story...nothing feels stable, and that uncertainty keeps you turning pages without realizing how fast time is passing. I found myself questioning every interaction, every explanation, and every character, which made the reading experience intensely immersive.
What I personally loved is how closely the narrative aligns the reader with Madhavi's mental state. Her confusion becomes your confusion, her fear seeps into your thoughts, and you start doubting things right alongside her. The emotional layer...especially her desperation as a mother adds depth to the psychological tension and makes the reader more curious.
The pacing is crisp and controlled, making this one of those books you can easily finish in a single sitting. The twists are subtle yet impactful, and the story never lets you settle into a false sense of certainty. And when you reach the end, the book doesn't simply conclude...it lingers. The final moments play with your mind in such a way that even after closing the book, you're left questioning what was real and what was illusion, much like Madhavi herself.
📚Recommended for:
Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers that blur reality and leave you mentally unsettled in the best way possible. Perfect if you're looking for a short, fast-paced, one-sitting read that stays with you long after you're done.
Chasing Ghosts follows Madhavi, a woman who wakes up in a hospital with three weeks of her life missing. What's more terrifying than the memory loss is what she's told next...her husband and newborn child don't exist. As Madhavi struggles to piece together fragments of her past, every person around her insists that her memories are nothing but illusions. Caught between what she feels and what she's told, she is forced to question her sanity, her instincts, and the very nature of reality.
This book pulled me in almost immediately. There's a constant sense of unease running beneath the story...nothing feels stable, and that uncertainty keeps you turning pages without realizing how fast time is passing. I found myself questioning every interaction, every explanation, and every character, which made the reading experience intensely immersive.
What I personally loved is how closely the narrative aligns the reader with Madhavi's mental state. Her confusion becomes your confusion, her fear seeps into your thoughts, and you start doubting things right alongside her. The emotional layer...especially her desperation as a mother adds depth to the psychological tension and makes the reader more curious.
The pacing is crisp and controlled, making this one of those books you can easily finish in a single sitting. The twists are subtle yet impactful, and the story never lets you settle into a false sense of certainty. And when you reach the end, the book doesn't simply conclude...it lingers. The final moments play with your mind in such a way that even after closing the book, you're left questioning what was real and what was illusion, much like Madhavi herself.
📚Recommended for:
Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers that blur reality and leave you mentally unsettled in the best way possible. Perfect if you're looking for a short, fast-paced, one-sitting read that stays with you long after you're done.
February 23, 2026
Sometimes I wonder what reality is, because some days my imagination seems more honest than my reality.
I picked up Chasing Ghosts on a Sunday afternoon thinking I'd read a few chapters and then get back to my life. Four hours later I was still sitting in the same spot, the book finished, staring at my wall like someone had just pulled the ground from under my feet.
This isn't a long book. Around 160 pages. But somehow Vaishali packs more into those pages than most authors do in 400.
The story follows Madhavi. She wakes up in a hospital with three weeks of her life gone. Completely blank. And then she's told something that makes the memory loss feel like a blessing her husband and newborn child don't exist. Never did. According to everyone around her, she imagined them.
Imagine that for a second. You can feel your husband's touch on your skin. You can still smell your baby. You remember the weight of them in your arms. And everyone you know is standing there, looking at you with pity or concern, saying "that never happened."
What do you trust? Your own mind? Or the entire world?
That's where Madhavi lives for the rest of the book. And that's where the reader lives too.
What got me right from the start is how the author doesn't give you any solid ground to stand on. Usually in thrillers, you figure out early who to trust. You pick your side. Here, every time I thought I'd figured something out, the next chapter made me doubt everything again. Not in a cheap twist for the sake of twists way. In a way that felt organic, like I was losing my grip on reality right alongside Madhavi.
The uncle, Dr. Kevin, who's also her psychiatrist is he helping or hiding something? Manish, who appears with his young daughter and seems genuinely kind is he real or another crack in her mind? Every character carries this weight of uncertainty. You want to trust someone. Anyone. But the book won't let you settle.
I found myself doing something I've never done before while reading. I started questioning my own reactions. Like, if I was doubting this character, was that because the story wanted me to, or because I'd picked up on something real? And then I'd realize that's exactly what Madhavi must be feeling. The author pulled me so deep into her head that I couldn't tell where her confusion ended and mine began.
The emotional core of the book is Madhavi's desperation as a mother. Not as a wife as a mother. The missing husband hurts, but the missing child? That's a different kind of pain. Vaishali writes those moments with such rawness that I had to put the book down a couple times. The way Madhavi remembers her baby's smell, the way her arms still feel the weight, the way she catches herself listening for a cry that never comes it's brutal. And it's what makes the psychological stuff hit harder. Because it's not just a mind game. It's a mother's heart being torn apart while her mind is being questioned.
The pacing is tight. Really tight. Each chapter ends with something that makes you say "okay one more" until suddenly there are no more chapters left. I finished it in one sitting and honestly didn't realize how fast time had passed until I looked outside and saw it was dark
The medical experiments angle, the kidnapping thread, the mystery of Ankita all of it weaves together without feeling crowded. For a book this short, there's a lot happening. But it never feels like too much. Every piece serves the larger puzzle.
The ending.
I don't want to say much about the ending because half the experience is getting there yourself. But I'll say this I finished the book and just sat there. Not because I was sad or shocked in the usual way. Because I was questioning.
I picked up Chasing Ghosts on a Sunday afternoon thinking I'd read a few chapters and then get back to my life. Four hours later I was still sitting in the same spot, the book finished, staring at my wall like someone had just pulled the ground from under my feet.
This isn't a long book. Around 160 pages. But somehow Vaishali packs more into those pages than most authors do in 400.
The story follows Madhavi. She wakes up in a hospital with three weeks of her life gone. Completely blank. And then she's told something that makes the memory loss feel like a blessing her husband and newborn child don't exist. Never did. According to everyone around her, she imagined them.
Imagine that for a second. You can feel your husband's touch on your skin. You can still smell your baby. You remember the weight of them in your arms. And everyone you know is standing there, looking at you with pity or concern, saying "that never happened."
What do you trust? Your own mind? Or the entire world?
That's where Madhavi lives for the rest of the book. And that's where the reader lives too.
What got me right from the start is how the author doesn't give you any solid ground to stand on. Usually in thrillers, you figure out early who to trust. You pick your side. Here, every time I thought I'd figured something out, the next chapter made me doubt everything again. Not in a cheap twist for the sake of twists way. In a way that felt organic, like I was losing my grip on reality right alongside Madhavi.
The uncle, Dr. Kevin, who's also her psychiatrist is he helping or hiding something? Manish, who appears with his young daughter and seems genuinely kind is he real or another crack in her mind? Every character carries this weight of uncertainty. You want to trust someone. Anyone. But the book won't let you settle.
I found myself doing something I've never done before while reading. I started questioning my own reactions. Like, if I was doubting this character, was that because the story wanted me to, or because I'd picked up on something real? And then I'd realize that's exactly what Madhavi must be feeling. The author pulled me so deep into her head that I couldn't tell where her confusion ended and mine began.
The emotional core of the book is Madhavi's desperation as a mother. Not as a wife as a mother. The missing husband hurts, but the missing child? That's a different kind of pain. Vaishali writes those moments with such rawness that I had to put the book down a couple times. The way Madhavi remembers her baby's smell, the way her arms still feel the weight, the way she catches herself listening for a cry that never comes it's brutal. And it's what makes the psychological stuff hit harder. Because it's not just a mind game. It's a mother's heart being torn apart while her mind is being questioned.
The pacing is tight. Really tight. Each chapter ends with something that makes you say "okay one more" until suddenly there are no more chapters left. I finished it in one sitting and honestly didn't realize how fast time had passed until I looked outside and saw it was dark
The medical experiments angle, the kidnapping thread, the mystery of Ankita all of it weaves together without feeling crowded. For a book this short, there's a lot happening. But it never feels like too much. Every piece serves the larger puzzle.
The ending.
I don't want to say much about the ending because half the experience is getting there yourself. But I'll say this I finished the book and just sat there. Not because I was sad or shocked in the usual way. Because I was questioning.
January 22, 2026
"Chasing Ghosts" opens in the most intimate and emotionally charged setting imaginable — a hospital labour room. Madhavi is giving birth, surrounded by sterile lights, racing heartbeats, and the reassuring presence of her husband, Rishabh. The moment is painted with tenderness and hope. Rishabh’s joy at seeing his newborn child feels genuine and warm, grounding the reader in a sense of normalcy and happiness. Everything seems perfect. But perfection is short-lived.
In a chilling twist, as Madhavi opens her eyes again, the world she knew collapses. Rishabh is gone. The baby is gone. Her personal belongings — everything she carried into the hospital — have vanished without a trace. The warmth of the labour room is replaced by cold confusion and terror. Madhavi wakes up in a hospital bed with no memory of the past three weeks, no husband at her side, and no newborn in her arms. What remains is a void filled with fragmented memories, disturbing visions, and an overwhelming sense of loss.
From here, Chasing Ghosts transforms into a psychological maze where reality and illusion blur relentlessly.
One of the most powerful aspects of this novel is its portrayal of Madhavi’s psychological turmoil. Haunted by flashes of memory and unsettling hallucinations, she struggles to make sense of her reality. Every time she clings to a memory of Rishabh or her baby, she is told it never existed. Her psychiatrist, Dr. Kevin Roy, appears calm, logical, and authoritative — yet his repeated insistence that her memories are imagined plants seeds of doubt not only in Madhavi’s mind, but in the reader’s as well. Madhavi’s desperation to reclaim her child becomes the driving force of the novel. Her struggle is raw and painful, making her an incredibly compelling protagonist. She is not portrayed as a fearless hero, but as a vulnerable woman pushed to the brink, forced to confront her own mind while battling a world full of lies.
The author brilliantly places us inside Madhavi’s fractured perception. We feel her desperation, her fear, and her growing paranoia. Is she truly losing her sanity, or is the world around her carefully constructed to make her believe so? This constant questioning keeps the tension alive and makes every page deeply unsettling.
The question that echoes throughout the book — Are her fears real, or is she truly hallucinating? — keeps the reader emotionally invested until the very end. The author masterfully maintains this ambiguity, ensuring that the line between truth and illusion remains blurred until the final moments.This book is perfect for readers who enjoy thrillers that are not just about action, but about the fragile human mind.
In a chilling twist, as Madhavi opens her eyes again, the world she knew collapses. Rishabh is gone. The baby is gone. Her personal belongings — everything she carried into the hospital — have vanished without a trace. The warmth of the labour room is replaced by cold confusion and terror. Madhavi wakes up in a hospital bed with no memory of the past three weeks, no husband at her side, and no newborn in her arms. What remains is a void filled with fragmented memories, disturbing visions, and an overwhelming sense of loss.
From here, Chasing Ghosts transforms into a psychological maze where reality and illusion blur relentlessly.
One of the most powerful aspects of this novel is its portrayal of Madhavi’s psychological turmoil. Haunted by flashes of memory and unsettling hallucinations, she struggles to make sense of her reality. Every time she clings to a memory of Rishabh or her baby, she is told it never existed. Her psychiatrist, Dr. Kevin Roy, appears calm, logical, and authoritative — yet his repeated insistence that her memories are imagined plants seeds of doubt not only in Madhavi’s mind, but in the reader’s as well. Madhavi’s desperation to reclaim her child becomes the driving force of the novel. Her struggle is raw and painful, making her an incredibly compelling protagonist. She is not portrayed as a fearless hero, but as a vulnerable woman pushed to the brink, forced to confront her own mind while battling a world full of lies.
The author brilliantly places us inside Madhavi’s fractured perception. We feel her desperation, her fear, and her growing paranoia. Is she truly losing her sanity, or is the world around her carefully constructed to make her believe so? This constant questioning keeps the tension alive and makes every page deeply unsettling.
The question that echoes throughout the book — Are her fears real, or is she truly hallucinating? — keeps the reader emotionally invested until the very end. The author masterfully maintains this ambiguity, ensuring that the line between truth and illusion remains blurred until the final moments.This book is perfect for readers who enjoy thrillers that are not just about action, but about the fragile human mind.
February 28, 2026
Chasing Ghosts by RM Vaishali is a psychological thriller that leans heavily into uncertainty—of memory, of trust, and of self. It opens with a premise that is instantly gripping: a woman wakes up in a hospital with no recollection of the last three weeks, only to be told that the husband and newborn child she remembers so vividly may not even exist.
From that moment on, the story positions you inside Madhavi’s fractured mind, and it rarely lets you step outside for comfort.
Vaishali builds tension not through grand twists alone, but through a constant sense of unease. You feel the claustrophobia of Madhavi’s world—where even her own memories feel like traitors. The blurred line between reality and hallucination is handled with a deliberate ambiguity.
At times, you genuinely don’t know whom to believe: Madhavi, her psychiatrist Dr. Kevin Roy, or the people around her who seem both concerned and suspicious in equal measure.
The emotional core of the story is motherhood. Beneath the thriller mechanics lies a deeply human fear—the terror of losing a child, and worse, being told that the child was never there. Madhavi’s desperation feels raw and convincing.
In terms of writing style, the prose is accessible and direct. It doesn’t rely on overly ornate language, which works well for the genre. The pacing is generally brisk, especially in the first half where the mystery unfolds layer by layer. There are moments where the repetition of doubt and confusion slows the momentum slightly, but it also mirrors Madhavi’s mental state, which feels intentional.
Overall, Chasing Ghosts is a compelling, emotionally charged psychological thriller that keeps you turning pages not just for answers, but for clarity. It taps into primal fears—loss, betrayal, and the fragility of sanity—and delivers a story that is unsettling in the best way. It may not reinvent the genre, but it executes its premise with sincerity and intensity.
If you enjoy psychological dramas where perception is unreliable and truth is layered, this book will likely resonate with you. It's a tense, heartfelt ride that reminds us that sometimes the scariest ghosts are the ones inside our own minds.
Must read♥️♥️
From that moment on, the story positions you inside Madhavi’s fractured mind, and it rarely lets you step outside for comfort.
Vaishali builds tension not through grand twists alone, but through a constant sense of unease. You feel the claustrophobia of Madhavi’s world—where even her own memories feel like traitors. The blurred line between reality and hallucination is handled with a deliberate ambiguity.
At times, you genuinely don’t know whom to believe: Madhavi, her psychiatrist Dr. Kevin Roy, or the people around her who seem both concerned and suspicious in equal measure.
The emotional core of the story is motherhood. Beneath the thriller mechanics lies a deeply human fear—the terror of losing a child, and worse, being told that the child was never there. Madhavi’s desperation feels raw and convincing.
In terms of writing style, the prose is accessible and direct. It doesn’t rely on overly ornate language, which works well for the genre. The pacing is generally brisk, especially in the first half where the mystery unfolds layer by layer. There are moments where the repetition of doubt and confusion slows the momentum slightly, but it also mirrors Madhavi’s mental state, which feels intentional.
Overall, Chasing Ghosts is a compelling, emotionally charged psychological thriller that keeps you turning pages not just for answers, but for clarity. It taps into primal fears—loss, betrayal, and the fragility of sanity—and delivers a story that is unsettling in the best way. It may not reinvent the genre, but it executes its premise with sincerity and intensity.
If you enjoy psychological dramas where perception is unreliable and truth is layered, this book will likely resonate with you. It's a tense, heartfelt ride that reminds us that sometimes the scariest ghosts are the ones inside our own minds.
Must read♥️♥️
February 27, 2026
💌 BOOK REVIEW 💌
The story follows Madhavi, whose world shatters overnight when her husband Rishabh and her newborn baby mysteriously disappear from the hospital. But the nightmare deepens. The hospital staff insists she was never pregnant.That her husband never existed. That her child was never born.
Gaslighted at every turn and haunted by fragmented memories and unsettling visions, Madhavi is forced to question her own mind. Is she losing her sanity, or is someone carefully erasing her reality?
As she claws her way toward the truth, she uncovers a chilling web of deception betrayal and calculated lies. A conspiracy so disturbing it threatens to destroy everything she believes about herself and her life.
The narrative masterfully explores the fragile nature of memory, the unreliability of perception, and the delicate threads of trust that hold our lives together.
It delves into the unsettling truth that the human mind..our greatest strength, can also become our most terrifying uncertainty, blurring the line between reality and illusion.
The writing is hauntingly vivid and deeply unsettling, pulling you into the world with the protagonist I felt like I was with Madhavi the entire time when she was experiencing stuff and facing betrayal and discovering truths every emotions she felt I felt it too whole reading I believe that it's very rare to pull this kind of writing when it comes to an Indian author for this kinda genre and this book literally aced it .
This isn't a loud thriller but a soft one , that is layered and haunting . Well I would say it's about invisible things we carry like memories, deep regrets, versions of ourselves that we have outgrown and the quiet ache of understanding who we truly are.
And the way this book ended caught me off guard and left me staring at the wall..
If you enjoy books that-
◾blur reality and imagination
◾dive deep into emotional and psychological spaces
◾feels atmospheric and slightly eerie
◾ leave you thinking long after you finish reading it.
Then this book is perfect for you 🤗
The story follows Madhavi, whose world shatters overnight when her husband Rishabh and her newborn baby mysteriously disappear from the hospital. But the nightmare deepens. The hospital staff insists she was never pregnant.That her husband never existed. That her child was never born.
Gaslighted at every turn and haunted by fragmented memories and unsettling visions, Madhavi is forced to question her own mind. Is she losing her sanity, or is someone carefully erasing her reality?
As she claws her way toward the truth, she uncovers a chilling web of deception betrayal and calculated lies. A conspiracy so disturbing it threatens to destroy everything she believes about herself and her life.
The narrative masterfully explores the fragile nature of memory, the unreliability of perception, and the delicate threads of trust that hold our lives together.
It delves into the unsettling truth that the human mind..our greatest strength, can also become our most terrifying uncertainty, blurring the line between reality and illusion.
The writing is hauntingly vivid and deeply unsettling, pulling you into the world with the protagonist I felt like I was with Madhavi the entire time when she was experiencing stuff and facing betrayal and discovering truths every emotions she felt I felt it too whole reading I believe that it's very rare to pull this kind of writing when it comes to an Indian author for this kinda genre and this book literally aced it .
This isn't a loud thriller but a soft one , that is layered and haunting . Well I would say it's about invisible things we carry like memories, deep regrets, versions of ourselves that we have outgrown and the quiet ache of understanding who we truly are.
And the way this book ended caught me off guard and left me staring at the wall..
If you enjoy books that-
◾blur reality and imagination
◾dive deep into emotional and psychological spaces
◾feels atmospheric and slightly eerie
◾ leave you thinking long after you finish reading it.
Then this book is perfect for you 🤗
February 24, 2026
From the very first page this book pulls you into an unsettling psychological maze where reality feels fragile and memory cannot be trusted.The novel opens with Madhavi waking up in a hospital disoriented,frightened and missing three weeks of her life.Her husband and newborn child have vanished and everyone around her insists they never existed.That confusion becomes the heartbeat of the story,keeping the reader questioning every truth alongside her.One of the book’s greatest strengths is its atmosphere.There is a constant sense of unease,where nothing feels fully reliable. The line between reality and illusion is blurred so effectively that i found myself repeatedly switching between believing Madhavi and doubting her exactly what a good psychological thriller should do.The author skillfully uses fragmented memories,disturbing visions and conflicting narratives to keep the tension alive without overwhelming the reader.Despite being a relatively short read,the story feels complete and impactful.The writing is crisp and accessible,
balancing detail with momentum.There’s no unnecessary dragging every scene pushes the story forward.The emotional core of the novel,especially Madhavi’s desperation and instinctive need to protect her child,adds depth to the suspense and makes her struggle deeply relatable.What stood out most for me was the emotional sincerity.The fear,vulnerability and mental exhaustion Madhavi experiences feel raw and authentic.The psychological tension builds naturally rather than relying on constant shock value.While a few moments felt slightly predictable,the execution and pacing more than make up for it and the ending is genuinely powerful,forcing you to rethink everything that came before.For a debut novel, Chasing Ghosts is impressively written.It’s gripping, mind-bending and emotionally engaging a psychological thriller that stays with you long after you’ve turned the final page.
balancing detail with momentum.There’s no unnecessary dragging every scene pushes the story forward.The emotional core of the novel,especially Madhavi’s desperation and instinctive need to protect her child,adds depth to the suspense and makes her struggle deeply relatable.What stood out most for me was the emotional sincerity.The fear,vulnerability and mental exhaustion Madhavi experiences feel raw and authentic.The psychological tension builds naturally rather than relying on constant shock value.While a few moments felt slightly predictable,the execution and pacing more than make up for it and the ending is genuinely powerful,forcing you to rethink everything that came before.For a debut novel, Chasing Ghosts is impressively written.It’s gripping, mind-bending and emotionally engaging a psychological thriller that stays with you long after you’ve turned the final page.
April 21, 2026
'Chasing Ghosts' by RM Vaishali, a psychological thriller that manages to pack an incredible amount of tension. Imagine waking up in a hospital bed after three weeks of erased time. Your first instinct is to ask for your newborn child and your husband, only to be met with blank stares and confusion. The hospital staff, your psychiatrist, and even your inner circle insist on one thing: they never existed.
What I found most compelling about this read wasn’t "shock value," but the persistent sense of unease that runs through every chapter. The author does a great job of aligning the reader's perspective with the protagonist, Madhavi. As she begins to question her own sanity, you find yourself doubting every character and every piece of evidence right alongside her. Is she being gaslighted? Is it a tragic mental breakdown? Or is there a darker conspiracy at play?
Unlike some thrillers that feel cold or clinical, this one leans into the raw, instinctive desperation of a mother. It makes the psychological stakes feel deeply personal. The writing is sharp and vivid without being heavy on jargon. It’s a very fast-paced, "one-sitting" type of book that doesn't waste words. Even if you think you’ve spotted the pattern, the final act is designed to pull the rug out from under you. It lingers in your mind long after the last page.
The book is quite short, which is a bit of a double-edged sword. While the pacing is lightning-fast, a few moments feel like they could have benefited from a deeper dive into the sub-plots. While some beats might feel familiar to seasoned thriller fans, the emotional core and the specific cultural lens of the setting keep it feeling fresh and engaging.
If you’re looking for a psychological maze that explores the fragility of the mind and the blurred lines of reality, Chasing Ghost is a solid recommendation. It's unsettling, atmospheric and perfectly paced.
What I found most compelling about this read wasn’t "shock value," but the persistent sense of unease that runs through every chapter. The author does a great job of aligning the reader's perspective with the protagonist, Madhavi. As she begins to question her own sanity, you find yourself doubting every character and every piece of evidence right alongside her. Is she being gaslighted? Is it a tragic mental breakdown? Or is there a darker conspiracy at play?
Unlike some thrillers that feel cold or clinical, this one leans into the raw, instinctive desperation of a mother. It makes the psychological stakes feel deeply personal. The writing is sharp and vivid without being heavy on jargon. It’s a very fast-paced, "one-sitting" type of book that doesn't waste words. Even if you think you’ve spotted the pattern, the final act is designed to pull the rug out from under you. It lingers in your mind long after the last page.
The book is quite short, which is a bit of a double-edged sword. While the pacing is lightning-fast, a few moments feel like they could have benefited from a deeper dive into the sub-plots. While some beats might feel familiar to seasoned thriller fans, the emotional core and the specific cultural lens of the setting keep it feeling fresh and engaging.
If you’re looking for a psychological maze that explores the fragility of the mind and the blurred lines of reality, Chasing Ghost is a solid recommendation. It's unsettling, atmospheric and perfectly paced.
February 6, 2026
(What if the scariest ghost isn’t paranormal—but the truth you’ve forgotten?)
With this Chasing Ghosts grips you from the first page and refuses to let go. With a fractured memory, a missing husband, and a vanished newborn, the story pulls you into a chilling maze where every thought feels unreliable and every character hides something.
Author R.M. Vaishali masterfully blurs the line between sanity and illusion, making you question reality right alongside the protagonist.
This isn’t just a thriller—it’s an emotional free fall. Every chapter whispers doubt, every twist tightens the knot, and the silence between pages feels loud.
It follows the gripping and haunting journey of Madhavi, who wakes up in a hospital with no memory of the past three weeks, and discovers that her husband, Rishabh, and their newborn child are missing. As fragmented memories and disturbing visions begin to surface, Madhavi struggles to separate what’s real from what’s imagined. With her psychiatrist and those around her insisting her recollections are figments of her mind, she must dive deep into deception, betrayal, and shocking truths in order to uncover what really happened to her family. Battling against uncertainty and her own faltering sanity, Madhavi fights to reclaim her child and find answers before it’s too late.
(Trust no one. Especially yourself.)
If you enjoy psychological thrillers that crawl under your skin and stay there long after the last page, Chasing Ghosts is a chase worth joining.
I recommend this book to all readers ☆A page-turning mystery that keeps you guessing
☆ A deeply human story about loss, identity, and survival
☆ Psychological suspense that lingers long after the last chapter
With this Chasing Ghosts grips you from the first page and refuses to let go. With a fractured memory, a missing husband, and a vanished newborn, the story pulls you into a chilling maze where every thought feels unreliable and every character hides something.
Author R.M. Vaishali masterfully blurs the line between sanity and illusion, making you question reality right alongside the protagonist.
This isn’t just a thriller—it’s an emotional free fall. Every chapter whispers doubt, every twist tightens the knot, and the silence between pages feels loud.
It follows the gripping and haunting journey of Madhavi, who wakes up in a hospital with no memory of the past three weeks, and discovers that her husband, Rishabh, and their newborn child are missing. As fragmented memories and disturbing visions begin to surface, Madhavi struggles to separate what’s real from what’s imagined. With her psychiatrist and those around her insisting her recollections are figments of her mind, she must dive deep into deception, betrayal, and shocking truths in order to uncover what really happened to her family. Battling against uncertainty and her own faltering sanity, Madhavi fights to reclaim her child and find answers before it’s too late.
(Trust no one. Especially yourself.)
If you enjoy psychological thrillers that crawl under your skin and stay there long after the last page, Chasing Ghosts is a chase worth joining.
I recommend this book to all readers ☆A page-turning mystery that keeps you guessing
☆ A deeply human story about loss, identity, and survival
☆ Psychological suspense that lingers long after the last chapter
February 25, 2026
From its opening pages, the book immediately draws the reader into an intense and emotionally charged narrative. The story begins with Madhavi waking up in a hospital, disoriented and uncertain about her own memories, and that confusion sets the tone for everything that follows. There is a persistent sense of unease throughout the novel, where nothing feels entirely reliable, compelling the reader to question reality alongside the protagonist and continue reading in search of clarity.
One of the book’s strengths lies in how thoughtfully it balances detail with brevity. The author manages to convey important nuances without stretching the narrative unnecessarily, making it a quick yet impactful read that can easily be completed in a few hours. The language is both rich and accessible, allowing readers—including those new to the genre—to engage with the story effortlessly.
What truly stands out is the emotional sincerity woven into the narrative. The raw portrayal of fear and vulnerability makes the characters feel real and deeply relatable. The writing flows smoothly, creating an immersive experience where the tension builds naturally rather than relying on excessive twists. RM Vaishali skillfully explores the psychological aspects of fear, particularly a mother’s instinctive and desperate need to protect her child, keeping the story gripping without ever becoming confusing.
Overall, this is a tightly written and unsettling psychological thriller that stays with you long after it ends. Readers who appreciate suspense driven by the mind and emotions rather than shock value will find this book a rewarding and memorable read.
One of the book’s strengths lies in how thoughtfully it balances detail with brevity. The author manages to convey important nuances without stretching the narrative unnecessarily, making it a quick yet impactful read that can easily be completed in a few hours. The language is both rich and accessible, allowing readers—including those new to the genre—to engage with the story effortlessly.
What truly stands out is the emotional sincerity woven into the narrative. The raw portrayal of fear and vulnerability makes the characters feel real and deeply relatable. The writing flows smoothly, creating an immersive experience where the tension builds naturally rather than relying on excessive twists. RM Vaishali skillfully explores the psychological aspects of fear, particularly a mother’s instinctive and desperate need to protect her child, keeping the story gripping without ever becoming confusing.
Overall, this is a tightly written and unsettling psychological thriller that stays with you long after it ends. Readers who appreciate suspense driven by the mind and emotions rather than shock value will find this book a rewarding and memorable read.
January 15, 2026
𝕋𝕚𝕥𝕝𝕖: Chasing Ghosts ❤️🩹
𝔾𝕖𝕟𝕣𝕖: Psychological Thriller/ Mystery
𝔸𝕦𝕥𝕙𝕠𝕣: R M Vaishali
ℝ𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘: ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5 /5
𝕄𝕪 𝕥𝕙𝕠𝕦𝕘𝕙𝕥𝕤: This novel made me question reality. Very clever writing which made me wonder what reality is until the very last line of the story. Yes, you can't guess what's happening until the last line🫢. In spite of being short (150 pages), it was packed with thrilling moments and emotions. The story starts right away, keeping everything precise and clear, so it was very engaging. It almost felt very predictable until I got to know that it was a manipulative move made by the author. The ending was somewhat open so I don't know what to think about it but if part 2 comes, I'll be eager to pick it up and read!👀
A very well-structured and cleverly written mind twister!🔥
𝕊𝕪𝕟𝕠𝕡𝕤𝕚𝕤: Madhavi wakes up in a hospital with no memory of the past three weeks; her husband, Rishabh, and a newborn child are missing. Haunted by fragmented memories and unsettling visions, she struggles to distinguish reality from Illusion. Her psychiatrist, Dr. Kevin Roy, and even those she trusts, insist everything she remembers is imagined.
As Madhavi lights to uncover the truth, she faces deception, betrayal, and shocking revelations that shake her to the core. With her sanity on the edge, she is forced to question everything... are her fears real, or is she truly hallucinating? Driven by desperation, Madhavi must navigate a world of lies to reclaim her child. But can she uncover the truth before It slips away forever?
𝔾𝕖𝕟𝕣𝕖: Psychological Thriller/ Mystery
𝔸𝕦𝕥𝕙𝕠𝕣: R M Vaishali
ℝ𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘: ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5 /5
𝕄𝕪 𝕥𝕙𝕠𝕦𝕘𝕙𝕥𝕤: This novel made me question reality. Very clever writing which made me wonder what reality is until the very last line of the story. Yes, you can't guess what's happening until the last line🫢. In spite of being short (150 pages), it was packed with thrilling moments and emotions. The story starts right away, keeping everything precise and clear, so it was very engaging. It almost felt very predictable until I got to know that it was a manipulative move made by the author. The ending was somewhat open so I don't know what to think about it but if part 2 comes, I'll be eager to pick it up and read!👀
A very well-structured and cleverly written mind twister!🔥
𝕊𝕪𝕟𝕠𝕡𝕤𝕚𝕤: Madhavi wakes up in a hospital with no memory of the past three weeks; her husband, Rishabh, and a newborn child are missing. Haunted by fragmented memories and unsettling visions, she struggles to distinguish reality from Illusion. Her psychiatrist, Dr. Kevin Roy, and even those she trusts, insist everything she remembers is imagined.
As Madhavi lights to uncover the truth, she faces deception, betrayal, and shocking revelations that shake her to the core. With her sanity on the edge, she is forced to question everything... are her fears real, or is she truly hallucinating? Driven by desperation, Madhavi must navigate a world of lies to reclaim her child. But can she uncover the truth before It slips away forever?
January 22, 2026
Chasing Ghosts by RM Vaishali is a wonderful mystery thriller read.
The story starts with Madhavi giving birth but soon what should have been a joyous moment turns into her life's worst nightmare as she wakes up later to find everyone around her claiming she has no husband and no child. Driven by anger and shock she searches far and wide, meeting Dr. Kevin on the way ,who claims to be her uncle as well as psychiatrist, Manish , a kind soul with a wonderful daughter and many more.
What I liked about the story was that it was fast paced and each chapter ended with enough twist that one was forced to turn the pages of the book to find the next part. It had me on the edge of my seat. The drama, the action and the urgency that was conveyed wonderfully through the emotions of Madhavi, the emotional turmoil etc. were very enjoyable to read. Also, the way the line between reality and illusion was blurred, even I found myself in splits between truth and illusion many times.
The addition of Manish and his daughter gave a tenderness to the story which was emotional to read. Also, the way the story showed up to what extent a mother would go for her child , was shocking to read. I also liked the added bits of medical experiments, the kidnapping and the mystery of Ankita also.
The end was just as shocking and wonderful. The word building was amazing. The title is apt and the cover is in accordance with the theme.
A definite page turner read.
The story starts with Madhavi giving birth but soon what should have been a joyous moment turns into her life's worst nightmare as she wakes up later to find everyone around her claiming she has no husband and no child. Driven by anger and shock she searches far and wide, meeting Dr. Kevin on the way ,who claims to be her uncle as well as psychiatrist, Manish , a kind soul with a wonderful daughter and many more.
What I liked about the story was that it was fast paced and each chapter ended with enough twist that one was forced to turn the pages of the book to find the next part. It had me on the edge of my seat. The drama, the action and the urgency that was conveyed wonderfully through the emotions of Madhavi, the emotional turmoil etc. were very enjoyable to read. Also, the way the line between reality and illusion was blurred, even I found myself in splits between truth and illusion many times.
The addition of Manish and his daughter gave a tenderness to the story which was emotional to read. Also, the way the story showed up to what extent a mother would go for her child , was shocking to read. I also liked the added bits of medical experiments, the kidnapping and the mystery of Ankita also.
The end was just as shocking and wonderful. The word building was amazing. The title is apt and the cover is in accordance with the theme.
A definite page turner read.
February 23, 2026
Some books entertain you.
Some books disturb you.
And then there are books like Chasing Ghosts… that quietly sit with you.
This story didn’t just feel like a thriller to me. It felt personal. Almost uncomfortable in a very intimate way. The kind where you’re not scared of what’s outside… but of what might be happening inside your own mind.
Madhavi waking up alone… confused… her husband and child gone… that feeling of not being able to trust your own memories — it genuinely made my chest feel tight. Because what’s scarier than losing people?
Losing certainty.
What I loved most is that the fear here isn’t dramatic. There are no exaggerated moments. It’s subtle. It’s slow. It builds quietly. And that quietness makes it heavier.
I could actually feel Madhavi’s helplessness. The guilt. The confusion. That silent desperation of trying to hold yourself together when everything inside is falling apart. At some points, I wasn’t even trying to “solve” the mystery… I was just feeling it.
And that ending… it doesn’t just wrap things up and move on. It leaves you thinking. About memory. About trauma. About the things we push away because they hurt too much to face.
This book reminded me that sometimes the biggest ghosts aren’t supernatural… they’re the ones we carry within.
If you enjoy psychological thrillers that are emotional, layered, and make you pause after the last page — this one is definitely worth your time 🤍✨
March 12, 2026
Chasing Ghosts will be fun to readers who enjoy psychological depth, emotional storytelling, and reflective fiction. It’s like a slow, meaningful walk through the shadows we all carry, thinking which one is actually true, we often tend to believe the blurred version when the clear ones call for us.
It is a slow and quiet, introspective read. It stays with us till the end of the book. You won't feel like putting it down. Vaishali makes the story full of unending emotions, and the fragile line between reality and imagination in a human mind is explored.
This book explores what it means to live with memories, doubts, and inner worlds that often feel more real than the life around us. The themes of loss, identity, and self-searching. There’s a haunting quality to the narrative not because it has real ghosts just as the title suggests but because of the emotional ghosts it reveals.
It helps readers who imagine their own experiences into the story. The characters feel vulnerable and real, and their struggles resonate on a human level. You got in touch with the truths that might cause you discomfort. It was beautiful to see a woman do anything to find out the truth and just give her all FOR THE ULTIMATE TRUTH...
There were some places where I expected it could be a little more better... But again not every novel is perfect but it's worth a read... SO GO AHEAD AND GET YOUR COPY....
It is a slow and quiet, introspective read. It stays with us till the end of the book. You won't feel like putting it down. Vaishali makes the story full of unending emotions, and the fragile line between reality and imagination in a human mind is explored.
This book explores what it means to live with memories, doubts, and inner worlds that often feel more real than the life around us. The themes of loss, identity, and self-searching. There’s a haunting quality to the narrative not because it has real ghosts just as the title suggests but because of the emotional ghosts it reveals.
It helps readers who imagine their own experiences into the story. The characters feel vulnerable and real, and their struggles resonate on a human level. You got in touch with the truths that might cause you discomfort. It was beautiful to see a woman do anything to find out the truth and just give her all FOR THE ULTIMATE TRUTH...
There were some places where I expected it could be a little more better... But again not every novel is perfect but it's worth a read... SO GO AHEAD AND GET YOUR COPY....
December 31, 2025
Chasing Ghosts, a psychological thriller written by RM Vaishali, is a gripping page-turner that had me hooked until the end. This book has so many twists within around 160-pages. I swear that I was literally trapped inside Madhavi’s psyche, trying to figure out what was real and what was a mere consequence of fear.
The narrative opens on Madhavi waking up in a hospital bed three weeks after the delivery of her child, only to find that her husband Rishabh and her newly born son are nowhere to be found. The journey that ensues is one of suspense for the truth, where the only uncertainty is the authenticity of Madhavi's memory. The psychiatrist and her uncle Kevin Roy insist she is hallucinating, yet some moments make his version feel just as doubtful. As a reader, I kept swinging between believing Madhavi and doubting her, which made the reading experience deeply engaging.
The author has a great ability to create this experience where nothing seems concrete. It has an eerie but not overstated quality to the environment and the rhythm that pulls the reader along. The climax is very effective and makes one reconsider several instances from the previous events.
✨A gripping and mind bending psychological thriller that keeps you questioning everything. Perfect for readers who enjoy dark, twist filled stories that linger in your thoughts.
The narrative opens on Madhavi waking up in a hospital bed three weeks after the delivery of her child, only to find that her husband Rishabh and her newly born son are nowhere to be found. The journey that ensues is one of suspense for the truth, where the only uncertainty is the authenticity of Madhavi's memory. The psychiatrist and her uncle Kevin Roy insist she is hallucinating, yet some moments make his version feel just as doubtful. As a reader, I kept swinging between believing Madhavi and doubting her, which made the reading experience deeply engaging.
The author has a great ability to create this experience where nothing seems concrete. It has an eerie but not overstated quality to the environment and the rhythm that pulls the reader along. The climax is very effective and makes one reconsider several instances from the previous events.
✨A gripping and mind bending psychological thriller that keeps you questioning everything. Perfect for readers who enjoy dark, twist filled stories that linger in your thoughts.
January 27, 2026
This book pulls you in from the very first page with its gripping and emotional premise. From the moment Madhavi wakes up in a hospital, confused and unsure of her own memories, the story creates a constant feeling of fear and curiosity among the readers. Nothing feels stable, and that uncertainty keeps you turning pages, trying to make sense of what’s really happening alongside the protagonist. I love how the author has skillfully covered all the details without making the book lengthy or boring. The usage of rich and lucid language makes it easy for the readers and even beginners to understand and connect. It's a short book which book me only few hours to finish.
The emotional honesty gives the story a rawness that makes it easy to connect with the characters on a deeper level. The writing flows so naturally that you find yourself completely immersed without even noticing how quickly the pages are turning. Overall, this is a tense and engaging read that keeps you hooked till the end. The author does a great job of exploring fear, trust, and a mother’s desperate need to protect her child. RM Vaishali does a great job of keeping the narrative tight and unsettling without making it confusing. If you enjoy thrillers that focus on the mind rather than just twists, this book is definitely worth picking up.
The emotional honesty gives the story a rawness that makes it easy to connect with the characters on a deeper level. The writing flows so naturally that you find yourself completely immersed without even noticing how quickly the pages are turning. Overall, this is a tense and engaging read that keeps you hooked till the end. The author does a great job of exploring fear, trust, and a mother’s desperate need to protect her child. RM Vaishali does a great job of keeping the narrative tight and unsettling without making it confusing. If you enjoy thrillers that focus on the mind rather than just twists, this book is definitely worth picking up.
February 14, 2026
There is a wave of young authors in our country presently . Where most teenagers I see are into poetries there are few talented ones like Vaishali who are a prodigy. Writing a well crafted psychological thriller at such a tender age is no mean feat . At her age I probably didn't even know what mystery meant.
'Chasing Ghosts' is a slow-burn psychological thriller that delves deep into subjects of memory, trauma, and the blurred line between reality and imagination. It follows the protagonist, Madhavi, whose journey to uncover truth is described as haunting and emotionally charged, keeping me hooked without excessive, fast-paced twists.
Contrary to what the title suggests the book doesn't have any jump scare or ghosts as such but the psychological eerie environment that is created in the minds of readers deserves special mention. It mainly focuses on the theme of paranoia and revolves around the protagonist struggle to come to terms with it. There is a constant sense of unease that is created throughout the book by exceptional writing ability of the author. Even the climax is built in such a fascinating manner that it lingers long after the story is over and readers are kept wanting what is real and what is illusionary
All in all a pretty interesting book exploring themes of loss , identity and psychological effects of fear
'Chasing Ghosts' is a slow-burn psychological thriller that delves deep into subjects of memory, trauma, and the blurred line between reality and imagination. It follows the protagonist, Madhavi, whose journey to uncover truth is described as haunting and emotionally charged, keeping me hooked without excessive, fast-paced twists.
Contrary to what the title suggests the book doesn't have any jump scare or ghosts as such but the psychological eerie environment that is created in the minds of readers deserves special mention. It mainly focuses on the theme of paranoia and revolves around the protagonist struggle to come to terms with it. There is a constant sense of unease that is created throughout the book by exceptional writing ability of the author. Even the climax is built in such a fascinating manner that it lingers long after the story is over and readers are kept wanting what is real and what is illusionary
All in all a pretty interesting book exploring themes of loss , identity and psychological effects of fear
February 25, 2026
Chasing Ghosts by R. M. Vaishali Godara
Is a psychological thriller that stays with you long after you’ve read it. The story follows Madhavi, a woman who wakes up in a hospital with no memory of the past three weeks and soon discovers that both her husband and newborn baby are missing — plunging her into a maze of uncertainty, fear, and suspicion.
The novel masterfully plays with the line between reality and illusion, as Madhavi struggles to piece together what really happened, whom to trust, and whether her memories — or lack of them — are reliable.
What makes this book compelling isn’t just its mystery but how it explores the fragility of the human mind. Vaishali’s writing keeps you guessing as layers of truth and deception unfold. Madhavi’s emotional journey — her confusion, fear, hope, and desperation — feels very real, and that keeps you turning pages.
The pacing is intense, with a lot of psychological twists that make you question what’s real and what’s imagined. At times it feels unsettling, as if you’re right there with Madhavi in the fog of her lost memories.
Overall, Chasing Ghosts is a gripping, mind-bending thriller for readers who enjoy suspense with emotional depth. It’s not just about the mystery — it’s about how fragile memory and trust can be when everything you believe starts to crumble.
Is a psychological thriller that stays with you long after you’ve read it. The story follows Madhavi, a woman who wakes up in a hospital with no memory of the past three weeks and soon discovers that both her husband and newborn baby are missing — plunging her into a maze of uncertainty, fear, and suspicion.
The novel masterfully plays with the line between reality and illusion, as Madhavi struggles to piece together what really happened, whom to trust, and whether her memories — or lack of them — are reliable.
What makes this book compelling isn’t just its mystery but how it explores the fragility of the human mind. Vaishali’s writing keeps you guessing as layers of truth and deception unfold. Madhavi’s emotional journey — her confusion, fear, hope, and desperation — feels very real, and that keeps you turning pages.
The pacing is intense, with a lot of psychological twists that make you question what’s real and what’s imagined. At times it feels unsettling, as if you’re right there with Madhavi in the fog of her lost memories.
Overall, Chasing Ghosts is a gripping, mind-bending thriller for readers who enjoy suspense with emotional depth. It’s not just about the mystery — it’s about how fragile memory and trust can be when everything you believe starts to crumble.
January 25, 2026
My rate::🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟/5
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😶Blurb::
So,the story starts with Madhavi who woke up in a hospital with no memory of past three weeks. The first thing she saw was that her husband Rishabh and child were missing. She wasn't in the hospital where she gave birth. She filed a police complain but her physiatrist who was also her uncle Mr. Kevin Roy told she was mentally unstable. Yah I am not telling more otherwise i'll reaveal the whole story.
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🤌🏻My thoughts::
Where should I start because this book literally twisted my mind and I am not even lying when I say IT IS PERFECT. At first I expected some normal thriller but boom it is a whole banger!!💥 It has a horror vibe throughout the book. I really loved Madhavi's dedication to find her child. She really was a great mother. But this book pulls you into another universe of it's own. The ending was so satisfyng and by the end of the book you will be left speechless.
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🤎Recommendations::
I recommended this to people who love reading Freida Mcfaddens' book especially Never Lie. It is a great book for beginners which is neither too bold nor too bland. It's writing is really simple but very strong at the same time.
Not to Mention I finished it in one day!😩
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😶Blurb::
So,the story starts with Madhavi who woke up in a hospital with no memory of past three weeks. The first thing she saw was that her husband Rishabh and child were missing. She wasn't in the hospital where she gave birth. She filed a police complain but her physiatrist who was also her uncle Mr. Kevin Roy told she was mentally unstable. Yah I am not telling more otherwise i'll reaveal the whole story.
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🤌🏻My thoughts::
Where should I start because this book literally twisted my mind and I am not even lying when I say IT IS PERFECT. At first I expected some normal thriller but boom it is a whole banger!!💥 It has a horror vibe throughout the book. I really loved Madhavi's dedication to find her child. She really was a great mother. But this book pulls you into another universe of it's own. The ending was so satisfyng and by the end of the book you will be left speechless.
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🤎Recommendations::
I recommended this to people who love reading Freida Mcfaddens' book especially Never Lie. It is a great book for beginners which is neither too bold nor too bland. It's writing is really simple but very strong at the same time.
Not to Mention I finished it in one day!😩
February 17, 2026
Some stories shake you!This one left me completely stunned and entertained all at once..
Me Madhavi wakes up in a hospital ward, overwhelmed with joy and eager to hold her newborn..However, her happiness turns to bewilderment, when she asks the nurses for her baby only to realise her husband is missing as well. To add to her horror, the nurse looks at her puzzled, stating she was never pregnant and is actually recovering from an accident.
Time stood still for Vaishali as she checks the calendar and realises; past three weeks have been erased from her life....
She flees the hospital, to go to her home looking for her family.
However, her home looks abandoned and her friends & close ones insist that her marriage never existed and she was single.
The only evidence left that bridges the gap between fantasy and reality was the scar on her abdomen, a lingering mark of a hidden truth.
What is real? Who is speaking the truth and how some things stay hidden even from plain sight..;Find out more in Chasing Ghosts by Vaishali!
This was author's debut work and she has written it well, though there are some parts which were predictable yet it makes a good story..The ending had me floored completely!!
Overall a great psychological thriller story..
Me Madhavi wakes up in a hospital ward, overwhelmed with joy and eager to hold her newborn..However, her happiness turns to bewilderment, when she asks the nurses for her baby only to realise her husband is missing as well. To add to her horror, the nurse looks at her puzzled, stating she was never pregnant and is actually recovering from an accident.
Time stood still for Vaishali as she checks the calendar and realises; past three weeks have been erased from her life....
She flees the hospital, to go to her home looking for her family.
However, her home looks abandoned and her friends & close ones insist that her marriage never existed and she was single.
The only evidence left that bridges the gap between fantasy and reality was the scar on her abdomen, a lingering mark of a hidden truth.
What is real? Who is speaking the truth and how some things stay hidden even from plain sight..;Find out more in Chasing Ghosts by Vaishali!
This was author's debut work and she has written it well, though there are some parts which were predictable yet it makes a good story..The ending had me floored completely!!
Overall a great psychological thriller story..
April 6, 2026
I really enjoyed reading this book because it kept me engaged from the very beginning.
The story follows Madhavi who woke up in a hospital with no memory, only to find her husband and newborn missing. I felt her fear, confusion, and desperation as she tried to figure out what was real and what was just an illusion. The way the story blends mystery, emotional pain, and psychological tension made it very engrossing for me.
It slowly revealed truths layer by layer. Madhavi’s journey felt intense, especially as she questioned everyone around her, including her psychiatrist and the people she trusted. The twists around Rishabh, her missing child, and the people in her life kept surprising me. I also found the emotional moments very touching, especially the bond between a mother and her child and the pain of betrayal.
The writing made me feel like I was inside Madhavi’s mind, confused yet determined. The mix of love, suspense, trauma, and courage made the story powerful.
If you like movies like Kahaani, Shutter Island, or Gone Girl, you will absolutely like this book.
It made me feel anxious, curious, and hopeful all at once, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys psychological thrillers with strong emotions.
The story follows Madhavi who woke up in a hospital with no memory, only to find her husband and newborn missing. I felt her fear, confusion, and desperation as she tried to figure out what was real and what was just an illusion. The way the story blends mystery, emotional pain, and psychological tension made it very engrossing for me.
It slowly revealed truths layer by layer. Madhavi’s journey felt intense, especially as she questioned everyone around her, including her psychiatrist and the people she trusted. The twists around Rishabh, her missing child, and the people in her life kept surprising me. I also found the emotional moments very touching, especially the bond between a mother and her child and the pain of betrayal.
The writing made me feel like I was inside Madhavi’s mind, confused yet determined. The mix of love, suspense, trauma, and courage made the story powerful.
If you like movies like Kahaani, Shutter Island, or Gone Girl, you will absolutely like this book.
It made me feel anxious, curious, and hopeful all at once, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys psychological thrillers with strong emotions.
January 5, 2026
Chasing Ghosts is a gripping psychological thriller that pulled me in with its unsettling premise from the very first page. Madhavi waking up in a hospital with no memory of the last three weeks, only to discover her husband and newborn child are missing, creates an immediate sense of dread and urgency. The atmosphere feels tense and disorienting, mirroring Madhavi’s fragile state of mind.
What works particularly well is the constant blurring of reality and illusion. As Madhavi is haunted by fragmented memories and disturbing visions, I found myself questioning everything alongside her. The narrative cleverly keeps you guessing, making it impossible to fully trust any character or explanation placed before her.
The emotional core of the story lies in Madhavi’s desperation as a mother. Her fear, confusion, and determination to reclaim her child add depth to the psychological tension and make her struggle feel painfully real.
Overall, Chasing Ghosts is an engaging and fast-paced read that combines suspense with emotional intensity. It’s perfect for readers who enjoy psychological thrillers that play with perception, memory, and the unsettling question of what is truly real.
What works particularly well is the constant blurring of reality and illusion. As Madhavi is haunted by fragmented memories and disturbing visions, I found myself questioning everything alongside her. The narrative cleverly keeps you guessing, making it impossible to fully trust any character or explanation placed before her.
The emotional core of the story lies in Madhavi’s desperation as a mother. Her fear, confusion, and determination to reclaim her child add depth to the psychological tension and make her struggle feel painfully real.
Overall, Chasing Ghosts is an engaging and fast-paced read that combines suspense with emotional intensity. It’s perfect for readers who enjoy psychological thrillers that play with perception, memory, and the unsettling question of what is truly real.
February 5, 2026
Trust no one. Not even your own mind!
This book messed with my head in the best way possible. Chasing Ghosts is one of those psychological thrillers where nothing feels real and that’s exactly the point. Madhavi wakes up in a hospital with three weeks of her life missing… and then gets told her husband and newborn never existed. Instant chills.🥶
The story traps you inside her mind, and suddenly you’re the one doubting memories, people, and reality itself. Every character feels suspicious, the tension never drops, and the twists sneak up on you right when you think you’ve figured it out.🤯
What really got me was the emotional layer. Madhavi’s fear as a mother, her desperation, and the way grief and trauma blur her sense of truth make the story hit harder than a typical thriller. It’s unsettling in a quiet, creeping way rather than loud shock value and that makes it even more effective.
It’s short, fast, and dangerously binge-able. I finished it in one sitting and still kept thinking about it after. If you love mind-bending thrillers that blur trauma, imagination and truth this one’s a must.🤌🏻✨️
This book messed with my head in the best way possible. Chasing Ghosts is one of those psychological thrillers where nothing feels real and that’s exactly the point. Madhavi wakes up in a hospital with three weeks of her life missing… and then gets told her husband and newborn never existed. Instant chills.🥶
The story traps you inside her mind, and suddenly you’re the one doubting memories, people, and reality itself. Every character feels suspicious, the tension never drops, and the twists sneak up on you right when you think you’ve figured it out.🤯
What really got me was the emotional layer. Madhavi’s fear as a mother, her desperation, and the way grief and trauma blur her sense of truth make the story hit harder than a typical thriller. It’s unsettling in a quiet, creeping way rather than loud shock value and that makes it even more effective.
It’s short, fast, and dangerously binge-able. I finished it in one sitting and still kept thinking about it after. If you love mind-bending thrillers that blur trauma, imagination and truth this one’s a must.🤌🏻✨️
February 14, 2026
I just finished a psychological thriller that genuinely messed with my head in the best way.
The story follows Madhavi, a woman who gives birth and then wakes up after three weeks completely alone. No husband, no child, and no one who even recognises the life she remembers. When she goes back to the hospital and checks the CCTV footage, even that has been erased. There is literally no proof that her family ever existed.
From that point, the book stops being a normal mystery and becomes a question: is she uncovering a conspiracy, or is her own mind betraying her?
Every time I thought I had figured it out, the story quietly destroyed my theory. The tension doesn’t come from action — it comes from doubt. You start questioning every character, every clue, and eventually even Madhavi herself. The scariest part is that the world around her feels believable enough that you don’t know who to trust.
If you like psychological thrillers that play with memory, perception, and reality instead of just murders and chase scenes, this one is absolutely worth reading. It keeps you on edge the entire time and leaves you thinking about it even after you finish.
The story follows Madhavi, a woman who gives birth and then wakes up after three weeks completely alone. No husband, no child, and no one who even recognises the life she remembers. When she goes back to the hospital and checks the CCTV footage, even that has been erased. There is literally no proof that her family ever existed.
From that point, the book stops being a normal mystery and becomes a question: is she uncovering a conspiracy, or is her own mind betraying her?
Every time I thought I had figured it out, the story quietly destroyed my theory. The tension doesn’t come from action — it comes from doubt. You start questioning every character, every clue, and eventually even Madhavi herself. The scariest part is that the world around her feels believable enough that you don’t know who to trust.
If you like psychological thrillers that play with memory, perception, and reality instead of just murders and chase scenes, this one is absolutely worth reading. It keeps you on edge the entire time and leaves you thinking about it even after you finish.
February 21, 2026
Book Review: Chasing Ghosts by RM Vaishali
Okay but imagine waking up in a hospital… and being told the last three weeks of your life never happened 😳
That’s exactly where Madhavi’s nightmare begins in Chasing Ghosts and I was hooked from page one.
She remembers having a newborn.
She remembers her husband.
But everyone around her, including her psychiatrist, keeps insisting it’s all in her head.
And that’s what makes this story so unsettling.
You don’t just read the suspense… you feel it.
The confusion. The paranoia. The constant second-guessing.
Is she hallucinating? Or is someone gaslighting her? 👀
RM Vaishali builds the tension beautifully.
The fragmented memories and eerie visions blur the line between reality and illusion so well that even I didn’t know what to believe half the time.
And when the twists start coming? They hit hard 💥
What I loved most was the emotional core, Madhavi’s desperation to find her child.
That raw, maternal instinct drives the story and keeps your heart racing till the very end 🖤
If you enjoy psychological thrillers that mess with your mind and keep you questioning everything, this one is definitely worth picking up.
Okay but imagine waking up in a hospital… and being told the last three weeks of your life never happened 😳
That’s exactly where Madhavi’s nightmare begins in Chasing Ghosts and I was hooked from page one.
She remembers having a newborn.
She remembers her husband.
But everyone around her, including her psychiatrist, keeps insisting it’s all in her head.
And that’s what makes this story so unsettling.
You don’t just read the suspense… you feel it.
The confusion. The paranoia. The constant second-guessing.
Is she hallucinating? Or is someone gaslighting her? 👀
RM Vaishali builds the tension beautifully.
The fragmented memories and eerie visions blur the line between reality and illusion so well that even I didn’t know what to believe half the time.
And when the twists start coming? They hit hard 💥
What I loved most was the emotional core, Madhavi’s desperation to find her child.
That raw, maternal instinct drives the story and keeps your heart racing till the very end 🖤
If you enjoy psychological thrillers that mess with your mind and keep you questioning everything, this one is definitely worth picking up.
February 28, 2026
I finished this in one sitting. Completely unputdownable. From the very first chapter, the tension wraps around you and refuses to loosen its grip. Madhavi wakes up after being admitted for her delivery, expecting to see her baby and husband beside her. Instead, there is no child. No husband. She is in a different hospital. And the doctor standing there calmly claims to be her uncle, insisting she suffers from a condition where she imagines events that never happened.
That atmosphere alone is enough to make your pulse shift.
What makes this story so gripping is the psychological uncertainty. You don’t just read Madhavi’s confusion, you feel it. Is she losing her mind, or is something far darker unfolding? Every page pulls you deeper into that doubt. The narrative moves at a sharp pace, but it never feels rushed. It keeps you questioning, second guessing, and mentally piecing things together.
I loved how immersive it felt. It’s the kind of book where you tell yourself “just one more chapter” and suddenly you’re at the end. If you enjoy thrillers that blur the line between reality and illusion and keep your brain fully alert, this one delivers that rush beautifully.
That atmosphere alone is enough to make your pulse shift.
What makes this story so gripping is the psychological uncertainty. You don’t just read Madhavi’s confusion, you feel it. Is she losing her mind, or is something far darker unfolding? Every page pulls you deeper into that doubt. The narrative moves at a sharp pace, but it never feels rushed. It keeps you questioning, second guessing, and mentally piecing things together.
I loved how immersive it felt. It’s the kind of book where you tell yourself “just one more chapter” and suddenly you’re at the end. If you enjoy thrillers that blur the line between reality and illusion and keep your brain fully alert, this one delivers that rush beautifully.
January 15, 2026
What if one morning you woke up and were told your entire life was a lie?
That’s the haunting thought that drives Chasing Ghosts. Madhavi wakes up in a hospital with weeks of her memory missing, only to find her husband and newborn child have vanished. Her house feels unfamiliar, her in-laws are unreachable, and everyone around her denies the life she remembers living. As she digs deeper, the world around her starts to collapse. The only person she trusts ends up murdered, leaving her completely alone, while the man she loved the most turns out to be her biggest betrayal. Reality begins to blur, and even her own mind feels like an enemy. Every chapter unravels another disturbing truth, filled with manipulation, hidden agendas, and a past that was deliberately erased. The twists are ruthless and shocking, constantly catching you off guard. Some moments are confusing, but they pull you into her fractured state of mind. The ending is intense and unforgettable. If you enjoy dark psychological thrillers packed with suspense, betrayal, and revenge, this book is definitely worth reading...
That’s the haunting thought that drives Chasing Ghosts. Madhavi wakes up in a hospital with weeks of her memory missing, only to find her husband and newborn child have vanished. Her house feels unfamiliar, her in-laws are unreachable, and everyone around her denies the life she remembers living. As she digs deeper, the world around her starts to collapse. The only person she trusts ends up murdered, leaving her completely alone, while the man she loved the most turns out to be her biggest betrayal. Reality begins to blur, and even her own mind feels like an enemy. Every chapter unravels another disturbing truth, filled with manipulation, hidden agendas, and a past that was deliberately erased. The twists are ruthless and shocking, constantly catching you off guard. Some moments are confusing, but they pull you into her fractured state of mind. The ending is intense and unforgettable. If you enjoy dark psychological thrillers packed with suspense, betrayal, and revenge, this book is definitely worth reading...
January 29, 2026
I just finished reading this book and my mind is still reeling! Seriously, I haven't been this hooked on a book in ages. From the moment I started reading about Madhavi's situation—waking up with amnesia and her family vanished—I was completely drawn in. The author is a master of suspense, and the way they built the tension had me practically biting my nails!
The best part? You're right there with Madhavi, piecing together her fractured memories and trying to figure out what the heck is going on. Is she crazy? Is everyone else gaslighting her? The constant feeling of not knowing who to trust kept me glued to the pages. The author throws in these incredible twists and turns that make you question everything you think you know. I seriously had to stop myself from yelling at the characters a few times!
if you're a fan of psychological thrillers that mess with your head in the best way possible,this is a must-read. It's dark, twisty, and will have you up all night, just like it did me. Run, don't walk, to grab this one! You won't regret it!
The best part? You're right there with Madhavi, piecing together her fractured memories and trying to figure out what the heck is going on. Is she crazy? Is everyone else gaslighting her? The constant feeling of not knowing who to trust kept me glued to the pages. The author throws in these incredible twists and turns that make you question everything you think you know. I seriously had to stop myself from yelling at the characters a few times!
if you're a fan of psychological thrillers that mess with your head in the best way possible,this is a must-read. It's dark, twisty, and will have you up all night, just like it did me. Run, don't walk, to grab this one! You won't regret it!
March 16, 2026
What would you do if you woke up in a hospital room after giving birth to a baby, only to see the child lying beside you and the very next second you lose consciousness?
When you regain consciousness, the baby is gone.
And then comes the most disturbing realization: everything and everyone around you might have been nothing more than imagination.
You are left trapped in confusion, unable to distinguish between reality and illusion.
This is what Chasing Ghosts by RM Vaishali is all about.
Chasing Ghosts is a mind bending psychological thriller that keeps you hooked until the very last page. The plot is brilliantly executed, and the twists are completely unpredictable. Just when you think you understand what is happening, the story takes another turn.
The climax is especially striking it is certainly not what you expect.
The characters are well written, and the language is simple and engaging, making the book an easy yet gripping read. It is the kind of book that can easily be finished in one sitting.
Definitely worth reading for all thriller lovers.
When you regain consciousness, the baby is gone.
And then comes the most disturbing realization: everything and everyone around you might have been nothing more than imagination.
You are left trapped in confusion, unable to distinguish between reality and illusion.
This is what Chasing Ghosts by RM Vaishali is all about.
Chasing Ghosts is a mind bending psychological thriller that keeps you hooked until the very last page. The plot is brilliantly executed, and the twists are completely unpredictable. Just when you think you understand what is happening, the story takes another turn.
The climax is especially striking it is certainly not what you expect.
The characters are well written, and the language is simple and engaging, making the book an easy yet gripping read. It is the kind of book that can easily be finished in one sitting.
Definitely worth reading for all thriller lovers.
March 31, 2026
📖 Book Review – Chasing Ghosts ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4.3/5)
Chasing Ghosts is truly an unpredictable and gripping thriller that kept me hooked till the very end. Despite being a small book, it is packed with powerful twists and turns that you simply won’t see coming.
The story revolves around Madhavi, and her emotional as well as psychological journey is intense and haunting. The suspense builds beautifully, and just when you think you’ve figured it out, the story takes another unexpected turn. That’s what makes this book so special.
I personally recommend this book to everyone who loves thriller and suspense genres. It absolutely deserves recognition in the bestseller category because it proves that even a short book can deliver a strong and impactful story.
Huge congratulations to the author for crafting such a wonderful and gripping narrative. 👏
I don’t want to reveal much because I don’t want to spoil the suspense for anyone — just read it and experience it yourself!
⭐ My Rating: 4.3/5
#BookReview #ChasingGhosts #ThrillerReads #SuspenseLovers
Author @r_vaishaligodara
Publisher @papertownsindia
Chasing Ghosts is truly an unpredictable and gripping thriller that kept me hooked till the very end. Despite being a small book, it is packed with powerful twists and turns that you simply won’t see coming.
The story revolves around Madhavi, and her emotional as well as psychological journey is intense and haunting. The suspense builds beautifully, and just when you think you’ve figured it out, the story takes another unexpected turn. That’s what makes this book so special.
I personally recommend this book to everyone who loves thriller and suspense genres. It absolutely deserves recognition in the bestseller category because it proves that even a short book can deliver a strong and impactful story.
Huge congratulations to the author for crafting such a wonderful and gripping narrative. 👏
I don’t want to reveal much because I don’t want to spoil the suspense for anyone — just read it and experience it yourself!
⭐ My Rating: 4.3/5
#BookReview #ChasingGhosts #ThrillerReads #SuspenseLovers
Author @r_vaishaligodara
Publisher @papertownsindia
February 12, 2026
So, What it you woke up one day and everyone around you insisted that what you Remember never really happened? That uneasy thought is exactly what Chasing Ghosts thrives on.
This book pulls you straight into Madhavi's mind, where nothing feels stable and every explanation comes with a question mark. I kept flipping pages because I genuinely couldn't decide who to trust, her fear felt real, but so did the doubts planted around her. The vibe here stays subtly agitated, with this quiet sense that something is always a little wrong.
I honestly did not expect so much to be packed into such a short book. The pacing never slows down, and the twists just sneak up on you.. Even after reading it, I kept going back to certain moments of book in my head.
If you are someone who enjoy reading psychological thrillers that blur reality, mess with your head, and make you so eager to know the truth,this book is for you just read this.
This book pulls you straight into Madhavi's mind, where nothing feels stable and every explanation comes with a question mark. I kept flipping pages because I genuinely couldn't decide who to trust, her fear felt real, but so did the doubts planted around her. The vibe here stays subtly agitated, with this quiet sense that something is always a little wrong.
I honestly did not expect so much to be packed into such a short book. The pacing never slows down, and the twists just sneak up on you.. Even after reading it, I kept going back to certain moments of book in my head.
If you are someone who enjoy reading psychological thrillers that blur reality, mess with your head, and make you so eager to know the truth,this book is for you just read this.
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