Host Writer

by W.F. Kuehn

When Zoe Edevane takes time away from Oxford to fulfill her mum’s dying wish all she knows about family and life changes forever. Her mother’s peculiar wish requires Zoe to obtain a grave rubbing in the dead of night. Everything about Zoe’s existence is altered when she meets the unearthly owner of the grave and one of his descendents, a mysterious and handsome young man who saves her life. They convince her that she belongs to an ancient and secret society of Archivists, who interview the dead. These Archivists keep the world’s secrets and history preserved in hidden collections around the world.
Members of their society begin to mysteriously disappear. This discovery launches Zoe into a quest filled with secrets and murder, as she runs from those who are intent on abusing the extraordinary powers of the Host Writers.

Genres: Fantasy, Fiction

400 pages, Paperback

First published April 8, 2015

About the author

W. F. KUEHN is a world traveler who loves history and looks for the story in everything she experiences. She is a lifelong student of literature, studying not only the words of great authors, but visiting the places that inspired their creativity. Her greatest achievement is raising a family to have a deep love and appreciation of the arts, both visual and written. Her hobbies include music, with piano being her favorite, but she has attempted to play the guitar and organ; riding her beach cruiser with her Yorkie in a basket; and family history, which is another great reason to travel. Host Writer is her first published novel with more to come, including the continuation of the Host Writer series. To sign up for her newsletter and find information about upcoming book promotions and engagements, visit her website at http://www.wfkuehn.com

Reviews

[Cris · Rating 4 out of 5]

I seldom, if ever, give a review....but since the author of this book is a friend and neighbor of my daughter, Tammi ....and it was at her request I read the book to begin with....here I go! Being our family genealogist these last 40+ years makes this book even more interesting as the thoughts of being able to talk too and see not only historic figures but the salt of the earth people in ones own family was a very interesting concept in itself....let alone the idea of "Archivists" living among us. Although at times I thought Zoe came across as a bit of a dimwit, I also reminded myself of her age and even that made some sense......while I'm usually not one for delayed confirmations of affections in the books I read .......this too had a purpose in this book. Knowing, since it's stated on the cover as "Book 1", that there would be issues left hanging at the end...I found the ending not quite what I expected but am looking forward to the next book nonetheless. There are many avenues the next books can take and I hope they jump into the stories they continue to tell with the quickness and attachment to the topic as this book started with......and for that reason I rated it a 4 out of 5. A book for all ages and it hooked me in the first ten pages.

[Julie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Received the book for free through the Goodreads giveaway.

Host Writer made a very fascinating book with an excellent blurb! A book about a special select group of humans who are able to raise spirits and interview them and write down their history.

The book proves to be just as interesting and gripping. The characters are good, the plot nicely developed and really well written. There is a nice mix of description and dialogue.

I feel that the ending could have been a bit tighter. The ending leaves it very open for a series continuation which I have to admit I'm very much looking forward to a book number 2!

[Tammi · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a fun and interesting book to read! It had a mix of James Bond and Pirates of the Caribbean throughout the story. I enjoyed the main characters and the fact that you kept guessing at some of their true intentions. The intrigue was there through the whole book and I like the way it ended with an opening for the next book in this new series. I don't want to reveal too much, but I can't wait to read the next one!

[Joann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thanks to a Goodreads giveaway, I received an autographed copy of this book.

This is quite the book! There's a lot going on, but the author manages to keep it all clear and easy to follow. There's some mystery, suspense, paranormal characters and a bit of romance too.

I feel it's a great YA read as well so will be passing it on to my teenagers.

Looking forward to the next in the series!!!

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received this book as a Goodreads giveaway.

This book is amazing, I had difficulty to put it down and sleep. It has action from the first page to the very end of the book. Reading it is like seeing a movie. And, seriously, a special kind of humans who can talk to ghosts to write their life stories, the idea is brilliant! I loved loved loved it, can't wait for the second book!!

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has an interesting and intriguing premise. A person who can communicate with the departed and will become their ghost writer, so to speak, to take down their stories. This is the first of a projected series and I look forward to the next installment.

This was a Goodreads giveaway and I highly recommend it.

[Raquel Hinz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the suspense of this book and felt a deep love for some of the characters. The ending ties things together perfectly while leaving enough loose ends for the sequel. I'm excited to see how the story continues in the next book.

[Mark · Rating 4 out of 5]

Still reading this book but so far it doing well.
Just finished this book. Starts of well and as a good story line ,but its a little disapinting at the end
as it seems the last three capters are a little on the amither side

[Amria · Rating 4 out of 5]

Incredibly interesting and unique story! I loved the elements of mystery and adventure intertwined with familial love and romance. I’m a sucker for character development and it was fun getting to know theses characters as the story progressed. Multiple unexpected twists in the story captured my attention. One revelation caught me so off guard I had to reread it and make sure I completely understood. Overall, a well written an enjoyable read with an excellent ending. Excited for book two!

[Gina · Rating 3 out of 5]

I received this book as a first read. The story was original and interesting. I liked the different supernatural slant. The pace was really slow though. More action and more dialogue would have kept it flowing better.