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Empty Vessels
In the aftermath of a terrible accident, Keith is left with anxiety and depression. He's also left with psychic powers, a ghost following him around, and the unwanted knowledge that not everyone in the world is human—some are something other. In the midst of all this turmoil, it's the ghost, Lucas, who becomes his closest friend.
But when Keith starts having prophetic dreams about horrible monsters hunting Others down, he can't remain uninvolved anymore. Against his better judgment, and with Lucas's support, Keith begins to pursue the truth of what's really out there, what sorts of people they are, and what his own role could be in this strange new world of spirits and monsters.
But when Keith starts having prophetic dreams about horrible monsters hunting Others down, he can't remain uninvolved anymore. Against his better judgment, and with Lucas's support, Keith begins to pursue the truth of what's really out there, what sorts of people they are, and what his own role could be in this strange new world of spirits and monsters.
235 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 20, 2017
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December 1, 2017
Creepy and Lovely!
This book creeped the hell out of me. Terrors, ghosts, Others, prophetic dreams, and dolls. A room full of dolls. Just looking at you.
This was really a wonderfully creepy ghost story that was hard to put down. There was no gore, just suspense and a big time shudder factor.
Read the blurb, then read the book. There’s an HEA for all beings involved. Light on the sex, and not too descriptive, but high on the tension. Although I would have loved a final descriptive sexy time at the very end!
This book creeped the hell out of me. Terrors, ghosts, Others, prophetic dreams, and dolls. A room full of dolls. Just looking at you.
This was really a wonderfully creepy ghost story that was hard to put down. There was no gore, just suspense and a big time shudder factor.
Read the blurb, then read the book. There’s an HEA for all beings involved. Light on the sex, and not too descriptive, but high on the tension. Although I would have loved a final descriptive sexy time at the very end!
November 27, 2017
4.3 Stars
Maybe it's because I kept reading it at night, but this was a whole lot more frightening than I expected it to be with the horrifying Terrors. Of course, it could have been the dolls. Given the damn cover, I should have known better, really. Mostly though, it was all that unknown. All that uncertainty as to what becomes of us (as humans) after death and what the Others go through if captured and unable to move on.
Only thing worse for me would have been clowns.
*shudder*
Anywho, this was really quite original and interesting. I loved the story and premise...even if there were a whole lot of dreamscape imagery-as-metaphor that I think I didn't understand (or was too tired/scared to interpret). My heart hurt for Lucas, and for Keith...but in different ways. But that ending? Oh man, that was exactly everything I wanted it to be.
Given Keith's abilities, Lucas at his side and a tie to the Otherworld in the horned boy*, I could see this having another installment where they're needed to solve another mystery; but if it doesn't, that's okay too because this was a complete and lovely (if terrifying) tale.
(*I borrowed the book and forgot to write his name down before I returned it. Damn.)
Maybe it's because I kept reading it at night, but this was a whole lot more frightening than I expected it to be with the horrifying Terrors. Of course, it could have been the dolls. Given the damn cover, I should have known better, really. Mostly though, it was all that unknown. All that uncertainty as to what becomes of us (as humans) after death and what the Others go through if captured and unable to move on.
Only thing worse for me would have been clowns.
*shudder*
Anywho, this was really quite original and interesting. I loved the story and premise...even if there were a whole lot of dreamscape imagery-as-metaphor that I think I didn't understand (or was too tired/scared to interpret). My heart hurt for Lucas, and for Keith...but in different ways. But that ending? Oh man, that was exactly everything I wanted it to be.
Given Keith's abilities, Lucas at his side and a tie to the Otherworld in the horned boy*, I could see this having another installment where they're needed to solve another mystery; but if it doesn't, that's okay too because this was a complete and lovely (if terrifying) tale.
(*I borrowed the book and forgot to write his name down before I returned it. Damn.)
February 19, 2023
Creepy darker urban fantasy M/M romance with ghosts, prophetic dreams, animated toy dolls, and a dude with antlers. Our hero is Keith, a college student who was almost killed in an accident several years ago. A passing stranger, Lucas, saved Keith but lost his own life in the process. After the accident, Keith was suddenly able to see what he calls Others, magical creatures he never had seen before. This includes Lucas, now a ghost and tethered to Keith. When Keith has a dream that monsters are attacking Others, he and Lucas start to investigate. They connect with deer guy Hildraeth, the trio closes in on a spooky abandoned house in the woods... you know nothing good ever comes from spooky abandoned houses in the woods, right?
The fantasy/mystery plot was well done, but what I loved even more was the conflicted connection between Keith and Lucas, and how it starts to change as Keith admits his attraction to Hildraeth. It's like a chemical process that begins once a new element is added and doesn't stop until everything's different. I hate to say more because it's almost spoilery, but I was seriously impressed by how deftly Katz handled three very different men and their emotions, especially Keith's journey from such social isolation to his HFN.
The fantasy/mystery plot was well done, but what I loved even more was the conflicted connection between Keith and Lucas, and how it starts to change as Keith admits his attraction to Hildraeth. It's like a chemical process that begins once a new element is added and doesn't stop until everything's different. I hate to say more because it's almost spoilery, but I was seriously impressed by how deftly Katz handled three very different men and their emotions, especially Keith's journey from such social isolation to his HFN.
October 16, 2019
A Joyfully Jay review.
2.75 stars
Empty Vessels is one of those books that by turns both compels and annoys and does so consistently. The world building is unique and, at times, horrifyingly vivid. Enslaved dolls and ghosts turned to mindless savages inhabit a world of the living and the dead, the trapped and the despondent. It’s decidedly creepy and I give the author real kudos for the originality of it all. Empty Vessels is properly sinister and taps into a lot of primal emotions about the things that scare us most.
Unfortunately, the overall story is slow to develop and there were whole sections that felt sloggy. The pacing was really problematic and it felt as if a solid third of the book could have been trimmed away without losing the overall plot points. There were times I actually set the book aside because it just failed to sustain my attention.
Aside from the pace, the biggest issue is the characters. They read as vague and ill defined.
Read Sue’s review in its entirety here.
2.75 stars
Empty Vessels is one of those books that by turns both compels and annoys and does so consistently. The world building is unique and, at times, horrifyingly vivid. Enslaved dolls and ghosts turned to mindless savages inhabit a world of the living and the dead, the trapped and the despondent. It’s decidedly creepy and I give the author real kudos for the originality of it all. Empty Vessels is properly sinister and taps into a lot of primal emotions about the things that scare us most.
Unfortunately, the overall story is slow to develop and there were whole sections that felt sloggy. The pacing was really problematic and it felt as if a solid third of the book could have been trimmed away without losing the overall plot points. There were times I actually set the book aside because it just failed to sustain my attention.
Aside from the pace, the biggest issue is the characters. They read as vague and ill defined.
Read Sue’s review in its entirety here.
January 26, 2018
4.5 stars
Synopsis: Keith was almost killed, and has been seeing things differently ever since. He can see beings that aren't quite human, and the man who died saving his life is a ghost that haunts him. Literally. Keith and Lucas can only be so far apart before they have to be together.
When Keith starts having dreams about Others being killed, he feels that he has to do something to try and save them. To that end, Keith and Lucas visit antique shops trying to find a bottle like Keith saw in his dream. One of the shops that they are directed to is run by an Other, who sends them to see his friend, because she has been having dreams about being hurt.
When Keith dreams that she gets taken, and they arrive too late to save her, he and Lucas and Hildraeth decide to confront whatever is harvesting the Others.
What I liked: the love that you can feel between Lucas and Keith, even though they don't talk about it with each other. I liked that Keith was never really sure whether he was crazy or if what he was seeing was real. The world building was interesting, and the characters were clearly drawn with very distinct personalities. I also liked that the real world went on around Keith, and that they thought he was crazy for always talking to himself. Once the friend got taken, Keith was determined to get her back, even though it meant involving himself. I also liked that both Lucas and Keith extended themselves and found out what else they could do in order to try and save beings that they didn't know.
Both Lucas and Keith were human, with all the foibles that go with it, even if Lucas was a ghost, and I liked that they became quite heroic when the time came. Hildraeth was Other, and had the sensibilities of something not human, and one who has seen everything. In spite of that, he was also optimistic and enthusiastic about small things.
What I didn't like: the ending felt a little forced in order to have a happy one that would satisfy everyone.
Overall impression: I really enjoyed the writing and story telling. The characters were engaging and I would love to read more about them. I would definitely read another book by this author.
*I received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
Synopsis: Keith was almost killed, and has been seeing things differently ever since. He can see beings that aren't quite human, and the man who died saving his life is a ghost that haunts him. Literally. Keith and Lucas can only be so far apart before they have to be together.
When Keith starts having dreams about Others being killed, he feels that he has to do something to try and save them. To that end, Keith and Lucas visit antique shops trying to find a bottle like Keith saw in his dream. One of the shops that they are directed to is run by an Other, who sends them to see his friend, because she has been having dreams about being hurt.
When Keith dreams that she gets taken, and they arrive too late to save her, he and Lucas and Hildraeth decide to confront whatever is harvesting the Others.
What I liked: the love that you can feel between Lucas and Keith, even though they don't talk about it with each other. I liked that Keith was never really sure whether he was crazy or if what he was seeing was real. The world building was interesting, and the characters were clearly drawn with very distinct personalities. I also liked that the real world went on around Keith, and that they thought he was crazy for always talking to himself. Once the friend got taken, Keith was determined to get her back, even though it meant involving himself. I also liked that both Lucas and Keith extended themselves and found out what else they could do in order to try and save beings that they didn't know.
Both Lucas and Keith were human, with all the foibles that go with it, even if Lucas was a ghost, and I liked that they became quite heroic when the time came. Hildraeth was Other, and had the sensibilities of something not human, and one who has seen everything. In spite of that, he was also optimistic and enthusiastic about small things.
What I didn't like: the ending felt a little forced in order to have a happy one that would satisfy everyone.
Overall impression: I really enjoyed the writing and story telling. The characters were engaging and I would love to read more about them. I would definitely read another book by this author.
*I received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
December 1, 2017
This had some really interesting ideas and walked a fine line between what I would term as paranormal and urban fantasy. I really loved the relationship between Keith and Lucas, how close they'd become as the ghost and his hauntee. You could tell from the beginning that they had feelings for each other and I just kept waiting for them to figure out some way to make a relationship between them possible. The relationship with Hireath is more complicated and while I didn't mind how it resolved I would have been happy with just a friendship there as well. That relationship never felt as developed. But if this story was to have a sequel I could see the relationship being deepened and over time becoming something stronger.
There was some really creative world building in this story. The Terrors were wonderfully terrifying and creepy. The Otherworldly elements were unique and kept my attention quite well. In all this was a really lovely story.
There was some really creative world building in this story. The Terrors were wonderfully terrifying and creepy. The Otherworldly elements were unique and kept my attention quite well. In all this was a really lovely story.
November 26, 2017
This was an interesting book and maybe not one I would have picked had it not been part of a challenge.
Ill be honest, parts of this book, in my opinion read like a horror book and I am not sure I really understood it all.
That said, it was a well written book with an interesting world.
Losing Lucas was a shock and sad as Keith came to the acknowledgement that he was in love with Lucas.
I would recommend this to my friends who like dark and paranormal books.
Ill be honest, parts of this book, in my opinion read like a horror book and I am not sure I really understood it all.
That said, it was a well written book with an interesting world.
Losing Lucas was a shock and sad as Keith came to the acknowledgement that he was in love with Lucas.
I would recommend this to my friends who like dark and paranormal books.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 30, 2017
Weird but good. Doesn't work as a menage though.
December 19, 2021
3.8 really cute and love the world.
April 8, 2018
Empty Vessels is unique and engaging. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for an urban fantasy romance.
This was my first book by Meredith Katz, but I'm sure it won't be my last. I decided to give this a try because I love urban fantasy novels, and I've been looking for standalone novels lately.
This story is told entirely from Keith's point of view. This helped with really bringing out Keith’s character. There was a fair amount of introspection but not enough to bother me. I felt like the rest of the story balanced it out.
It was so hard to put this down because it was so engaging. I loved the symbolism and had no idea how the plot was going to progress because I've never read anything quite like it. For me that made it that much more intriguing.
This is not a highly romantic or sexual story, though there are a couple of sex scenes. I wouldn't recommend this to someone looking for an erotic romance.
This book has a solid HEA ending with no cliffhangers.
*I received a free copy of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
This was my first book by Meredith Katz, but I'm sure it won't be my last. I decided to give this a try because I love urban fantasy novels, and I've been looking for standalone novels lately.
This story is told entirely from Keith's point of view. This helped with really bringing out Keith’s character. There was a fair amount of introspection but not enough to bother me. I felt like the rest of the story balanced it out.
It was so hard to put this down because it was so engaging. I loved the symbolism and had no idea how the plot was going to progress because I've never read anything quite like it. For me that made it that much more intriguing.
This is not a highly romantic or sexual story, though there are a couple of sex scenes. I wouldn't recommend this to someone looking for an erotic romance.
This book has a solid HEA ending with no cliffhangers.
*I received a free copy of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
August 4, 2025
I highly enjoyed this. May seem a little weird since I've only rated it three stars - this is really raw, and honestly she needs an editor. I struggle at some points to conjure a picture in my head, the writing lacking in enough description to really paint a picture. I wish there was more senses activated, and the characters, while endearing, are a little translucent (hello, ghost joke!) and similar.
But! This story is really interesting. There's a lot going on and it all works well together. Despite familiar trappings - scary old mansion, antique store, sad boy in college - it's embellishments and the path it leads down are unique. Traversing others mindscapes, encountering symbol and metaphor? Strongest parts of the book.
This reads like a fanfiction. Slightly amateur, but with a lot of passion and excitement to carry it forward. Also, I will never complain about sweet poly romances. This deserves more readers. And someone find this author an editor! I want more, and preferably with a cleaner reading experience.
But! This story is really interesting. There's a lot going on and it all works well together. Despite familiar trappings - scary old mansion, antique store, sad boy in college - it's embellishments and the path it leads down are unique. Traversing others mindscapes, encountering symbol and metaphor? Strongest parts of the book.
This reads like a fanfiction. Slightly amateur, but with a lot of passion and excitement to carry it forward. Also, I will never complain about sweet poly romances. This deserves more readers. And someone find this author an editor! I want more, and preferably with a cleaner reading experience.
May 26, 2022
I'm gonna be honest. I got this because of the cover. White haired dude with antlers? Visually 100% my jam. In the story itself? 100% my jam!
While the story itself was a little simple, what made everything truly shine was the main character, Keith, and his relationship with Lucas and his growing relationship with the horned dude. While maybe the relationship side moved fast, I liked how open and honest they were when talking about relationship stuff. It was nice to see that on the page!
The other reviews said this was spooky, but I didn't feel that at all although there are so if that makes you shudder, then that'll be spooky! It would have been nice to get more insight into Terrors and the world building, but I think as an intro to the world, this actually works pretty well. I wasn't overloaded with information and the main focus was the story!
Definitely going to keep my eyes open for anything new with these characters!
While the story itself was a little simple, what made everything truly shine was the main character, Keith, and his relationship with Lucas and his growing relationship with the horned dude. While maybe the relationship side moved fast, I liked how open and honest they were when talking about relationship stuff. It was nice to see that on the page!
The other reviews said this was spooky, but I didn't feel that at all although there are so if that makes you shudder, then that'll be spooky! It would have been nice to get more insight into Terrors and the world building, but I think as an intro to the world, this actually works pretty well. I wasn't overloaded with information and the main focus was the story!
Definitely going to keep my eyes open for anything new with these characters!
December 13, 2024
I read this because I know I enjoy Meredith Katz's writing style and was not disappointed! Very cool worldbuilding, immaculate odd vibes and I was so so happy with the queer romance & spice, which I specifically came for.
As a poly person I'm beyond thrilled to find healthy representation in fiction!
I wish I could hang out (and potentially more) with Hiraeth too.
Any investigation plot usually isn't my cup of tea at all and it still wasn't, but everything I mentioned before made it a worthwhile read
As a poly person I'm beyond thrilled to find healthy representation in fiction!
I wish I could hang out (and potentially more) with Hiraeth too.
Any investigation plot usually isn't my cup of tea at all and it still wasn't, but everything I mentioned before made it a worthwhile read
February 7, 2025
This was a sleeper for me. I didn't think I'd love it as much, but it just kept getting More and More and More interesting. And then, all of a sudden, I started noticing metaphors... and then there was the whole dreamscape of metaphors.
Aaand now I'm a little obsessed with this book.
Oh and for real though, this would make for a PHENOMENAL movie. Oh my goodness. The kitchen fight, the dolls, the double vision.. the talking to 'no-one'. So here for it.
Aaand now I'm a little obsessed with this book.
Oh and for real though, this would make for a PHENOMENAL movie. Oh my goodness. The kitchen fight, the dolls, the double vision.. the talking to 'no-one'. So here for it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 11, 2018
From Magnolia Reviews: Four Petals
I had trouble putting this book down, so of course I have to recommend it. The plot, characterizations, and romantic relationship were all crafted into a beautiful story that kept my interest until the end.
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I had trouble putting this book down, so of course I have to recommend it. The plot, characterizations, and romantic relationship were all crafted into a beautiful story that kept my interest until the end.
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December 28, 2018
3,5 en realidad
December 18, 2017
This story has one freaky and haunting plot. This is an amazing ghost story for anyone that doesn’t have a phobia of creepy dolls, but if you do, don’t even think about picking up this book. The story centers around the psychic Keith, his ghost crush Lucas and a supernatural character that should have really been called the horny Horned Boy rather than just the Horned Boy. Together these characters have to solve a series of otherworldly kidnappings and all happen to fall in love/lust in the process. This is book is definitely more of a romantic urban fantasy than a paranormal romance so the focus is more so on the plot and mystery than the relationships. Although the relationship does end in a sweet M/M/M HFN.
I have to say that I found the story engrossing. The otherworldly worldbuilding was fantastic, especially when Keith learns that he is able to enter the mindscape of others. This world is more diverse than the traditional ghost story and the Others, as they are known, add a very unique and mysterious fantasic element.
I wonder if the author will continue these character’s stories because it would be nice to see more of their interactions now that they are in a relationship. Not to mention, that they make a pretty cool supernatural crime fighting team. I’d also appreciate more of their backstory because we were more or less dropped into the middle of the story. Overall, this is a really solid urban fantasy with a cute romantic side plot that I would recommend to horror lovers.
I have to say that I found the story engrossing. The otherworldly worldbuilding was fantastic, especially when Keith learns that he is able to enter the mindscape of others. This world is more diverse than the traditional ghost story and the Others, as they are known, add a very unique and mysterious fantasic element.
I wonder if the author will continue these character’s stories because it would be nice to see more of their interactions now that they are in a relationship. Not to mention, that they make a pretty cool supernatural crime fighting team. I’d also appreciate more of their backstory because we were more or less dropped into the middle of the story. Overall, this is a really solid urban fantasy with a cute romantic side plot that I would recommend to horror lovers.
December 13, 2019
I received a copy of this book free from the author for my honest review.
Oh. My. God. Yes. This book. I just adored it. Keith is a little cinnamon roll. Lucas pulls at my heartstrings. And Hiraeth was just perfect. I need more of them! If/when more books come out in the series I will snatch them up.
This book kept me on the edge of my seat from the beginning. the opening scene with the flash back kept me guessing what was going to come next. part of me did expect to be able to guess what was going to happen next as I read but I did not find that to be the case. I’m not normally a fan of investigative stories but I loved the way this was portrayed. It kept me guessing and nervous from the beginning. The paranormal overlap of the two worlds was a really interesting way to portray the differences between humans and Others. (Can I just say I would adore meeting an Other?). The idea that people's symbols give them the ability to 'choose' their vessel really struck me. It was interesting to see that Marion had previously been flowers and light before she became bone and shield, and how this showed a greater understanding of the different facets of her life and her personality as a whole.
One issue I found with the book itself is that there were not many characters overall. There were only (really) 5 characters in the novel that we explored at any depth. It would have been sort of nice to see what some of the Others looked like. But, I cannot use that as a detriment for this novel/series since it was relatively short and the beginning of a series. I hope any later books will explore the Others more, while also allowing us to explore the relationship with Keith, Lucas, and Hiraeth, as well as their friendship with Marion.
Just a solid 10/10 would read again. Everyone do yourselves a favor and go read this now!
Oh. My. God. Yes. This book. I just adored it. Keith is a little cinnamon roll. Lucas pulls at my heartstrings. And Hiraeth was just perfect. I need more of them! If/when more books come out in the series I will snatch them up.
This book kept me on the edge of my seat from the beginning. the opening scene with the flash back kept me guessing what was going to come next. part of me did expect to be able to guess what was going to happen next as I read but I did not find that to be the case. I’m not normally a fan of investigative stories but I loved the way this was portrayed. It kept me guessing and nervous from the beginning. The paranormal overlap of the two worlds was a really interesting way to portray the differences between humans and Others. (Can I just say I would adore meeting an Other?). The idea that people's symbols give them the ability to 'choose' their vessel really struck me. It was interesting to see that Marion had previously been flowers and light before she became bone and shield, and how this showed a greater understanding of the different facets of her life and her personality as a whole.
One issue I found with the book itself is that there were not many characters overall. There were only (really) 5 characters in the novel that we explored at any depth. It would have been sort of nice to see what some of the Others looked like. But, I cannot use that as a detriment for this novel/series since it was relatively short and the beginning of a series. I hope any later books will explore the Others more, while also allowing us to explore the relationship with Keith, Lucas, and Hiraeth, as well as their friendship with Marion.
Just a solid 10/10 would read again. Everyone do yourselves a favor and go read this now!
January 19, 2018
I read Empty Vessels with high hopes, and I was not disappointed! Both the romance and the thriller aspects are strong, and the author does an excellent job at building tension and a spooky atmosphere. We get enough worldbuilding to really peek past the mundane into the much wider supernatural world, but it doesn't get bogged down in trying to explain everything.
I enjoyed the supernatural elements and the way that ghosts are handled and explained in this. The setting held together very well, and we're introduced to it piece-by-piece in a way that fits well with the pacing and Keith's experiences. The "rules" of the supernatural world are consistent and make sense, which solidifies its verisimilitude.
My only complaint was the dearth of secondary characters. There are really only five characters, three of who are the romantic leads. In the case of Lucas and Keith, it made sense that they didn't have many connections, but when the vivacious deer-guy only has one friend mentioned throughout the entire story? That fell a little flat with me. Still, it was something I really only reflected on after I finished the story, not a distraction during it.
I enjoyed the supernatural elements and the way that ghosts are handled and explained in this. The setting held together very well, and we're introduced to it piece-by-piece in a way that fits well with the pacing and Keith's experiences. The "rules" of the supernatural world are consistent and make sense, which solidifies its verisimilitude.
My only complaint was the dearth of secondary characters. There are really only five characters, three of who are the romantic leads. In the case of Lucas and Keith, it made sense that they didn't have many connections, but when the vivacious deer-guy only has one friend mentioned throughout the entire story? That fell a little flat with me. Still, it was something I really only reflected on after I finished the story, not a distraction during it.
December 11, 2019
I was given a free copy of Empty Vessels in return for an honest review.
This was not the book that I was expecting to read when I asked for a review copy but I really enjoyed it. To me it is fantasy with paranormal mixed in as well as a touch of romance.
We have two world which overlap and, for a lot of the book, we are in the section which is overlapping.
Keith is human but his powers make it possible for him to see the inhabitants of the other world. When other inhabitants from this other world start to go missing it is Keith who has to find out what is happening.
I really don't want to say much else about the book as I don't want to give anything away but the book is very well written and the story interested me from the start. I liked all of the characters.
I will definitely be reading this next book in the series when it is published.
Recommended.
This was not the book that I was expecting to read when I asked for a review copy but I really enjoyed it. To me it is fantasy with paranormal mixed in as well as a touch of romance.
We have two world which overlap and, for a lot of the book, we are in the section which is overlapping.
Keith is human but his powers make it possible for him to see the inhabitants of the other world. When other inhabitants from this other world start to go missing it is Keith who has to find out what is happening.
I really don't want to say much else about the book as I don't want to give anything away but the book is very well written and the story interested me from the start. I liked all of the characters.
I will definitely be reading this next book in the series when it is published.
Recommended.
December 8, 2024
This was extremely creepy but oh so good. Loved it.
November 27, 2017
Oh boy, this was such fun. From the cover alone, I probably would have guessed this wasn't exactly my kind of thing, but I've loved everything by Meredith Katz so far, so I just had to go and pick it up anyway.
Fans of this author will definitely not be disappointed!
Keith is a boy haunted by the ghost of Lucas, a boy who once saved his life and awakened powers in him that he barely even believes. For the most part, he doesn't have much to do with the paranormal world, but when he starts getting prophetic dreams, he feels as though he really does need to pay attention to them.
That leads him and Luca towards Hiraeth, the deer boy who is one of the Others. This comes with a whole bunch of beautifully realised mythology that I won't spoil here.
Suffice it to say, this book set up a cast of characters I'd love to see in a paranormal investigation series going forward. And, if that wasn't all enough to interest you, there is also polyamory between the three boys!! I'd definitely love to get more of a fleshed out version of that in future books, particularly given that Hiraeth comes so much later into the lives of Keith and Lucas, who obviously already knew each other.
If I had to have just one complaint about this book, it would be that Hiraeth's feelings towards the other boys, and those feelings back in return, just weren't as convincing to me as everything else in the book.
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