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Lorna Shadow #2
Ghostly Secrets
A troubled ghost. A house full of suspects, and a mystery that needs solving.
Lorna Shadow is back in a new ghost mystery. Joined by her best friend Helen, and her faithful dog, Flipper, Lorna must deal with Archie Musgrave, a stubborn ghost who doesn't believe his death was an accident.
As Lorna investigates, the list of suspects grows long, and the ghost becomes increasingly agitated.
When Archie's widow is almost killed, Lorna must act fast to stop anyone else from dying.
Follow Lorna in this fun, cozy ghost mystery, as she unmasks the killer and Archie gets the justice he deserves.
Lorna Shadow is back in a new ghost mystery. Joined by her best friend Helen, and her faithful dog, Flipper, Lorna must deal with Archie Musgrave, a stubborn ghost who doesn't believe his death was an accident.
As Lorna investigates, the list of suspects grows long, and the ghost becomes increasingly agitated.
When Archie's widow is almost killed, Lorna must act fast to stop anyone else from dying.
Follow Lorna in this fun, cozy ghost mystery, as she unmasks the killer and Archie gets the justice he deserves.
- GenresParanormalCozy Mystery
163 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 22, 2017
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About the author
K.E. O'Connor
177 books193 followersK.E. O’Connor is the author of the Witch Haven mystery series, the Crypt Witch cozy mysteries, the Lorna Shadow ghost mysteries, the Holly Holmes baking mysteries, the Zee Town paranormal cozy series, and the Old Sarum mystery series, along with other titles available if you cast the right spell. She can imagine dragons, taste cookies when they aren’t even there, and hear the crack of a witch’s broom at a hundred paces.
K.E. (the K stands for Karen) lives in the United Kingdom (it isn’t very united, but that’s a mystery for another time) among the mystical stones and fairy creatures of Somerset. She graduated from the Universities of Southampton and Reading, where she received degrees in Archaeology and Cognitive Evolution (both highly entertaining to take part in, but with the career options of a ground witch’s toe bone.)
If you’re of the curious persuasion and want to know more, visit her website at www.keoconnor.com for enlightening knowledge on all things cozy mystery, book news, and a peek into the magical world of a writer who believes animals talk and magic is just a finger click away.
To contact her, visit her Facebook page – www.facebook/keoconnorauthor, join her email list, or dust off that haunted mirror in your cellar and speak the ancient magical words to transport yourself into her lounge. There may be tea and cookies waiting, or there may be giants – it depends on her mood.
K.E. (the K stands for Karen) lives in the United Kingdom (it isn’t very united, but that’s a mystery for another time) among the mystical stones and fairy creatures of Somerset. She graduated from the Universities of Southampton and Reading, where she received degrees in Archaeology and Cognitive Evolution (both highly entertaining to take part in, but with the career options of a ground witch’s toe bone.)
If you’re of the curious persuasion and want to know more, visit her website at www.keoconnor.com for enlightening knowledge on all things cozy mystery, book news, and a peek into the magical world of a writer who believes animals talk and magic is just a finger click away.
To contact her, visit her Facebook page – www.facebook/keoconnorauthor, join her email list, or dust off that haunted mirror in your cellar and speak the ancient magical words to transport yourself into her lounge. There may be tea and cookies waiting, or there may be giants – it depends on her mood.
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August 2, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This one was better than the first. I did not figure out “who done it” which is rare Will read the next one for sure.
This one was better than the first. I did not figure out “who done it” which is rare Will read the next one for sure.
August 15, 2020
A fun cozy mystery. The ghost (Archie) angry with whoever killed him. Lorna has to solve the crime
August 11, 2022
Three and a half stars for an adequate read in need of more defined characters
I like the originality of a trio of temporary employees of grand estates; it's a great device for allowing locale changes and diversity of victims as well as means, motive, and opportunity. The writing is solid and the mysteries hold interest. However, Lorna, Helen, and Zach are nearly as colorless as the ghosts they seek justice for; the only true character insight is that Helen is a social climber (which apparently differs from being a gold digger in her mind!) and she's not even the lead. The paranormal aspects are varied, and I'd still like to see what "Ghostly Games" book 3 will offer.
I like the originality of a trio of temporary employees of grand estates; it's a great device for allowing locale changes and diversity of victims as well as means, motive, and opportunity. The writing is solid and the mysteries hold interest. However, Lorna, Helen, and Zach are nearly as colorless as the ghosts they seek justice for; the only true character insight is that Helen is a social climber (which apparently differs from being a gold digger in her mind!) and she's not even the lead. The paranormal aspects are varied, and I'd still like to see what "Ghostly Games" book 3 will offer.
December 28, 2017
Ghostly Secrets is the second book in the Lorna Shadow Cozy Ghost Mystery series. Lorna is back and has another mystery to solve. A ghost believes his death was not an accident. When danger comes to his widow, Lorna must rush to save her and figure out what really happened. This was another great story in this series, and I definitely recommend it.
August 31, 2017
Fast, fun read
I really like this series, it has a creative idea, and each book has new secondary characters and a new, paranormal plot. Very good character building and intriguing plotting. Thank you Ms O'Connor for another good read!
I really like this series, it has a creative idea, and each book has new secondary characters and a new, paranormal plot. Very good character building and intriguing plotting. Thank you Ms O'Connor for another good read!
October 26, 2017
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A 5 for a five star writer, as usual another brilliant storyline with great characters, I just love Lorna and Helen and of course Flipper. I have already got my mum into these books and she loves them.
A 5 for a five star writer, as usual another brilliant storyline with great characters, I just love Lorna and Helen and of course Flipper. I have already got my mum into these books and she loves them.
June 22, 2018
How many deaths to spot the killer
Terrific! Another new job and once again the girls are faced with a ghost. Was he murdered as he claims? It is only with another attempted murder that the girls start to put the pieces together. Will they solve it before it's too late. Great cozy mystery.
Terrific! Another new job and once again the girls are faced with a ghost. Was he murdered as he claims? It is only with another attempted murder that the girls start to put the pieces together. Will they solve it before it's too late. Great cozy mystery.
September 28, 2019
Enjoyed
I enjoy reading about Lorna and her ghost sensing dog Flipper. It seems as if every time they start a new job there is sure to be a ghost who needs help. You will enjoy these mysteries if you like the paranormal books.
I enjoy reading about Lorna and her ghost sensing dog Flipper. It seems as if every time they start a new job there is sure to be a ghost who needs help. You will enjoy these mysteries if you like the paranormal books.
February 10, 2020
Loved it!
Lorna and Helen have new jobs, and hope there are no ghosts to mess it up. But, if course, the recently deceased husband of their employer shows up to let them know his death was no accident! Great read, with lots of action and wonderful characters.
Lorna and Helen have new jobs, and hope there are no ghosts to mess it up. But, if course, the recently deceased husband of their employer shows up to let them know his death was no accident! Great read, with lots of action and wonderful characters.
July 25, 2017
A enjoyable read with characters that you want to find out more about. New to cosy mysteries and for a fun, easy read they are great :)
April 11, 2018
Again a good read. I like the characters, and love the dogs. Short cozy mystery, readable in a few hours. enjoyed it very much.
November 13, 2018
Enjoying each of these books and looking forward to more.
October 7, 2019
Fun and Entertaining
If your looking for a light mystery to read, this is a good choice. Vibrant characters and a plot that holds your attention from the first page to the last.
If your looking for a light mystery to read, this is a good choice. Vibrant characters and a plot that holds your attention from the first page to the last.
October 12, 2019
Good
if you love ghost stories as much as I do,. I think you should read. t his book. . I'm going on to the second.
if you love ghost stories as much as I do,. I think you should read. t his book. . I'm going on to the second.
April 2, 2020
Ghostly secrets
A most enjoyable mystery. Charming characters, lots of twists, humor, excitement and mystery. The ideal book to relax and escape from the everyday pressures.
A most enjoyable mystery. Charming characters, lots of twists, humor, excitement and mystery. The ideal book to relax and escape from the everyday pressures.
May 3, 2024
Good book. I hope Juliette and Ben are happy but what happen to Fleur.
August 15, 2024
loved it!
What a great read. This was truly a mystery as to the killer. The ghost was clueless when in life and had no idea.
What a great read. This was truly a mystery as to the killer. The ghost was clueless when in life and had no idea.
January 29, 2023
I enjoyed this book. It is fun and interesting. I like the characters. The mystery has many twists and turns to keep you guessing.
March 10, 2017
I enjoy the cozy mysteries and this one was most enjoyable. Lorna sees ghosts and she and her friend Helen and the dog Flipper and Lorna's boyfriend Zach and his dog Jessie have a new job at an estate. When they arrive, Lorna gets some vibes that tell her there is a ghost around. It is the ghost of the previous owner who died in a riding accident or so it was said. He was murdered and wants Lorna to find out who murdered him. After some twists and turns, Lorna finds out who murdered Archie and now his widow and her new husband can get on with their lives and be happy together.
I was given an Advanced copy of this book and am freely and voluntarily writing this review.
I was given an Advanced copy of this book and am freely and voluntarily writing this review.
December 31, 2024
i kinda love this series as kinda a filler book between others- so funny, i love them running around after ghosts and the dog is amazing- nothing special, just fun and funky
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February 8, 2018Having a desperate headcold and unable to engage beyond third grade reading, I finished this book. The premise is silly and none if the characters have any depth or reality; the most interesting ones are the dogs. A beach or sickbed read, at most.
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