The Ghost of a Memory

Haunting Danielle #25

by Bobbi Holmes, Anna J. McIntyre

Past and present collide when a secret from the 1920s wreaks havoc on Marlow House.

Walt struggles to remember what he may have forgotten before it’s too late.

Genres: Cozy Mystery, Paranormal, Mystery, Audiobook, Ghosts, Fiction, Fantasy

504 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 18, 2020

Reviews

[Cheryl Flores · Rating 1 out of 5]

I have read every book in this series and I feel the author(s) are coming right off the rails and into the weeds. The last couple of books have me thinking about making an excel spreadsheet so I can track the endless names and myriad of generations. It is boring!! I miss the earlier books where we could concentrate on the characters (meeting Walt), the story line with Lily, etc. There is a disconnect with the present characters and I miss them. I think this is the end of the line for me. This will be my Ghost of a Memory.

[Crystal FloridaGrams Of3 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love it.
Hoping for a pregnancy announcement in the next coming books 📚

[Mrs V · Rating 3 out of 5]

A VERY TEDIOUS READ.

I've read all of the series so far and enjoyed them even though the storyline is the same throughout with little additions BUT this is one book too many!

The plot evolves around some pointless characters that have never made a previous appearance, it was hard to follow at times though the denouement does make it all clear.

I got to the stage that I was hoping the main characters wouldn't survive!

Then it transpired that we now have to expect a baby (not unsurprisingly); this may save the series but I'm not sure I'm bothered anymore.

Yawn.......zzzzzzz

[Evelyn Huey · Rating 2 out of 5]

I've read all the books and this one was a big disappointment. I like the books better when Walt was a ghost. I had trouble finishing it and it will probably be my last one. Hope I can find another author who will write a "ghost" story like she did in the beginning

[Lizelle Hards · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read every book in the haunting Danielle series and enjoyed every one of them. This one however had me so confused with the characters that I completely lost track of who is who. Too many Bo's and Earl's introduced to quickly. Hopefully book 28 will be back to the normal style

[Stacey Wright Aumock · Rating 2 out of 5]

Eh. I miss the old books that concentrated on the main characters’ love instead of introducing a zillion new people.

[Ash Mustard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Had me at the edge of my seat wondering who what and why the entire time!

[Bobbi · Rating 4 out of 5]

A lot more of Danielle and Walt, which makes the book much more enjoyable. Good cozy mystery too.

[~Bellegirl91~ · Rating 5 out of 5]

This one was a Rollercoaster and all sorts of crazy and yet so interesting all at once. And all I can say now after the way this one ended gave me all the feels ans excitement for the future for Danielle and Walt 😉 if you've read this one, you'll know exactly what I'm talking about and I'm super excited for their now future!! 😍

[Elaine C. · Rating 5 out of 5]

A secret from Walt's past is causing problems for the present. Can he remember what it is before it's too late?

[Theresa · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 Stars:)

[Maureen · Rating 3 out of 5]

This will be the last of this series for me...too many what if’s,when’s, who done its...

[ShanaLee VanRhyn · Rating 2 out of 5]

Could not keep up with what was happening.

[Connie Beggs · Rating 3 out of 5]

Was not my favorite of the series! I have loved this series but it feels like she is running out of things to write and stories are getting harder to follow.

[Jules Poet · Rating 5 out of 5]

Author: Bobbi Holmes aka Anna J. McIntyre
Narrator: Romy Nordlinger

This is book #25 in the series and it’s the first I’ve given a 5 star rating to in the series. The writing and narration were both superb!

I love these books the way I love binge watching certain tv shows. The main secondary characters are sometimes a big part and sometimes stay in the background. But, the two main people (Walt & Danielle) are always front and center.

I don’t consider this one a cozy mystery - it is more of just a mystery book and parts are chilling.

Danielle: A medium that can see & communicate with ghosts. She is a cheerful woman with a heart of gold and a penchant for putting her nose into dangerous life-threatening situations. She’s part detective, part therapist, part law breaker, and part caretaker.

Walt: Her ghost turned real husband who is full of quirky but loveable traits.

Other mediums: Chris, Heather, Evan
Chris: A gorgeous billionaire philanthropist, part crime solver, part do-gooder
Heather: A newly minted medium with wit and the ability to come up with ways to save everyone
Evan: The police chief’s youngest son

Ghosts: Marie and Eva are the main 2 ghosts. Secondary ghosts: Dolly, Wilbur, Beau, Earl

Danielle’s best friend is Lily. Lily is married to a writer named Ian, and they have a child together named Connor

Cops: Police Chief Edward Macdonald, Sgt. Joe Morelli (dating Ian’s sister Kelly), and officer Brian Henderson
Nosy Neighbor: Pearl Huckabee
Waitress at Lucy’s diner: Carla (part gossip, part crime solver)
Good friend: Adam Nichol’s (Marie’s grandson) and his girlfriend Melanie (Danielle’s cousin)

[Eliza · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow! Danielle in danger again and this time we almost lose Walt.
Beau Stewart wants to run for senate and keep his fortune. His family fortune is based on property his great grandfather stole from Wilber Porter. Then he and his son, Ambrose, killed Wilbur. They were actually serial killers, killing their wives, a brother, a future daughter in law and a husband to name but a few.
Beau Stewart finally buys the property from Edgar Barr, his uncle, and he and his son Brad go about clearing up all the old skeletons.
The basis for all the panic stemmed from Walt's novel, Moon Runners. Beau thought that the current Walt had a diary from the former Walt that contained info on the murder of Charlene, the half black, finance of Beau Jr.
Ghosts abound in this novel as all the ghosts of the skeletons were still on the property not realizing they were dead. Danielle fixed that after they barely averted death.

[Linda · Rating 5 out of 5]

There are no complaints from me about this book! I loved it like I love them all. Having just finished reading the previous book, where a film crew was planning on making Walt's book into a movie, this one followed right along in a natural way. The mystery once again involves Walt's book. Walt insists that his book is fiction but the events actually happened in his first life. Since no one alive could possibly know what happened, several different factions decide that Walt Marlowe, the first, must have left a diary that Walt Marlowe, the second, used to write his book. For various reasons the two factions each search for the non-existent diary. One group will stop at nothing to get it! The story was great. The mystery right-on. All ends tied up neatly.

I can't wait to read the next book- although I will be running out of them soon.

[Leslie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Danielle and Walt were able to take a vacation, but, as usual, there was trouble waiting for them at home. Someone broke into their house looking for Walt's diary that they think he used to write his book; however, Walt didn't keep a diary. At about the same time another random ghost showed up on the beach. His cowering in the nursery closet because he thinks Lily is a witch with a demon called Alexa, that turns on and off the lights and plays lullabies, is funny, esp. when Marie shows up and he thinks she's Alexa. The usual gang of friends is in this 25th book of the series, which continues to be fast entertaining cozy mystery reading.

[Cheri Schaefer · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a phenomenal ghostly mystery!

This is a page turner times a million! Never start
a Haunting Danielle ghostly mystery before
bedtime! I've become so addicted to this series
and its characters! I'm really happy Max, the cat,
had a bigger role in the story line!! The story line
I'm this mystery was fantastic! Loved all the
twists and turns! Of course, I love all the ghostly
characters! This is a fabulous, entertaining, and
enjoyable series. Just don't start it before
bedtime!!😁😁😁😁

[Abby · Rating 5 out of 5]

With as many books as there are, the stories don't get old and the characters are just as memorable as ever. Two things I wish for: 1. Betty White's family receives the money that Beau's ancestors should have paid Wilbur. 2. That they are kinder to Pearl. Giving her food at Christmas shouldn't be a one-time event. Although it was Nicholas Bari's doing. I can see why they can invite her to their gatherings where they are discussing paranormal events, but there are other ways of being a good neighbor.

[Emily Stafford · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great series

New form of family tradition. Each generation at least one family member kills another family member or their girl friend/spouse...mostly on the male side. It may take years but the book store owner as Wilber's last living relative should have the rights to the land he never officially sold. Glad Charlebe's relatives finally found out what happened to her and found closure.

[Dominique G. Riddick · Rating 5 out of 5]

Deadly memories

This was a great read and seriously dangerous one for Walt & Danielle. If there are serious sick killers around, they always find their way to Marlow house. I couldn't put it down, lost sleep..lol. I highly recommend this book and series. I purchased the Audible book with the the Kindle addition, which allowed me to drive out of town and not stop the book. Excellent narration.

[Irene O'Brien · Rating 5 out of 5]

Keeping it in the familt

This book is brilliant. A long held family secret leads to Walt and Danielle being injured. What is the connection between Walt previous life and the sauce senator buying old family property outside of Fredrickport?
The people around them attempt to find out, but will they arrive in time?
A must read for lovers of the supernatural world.

[Tanya · Rating 2 out of 5]

This one just wasn't for me. It should have been. A medium who is married to a ghost(?). This should have been a slam dunk but I really didn't like this one. So much so that I removed any books by this author from my library wish lists. I only finished it because it was a short audio when listened at 2x speed. LOL

[Patricia Valentine · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love this series, I love the character growth, and I hate the continued villain. Why can't there just be a new ghost without someone having to kill someone simply for wealth or greed. At this point, that plot is a little played out. I'm still going to finish this series, but I can see it coming to an end.

[Cathy Curtis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic I love this series

I could not put the book down once I started reading. Before I start reading I make sure I have blocked out time in my schedule. Now I have to wait for the next book which I have already pre ordered.

[Linda Thomas]

Another page turner

As always the Haunting Danielle series is a page turned waiting for more. Every book is like catching up with a good friend or family member. You want to hear more. Absolutely one of my favorite authors of all time.

[Nadine · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG.....I was up till 2am wanting to finish the book. Which I did!!! This was great.....lots of but who’s and why’s. I absolutely love the writing.....💜 Now I have to wait for the next book to come out. Happy Reading :)

[Rhonda Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Ending

The first half of the book was a little slow paced, but it was well worth it because the last half of the book started to pick up. Then, wham! Could not put it down. What a mystery! Very different.

[Sue Ross · Rating 5 out of 5]

Super read

Yet again this series has held me spell bound until the end. I love love love this series. The stories pull you in, and won't let you go until you breathlessly finish the book. I can't wait for the next one to come out.