The Ghost You Can't See

by L.G. Nixon

Lucy is experiencing a new level of spirit hauntings designed to bring her to a halt. Deceptive and nefarious beings are playing mind games, and she begins to doubt the love of her friends and family. She must learn to see beyond the obvious and discern the hidden truth. When she accidentally breaks a valuable antique, she discovers an ancient plot to overthrow the High King and destroy the beautiful city of Ascalon. The dark prince, Darnathian, is getting closer to finding the location of the Life tree and Lucy may not be able to stop him.

320 pages, Paperback

Published September 1, 2022

About the author

LG Nixon fuses a page-turning fantasy with a haunting theme and turns it into a spirit filled adventure with quirky and likeable characters the whole family can enjoy. Her stories are lighthearted but carry an underlying message of the importance of a Biblical worldview.

As a child and young teen, LG continuously wrote stories in her spare time, but during the college classes she took in journalism and writing, LG soon discovered a latent talent for writing. After a long career in office management, she left the workplace behind, and turned to writing.

After growing up in a creaky old house with a grandmother who told stories of ghostly visitors, LG naturally gravitated toward the mysterious. Today, she enjoys writing stories filled with mystery, suspense, and other worldly wisdom. She researches and writes full-time from her home in Michigan where she prowls the night looking for ghosts and spirits, and has a haunting good time doing it.

She is always in search of the perfect cup of coffee, the softest afghan, a good book and a quiet corner. She also loves to ski, ride motorcycles, travel, and fly small planes.

Reviews

[Debbie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is the third book of the series and it is my least favorite of the three. I think there is another book coming. I recommend reading the book in order. Readers of fantasy would enjoy these books.
I received a complimentary copy from the author and Celebrate Lit. and these opinions are my own.

[Deana Dick · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book is very imaginative and takes us inside a place where ghosts, demons and danger lurks. I could already feel my skin crawl as Lucy encounters something that not only tries to deceive her mind but destroy something important. It was interesting to read that Lucy was protected by the High King while in the house. What happens if she goes beyond the boundary of the house? The mention of Lucy always wearing her armor reminds me of the Armor of God that we need to put on each day to protect us.

Lucy has to adjust to living and help running the B&B with her mother. Does her mother know that Lucy has a big secret? The word vanquishing is used throughout the story which bothered me. It reminds me of something that makes me feel very uncomfortable. Then as I started to read more I got the reference the author was taking about. In the story the High King separates the fallen angels forever. Now I was starting to catch on to the story.

Lucy and her friend are determined to fight against evil and know that The Dark Prince loves confusion and chaos. He lies and tries to divide people but with Lucy she knows that there is something stronger that can defeat the enemy. Lucy is very concerned about Mathias and wants to help him before he skips into darkness. Lucy learns many lessons in the story and we can see her faith grow as she fights to keep the evil whispers from destroying her. It is a fight to the end with fantasy, danger and lessons that show us to always have our armor on and trust that He is always with us.

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.

[Sam · Rating 4 out of 5]

A classic tale of good triumphs over evil. It's an interesting tale of teens coming together to protect good in the world, fighting fallen angel or spirits, not ghosts in the normal sense of what most ghost stories describe. While this is part of series, it has a complete story within it (which I personally like for books in series to have a beginning, a middle, and an end within in each book instead of just dropping off in the middle so you have to buy the next book if you want to know what happens) and hints at the next tale to come. It is a little split in personality when it comes to the voice, since they are supposed to be teens, there are parts that definitely sound like and talk like teens would, but then at points it turns much more formal, with more elaborate words that teens would probably never use. It has cute parts, funny/snarky parts, and an adventure involved, so it is good that way. I did find Lucy a little frustrating at times when someone tells her don't do that it would be bad, and then literally like 5 seconds later she goes ahead and does it. Maybe it just me, but I am like why girl (palm to face- really?!) Other than that, the characters definitely had personality. One thing with the demon vanquishing was a little anti-climatic when they "popped", but again, maybe that's just me. Though, brownie points for the creepy and hebby-jebby factor when describing them, repulsed me (which in this case is a good thing). So the only question is, in the end will good reign over evil and will everyone make it.

[Joan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nixon always provides the young readers of her entertaining fiction with important life lessons. This novel centers on making good choices as well as the battle involved when a new believer is brought to faith.

Lucy appears to be naive in the first part of this novel, believing what her eyes are telling her rather than what she knows to be true. She makes some rash choices but ultimately comes to learn the hard lessons of knowing the truth and protecting her thoughts. She learns how the evil one tempts with deceiving whispers. She finds out the importance of walking by faith and not by sight.

I like the allusions to the Garden of Eden and the protected Tree of Life. I like the allusion to the fall of the evil one as recorded in Isaiah and the information about his previous role and his work now. There is good theology woven into this story and parents might want to read it along with their children so the theological ideas can be discussed.

I like how Nixon combines fantasy and spiritual truth with adventure to make an engaging and informative story for young readers. Lucy receives troubling news about the evil one at the end of this novel so we know there must be another adventure waiting for us. I'll be looking for it.

I received a complimentary digital copy of this book through Celebrate Lit. My comments are an independent and honest review.

[Connie Hill · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Ghost You Can’t See is the third book in the Issachar Gatekeeper series that is written by L.G. Nixon. This is the first book that I have read by this author. This is not my normal go to genre, but the book is enjoyable. The author writes her story with so much description that you will feel like you are there. This is geared toward readers 12 - 17 years old. I read this book with my 11 year old son.

Readers will enjoy this book because there is danger, ghosts and demons around every corner. Lucy is now running a bed and breakfast with her mom. She has to adjust to living and working with her. She is a ghost hunter, but is now experiencing thing that has stopped her in her tracks. The Dark Prince is constantly telling lies and dividing everyone. Lucy and her friends want to defeat this darkness - but can they figure out how to do it?

The author writes her story with the reminder of God's grace. She uses the tree of life as a symbolization in this story. My son and I had some great discussions after finishing this book. He loves fantasy/sci fi books.

Thank you to the author, publisher and Celebrate Lit for allowing me to read a copy of this book - all thoughts are my own.

[Erin · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the third book in a series. I have not read either of the other two books in this series. I did feel very lost from this story as it begins. It took me quite some time to get into it as well. I’m not normally a super fan of this genre anyway.

I do love the good versus evil storyline within the book. This book is written for young adults. I’d say probably teens and up though that will highly be determined by how mature your child is. I do recommend you read the book yourself before having your child read it. Let me know what you think of it!

I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received through Celebrate Lit. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC regulations.

[J.E. Grace · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 3 of The Issachar Gatekeeper is a page-turner of hauntings, deception, and treachery. The Defenders take on another partner in the group, and they find themselves closer to Darnathian. But, not without extreme danger to all of them. Iam reprimands them.

The new characters added to this book are relevant and add another intriguing aspect to the story. Especially, Mathias. The Defenders must fight with their full armor and harder than they ever have. They also make a new friend. There are some surprises within the story that had me wondering what would happen next. A big surprise at the end, which you won't see coming. So exciting. I look forward to the next book in the series.

Although this is a YA story, as an adult, I must say that I enjoyed it too. Highly recommended.

I received a complimentary copy from the author; a positive review is not required. All opinions are my own.

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Ghost You Can't See is the third installment from L G Nixon’s The Issachar Gatekeeper series. Since this is the first book I have read by this author and part of a series, I believe it can be read as a stand alone. I thought it was a good, entertaining read. I enjoyed taking this journey with Lucy that had some twists, mystery and suspense. I really liked it.

The Ghost You Can't See will be getting four and a half stars. Fans and readers of clean young adult fantasy between the ages of eleven and fifteen will want to pick this one up and give it a read. I would love to read the other books from The Issachar Gatekeeper series to see what had happened previously.

I received a copy of The Ghost You Can't See from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.

[Patti Pierce · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Ghost You Can’t See by L.G. Nixon tells the story of Lucy, a ghost hunter. This Young Adult novel illustrates the battle between good and evil and recognizing the truth.

Surrounded by evil creatures that want to put a stop to their work, Lucy must discover the truth that her family and friends love and care about her. At the beginning of the book, Lucy accepts things as they appear on the surface. But in the later half of the book, she recognizes the truth of putting on the Armor of God to protect our minds and our bodies.

So if you enjoy works of Christian fantasy, check out this book for yourself.

I received a complimentary copy of this book, but this in no way influenced my review. All opinions are my own.

[Ashley Dawn · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an interesting read. I wasn’t sure how it was going to go but I truly enjoyed the story. There was a lot on good and evil. I really liked Lucy and really the story itself.

Walking by faith and not by sight was a big thing for me when I read about it. How often do we believe what we see instead of what we know to be true? The author nailed it with that for me. The story was well done and I really enjoyed it.

4/5

Thank you to the author/publisher for the review copy of this book via Celebrate Lit. I redirected this book in exchange for an honest review and the opinions stated above are 100% mine.

[Carol Keen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVED this story! Lucy is a ghost hunter, but what happens when she winds up in real life spiritual warfare? I really wanted this book to keep going. I loved the way the author worked things in and how much scriptural connotation was embedded into the story. Things in this realm are typically not what they seem, and Lucy is learning that. I enjoyed the allegorical content too, and I'm thrilled to find another good author who writes in this genre.

Thank you so m much to Celebrate Lit for my digital copy of this book. This review is my own and a positive review is never required.

[Denise Barela · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love fantasy, so when I read what the book was about and saw it also included something that seemed like ghosts, I was sold! This is book three, so I highly recommend reading books one and two or you might get lost reading this one. The author does a brilliant job of creating tension between characters in the book, some interactions even make you shudder! If you have a fantasy lover in your family, this series is perfect for them!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Celebrate Lit, this in no way influenced my review. All opinions are my own.

[Heidi · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a great way to showcase spiritual warfare going on all around us. This is a great follow up to The Ghost of Darwin Street and The Ghost Writer. I love how it really puts a focus on prayer and how it is our not so secret weapon against the enemy. This is a fantasy adventure with some roots in Scripture that will keep middle graders on through adults entertained. It is also a great conversation starter. There are important life lessons including those that are faith based, yet the author keeps the reader engaged and entertained. Terrific book and really a great series!

[Cover Lover Book Review · Rating 4 out of 5]

I don’t read a lot of YA or Fantasy, but The Ghost You Can’t See is so intriguing and thoughtfully presented. I enjoyed the tension and appreciated the spiritual themes. If you haven’t read the previous books in the series I don't think you'll feel lost with this one.

The author wastes no time getting the action going and the reader immersed. Lucy is an interesting character, and her growth is evident. I enjoy stories that involve a B&B setting, perhaps because I’ve always thought running one would be fun (though this one is unique.)

There are so many interesting elements to discover as you read. Ultimately, this good versus evil tale reveals life lessons that seep into your thoughts long after you finish reading it.

First Line: Lucy grimaced as the enormous grandfather clock tilted precariously, slid to one side, and nearly flipped the wheeled hand truck it balanced on.
Series: The Issachar Gatekeeper book 3
Genre: Christian Fantasy, YA Mystery
Author: L. G. Nixon
Page Count: 320
Reading Age: 12-17

#CoverLoverBookReview received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions are 100% mine.