Audiobook Review: Garters, Ghosts and Wedding Toasts by Angie Fox

Author: Angie Fox

Narrator: Hollie Jackson
Title: Garters, Ghosts and Wedding Toasts

Series: Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries #15

Genre: Paranormal, Mystery, Cozy mystery
Format: Audiobook
Published:  February 27, 2026
Where I Got It: My shelf (Audible)

Summary: 

When Verity Long agrees to be her sister’s maid of honor, she expects wedding cake and champagne—not a dead hostess, a cursed honeymoon suite, and a ghostly bride reliving her tragic final moments. With a killer on the loose, a ballroom full of restless spirits, and Frankie stirring up trouble with a rogue ghost hunter, Verity must race to uncover the truth before Melody’s dream wedding becomes her worst nightmare.

Review:

Yayy book 15! Been waiting so long for this one (*cough* not that long *cough*)

Note......read the other books before this one. Lots of references, etc. 

The time has come for Verity's sister to get married! Verity hopes it will be a calm and beautiful wedding weekend filled with cake and champagne. But alas, that will not be the case.....the honeymoon suite is cursed, there is a ghostly bride reliving her tragic moments, a killer is on the loose, Frankie is causing trouble, and secrets everywhere. It will be up to Verity and team to find the truth and stop Melody's man from being the next victim. 

Always a blast. I simply love Verity and her crew. 

Loved the mysteries. So many red herrings and so many people (and ghosts) with motives. Who knows! I had zero idea until close to the end.

I'm still a little on the fence about our new narrator. This is her second one, and I am still feeling pouty about it. I loved our old voice, but this one is doing okay. Maybe the next book I'll finally settle in with her voice. Sighs. 

But yes, so much fun. Great characters. A fun local change. Wedding. Love. Ghosts. What more can you ask for?

Stamping this with 4 stars. 

Reading Challenges

- Audiobook #8

Book Review: The Dangerous Book for Demon Slayers by Angie Fox

Author: Angie Fox

Title: The Dangerous Book for Demon Slayers

Series: Demon Slayer #2

Genre: Fantasy, Paranormal Romance, UF

Format: ebook

Pages: 294

Published: April 28, 2009

Where I got It: My shelf (Amazon)

Summary: 

Demon slaying powers should come with an instruction book ... Seriously. Why does a new hair dryer have a twelve-page how-to manual, but when it comes to ancient demon-fighting hocus-pocus, my biker witch granny gives me just half a dozen switch stars and a rah-rah speech? Oh, and a talking terrier, but that's another story. It's not like my job as a preschool teacher prepared me for this kind of thing.

So I've decided to write my own manual, The Dangerous Book for Demon Slayers, because no one tells me anything. Dimitri my "protector" may be one stud of a shape-shifting griffin, but he always thinks he can handle everything by himself. Only he's no match for the soul-stealing succubi taking over Las Vegas. If I can't figure out how to save him—and Sin City—there'll be hell to pay.

Review:

Yayyy for the TBR challenge making me dig through the archives of books I've meant to read but just forgot. This is a slight stretch to the prompt for this month, but it works ;)

We are back with Lizzy. She wanted a nice quiet life as a preschool teacher, but she has demon slaying powers that she needs to learn how to use. This should've come with an instruction book...maybe she'll just write it herself. While still training and learning, another task pops up. Soul-stealing succubi are taking over Las Vegas. With her friends, she will have to save Sin City and her uncle AND her protector, Dimitri. 

I really should've done a quick read of book 1. It has been SO long since I read it. I don't really remember a lot. The book did fine as a standalone I guess, but (if I remember right) there is a lot from book 1 that is important to know. 

Awwwwww that puppers of hers! I forgot how adorable he was. 

Her granny made me chuckle. 

Lizzy was sweet. 

Love our gang of biker witches. So fresh! So cool!

I wanted more of Dimitri because I barely remember him. 

But yes, this was okay. I'm glad I finally got to read this. However, I really should've done at least a quick scan read of book 1 to refresh my memory of these characters and what happened. 

I think I would've appreciated this more if I remembered more. I was confused a lot. 

3 stars from me. 

Favorite Character(s): Pirate!!!! Lizzy is lovely

Least Favorite Character(s): The uncle

 Challenge(s):

- TBR #9 (Friend squad)

Audiobook Review: Secrets, Lies, and Fireflies by Angie Fox

Author: Angie Fox

Narrator: Hollie Jackson

Title: Secrets, Lies, and Fireflies

Series: Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries #14

Genre: Paranormal, Cozy Mystery

Format: Audiobook 

Published: August 5, 2025

Where I Got It: My shelf (Audible)

Summary: 

Verity’s grandmother returns to help Verity and Frankie solve a mystery that reveals a shocking family secret, as well as the heartwarming history of Verity’s home. This is one family reunion you don’t want to miss!

Review:

I love, love, love this series. I'm sad I'm all caught up and now have to wait for the next one???? WHAT!?!?!?! EEE. 

We are back with Verity and the gang. Things have found a nice calmness. However, things are about to be shook up when a fire breaks out at the library and Verity's grandmother's ghost returns. She is back to help Verity and Frankie with this mystery that is tied to a family secret. 

First off..........where did my beloved narrator go?! She IS Verity and all the other characters. I am so bummed she did not read this one. I should look it up and see why we has to switch. Don't get me wrong.......I did warm up to this narrator but it just wasn't the same. 

Besides my world being tilted because of the change of the narrator.......I enjoyed this one a lot. Verity will be face-to-face with her grandma who she loved so much. However, she has been scared that she disappointed her since the family house had to be stripped away when Verity had zero money years and years ago. Some things have been replaced but she has had a lot of guilt on her shoulders losing some of her grandma's things. I loved that Verity got this chance to finally get a chance to talk to her grandma and let go of this guilt.

I also loved watching Verity grow more. There were times she was acting so selfish in this book, but I get it. If my grandma came back from the light....I wouldn't want her to go back either. However, grandma staying wasn't going to help anyone. 

Frankie!!! I love him. My heart broke when he was all, "This is the only home I've ever had!" OMG. Some nice growth and emotional break throughs for this boy. 

And Lucy. They true MVP!!!!!

I love them all!!!!

Ooo and the mystery was so good. I don't want to spoil anything! 

All-in-all, I enjoyed this one and the series is still as good as book 1. Some ups and some less ups (hehe), but all good overall. I can't wait for the next book! I hope and pray our old narrator comes back, but this new one did okay overall. 4 stars from me. 

Favorite Character(s): Lucy!!! And I do love Ellis a lot

Least Favorite Character(s): Our baddie and that lawyer fella!

 Challenge(s):

- Audiobook #40

- Cloak & Dagger #25

Audiobook Review: Dread and Buried by Angie Fox

Author: Angie Fox

Narrator: Tavia Gilbert

Title: Dread and Buried

Series: Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries #12

Genre: Paranormal, Cozy Mystery, Fantasy, Romance, Mystery

Format: Audiobook

Published:  April 18, 2023

Where I got It: My shelf (Audible) 

Summary: 

Dead men tell no tales.

Until they meet ghost hunter Verity Long.

Verity Long is proud to say she gets along with just about anybody—dead or alive. But she’s put to the test when her well-meaning boyfriend and her sweet-as-pie sister con her into a remote island “double date” weekend with her sister’s new flame and Verity’s long-time nemesis, Alec Duranja.

Her plans to avoid the uptight police officer go up in smoke when the four of them team up for a weekend treasure hunt competition based on the island’s legendary pirate past. And it doesn’t take long for Verity and her team to discover more than game clues. Someone is using the game to dig up real pirate gold...and they’re willing to kill to keep it.

There’s no escaping the island or the game. And when the killer targets someone Verity loves, she realizes she’s the only one who can uncover the truth behind the legend. She must stay one step ahead of the dangers of the island and two steps ahead of Frankie’s new ghostly pirate buddies—all in a race against time to solve a centuries-old puzzle and take down a real live killer before he strikes again.

Review:

This series has my heart. I only have a couple left after this one before I am all caught up. I certainly hope we get more! Well...maybe...I have a couple more so maybe it will wrap up nicely?

Okay so we continue with our gang Verity and Frankie. Verity has dealt with her sister's new flame...Alec Duranja....but now she is conned to a double date holiday where HE will be. Verity and Alec have been at odds since their first meeting, so her goal is to avoid him as much as possible, but now they are involved in a treasure hunt competition based on the island's pirate past. There is no escaping so they will have to play nice. However, there is a contestant who is using the game to find the real pirate gold and they are willing to hurt someone....or worse....kill for it. The four will need to work together to get out alive and maybe win some big cash. 

I loved the shake up on setting for this one. It was nice getting away from Sugarland and reading about a nice warm island. *sighs in sad-Michigander-trying-to-ignore-the-cold-weather* I also have a soft spot for pirates so I was giddy that Verity gets to chat with some long-dead pirates!! When I was a youth I LOVED pirates so I can't help but feel nostalgic. 

This was fun. The mystery was entertaining. At first it just seems like it would be a harmless treasure hunt, but things get dicey when "accidents" keep happening. There are a few contestants who seem to be itching for that gold. 

Bless Frankie. Love him so much. Sadly we didn't see TOO much of him in this one, but he did have another character growth. I'm so proud of him. 

Loved Pearl LOL. 

What I liked most with this book is that it Verity and Alec are forced to interact and maybe, just maybe become friends. We'll see what happens in the next book. 

The narrator is perfection as always. The pirate voices all sounded similar but still a good job there. 

5 stars from me. Read this series. It is a gem. But you need to read book 1.  

 

- Favorite Character(s): Pearl!!!!!!!

- Least Favorite Character(s): The twins

 Challenge(s):

- Audiobook #14

- Cloak & Dagger #7

Audiobook Review: Give Up the Ghost by Angie Fox

Author: Angie Fox

Narrator: Tavia Gilbert

Title: Give Up the Ghost

Series: Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries #11

Genre: Cozy Mystery, Paranormal, Fantasy, Romance

Format: Audiobook

Published: May 31, 2022

Where I got It: My shelf (Audible) 

Summary: 

Some secrets should stay buried.

Ghost hunter Verity Long is no stranger to scandal. In fact, it seems to follow her around like her pet skunk, Lucy. But Verity is as shocked as anybody when a town relic discovered in a time capsule unleashes a torrent of secrets that lead to murder.

Trouble is, the only residents in Sugarland who know the truth behind the scandal also happen to be very dead themselves. With a killer on the loose and a town in crisis, Verity braves a side of Sugarland she's never seen before. From a booby-trapped haunted mansion to a run-in with the spirit of Sugarland's most notorious blackmailer who may hold the key to setting mob ghost Frankie free...for a price.

But when a live killer gets an inside track on Verity's investigation, will she live long enough to give up the ghost?

Review:

Slowly catching up with this series! I think I only have a little bit more and then I will be at the most recent release! Weeeeee!

We're back at it with Verity, Frankie, and Lucy the skunk. We continue right where we left off from the last book. It is Homecoming and they are opening the time capsule. What should be fun turns into revealing the burn book of one of the biggest gossips and blackmailers the town ever seen. When this book is revealed someone will do whatever it takes to keep their secret untold even if that means murdering and stealing the book. With a killer on the loose and a book of secrets in bad hands...the town is in crisis. Verity and her gang will have to brave a side of Sugarland they have never seen before. 

I loved that this time capsule has been nothing but trouble. First there was a body hidden in there in the last book and now a book full of townie's secrets from years previous. Ooooo. I loved seeing the darkside of this town. Everyone has secrets! But enough to murder for? Mmmm. 

My favorite part of the book? Virginia, Verity's monster-in-law, has not only made Verity's life a nightmare, but so many others. We get to see karma FINALLY catch up to her. I won't spoil and say what, but karma certainly has found her. Bless Ellis and Verity for wanting to help Virginia....they are better people than I am. 

Gotta love all these characters. Frankie the ghost. Lucy the skunk. Ellis the smoking hot cop. Verity our heroine. Love them so much. Don't tell Frankie this....but I hope he never gets freed from Verity's property LOL. 

Can I just say.....I'm def in love with that fact that Verity's sister is dating Alec. It's beautiful and hilarious. Verity and Alec hate each other SOOOO MUCH, but I love seeing him be so soft and loving to her adorable sister.

The mystery was a little flat for me on this one. I think we had only two serious suspects. One you just KNOW couldn't have done it. The other one? I didn't want it to be them. I wish we had some sort of twist but sadly no. 

The narrator was fantastic as per normal. Her voices are great. 

All-in-all, the mystery fell a little flat with me, but I still really enjoyed the story! I love these characters and I love this town (even though some of them are bananas). I'll give this 4 stars. 

ONE WORD SUMMARY: Quirky 

Challenge(s):

- Audiobook #47

- Cloak & Dagger #21

Audiobook Review: The Haunted Homecoming by Angie Fox

Author: Angie Fox

Narrator: Tavia Gilbert

Title: The Haunted Homecoming

Series: Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries #10

Genre: Paranormal, Mystery, Romance, Cozy Mystery

Format: Audiobook

Published: August 17, 2021

Where I got It: My shelf (Audible)

Summary: 

Apple cider, bonfires, football, and—ghosts.

It’s homecoming weekend in Sugarland, Tennessee and ghost hunter Verity Long is tickled to see so many souls—living and dead—back in town to celebrate. But not all reunions are happy ones, and when Verity stumbles upon a dead body by the football field, it appears someone has already evened the score.

Review:

Been holding onto this lil nugget until Fall time! It's September...it works ;)

We continue our journey with Verity Long. It's homecoming weekend and the whole town is in celebration mode! They are even unburying a time capsule. It's a little early, but they need to build stuff. When it is opened they uncover a body of a young woman from the 1980s everyone thought ran off with a mystery man. It will be up to Verity to solve the murder. 

All the Fall feels. The weather is going back and forth here, but in my heart it is Fall. This was the perfect book to kick off Fall reads. 

Lots of drama and fun and comedy. Lots of red herrings in this one. I really had no idea. There are a few people who for sure would have good motive for murder. I wasn't sure and then the real murderer shocked me. THAT WAS A TWIST!!!!

It was certainly a twist-y twist, but it made sense thinking back on it. Nice job. 

I'm so glad we got a break from the MIL drama. She needs to stay away for a while. But we did get to meet Verity's mom more and learn more about that. It was nice to see them start working on their own issues. 

There is a the blossoming of a romance with two side characters I did NOT see that coming. I know Verity isn't amused, but....I'm excited for them. I'm curious to see where it goes. 

All-in-all, this was really, really good. I enjoyed it so much. Loved it really. I could see myself relistening to this one. It was perfect to kick off Fall!!

5 stars from me. 

ONE WORD SUMMARY: Great

 

Challenge(s):

- Audiobook #41

- Cloak & Dagger #20

Audiobook Review: Southern Bred and Dead by Angie Fox

Author: Angie Fox

Narrator: Tavia Gilbert

Title: Southern Bred and Dead

Series: Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries #9

Genre: Paranormal, Cozy Mystery, Fantasy, Romance

Format: Audiobook

Published: August 28, 2020

Where I got It: Audible

Summary: 

A haunted church. A ghastly death. Can Verity clear up the case before she’s buried way over her head?

Verity Long would really like a day off. Between uncovering the culprit who capped her gangster ghost housemate and dodging the bomb her boyfriend just dropped on their relationship, her spiritual calling has gotten complicated. But when she steps out for a little fun at a church fundraiser, she has another mystery on her hands when a family friend plunges from the bell tower.

With her pet skunk and a spectral mobster buddy in tow, Verity charges back into the world of furious phantoms. But as she follows a shocking trail of clues through a dangerous speakeasy, a possessed movie theatre, and a spooky mob safehouse, she could end up sleeping with the ghostly fishes.

Can Verity lay everything to rest before a mysterious murderer reads her last rites?

Review:

Yayy! Been itching to start this one, but I don't want to gobble the whole series up BUT this series is just so good. 

Back at it again with Verity and her gang. They are now tackling the mystery on WHO killed Frankie, but things can never be easy. On top of that we have a scary Church, a ghastly death, and now her relationship is on rocky ground. Will Verity be able to stay alive and keep her love life alive? 

Honestly..........I think this was one of my favorites of the series! It was jam-packed with mystery, fun, ghosts, comedy, tense, and romance. 

Awww I'm glad we are finally starting to tackle Frankie's past. Poor guy has a lot of questions especially when he finds out who. Why? How? WHAT? All the questions. 

Ugh I feel so bad for Verity and for Ellis. I understand where each one is coming from so I can't pick sides on their fight! EEEEEEEEEEE! 

And is Beau slowly itching his way into my heart? That was a twist I didn't see coming.....

I did the narration again because how could I not? The narrator is fabulous! 100% recommend doing the series with her reading. She really gets into the tense moments. 

All-in-all, I adored this one. Probably one of my favorites! Great stories, characters amazing as always, lots of twists, and a cute skunk. What more can a Cozy mystery need? 

5 stars from me!

ONE WORD SUMMARY: Fabulous

Challenge(s):
- Audiobook #19

- Cloak and Dagger - #9

2-in-1 Audio Reviews: The Mint Julep Murders & The Ghost of Christmas Past

Author: Angie Fox

Narrator: Tavia Gilbertt

Title: The Mint Julep Murders

Series: Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries #8

Genre: Cozy mystery, Fantasy, Paranormal, Mystery, Thriller, UF, & Romance

Format: Audiobook

Published: April 25, 2019

Where I got It: Audible

Summary: 

For Southern girl Verity Long, friendship means sitting down to stories and sweet tea on the front porch. For her gangster ghost housemate, it means dragging Verity out to a remote haunted asylum during a raging thunderstorm to do a favor for a long-dead mob boss.

But Verity is always ready to help out a friend, even one as eternally eccentric as Frankie. And in the case of Mint Julep Manor, the stakes are too high to refuse. The criminally insane mob boss holds a secret to Frankie’s past, one that might set Frankie free. Do the favor—survive the favor—and they might change Frankie’s afterlife for good. Fail, and they might never leave the asylum.

Review:

Yayy! Back to our gal! 

Verity Long is being dragged out to a remote haunted asylum during a bad storm. She is willing to help, but something seems not right about the house, the ghostly patients, and ghostly staff. Doing a favor for Frankie may be her last. 

Always a lot of fun and this one for sure a lot of fun. Love Verity and love Frankie. This one made me sad though...those poor patients. Ugh the asylum life was not a good life. 

The big reveal had me all "WHAT?" It was a nice twist and turn and it was good. Curious to see if there will be something big heading our way. I have a feeling. That baddie was certainly a good baddie. 

The narrator was great as per normal. 

What else to say? It was good. I don't want to spoil anything.

4 stars from me. 

Author: Angie Fox

Narrator: Tavia Gilbertt

Title: The Ghost of Christmas Past

Series: Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries #8.5

Genre: Cozy mystery, Fantasy, Paranormal, Mystery, Thriller, UF, & Romance

Format: Audiobook

Published: November 29, 2019

Where I got It: Audible

Summary: 

Verity Long is ready to deck the halls, jingle some bells, and maybe, just maybe have a merry Christmas with her boyfriend’s stuffy family. Truly, if she doesn’t extend the proverbial olive branch to the overbearing Wydells, she’s afraid she’ll hit them over the head with it.

But when her boyfriend’s mother pulls a shocking stunt, Verity finds herself with a big decision to make. And if that’s not enough, there’s an unexpected guest at her door. It’s the ghost of the woman who helped rescue Verity’s pet skunk three years ago that very night. And now she’s there to change Verity’s life as well..

Review:

Decided to re-read this little gem for the holidays! Plus....why not? I need the numbers and this is a short!

After the events of the last story, Verity is ready to sit back and relax. Deck the halls and so forth. However, she snaps at Mama Wydell and is super done and just wants to stay home. However, she will have an unexpected guest at her door and she will be forced to see the past, present, and future before she makes any big life decisions. 

I'm still proud of Verity for standing up to that MIL! However, I get where the ghosts are coming from. Yes, have your boundaries and don't let people treat you like dirt BUT you need to be kind. *grumbles* Fiooooonnnneeee. 

But yes, this was good and a nice little break from "big" adventures. You will want to have read book 8 and maybe book 1 or 2 before reading this. I did fine when I first read it a while back (yes out of order because I'm an idiot sometimes) but it meant more after reading book 8. 

Narrator is the same and amazing. 

In the end, this was really good and I LOVE this series. 

4 stars. 

Challenge(s):

- #59 & 60 for Audiobook Challenge

Audiobook Review: Pecan Pies and Dead Guys by Angie Fox

Author: Angie Fox 

Narrator: Tavia Gilbert

Title: Pecan Pies and Dead Guys

Series: Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries #7

Genre: Mystery, Urban Fantasy, Paranormal Romance

Format: Audiobook

Published:  September 18, 2018

Where I got It: My shelf (Audible)

Summary: 

Sometimes Verity Long would like to forget that she lives with the ghost of a 1920s gangster. But the reluctant housemates must once again work together when a dead detective blackmails Frankie into helping him solve a Great Gatsby-era cold case. Before she can say “bathtub gin,” Verity is dragged straight into a raging, otherworldly house party. Worse, every guest is hiding something.

Meanwhile, Ellis Wydell, Verity’s living, breathing boyfriend needs Verity’s help with a police case of his own. After a dead body is discovered near the pecan orchard, Verity gives her insights, thinking her job is done. But when mysterious pecan pies start arriving at her house, she wonders who might be thanking her… or stalking her.

Between hard-living ghosts and sugar-laden desserts, Verity has her work cut out for her. But will she uncover the secrets behind the pecan pies and dead guys? Or has she stumbled upon a recipe for disaster?

Review:

Here we go! Book 7! 

Next on the adventures of Verity and Frankie......the dead detective is now blackmailing them to help him solve a Great Gatsby-era cold case. The detective can't move on until this is solved. Verity and Frankie reluctantly agree and find themselves crashing a raging and otherworldly house party. It seems like even in death a lot of ghosts have their secrets. On the living side, there is a fresh murder at the pecan orchard that Ellis, Verity's boyfriend, needs help solving. After giving her insights, she arrives home to a mysterious pecan pie. Now she has three mysteries to solve....will she survive them?

Damn. I was hoping this would be set during Fall time like Turkey Day. That cover and pecan pie...oh well. I'll take what I can get ;) 

Now, I will say this doesn't do well as a standalone. I would say you need to read the last three before getting to this one. Lots of things tie into the past...especially book 6. 

There were a lot of mysteries afoot!!! Verity has her hands full that is for sure. And Frankie too but you know he only helps with what will benefit him. Gosh, do I love these two!!!!

Ugh, that detective is a big ol' A-hole. He is rude and sexist (I get it he's from the 20s and is all "Meeeeeeh women ain't smart enough" but ugh). A man of his time and he seemed to be better by the end. 

Our two baddies are certainly baddies indeed. We have a dead one and a live one and they seem like a match made in H-e-double L. 

I enjoyed this buuuuuut it raised some consistency questions. I get the rules of Ghost-land are loosey-goosey and the author can do what she wants in her world. But there are two questions that had me scratching my head. 1) I thought ghosts look the way that they are when they die? Soooo shouldn't two of them who died old BE old? Not like in their 30s-40s? Or did I mishear how they look? Did they die in their 60s and just look good? IDK. I was so confused. This isn't a huge issue and it could be ME not catching it right, but still. Mmm. 2) The ghost prison? Really? I don't understand how that all works. Maybe we'll see more in the future. 

The narrator is flawless in her role as per normal. I wouldn't want to listen to anyone else for our gang. 

Overall, I liked this. Fun mysteries. Fun characters. Yayy. However, I did have a couple moments that I was scratching my head. Could be me just being an idiot, but....mmmm...ANYWAY. Onto the next! I love this series so much. I'll give this one a 3. 

Challenge(s):

- #52 for Audiobook challenge

Audiobook Review: Murder on the Sugarland Express by Angie Fox

Author: Angie Fox

Narrator: Tavia Gilbert
Title: Murder on the Sugarland Express

Series: Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries #6

Genre: Cozy Mystery, Paranormal, Fantasy, UF, Romance
Published: 25, 2017

Where I Got It: My shelf (Audible)

Summary: 

Ghost hunter Verity Long is overdue for a little R&R (rest and romance) with her boyfriend, Ellis, and a vintage train trip through the Tennessee mountains seems like just the ticket. The Sugarland Express carries history and nostalgia in every compartment, and Verity is determined to enjoy it—without ghostly interference. But the ghosts have other plans…

On a dark, desolate night nearly a century ago, the train was stranded in the mountains, and a young woman was found stabbed to death in her locked compartment. The murder was never solved, and a ghostly Belgian detective is still pursuing the case from the grave.

To Verity’s dismay, all of the ghostly suspects are back. And when history repeats itself and a new murder mirrors the old, it’s up to Verity and her friends to discover which of the passengers—dead or alive—could be behind the murders before the killer strikes again.

Review:

Oooo it has been so long since I read the last one. Aka beginning of the year. I'm glad to be diving back in!

We continue our journey with Verity and her ghostly companion, Frankie. Verity needs a break and have some 1/1 time with her boyfriend, Ellis. However....that won't be the case. Not only is Ellis' family there, but there are also multiple mysteries afoot. Can't a girl catch a break?

Poor Verity. She needs a break with her booboo but duty calls! So many mysteries...so many murders on the Earthly plane and Ghostly plane. Lots to do, lots to do. 

This was fun as per normal. This series is a hoot. You can't help but love the characters, especially Verity. She is a gem and Frankie is hilarious. 

Honestly.....I liked that they were stuck on the train with Ellis' brother and monster MOM. They got to talk some stuff out and be forced to interact. That scene near the end between Verity and the brother (aka her ex) was nice. Maybe this will lead to some healing. They may not LIKE each other but hopefully, they can bury the hatchet. 

Oof that ending was chaotic and crazy. The ending got a LITTLE too chaotic for a moment I was confused. I had to back up a few minutes and hyper-focus. But it was one heck of an ending. You def need to pay attention.

The narrator was fabulous as normal. 

Overall, this was fun. Lots of moving parts. The ending gets chaotic and the mystery was good. Can't wait for the next! 4 stars. 

Challenge(s):

- #50 for Audiobook challenge

Audiobook Review: Sweet Tea and Spirits by Angie Fox

Author: Angie Fox

Narrator: Tavia Gilbert

Title: Sweet Tea and Spirits

Series: Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries #5

Genre: Urban Fiction, Paranormal Romance, Thriller, Cozy Mystery, & Fantasy

Format: Audiobook

Pages: 248

Published:  April 25, 2017

Where I got It: My shelf (Audible

Summary: 

Southern girl Verity Long is about as high society as her pet skunk. Which is why she’s surprised as anyone when the new head of the Sugarland social set invites her to join the "it" girls. But this is no social call. Verity’s new client needs her to go in undercover and investigate strange happenings at the group’s historic headquarters.

But while spirits are whispering hints of murder, the socialites are more focused on Verity’s 1978, avocado-green Cadillac. And when Verity stumbles upon a fresh body, she's going to need the long-dead citizens of Sugarland to help her solve the crime. Good thing she has the handsome deputy sheriff Ellis Wydell on hand, as well as her ghostly sidekick Frankie. The bad thing is, the ghosts are now whispering about the end of a certain ghost hunter.

Review:

I was going to take a long break from the series to focus on other stuff BUT I had a super hankering so I broke my promise. I meannnnnn it has been since Jan since I read one....so four months (nearly five) seems fair? Right????

We follow Verity and her ghost sidekick, Frankie, right after the last book. She is called in by the head of the Sugarland social and is invited to join their group undercover and investigate the strange happenings of the group's historic HQ. Verity will stumble upon a fresh body that seems like an accident, but due to a warning from a ghost earlier....it was def a murder. She will need to get the help of long-dead citizens of Sugarland, Frankie, and her love Ellis to help. 

I would recommend at least reading the book before this one since there are some references and things that are happening because of the last one. 

These are just so much fun!!! We get a mystery with ghosts, a cute skunk, and a cute hunk. I adore this series so much. 

The mysteries and twists were good. I had my guesses, but I was never sure. I feel like I pointed the finger at everyone so I was right at one point or another, but there were some red herrings for sure. There is one character that I am mad at that...that person seriously needs a kick swift kick of needs. GRR. Slippery Mfer. 

I loved the side ghosties here. I loved their little mystery and secrets that finally come out. That just added something special. 

Awwww and Frankie. His little side story is adorable. I don't want to spoil anything. But cutteeeeee. 

And the narrator is fantastic as per normal. She is becoming one of my faves. 

In the end, one of my favorites of this series. So much fun. Can't wait to read the next one! 5 stars. 

Challenge(s):
- #19 for Audiobook challenge

Audiobook Review: Dog Gone Ghost by Angie Fox

Author: Angie Fox

Narrator: Tavia Gilbert

Title: Dog Gone Ghost

Series: Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries #4.5

Genre: Paranormal, Cozy Mystery, Short Story, Thriller

Format: Audiobook

Published: January 24, 2017

Where I got It: Audible

Summary: 

Who let the dogs...and cats...out?

Verity Long’s new ghost hunting career has gone to the dogs, literally. A spirit is releasing animals from their cages at the Sugarland Animal Rescue Center. It's an unusual haunting that gets even more bizarre when she uncovers a new clue in a case of a missing child. Verity vows to reunite the lost boy with his family. And when she does, Verity just might answer the age-old question: Do all dogs go to heaven?

Review:

This series is so dang fun. 

We continue to follow Verity who has started a new career in ghost-hunting! She is asked to figure out who/what is releasing the animals from their cages at the local animal rescue. Little does she know she will not only be figuring out that mystery but find a clue in the case of a missing child from years ago. 

Short but good. It was the perfect length for this mystery. 

Verity and her ghost side-kick Frankie are always a blast. An unlikely duo but fun. I also was excited to see more of her pet Lucy! 

There were some funny bits. A few parts that will give you goose-bumps....and there was a scene that broke my little heart. I did have a tear or two. 

You can read this as a standalone since it seems like a side adventure for this duo. 

The narrator is perfect as per normal. I hope she continues to narrate the future books! Still have a lot to read to catch-up but I am hopeful. 

In the end....fun and perfect and all the feels. I'll give this short a 5!

Challenge(s):
- #6 for Audiobook challenge

Audiobook Review: Deader Homes and Gardens by Angie Fox

Author: Angie Fox

Narrator: Tavia Gilbert

Title: Deader Homes and Gardens

Series: Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries #4

Genre: Mystery, Paranormal, Fantasy, UF, Romance

Format: Audiobook

Published: October 11, 2016

Where I got It: My shelf (Audible) 

Summary: 

Southern belle Verity Long is back in business—as a ghost hunter. Now all she has to do is visit the town's creepiest mansion and exorcise a family of vengeful spirits. Piece of cake. After all, ghosts love her and need her... that is until she meets the ghosts of Rock Fall mansion. They'll do anything to keep their murderous secrets hidden within the cliff-side fortress—even if that means getting rid of one meddling ghost hunter.

With the entire town skeptical and scrutinizing her every move, Verity struggles to uncover the century-old mystery behind the house. And when she stumbles upon a very fresh, very dead body, she realizes there’s more to it than she ever imagined. With the help of her sexy cop boyfriend, Ellis, and her ghostly gangster sidekick, Frankie, she braves the overgrown gardens, the desolate family cemetery, and the haunted mansion that have been locked away for generations.

Can Verity unearth the truth before she's the next one buried on the deadly grounds?

Review:

Awww Verity. I am so addicted to this series. Took everything I had to wait to move on so I could focus on some other books. 

Verity is in business! She is embracing life and becoming an official Ghost Hunter. First job? Visit the town's creepiest mansion and exorcise the family of vengeful ghosts. Seems easy enough until the ghosts there will do anything they can to keep their secrets hidden. Even if that means getting rid of one meddling ghost hunter. Verity struggles to uncover the secrets left behind and help the ghosts find closure. When she stumbles upon a very fresh, very dead body she will realize that there is a lot more to this story than she can imagine. With her cop boyfriend and her ghostly sidekick, she will brave the haunted garden and haunted house. 

Always a blast ghost-hunting with Verity! She has a heart of gold and you want the best for her. I'm so glad Verity and Ellis are not hiding their love anymore. Screw what his mother or what the town thinks. I still think she needs to get on a megaphone and tell the world about the injustice she had to face! 

We didn't get to see too much of Frankie this time around. He was too busy living it up with his old ghost pals. Made me sad, but even ghosts deserve some time to unwind. 

The mystery was GOOD! I had no idea who did what and why. And the solution? Woah! That was clever indeed. 

Same narrator as before. She is really good. She did get a little too much into it at one scary moment. It was a touch cheesy this time around for me. But overall she killed it as per usual. She does all the voices were perfect. 

In the end, I really enjoyed this one. The mystery was mysterious and I couldn't wait to see everything revealed. The characters are fun. I would've liked more Frankie time. But yessssss read the series. I advise at least reading the others first to get some of the background story. The shorts are equally good, but not required to read the series. 4 stars from me for this one. Can't wait to get started on the next one!

 

Challenge(s):
- #1 for Audiobook challenge

Audiobook Review: The Haunted Heist by Angie Fox

Author: Angie Fox

Narrator: Tavia Gilbert

Title: The Haunted Heist

Series: Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries #3

Genre: Paranormal Mystery, Fantasy, Romance, & Urban Fantasy 

Format: Audiobook

Published: March 17th 2016

Where I got It: Audible

Summary: 

Just because she can see the dead doesn’t mean Verity Long wants to spend her days hunting ghosts. Instead, she’s over the moon to land a marketing job at the local bank… until she finds her new boss dead in the vault. Even her ghost friend, Frankie, knows that's no way to start a career.

Relieved to let the police take charge, Verity steps aside, bound and determined to keep her ghost sightings to herself. But when she learns the main suspect in the murder is a very crooked, very dead mobster, Verity knows it's up to her to solve the case.

She teams up with her ghostly gangster buddy Frankie, as well as the irresistible and charming Ellis, as the three of them search haunted mob hideouts, hidden passageways, and historic cemeteries for the facts behind the heist of the century — and a modern-day motive for murder.

Too bad uncovering the truth could very well make Verity the next victim...

Review:

Saved the next in the series for Halloween time! 

Verity Long doesn't want to spend her days hunting ghosts. She wants a serious job. She is excited to be landing a marketing job at the local bank...until she finds her new boss dead in the vault. Even her ghost friend knows that is no way to start a new career. She wants to step aside and let the police take charge, but when she learns the main subject in the murder is a very dead mobster...she knows it is up to her to solve the case. 

This mystery certainly got me. I thought I had a suspect or idea in mind. But I was wrong! I was surprised at the ending when all was revealed. I can't put my finger on it...but something about it bothered me.   

I loved learning more about Frankie and his past life. I also loved seeing some of his past friends and fellow crooks.   

Awww it was nice seeing Verity and Ellis had made some progress in their romance. And there was a scene with Ellis and I clapped in glee! Good for him! I won't spoil what/how/why, but he stood up to his monster of a mother and she deserved it.

The narrator is amazing as per normal. I hope she continues the series!

In the end, this was fun. Loved seeing Verity and everyone again. The mystery had a good twist but something about it didn't settle well with me. Other than that I really enjoyed it. 4 stars from me. 

Challenge(s):
- #45 for Audiobook challenge

Audiobook Review: Ghost of a Chance by Angie Fox

Author: Angie Fox

Narrator: Tavia Gilbert

Title: Ghost of a Chance

(Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries #2.5)

Genre: UF, Fantasy, Paranormal, Cozy mystery, short story

Format: Audiobook

Published:  January 4th 2016

Where I got It: Audible

Summary: 

'Tis the season...for ghosts. Verity Long has come to terms with the fact that she can see spirits, and talk to them, and...she's actually making cookies for one of them. But she's drawing the line at any more ghost hunting or mystery solving. Until a dear friend needs help locating a missing antique at the party of the year. Not one to leave a friend in need, Verity straps on her sparkly heels and sneaks in to see what she can find—only to uncover a startling secret that will change everything

Review:

I am loving this series!!

Verity Long has come to terms with the fact she can ghosts...talk to them...and now she is making cookies for one of them even though they can't eat them. However, she is drawing the line at any more ghost hunting or mystery solving! Until a dear friend begs for her help locating a missing antique at the party of the year. Verity agrees and sneaks into the party to see what can find...only to uncover a startling secret that will change everything for her friend. 

Oh Verity...you have a big heart. I'm with Frankie sometimes and just let it go especially if it's for free. She is still recovering from the financial ruin her ex's mother put on her. Poor thing. She needs to start charging for her services though. 

But I can't fault her fully for wanting to help this time. Her friend really saved her bacon in the last book and it's for love....

This was fun. Not as good as the others, but I still enjoyed it quite a bit. 

The mystery was fun but easily solvable. I had a feeling something would happen and it happened. I won't give away spoilers. 

The ending was adorable! Love is a beautiful thing. 

Great narration as normal. She is perfect for these!

Overall, I am loving this series. This was a fun short story that had a fun, but easily solvable mystery. I can't wait for book 3! I'll give this one 4 stars. 

Challenge(s):
- #13 for Audiobook challenge