RT Award Finalist, Paranormal Romantic Suspense
“An engaging writing voice, realistic characters, and a compelling mystery make this a must-read! Aubrey and Levi are compelling and likable, both individually and as a team, and the way their stories intersect increases the appeal. Just the right blend of emotion and humor combine with captivating suspense for a paranormal mystery that is sure to delight fans. The flashbacks heighten the tension and deepen the poignancy, and the romantic angle has a great slow-burn passion.” —RT Book Reviews (4.5 stars)
“A wild adventure of a mystery, brimming with layers, secrets, and more than one person who should feel guilty…Paranormal mystery/romance fans will find a gem of a story in Laura Spinella’s Ghost Gifts.” —Fresh Fiction
“Thoroughly entertaining!” —Tracy Brogan, bestselling author
“Ghost Gifts transcends labels like ‘murder mystery’ or ‘love story’ or ‘ghost tale,’ giving readers a masterful plot that weaves effortlessly between past and present, sharply pivoting whenever you think you’ve put your finger on it. The characters and setting come to life so vividly that you forget you’re reading a book. Laura Spinella’s Ghost Gifts is an absolute treasure.” —David Ellis, #1 New York Times bestselling author
“Ghost Gifts will stir your emotions, spook the bejesus out of you, and keep you furiously turning pages until the cows deign to come home. Clear your calendar, stock up on the candy and caffeine, and prepare to get lost in Laura Spinella’s intricate and layered narrative. A singular and wickedly satisfying storytelling experience.” —Karin Gillespie, author of Girl Meets Class
“Laura Spinella skillfully weaves plot twists from the dead with secrets from the living, and adds sparks when psychic Aubrey Ellis and reporter Levi St John are assigned to uncover the truth about a decades-old New England murder. An adrenaline rush from the first page to the last, I devoured Ghost Gifts.” —Barbara Claypole White, bestselling author of The Perfect Son
Narrator Nicol Zanzarella clearly gives voice to Aubrey Ellis, a medium. Through Zanzarella’s soft tones and inflections, one comes not only to know the character but also to feel her emotions, positive and negative, as one is drawn into Aubrey’s world. With fellow reporter Levi St. John, Aubrey delves into both her ghostly gifts and the murder of young woman in her New England town of Surrey. Characters are easily identifiable by their varying vocal styles. The author clearly identifies the setting and strongly indicates place, as well. However, those familiar with New England may find Zanzarella’s accent inauthentic to the point of distraction. For those outside of New England, her accent most likely will go unnoticed. S.C.E. 2017 Audies Finalist © AudioFile 2017, Portland, Maine
