Pippi's Inn for Wandering Spirits

Thank you to NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for providing this book, with my honest review below.

Pippi’s Inn for Wandering Spirits was a charming story that fulfilled its unique premise so well! Pippi inherits an inn for spirits transitioning to the other side when her Aunt, Hazel, passes away - this is all despite an estrangement between her mother and Aunt leading to her barely having spent time with her. Luckily her Aunt is back to guide her as a fox. The spirit characters in this book, though generally changing and true supporting characters were friendly and entertaining. But they aren’t the most unique characters in this book as we also meet a guard gnome and giant spiders (who seem to love sweaters) who help guard the inn. When Pippi runs into a ‘ghost explorer’ Cecil, her new inn life gets a lot more complicated but culminates in some heart string tugging events. This was exactly as it was written to be, fun and whimsical, and I enjoyed it a lot as I think other readers who like their cozy novels to be a little different also will.

This is a cozier, softer version of Under The Whispering Door, and I really enjoyed it! There is an element to these "cozy fantasy" books that can at time feel so simple and easy that you almost feel like there is something wrong with it, but whats wrong with a little love and comfort!?

Not that this book is all sweet and light - there is one plot in particular that surprised me and was incredibly sad, and I think in some ways, my main issue with this book in particular is that it "went there" with some of the plot, and introduced some heavy stuff, but then ended up shying away from the depth of emotion that would have made those plot points feel a little more serious.

Overall, I'd recommend this to anyone looking for cozy fantasy vibes as long as they don't mind a little bit of sorrow and conflict mixed in.

This book is an absolute DELIGHT. Every page was like a warm hug- Pippi is a friend we all wish we had. The magical elements of this fit naturally with the scene that Ritch expertly sets, a sleepy coastal town that contains much more than meets the eye.

This had Legends and Lattes vibes- a cozy story that follows a strong female main character’s journey to a new place, where she creates a meaningful place for others to gather.

I laughed, I cried, I had a great time. This is a feel-good and heartfelt story that will make you want to hug the people that you care about.

Many, Many, Many thanks to NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for the opportunity to read Pippi's Inn for Wandering Spirits by Erin Ritch. A Beezilion Gold Stars. I love this wonderful book.

Readers…….


First of all, let me thank #netgalley for providing me with this ARC.

Now to the important stuff. This is everything a “cozy (fill in the blank)” book should be. There are ghosts, so I’m not sure if that is cozy horror? There is a witch (briefly) and spiders the size minivans so probably? But there are also portals and talking space heaters, and a house that is alive. Dreams become breakfasts, ghosts get to talk to loved ones on the phone (sort of) and the main character has a wide array of patterned overalls that show up miraculously every morning. When I say there is A LOT going on in this book, there is A LOT going on in this book. I haven’t even scratched the surface. And, I LOVED it all. Best, this book knows what it is and it stays in its lane and that’s why it was such a hit for me. We didn’t get lost in asides that are preachy or teachy about life for the sake of philosophizing. There wasn’t a noticeable amount of platitudes, cliches, or cringe. The book does not assume that the reader doesn’t want to do a little work just because we picked up a “cozy” book. It gave me some room to interpret character actions without being told exactly how they’re feeling directly after like so many books in this genre do. It’s silly, it’s comforting, it’s sweet, and funny. If you like confetti in the shape of a book, this is it.

This book is not perfect for all, but for those it is for, it’s perfect.

Loved this book so much! It made me laugh and it made me cry. I'd recommend it to anyone who's into cosy fantasy vibes!

This book is such a wonderful book! It's cozy and very creative, with a unique premise.
Like her Aunt Hazel, Pippi has been able to see spirits her entire life. This gift is seemingly passed down from aunt to niece, so when Aunt Hazel passes away, Pippi inherits her inn. The inn is a temporary residence for spirits in between life and afterlife. The inn takes care of itself- cooking, cleaning, etc, leaving Pippi to tend to the hosts. Her primary task is to be there for the hosts emotionally, answering calls from their loved ones.
This was such a delightful read. I enjoyed the take on life, the afterlife, and what is in between. Pippi is a strong character and it is shown through the difficult decisions she makes. I also enjoyed the fantasy world as a whole- the inn specifically for spirits (no humans allowed), the giant spiders who protect the inn, the talking fox. It is very creative and unique. Unfortunately, I was not a fan of the romance between Pippi and Cecil. It felt a bit rushed and lacking foundation. It wouldn't bother so much if Cecil wasn't such a vital part of Pippi's life in the inn and the decisions she chose to make. Overall, I did enjoy this read and can't wait to have a physical copy when it's published!

Thank you NetGalley, BooksGoSocial, and Erin Ritch for this wonderful ARC!

Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this before publication (Jun 2024). Pippi's Inn for Wandering Spirits by Erin Ritch.

Love love loved this book! Granted it did make me cry quite a few times. It is such a cute cozy book about a young girl with a special ability to see ghosts (it runs in the family), she inherits an Inn that is strictly for the dead to wind down and enjoy the little bit of time that they have left before officially "Checking-Out" which is when they know their loved ones left behind are ok. (These are the bits that made me cry thinking of my own departed loved ones).

The book is so beautifully written and fun the Inn is magical and it does all the cooking, cleaning, and laundry itself! Heck I wanna live there! There are giant spiders in Scuba gear and Christmas jumpers which is so funny, and Mo the Security Gnome - Adorable!

The book reminded me a little of TJ Klune Under the Whispering Door which is also fantastic but this book had more cozy vibes.

All in all, I gave it 5* and I devoured it in 2 nights as couldn't put it down. I 100% recommend and will be looking up the other author's books to read.

This book is the definition of a cozy fantasy story. It's so charming and fun, and I really enjoyed the roller coaster of emotions I felt while reading. Thank you for the ARC!

I really enjoyed reading this book, it had everything that I was hoping for from the description. The characters were what I wanted and enjoyed from the magical element. I enjoyed the overall feel of this and how the world was set up in this. Erin Ritch has a great writing style and was glad I got to read this.

A fantastical story set on the wild Northern coastal region of the USA where strange small towns and Inns are to be found.
The fantasy is set at the level of a teen and thus the book is a very easy read. It is cosy and full of goodness and sentient creatures and structures. And of course there is an HEA.,
I enjoyed the read at the level it was set,
If you like stories of sentient Inns then do take a look at the series by Ilona Andrews.

Such an adorable and cozy story! I love reading middle grade sometimes as a palate cleanser and Pippi did a wonderful job. Loved the vibes and the inn.

Pippi Jennings has always been able to see ghosts, finding them to be rather friendly beings who listen politely to family conversations and occasionally borrow socks from the dryer. Naturally, she was the perfect choice to inherit her recently departed aunt’s inn, a popular vacation spot in Windia, Oregon, where spirits go on holiday before moving on to the afterlife. When her aunt returns—reincarnated as a talking fox, no less—to help her niece manage an inn that literally has a mind of its own, Pippi's days become filled with organizing excursions to ghost nightclubs, hosting midnight teas, maintaining harmony with the giant attic spiders, and, most importantly, connecting the spirit guests with their living loved ones via the inn’s old rotary phone.

"Pippi’s Inn for Wandering Spirits" is a charming tale that fully embraces its unique premise. Pippi inherits the inn after her Aunt Hazel’s passing, despite an estrangement between Hazel and Pippi’s mother that meant they barely knew each other. Thankfully, Aunt Hazel returns in the form of a fox to guide her. The spirit characters, though transient, are friendly and entertaining. Yet, it's the other whimsical inhabitants, like the guard gnome and the giant sweater-loving spiders, that truly stand out. When Pippi meets Cecil, a 'ghost explorer,' her new life at the inn becomes even more complicated, leading to some heartwarming and emotional moments. This book is exactly what it promises to be: fun, whimsical, and thoroughly enjoyable. Readers who enjoy cozy novels with a twist will find much to love here.

Thank you to NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for providing a copy of this book.

The best way I can think to describe this book is that it's like being hugged. It's sweet and cosy and comforting and refreshing and just perfect.

Pippi is an endearing character who we see grow from strength to strength as she handles her first year as proprietress of an inn for spirits. It's a new and interesting take on the afterlife where spirits can visit a number of inns around the world to see and do all the things they wished to do in life before passing on to whatever is next for them.

The inn is a character unto itself. It has a quirky personality, running jokes and themes and encourages a few shenanigans along the way.

There's a series of other fantastic creatures to encounter through the story: giant spiders that live in the attic and help to keep the inn running smoothly. A gnome as head of security, a few witches in the nearby town, a talking heater, the spirit of a Kraken, and, of course, Pippi's aunt & former innkeeper Hazel who has come back as a spirit in the form of a talking fox to help guide Pippi through her first year.

The romance is sweet. It definitely takes a back seat for most of the story, but does come to the forefront to guide the plot towards the end. It's a bit of an insta-love, and I would have liked to have seen more character and relationship development, but I enjoyed it nonetheless.

I've never read a story like it. The premise is so unique and it's such a fun, comforting read which I will be recommending to my bookish friends for sure!

This was a gripping read, I thought the characters were intriguing and I'm going to keep an eye out for more from this author.

Thanks, NetGalley for the arc!
I loved this book so much, I consider it a cozy fantasy. I got the same comforting feeling i did when reading legends and lattes

Pippa is the newest proprietor of an Inn in Oregon. This is no ordinary Inn though, this Inn is for the dead, passed down through the generations from Aunt to Niece. Of course this very special Inn (and Pippa’s gift for seeing the dead) must be kept secret from those who are not guests/living.🏡

This magical and spectacular Inn runs itself and provides all Pippa and the guests could need! Including their very own security team of attic spiders who defend (and assist, for the price of a goodie basket) the Inn! The Inn also allows the living to contact those departed through the Inn’s rotary phone. Pippa facilitates the telephone calls so the guests can listen, but not speak, to their loved ones.🥞🕷️📞

Pippa spends her days amongst the departed and during an outing from the Inn meets Cecil. Other than Pippa visiting the Inn as a child, the Inn does not allow the living to book a stay; however Cecil manages to book a room! 😱

Book your stay at the Windia Inn, get to know Pippa and the guests! Find out how Pippa does as she navigates taking over the duties at the Inn and what happens when the Inn makes room for a living guest! 💜

“Oh you, with your little details” - Amazing and fantastic details throughout the book- such a pleasure to read. The whimsy in the patterns on clothing and in the stained glass were just fabulous! The entire Inn was alive with those details and incredible characters(from the Inn itself, to the protectant spiders and garden gnomes, the dead and living)!🦊

It was my first time reading a book by author, Erin Ritch, and I enjoyed readying her work. The book was paranormal but touching and was about the life we live, the love we let in and how we cope with loss along the way. Heartwarming!!!

Thank you to Erin Ritch and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book.

#PippisInnforWanderingSpirits #NetGalley

I am usually not a reader of cozy-style books, but this was so fun!! The characters were sweet and endearing and the concept of Pippi inheriting a beautiful Victorian Inn on the coast, was magical. It was just the fun, supernatural with heart book to be a great pick me up! Would love if Pippi and the Inn became a series! #pippisinnforwanderingspirits #erinritch #netgalley #goodreads

In keeping with the new cozy fantasy genre, this is a lovely, gentle tale that is about people finding their place in the world. The details are adorable (spiders in sweaters, sentient inns and overalls!), the characters are fun and the plot gives you just enough tension to keep the story moving but not enough to destroy the mood. As long as you can ignore the several large dump truck sized holes in the plot, this is a comfortable cozy read.

i loved it this book!!
such a fun story with a lovely sentiment.
it was warm story and loved Pippi’s story and her relationships
would recommend if you love a cosy supernatural read

I absolutely loved this book!

The story is extremely bittersweet and while my heart was filled with joy, I was also crying at two o'clock in the morning, especially when she did that last check-out.

The book follows Pippi, the new innkeeper, but this is not an ordinary inn, it's meant as a place where ghosts can stay while they are in-between. There are many elements I loved, from the fact that the ghosts can be transferred to other inns all over the world to the calls. The inn itself is magical and provides for its tenants.

But when Pippi meets a "ghost hunter" she has to pick between love and duty, and this will teach her a lot about doing what she feels it's the right thing to do and to listen to her heart more than anything. There are a few twists, I kinda predicted them, but they were still very pleasant.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with a free eARC in exchange for an honest review!
Rating: 4.5/5

This book was a wonderful cozy read, with entertaining characters and an intriguing plot. It hooked me from the start and wouldn't let go. I love the concept of an inn for ghosts, and it was very well thought out with how the inn works and how there's a network of ghost inns! The inn itself had a life of its own, which really added to that whimsical and cozy feeling. The relationships between the characters were very sweet though in some cases a little underdeveloped, such as Pippi and her mother. Some things happened just a little too conveniently and I wish there'd been a bit more of a focus into deep themes, but at the same time that may have changed the cozy vibe. Overall this is a very enjoyable book and I'd love to read more from this author!

Thank you Netgalley and to the publisher for this arc.

It was a delight to read Pippi's Inn for Wandering Spirits.
I don't read cozy books too much, but this one sounded very good so I just had to. And happy I did cause I really enjoyed the story, the writing is lovely and it's atmospheric.

Triggers like grief are included which can be good to know.

But the story overall are cozy and I really loved the idea of the fox 🦊 that the author came up with 🥰

- Ghosts
- A fox
- Atmospheric
- Magical Inn

A cozy read I can highly recommend.

My rating: 4,5 ⭐

This book starts with respectful and carefully crafted trigger warning about grief and loss, written by the author.

I loved the writing style, and the magic created by the Inn… I won’t give any spoilers, but it’s great fun and the product of a huge imagination. I wish this writer all the best and will look forward to reading more of her creations.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an early review copy #PippisInnforWanderingSpirits #NetGalley

This was a totally new concept for a story for me. It was really interesting how the author used the characters that passed as the main characters and the living as secondary characters. It dealt with death in a different way which was really intriguing.
The story has romance, fun, quirky characters and a great inn. It was a very entertaining story with a hint of sadness and hope.
Enjoy!