I selected this book because I had read the first in the series and loved it.  This one did not disappoint.  While not truly horror, the author does live up to being a master at creating atmosphere.  Her descriptions make me shiver. - what more would one want in a book of this type?  These three best friends work together to again save themselves and those around them.  A great read for kids and adults alike!

I read Small Spaces before this book, and Ollie, Coco, and Brian have to deal with ghosts again, this time at a ski lodge they were going to as a fun trip away. Ollie’s dad wins a free trip to a ski lodge and invites Coco, Coco’s mom, and Brian along. The weather is terrible on their way, and Coco swears she sees a person in the middle of the road with a blue ski jacket on. When they get to the resort, there is no power, and it has an eerie feeling. Ollie has nightmares that night, and then a strange reporter shows up the next day. Ollie, Coco, and Brian end up having a very different trip than they expected.

Fun  and engaging. Perfect for students who like horror but don't want to be too scared. Characters were endearing and fun to follow.

I want to thank Penguin Random House and Netgalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.  I am late in reviewing this book due to a downloading issue.  Small Spaces was one of my favorite scary stories of late.  This next book in the series is equally as scary- to me scarier.  I enjoyed Small Spaces a bit more because of the setting- creepy scarecrows were terrific characters and unique.  This book was a bit more "old school" scary with a setting in a  former orphanage turned ski lodge that is haunted with ghosts. The Smiling Man returns with very sinister intentions.  This story takes place a couple months after Small Spaces.  If you have not read Small Spaces- read it first as this book references the events in that story and would give you spoilers.  I liked how the characters really work as a team, believe in each other- enough to put their lives on the line for each other, and never give up.  I think the team work and strong relationships between these friends is the strength of the this story.  Coco is more of a focus in this book, so I am wondering in her next book if Brian might be highlighted more.  I rate this book lower than Small Spaces since it has more a traditional setting, characters and problems.  It was not as unique as Small Space, but plenty scary.  I did not really like the use of a ouija board, but that is just me. Parents should be aware of its use in this story.  I wish the author had thought of a more original idea for communication- I love the watch in the story.  If you have students that thrive on chills and thrills- this is a series to point them toward.

The second book in a series, Dead Voices brings back Ollie, Coco, and Brian.

Every book is slightly different, dead voices brings us to an eerily winter themed book.  This book also brings us Ollies and Coco's POV.  Which makes it a little different then the first book as well.  Arden has done a fantastic job of writing a story that is unbelievably fast paced and wonderfully spooky!

Set yourself down to read because you won't be putting it down for awhile! Perfect light horror book which will thrill  young readers who want a good scare!

Ollie, Coco, and Brian are back, and after their previous adventure what they really need is a vacation.  Luckily, they have a skiing trip to Mount Hemlock Resort that almost seems to fall into their laps.  Foul weather and snow almost makes them miss the trip, and once they arrive it creates all sorts of problems for them.  When a mysterious ghost hunter arrives, it seems like their relaxing vacation may be another time of terror. 

Dead Voices is a great follow up to Small Spaces, and if you're looking for a scary, thrilling ghost story, check it out.  This is sure to please people who love a safe, scary ride!

Arden does it again!  I love the premise for this series which is a novel for each season of the year.  The book revisits the same characters from the first book and includes more very creepy elements (much like her first book with the scarecrows).  I love Arden's books for adults, but I also love that she's written books for young adults that I can recommend to students.  My seventh grade daughter also really enjoys this series and loved Dead Voices as much as the first book.

Dead Voices is a delightfully scary follow up to Small Spaces that leaves room for another book in the series. Like it's predecessor, Dead Voices is fantastic at setting up a spooky, atmospheric story that is just scary enough for older elementary and middle school aged readers.

I liked this one a little bit more than the first book but it still took a while to get into it. It's not a bad story. It just isn't hooking me.

Great spooky novel for adolescents.  Going back to read Small Spaces, which I probably should have read before this one.

This was SO much creepier than the first one. If you know a kid that likes scary stories, I highly recommend this one. It's scary without being gory or bloody. It definitely helps to have read the first one so you understand why the watch is important.

I'm really glad I know about this series, because I can't wait to recommend it to kids! It's spooky, it's got a lot of friendship and heart and the kids using their smarts to defeat evil.

When I recieved this book I got and read the first book in the series, and this is a great follow-up to Small Spaces. Both books are legitimately spooky middle grade horror novels, with ghosts and actually frightening circumstances that tie in to the events and experiences the main characters are dealing with in their non-spooky everyday lives. I hope the series continues!

I loved the predecessor "Small Spaces" so much.  This book fell a little short for me.  It had just the right amount of scariness for young readers, but I would have liked to see Brian share his story firsthand like Ollie and Coco do.  Overall, a great book for middle schoolers.

A great middle school horror! This series has been fun to read.

This is the second book (After Small Spaces) in the series of three friends Ollie, Coco, and Brian. This time the story begins as they are driving to a  Vermont ski lodge that has just recently opened. As expected, the creepy adventures begins while they are still en route to the resort. As adventure only continues as they get settled in at the lodge. Many creepy things for middle school students to enjoy. Thank you, Net Galley, for the advance reader's copy.

This book was even better than the first book (Small Spaces) and that is saying A LOT! Small Spaces was my favorite middle reader book in 2018 so I had high expectations for this sequel.

Dead Voices finds us months later with the same wonderful characters of Ollie, Coco, and Brian. Still feeling the effects of their traumatic event, our group are hoping for some fun at a newly opened ski resort. Joined by Ollie's dad and CoCo's mom, the group drives during a tremendous storm up to the hotel only to find they are the only group who made the trip.

Nightmares, ghostly visions and the never-ending cold and dark leave readers feeling the chill in more ways than one. I can't tell you much more without spoiling the story, but the creep factor is still wonderfully high in this sequel. I can't wait to read more of their stories in books 3 & 4!

Highly recommend!

I LOVED this book! As soon as I was able to get my hands on a copy I devoured it! I absolutely loved Katherine Arden's debut middle grade novel, the first in this series, Small Spaces. I discovered today that there are going to be two more books in this series and I can't wait to read them. I would recommend not reading this one unless you've read Small Spaces first.

This story is perfect for winter because the setting is during a snow storm at a remote ski lodge. There have been some disappearances and this ski lodge may or may not be haunted. It has an interesting history. I simply adore these characters and I love Katherine Arden's writing. It's so atmospheric and the reader feels like they are living inside the story. Also, this book really made me want to eat a S'more.

I loved the friendship and family dynamics presented in this book. I love Ollie's connection to her mom. The idea that someone may be gone but they are never forgotten. I love the relationship that Ollie has with her dad. Even though it has some creepy elements, it is such a feel-good story. Needless to say, I loved this book from beginning to end.

I read this within a day and I didn't want it to end. It was such a delight to read. I read it partly at a coffee shop (Starbucks) while enjoying a Chestnut Praline Latte and it was such a perfect pairing. The remainder of my reading time occurred at home under a cozy blanket, with a fireplace going, and sitting next to my Christmas tree. It was the coziest reading time and this book is just perfection.

I can't wait to see what Ollie, Coco,and Brian get into next. If you haven't read this series yet, please do yourself a favor and pick it up. This series got me jump-started back into middle grade and it has been a great time!

This is the second book in the haunting series of three friends Ollie, Coco, and Brian. This time they are vacationing with their parents at a newly opened Vermont ski lodge. As expected the creepy adventures begin. A great middle school horror! This series has been fun to read. Thank you, Net Galley, for the advance reader's copy. Another solid 4 Stars!

Totally creeptastic!

This one was maybe even more terrifying than Small Spaces? More ghosts and mean ones at that. Plus the same creeping dread of inanimate things moving and watching you. The friendship has deepened and those kids are great. Loved to see more of Coco's POV. I assume there will be a 3rd for more of Brian's next. Great place setting too. Definitely will be forcing these on my 11 year old niece and nephew. Would recommend to 5th-7th graders. Maybe 4th if they are brave brave brave enough.

ARC from netgalley for an honest review.