Where do I begin? Darcy Coates is one of my favorite authors and an instant buy author for me as well. I have not been disappointed in any of her books and will continuously recommend her. This book was not an exception! As the third book to this series I already knew going into this book I would enjoy it. The only thing is with this series, is that it’s definitely leaning more towards a mystery rather than a horror story. I liked Keira and I liked the plot but I do tend to stay towards more of Darcy Coates haunted houses and horror figures such as in the haunting of Blackwood house and Dead lake for example

I love this series because I get really engrossed in the spooky adventures that Kiera gets into, and it's difficult for me to stop reading the book. The supporting characters are really great. Zoe is very enjoyable, and I really like Harry. This novel is really well written and everything that Darcy Coates does is truly amazing. This book was a really fun and exciting story about strange things happening. It contained abundant friendship, and I found it highly enjoyable.

Full review to come on Goodreads and Amazon. Thank you to the publisher, author, and NetGalley for a review copy.

This is the third installment in the Gravekeeper series. I am enjoying this series immensely and cannot wait to see where she takes it from here. There are two major story lines that need to be finished up, so I anticipate at least one more book. I did feel part of the ending was rushed, but I can't say what part without spoiling a scene. I can say it was in a graveyard, since a lot happens in graveyards it won't spoil it, but you will know when you get there. I love the friends she has made, and I can't tell who is my favorite. Harry is something else and I would love to see him and the newest friend in the next book. Again, can't say who or it will give it away. What I can say is I love the mix of them and how they are all there to help her. And the romantic in me is hoping for her to finally let in the boy who so clearly loves her.

3 stars!

I read this as a standalone and my first Darcy Coates novel and I think that might have been my mistake. I think unfortunately it wasn't really my type of horror as I don't like ghosts or possession. I do think that there is a right audience for this novel-particularly people who like paranormal mysteries with quirky ghosts, but unfortunately that audience might not be me.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!

This was my first book by the author and I really enjoyed it! I have been wanting to read from Darcy Coates for a while now and jumped on the chance to read this. Unfortunately, I have not read the first two in the series yet, but the book did a great job explaining what has happened previously without slowing down the plot too much. I will definitely be going back and reading the first two now! My one drawback is that this did seem to read younger and I had to make sure this was not classified as a young adult. Overall I flew through this and would definitely recommend!

It’s on me that I requested this book without knowing that it was the 3rd in a series. I feel like I was still able to enjoy the story without having read the previous books in the series. I was however expecting this to be a little more horror than it turned out to be. If cozy horror is a thing then this definitely fits into that. It was a fun read and I would probably recommend it to readers trying to branch out into the horror genre.

An author I can't get enough of after reading all her adult books I thoughtt I'd give her YA books a go, this is the third instalment.
I always have a hard time putting these books down and it's rare beautiful thing.
The characters Keria, Zoe and Mason are the kind of quirky kind protagonists we all wish to have as friends it has a very scooby gang feel to it and I love how Coates really pulls you in with her wonderful character writing.
Darcy Coates has done it again!

Yay - Book 3 is not the end of this series as I had originally thought.

Keira, Mason and Zoe are such a fun team. Keira with her paranormal abilities to see and communicate with ghosts. Zoe with her crazy ideas and positive attitude and Mason with his sheer steadiness - they are the ultimate friend group.

I love that this paranormal series has Keira helping someone each book. Not a creepy ghost story, so definitely pick this up this series if you like a little paranormal with your cozy mystery.

Looking forward to Book 4 - yay!

Darcy Coates is one of my favorite authors and I really enjoy the cozy horror she does so well. I loved the continuation of Keira's story and enjoyed all the ghosts. Coates has a way of writing stories that are both spooky but also make you laugh and this was no different!

⭐⭐⭐

I recently read The Twisted Dead by Darcy Coates and wanted to share my thoughts on this paranormal thriller...

The story follows Keira, a young woman who can see ghosts and works as a groundskeeper in a small town cemetery. When she receives an invitation to dinner at Dane Crispin’s ancestral estate, she knows she can’t refuse despite the fact that he once tried to kill her. As soon as Keira enters the mansion, she senses the presence of restless spirits, and when Dane asks for her help, Keira doesn't hold a grudge and agrees to help him.

While I found the setting of this novel suitably creepy, I felt that most of the action took place in the last 20% of the book. Getting there felt like a bit of a slog at times. Which was the same issue I had with the previous book. That said, I really enjoyed learning more about Dane Crispin and found all the characters to be very likable, particularly Keira’s friendship with Zoe and Mason.

Despite my mixed feelings about this installment in the series, I think it is worth reading. The Twisted Dead has amazing cover art, just like other books from this series, and presents an interesting storyline with intriguing characters.

Overall, while it may not have been my favorite book in the series so far, I am still onboard to see what happens next in this ongoing story.

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This story is definitely one of a kind. It grabs your attention from the very first chapter. The characters are realistic and the plot is electrifying. I read through this book in one day. It was so awesome. I can't wait for the next installment.

3 1/2 stars rounded up to 4

I love Darcy Coates’ writing. She’s so talented at creating truly Hitchcock-like spooky stories with a touch of humor and romance for those who want a good scare without all the gore, unnecessary language, love scenes, etc. I enjoyed the previous two books in the Gravekeeper series and was looking forward to The Twisted Dead. I couldn’t wait to find out more about the mysterious agency after Keira along with more spooky, ghostly adventures with Mason and Zoe. I also couldn’t wait to see more development in the romance between Mason and Keira.

Keira has the unexplained ability to see ghosts and help them crossover. When she arrives in Blighty, she has no memory of her past, but with her unique abilities she’s given the job of groundskeeper for the town’s cemetery. The story picks up right where the second book ends with Keira trying to salvage what she can from her burnt cottage. She receives a mysterious invitation from Dane Crispin to help with ghostly hauntings at his estate and calls upon her friends Mason and Zoe to help. But the mystery proves a lot more complicated than first thought. As they try to unravel the cause of the hauntings, they must delve into Mason’s troubled past. Along the way they encounter people from Artec, the agency out to get Keira, and it’s touch and go as they attempt to hunt her down.

I had a hard time rating this story. I loved the relationships between the three friends. Keira’s brave, intelligent, & compassionate. Zoe’s so quirky and Mason inspires new admiration. While the story was filled with spooky ghosts and an interesting mystery, it started out a little slow for me. Once the mystery of Mason’s classmate was introduced, the story really picked up.

This book delivered on most of the questions I had going in. Keira remembers more of her past and we’re given an explanation of the Artec agency who’s after her with some down right nail-biting encounters. We also learn why Mason dropped out of medical school and gain a better understanding of Dane’s past. However, there are still a lot of unanswered questions and I’m looking forward to hopefully getting more answers in the next book. Also hoping for more romance between Mason and Keira.

I really appreciate Darcy Coates’ gothic stories and am eagerly awaiting the next book. This series would be a fantastic read for YA or cozy mystery/horror fans. While some say this can be read as a standalone, I highly recommend reading the previous books in the series to really get an understanding of the characters and backstory. I received an advanced complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own and voluntarily given.

This is a creepy, cozy horror in true Darcy Coates fashion! You really can't go wrong with her books. I did not read the first two books before this one, but really enjoyed it - now I'm excited to read the other two!
Fast paced, great read - highly recommend!

This was my first experience with Darcy Coates, not having read the first two books in the Gravekeeper series. I was admittedly nervous entering the series at book 3. I wondered if there would be major world-building and relationship developments in previous books that would not be repeated in this one, leaving me out of the loop and confused. To be honest, I would have accepted that because it is on me as the reader to read earlier books if I want the full experience. With that said, Darcy Coates did an impressive job of giving the necessary information from books 1 and 2 without, in my opinion, giving away major spoilers. So, I would be able to go back and enjoy the earlier books in the series and gain fresh experiences.

Overall, I enjoyed the comradery between Keira and her friends. Their unwavering support of each other was nice, and the overarching mystery behind Keira's abilities and memory loss was interesting. I did, however, elect to DNF at approximately 55%. My reasons for not finishing this novel was because I didn't feel fully invested in the narrative, the plotting felt a bit forced and convenient at times, and Mason's reasons for leaving school seemed odd. I fully understood the unsettling experience of a murder happening and some feelings of guilt in Mason's case, but his dislike of "the person he was becoming" seemed a bit heavy-handed for me. I could see myself recommending this book to those who tend to love paranormal cozy mysteries, and I wouldn't be against trying another book by this author because the writing and character description was good overall.

Love this series! Takes you on a ghostly journey with 3 friends. You will learn more of the ground of where Keira comes from but not all. Fantastic series.
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The Twisted Dead follows some of Coates’s most beloved characters and they encounter spirits from the other side. This book is an incredibly cozy horror read, one suitable for young adults and some teenagers. It is fun, funny, charming, and enthralling. Coates shows once again that she is a master of the craft and can get even this gore loving reader to relax with a good cozy scare.

I loooooveeee Darcy Coates and this was such a good read. I will deff be buying this book to complete my set.

Thank you to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for an e-arc in exchange for an honest review. 4.25 stars rounding down to 4 for GoodReads. This was absolutely my favorite in the series so far! This one really dives into more of the people who are after the protagonist and how she ended up where she is. This is also the first of the series that I have physically read and I think it helped a lot with my enjoyment. I like Keira but for me it’s really the side characters that shined through on this one, Dane and Zoe in particular. I’m pretty excited to pick up the next one as this one left me with questions I am dying to get answered. I struggled with this series at first but by this third book I think it’s really taking on a life of its own and establishing what it is. So much action and adventure was packed into this one that I didn’t realize I was seventy percent of the way through until I looked down and checked! I think this is a perfect, light horror series for young adult readers. Because despite the lack of marketing (I am confused as to whether this is supposed to be adult or YA), this is totally a young adult series. I remember reading plenty of series like this in middle school and early high school and I believe readers of that age will enjoy this series much more. Overall, I am excited to have enjoyed my time with this one and being back in the Gravekeeper series.

This book has so much within the pages. I love how complex she is. The bond she has with the spirits she is trying to help, the friendships and bonds and trust, the budding romance. Yet still has the drama and excitement and desire to know what's to come