The Spirit Girls by Dawn Merriman Narrated by Stephanie Cannon is the first book in the new Rylan Flynn paranormal mystery series and what a brilliant book this was. It's a totally gripping from the very chapter till the very end. It's full of twists and turns from the very beginning and will have you sitting on the edge of your seat.
I am loving the character Rylan Flynn.

The Narrator Stephanie Cannon was excellent.

I highly recommend this audiobook.

Big Thank you to Bookouture Audio, and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

While listening to this, my phone stopped working. Once I received my new phone and downloaded the Netgalley app I lost all my downloaded audiobooks. I was unable to finish.

This is the first book in the series and I always get excited to hear that a new paranormal series is out. And OH MY WORD what a fantastic start to a series this is. It is absolutely brilliant. Something that little bit different and pure ecapism.

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There is so much I want to say about this book but I don’t want to give to much away. What i can tell you is, that we follow a story about murder with a mixture of paranormal when we meet Rylan who is gifted and can see and hear dead people. With an OMG opening I was hooked from start to finish and loved everything about it.

I must say that I actually listened to this on audio and I literally couldn’t stop listening to it. The Spirit Girls is totally addictive and incredibly twisty. The narrator’s done a brilliant job bringing the story to life. I felt like I was watching it on television. Not forgetting it is only 5 hours and 48 mins long! This is a quick and easy listen which takes you out of the zone and gives you pure entertainment.

Rylan is a brilliant strong character. I am looking forward to finding out more about her in the next book.

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This is a paranormal thriller with a good main character. It was well paced with great atmosphere. I enjoyed this book from beginning to end and I'm excited that this is listed as Book 1 - which means we will get more!

"Spirit Girls" by Dawn Merriman is a thrilling and addictive read that had me hooked from beginning to end. The story had a way of constantly keeping me on the edge of my seat, filled with suspense and unexpected twists. Time seemed to slip away as I delved deeper into the lives of the characters and their extraordinary abilities.

One aspect that stood out to me was the ease of reading this book. Merriman's writing style flows effortlessly, making it a breeze to devour page after page. The pacing was spot-on, delivering just the right balance of action, mystery, and character development. Before I knew it, I had finished the book, craving more.

Rylan, the main character, particularly captivated me. Her complexity and relatability made her journey all the more intriguing. I found myself rooting for her as she navigated through the challenges and discoveries that unfolded before her. Merriman's skillful crafting of Rylan's character left me invested and eager to witness her growth in future books.

Speaking of future books, I was thrilled to learn that "Spirit Girls" is just the beginning of a series. The prospect of more adventures and revelations leaves me eagerly awaiting the next installment. Merriman has created a world filled with possibilities, and I can't wait to explore it further.

If you're looking for a thrilling and immersive read, "Spirit Girls" is definitely worth your attention. With its gripping plot, well-developed characters, and the promise of more to come, this book has firmly secured a spot on my must-read list. I highly recommend it to fans of supernatural mysteries and those who appreciate a fast-paced story that keeps you guessing until the very end.

‘The Spirit Girls’ by Dawn Merriman is the first book in series featuring psychic Rylan Flynn who can see and communicate with spirits. The book also follows Rylan’s romantic interest in detective Ford Pierce who she has known since childhood. The book is essentially a crime thriller with a spiritual twist and it feels like it would appeal more to a young adult audience.

If the cozy mystery genre had a baby with the paranormal thriller genre, this would totally be the perfect book baby.

Rylan can see and speak to the dead that haven't crossed over. She hosts a paranormal show that takes her viewers on her trips to help those needing to cross. When she follows a haunt into the woods and finds a dead body, thats where the story really picks up.

Merriman melds a mix of the occult, hauntings, religion, mystery and thriller into one easy to read, fast paced novel. The audiobook is narrated by Stephanie Cannon with a cadence and tone that fits the more positive persona of Rylan. I alternated between reading and listening and couldn't choose a better format. I enjoyed both equally.

I did feel that this reads more along the lines of young adult with some of the language and decisions. I was not slowed though. I was sucked in and adored how the plot flowed without filler or repetitive inner monologues. I enjoyed each aspect the characters brought to the story and there is one particular dark part in relation to child abuse that I would've liked more backstory on to flesh out the villain so to speak.

This is the first book in the Rylan Flynn series and I'm definitely looking forward to more. I may dare say that if you're a fan of the Mediator series by Meg Cabot like myself, you'd enjoy this one as well (just minus the ghost romance).

This book has an interesting premise. I love anything paranormal. It reminded me of a younger version of the ghost whisperer tv show that I watched ages ago. I look forward to seeing how this series will go forward.

This was my first Dawn Merriman's book, and won't be my last. This is the first book in the Rylan Flynn Mystery Series, a gripping Christian Supernatural Mystery Thriller. I love ghost stories! The storyline is original, intriguing, and captivating. The characters are well developed. Rylan Flynn is an amazing character, strong, smart, and kind. Ford, the Ashby’s head detective, is handsome, and supportive. The cast of supporting characters is impressive. The story is told from multiple POV, which is great. I liked the mystery, the intrigue, the investigation, the small town feel, the clean slow-burn romance, and the unexpected twists and turns. The plot is well crafted, fast-paced, and thrilling. Stephanie Cannon did an outstanding job bringing this story to life. She has a beautiful voice, and a great range of voices. Looking forward to listening to The Shadow Girl, the next book in the series. If you like Paranormal Mystery Thriller, this series is for you! I received a copy of this book through NetGalley, a Bookouture Audio, Second Sky Books, for an honest review.

Thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture Audio for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

4 stars

Rylan Flynn can see ghosts in her hometown of Ashby, Indiana. She and her bestie have a paranormal show online. She tries to help the ghosts and ends up getting involved in some murders. Good start to a new series and I look forward to reading more about Rylan.

Stephanie Cannon did an excellent job narrating.

This was pretty good. It's a good start to a series. The book is basically about a woman who has always been able to see ghosts. She does a paranormal show in her town so she's been labeled a freak by most everyone. One night, at her Aunt's house, she sees a dead body and soon the spirit that used to inhabit it. She shes all the ghost as they were when they died (I'm not sure if that's all the time or just if something tragic happened to them).
I really enjoyed this book though thought certain parts of the end were just silly. However, on the whole the book is worth reading and it's a lot of fun.
If you get the chance and like audiobooks, the narrator for this one is good. I don't think that it'll made a big difference if you read or listen because it's not one of those audios that is any better or worse than just reading it but it is good if you like books that way.

The book was well written, I enjoyed listening to it. It kept you thinking. I will be checking out more of the books in the series.

I absolutely loved this paranormal mystery. The author manages to blend the lighthearted with the darkness to make the whole story sound very normal and realistic. Once I started I couldn't put this book down and I listened to it in one go. I couldn't move with the excitement of the suspense and tension. The ritualistic murders were creepy and dark. The supernatural aspect was spooky but also poignant when helping the ghosts cross over. There was enough humour in the book to offset the darker elements and I loved the banter between Rylan and Ford. Both characters were very endearing and fun to watch. I can't wait to find out what happens in book two.
I really enjoyed the narration of the audiobook. The characters were brilliantly performed and it really enhanced my enjoyment of the story.

This book is the absolute chef's kiss! It is short but packed with so much goodness. There are no extra bits as everything in this story is there to move the plot forward. We start off with Rylan interviewing a ghost for her YouTube channel, and of course she's the only one that can see the ghost. Then she gets busted for trespassing and is in trouble with the police, and she will continue to be in trouble with the police.

Rylan isn't a ghost detective, she isn't there to solve these ghost murders or deaths she is simply there to help the pass on and monetize when she can. Then we have Ford the handsome police detective that Rylan is in secret unrequited love with we can see a little of what may be to come with his story, or at least what I'm hoping.

Rylan has a ghost lead her to her dead body, Rylan then wants to solve this girls murder and, like a sane person, Ford doesn't want Rylan messing in a police investigation especially as more people end of up dead. It wouldn't be a fun story if she listened.

I like how Rylan was created as a person, she had so much character and is so interesting, I hope someone breaks into her house to help her though. Rylan has some trauma literally locked up in her home, and I can't wait to learn more about the big scary thing in the future.

This book is a perfect amalgam of thriller, cozy mystery, paranormal, with a hint of maybe a budding romance. I can not wait to read more.

Oh my gosh I literally was up all night listening to this. It was so worth the lack of sleep. I started reading this novel early in the day and could not force myself to stop. It was so good that I wish I could go back and force myself to slow down, reread it and savour every moment.

Thank you to Net Galley and Bookouture Audio for the opportunity to listen rage and review this audiobook arc which has been available since May 9,2023.

Stephanie Cannon did such an amazing job bringing this book to auditory life. It’s a murder mystery paranormal thriller with a wee bit of romance

This one made me think of what I imagine early Charlaine Harris was like. Great characters, but I would have liked a bit more for the characterization. The story overall was interesting and easy to get into. Honestly, the only thing I didn’t like was the narrator’s voice changes for the male characters. It was a little off-sounding, but that could just be a matter of my personal taste. Otherwise the. Aerator was fantastic and i felt like her voice fit the main character very well. I would definitely red the following books since this is the first in a series!

Huge thanks to Bookouture Audio and NetGalley for sending me this ARC for review! All of my reviews are given honestly!

Rylan is following the dark haired girl into the woods, then she sees where the girls is taking her to - the tree where the girls body is hanging. Rylan has been following her spirit. Rylan is in tune with the spiritual world and often communicates with the dead, but doesn’t often come across their bodies. While the police conduct their own investigations, Rylan continues talking to the girl and tries to work out who hurt, but she cannot speak as a coin is lodged in her throat.
A new genre for me, but found this book enjoyable, quite light heartened despite the darkness of the plot.

The Spirit Girls by Dawn Merriman is the first book in the Rylan Flynn paranormal mystery series. The story introduces readers to a young woman who possesses the ability to see spirits whom she helps to crossover the other side. Merriman delivered an interesting and suspenseful tale which will have readers flipping the pages.

Narrated from multiple POVs from Rylan to the villain, The Spirit Girls delivered a light, engaging and quick read. It weaves together the perfect blend of paranormal, witchcraft, mystery and religious themes. It reminded to some extent of the television show, The Ghost Whisperer.

In all her encounters with spirits, she never encountered ones seeking her help to find out who murdered them until now. The police, aware of her claims as a ghost hunter, warned her away from the case. She, however, decides to conduct her own investigation. A decision which places her in the killers’ crosshairs.

The Spirit Girls read like a young adult story, even though most of the characters were definitely over twenty-one. Despite the young adult vibe, I found the story engaging and the characters interesting. Rylan's family is aware of her gift, however not all of them willingly acknowledges same. She also faces ridicule from some of the townspeople. She doesn't let it bother her though and besides she has acquired a a lot of followers on her YouTube Channel. 

The story hinted at the possibility of a romance between Rylan and the lead detective. Their attraction to each other was clear, but the author chose not to explore it. Hopefully, the upcoming books will deliver on this.

Overall,  an enjoyable read and a great start to a series, which will appeal to fans of mystery combined with paranormal elements.

Stephanie Cannon narrated this delightful tale. Although this was my first experience with her narration, I would listen to her again. She delivered a solid performance by bringing the story and characters to life.

This is a very promising start to a new series of books about Rylan Flynn, a young woman who sees ghosts. It’s a great thriller with a big serving of paranormal. Not my usual genre, but this is a great book!

When two local girls are murdered, one of them leads Rylan to her body and attempts to tell her who killed her, but she can’t speak - there is something lodged in her throat.

Of course, the police don’t want Rylan to interfere in their investigation, but when it’s clear that she knows more than them, what can they do?

Excellent character development and pacing and I really enjoyed the narration by Stephanie Cannon.

Thrilling, sinister and gripping, with a brilliant cliffhanger at the end. Can’t wait for the next one!

4 ⭐️ Thanks to Netgalley, the author and the publisher for an ARC in return for an honest review.