The perfect book for spooky season. I am once again working on my spooky season recs and this one is a book that absolutely HAS to be on there.

I received this book from Netgalley for free for an honest and unbiased review.

It took me awhile to get to this one however I found the plot and characters very engaging

I enjoyed this for what it felt like to me - no stress, cozy romcom themed around an armature ghost documentary. I can almost always get behind a premise like this. I did chose to read this via audiobook - which does have a decent impact on my general enjoyment of a book. I don't think this book delivers major tension, which is a bummer. I generally loved the small town vibes, the MC's past and present ghost tours of the town, and cute family home. I didn't love the before mentioned lack of romantic tension, the parents all around, and the FMC's lack of ability to stand up for herself and her life choices.

So I might have made the mistake of reading reviews prior to starting reading this book. And they are bad, let me tell you. But challenge accepted and nevertheless I started reading it. It took me quite a while to finish it, which is because my eyes no longer like scanning eBooks and also yes, because the reviews are kind of right about this one. "Haunt Your Heart Out" promises to be read in October to give you these chilly vibes, combined with cosiness and a spark of romance. Well, it was all over the place for me, to be honest. I didn't quite understand the premise of the plot, but continued anyway (basically because I can never dnf books, though I wish I was the type to do that). Lex wasn't that likeable of a character and neither was James. Their encounters really didn't spark any flame to me, which lead then to surprising smut scenes and didn't fit the cosy vibe at all. What a scene, let me tell you. And then the spooky vibes are based on lies, which I disliked so damn much. No spooky vibes at all, even though intended, so I was disappointed in that. To me, there was no real chemistry between Lex and James, but I was entertained enough during some scenes that I kept going and I totally adore this cover, so I couldn't just give up on the book. But yes, I could have read something better. The writing style was okay, which also sums up the whole book for me: It was okay. But I'll think twice before picking up a book by the author again. It just wasn't for me and I pictured something completely different.

I was so hyped after reading this adorable premise but was actually so disappointed. I got 10 chapters in and DNF. There was not nearly enough romance or spooky things going on. I got bored.

A really quick, cute and fun little meet cute romcom with a little Halloween through Christmas sprinkled in.

A quick, cute read. If you live a good small town, meet cute that has a bit of Halloween and Christmas vibes mixed in this might be for you. Lex was such a relatable character for me, but the hidden truth or lies bugged me a bit.

James seemed a bit too good to be true for me at some moments. Later, I felt maybe he deserved better. Him and his other ghost hunter group were fun to read about.

I enjoyed this book for the most part and have recommended it to a few friends already. I love anything with a mild spooky vibe.

Thank you so much for the opportunity to read this early. I really wanted to like this so much because the description is right up my alley but I wasn't especially drawn into the story because I was so uncomfortable with the deception. I'm sure this will appeal to many other readers.

The writing was ok but the story was not for me. I feel like the synopsis for this book does not match the actual story line. The cover was kind of cute but the inside of the book was boring.

Than l you netgalley for the ebook arc, while I was hopi g for a more cute spooky vibes, this still was a cute romcom. She owns a failing book store and a crumbling house left to her by her grandfather while her family thinks that she is a utter disaster she tries her best to do what she loves and that’s to keep her little haunted used book store, he comes in to browse the books while he’s in town filming a documentary on haunting. The whole town is haunted by their own group of ghosts, and she teams up with hom and tells him their stories. I loved the synopsis of the book just wasn’t a huge fan of the execution, and another romance novel where the woman is a train wreck in need of a man saving her.

Thank you to the publisher for the free book in exchange for my honest opinion.

I accidentally put the wrong review for this one.. ****

I loved this one. It was very cute, charming, and funny. I love the couple. This pulled me right in.

This was a cute premise, but not exactly what I expected. I hoped for a cuter, more paranormaly narrative.

DNF.

Thanks for the ARC!

A quick, cute read. If you live a good small town, meet cute that has a bit of Halloween and Christmas vibes mixed in this might be for you. Lex was such a relatable character for me, but the hidden truth or lies bugged me a bit.

James seemed a bit too good to be true for me at some moments. Later, I felt maybe he deserved better. Him and his other ghost hunter group were fun to read about.

I enjoyed this book for the most part and have recommended it to a few friends already. I love anything with a mild spooky vibe.

This had a cute concept and some fun moments, but it didn’t totally pull me in. The vibes were there, and I liked the setting, but it just didn’t leave a strong impression. It was an okay read with a few memorable parts, but not something I’d rush to reread. Still, if you’re into light paranormal with a quirky twist, it might be worth checking out.

A cute little rom com about a ghost hunter and a bookseller that is a perfect light-hearted read for the spooky and holiday season! (let's be honest, sometimes our TBR gets so long that there is quite the crossover). What I liked about this book:
- Great characters
-Anxiety representation
- Winter supernatural story
Looking forward to more from this author

This one surprised me in the best way—funny, flirty, and just a little spooky. The paranormal elements added a great twist, and the romance was both sweet and sizzling. It’s like Halloween meets Hallmark and I loved every second.

Lex, a small-town bookseller in Vermont, has a strict no-tourists dating policy. But when James, a charming filmmaker, arrives to shoot a ghost-hunting documentary based on stories she fabricated in her youth, things get complicated. As Lex tries to keep her secret under wraps, sparks fly, and she must decide if some risks are worth taking.

This book is a cozy blend of romance and lighthearted spookiness. Set during the holiday season, it offers a unique twist on the typical Halloween tale. The overall story is heartwarming and perfect for a festive read.

This book was written for you if:
1. You enjoy small-town romances with a paranormal twist.
2. You're a fan of stories that blend humor with emotional depth.
3. You appreciate narratives featuring strong, relatable heroines overcoming personal challenges.

This book was kind of forgettable and not nearly as good as I wanted it to be. I needed more romance AND more paranormal elements. There is a lot of potential here in terms of the promise of the premise, but it never really evolves beyond that.

Really disappointing.

I enjoyed the paranormal aspect of this romance. The fun go between of Lex attempting to keep her secret as long as possible. Who wouldn't want to run a bookstore and a ghost blog all at on ce

Thank you NetGalley for this review copy. I couldn't get into this book and I don't know why because I usually love books involving cemeteries and gravediggers.