Magic is carefully woven into every page with B.K. Borison’s signature charm and gorgeous prose. Every line sparkles. Harriet and Nolan are the kind of pair who’ll stay with people for a long, long time.

The Ghosted series is already off to a breathtaking start, and I can’t wait to see what follows. 🤍

Thank you, Netgalley, for the early copy.

I’m not usually a Christmas book girl… but I loved Lovelight Farms, so I knew I needed to read this.

This book starts off when the ghost of Christmas past meets Harriet… the candy cane loving, vintage shop owner who has always been a people pleaser. She’s not sure what the ghost of Christmas past is trying to show her about herself, but they go on a journey together to figure it out.

Along the way, Harriet learns more about herself than she ever has before. Is choosing herself really all that bad?

Her ghost, Nolan, wants to move on. He has been stuck being the ghost of Christmas past for 100 years. If he finishes this assignment with Harriet and is successful, maybe he can finally move on.

But the two of them end up falling for each other (dead serious) 🤣😜 and things get messier than they thought… is she the key to him finally being able to move on?

You’ll have to read Good Spirits to see. 🩷

Who knew the grumpy ghost of Christmas past could make such a swoon-worthy romantic lead? This story had me completely hooked! Harriet is such a relatable and lovable character. This is the kind of cozy, heartwarming Christmas read that everyone needs on their shelf. I’ll definitely be wrapping up copies for my family this holiday season. It’s that good!

The best seasonal read!! I loved the dynamic between Harriet and Nolan. Can’t wait to buy this when it comes out!

I'm finishing my Christmas in July theme with Good Spirits, the upcoming release from B.K. Borison. Nolan has spent a century as a Ghost of Christmas Past, but is confused by his new assignment. Usually, it's very obvious why he's haunting someone- they're selfish, self-centered and make people miserable. But Harriet isn't like that at all! She's funny, thinks candy canes are a major food group, and generally a great person. So why is he here? I'll admit I was a little nervous about reading this. It could get really corny real quick. I shouldn't have worried- Borison has written a fun, flirty Christmas romance that deals with heavier topics in a charming way. She's a favorite of mine for a reason and I can't wait to see what she comes up with next in this series!

Reading a B.K. Borison book feels like being wrapped in a warm hug. Her writing always comforts me and makes me feel safe, and this gentle introduction to her new paranormal romance trilogy is no exception. It's the perfect read for "Christmas in July" or cozying up by the fire during the holidays with a cup of peppermint tea.

Harriet and Nolan’s story is tender and fun. I adored the whimsical touches and all the choices Borison made in shaping their characters. The story had a cinematic quality and I could easily imagine it as a Hallmark movie (which I mean as the highest compliment).

Nolan is a sexy sailor and fully lives up to his rugged charm, but the true star of this novel is Harriet. Bright, messy, and beautiful, with a soft, generous heart—she deserved every ounce of love the world could offer. My heart rooted for her from the very start as she sought peace from her toxic family dynamic and rediscovered her self-worth and ability to be loved.

This was a beautiful, heartwarming story. It’s one I know I’ll be revisiting often and recommend to anyone who loves a cozy contemporary romance.

This was so cozy and cute. The concept definitely felt original to me and it worked well. The ghost of Christmas past haunting a good person? Oh and they are falling in love? And he has MAGIC??? Yes please. Nolan and Harriet are SO dreamy. B.K. Borison doesn't know how to write a bad book!!!!

4.5⭐️

When Becs announced this holiday paranormal romance, I squealed with glee!! I have loved Borison’s writing since she was an indie author and it has been a joy watching her journey as a writer.

Good Spirits was every bit as cozy and magical as this enchanting cover suggests! The balance of whimsy, magic, and tenderness is so perfect and reading Borison’s writing is like being wrapped in the coziest blanket whilst sipping on a peppermint hot chocolate. There is a timeless quality to Borison’s storytelling and reading Good Spirits was akin to getting lost in the loveliest of dreams. I love how Borison’s characters are emotionally mature and wholly relatable in their humanity, joys, and fears, and Harriet is someone I believe all readers will see themselves in.

This story is perfect for those who have felt they weren’t enough or perhaps too much at times, or believed like they didn’t quite fit a certain mold. This story is for those who have ever felt adrift in a sea of uncertainty or gone through a season of loneliness. The threads of connection throughout this story were beautiful reminders that we’re never fully alone and that you are worth more than shrinking yourself down to fit a mold or making yourself more palatable to appease others. Wear the bright colors, the ugly holiday sweaters, take chances on yourself, and live and love without reservation.

I cannot wait to see where this series takes us next!

bk borison's writing feels like a warm hug. i love how connected her characters are, the magic in this story was unique and i ate up the setting. love love love.

I loved this book. The story was easy to get into and to start to develop feelings for both characters. The book did feel like it moved a little slower than some romance books but it worked perfectly for the storyline. I was able to really take my time and enjoy the character development and detailed storyline. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a heartwarming, fun romance. I cannot wait for Book #2 because I will definitely be continuing this series!


Thank you so much for Avon or Harper Voyager and NetGalley for the eARC copy!

Thank you, NetGalley, Avon and Harper Voyager, for the ARC of this title. Ever since I found B.K. Borison, her books have become my special treat when I really need a lovely world I can escape into or, frankly, when I just can't hold out any longer. I fear I might get perma-grin whenever I'm reading one and Good Spirits is right in line with that sentiment. Honestly, it gives all the holiday coziness with a nice side of spice!

When Nolan appears in Harriet's living room one night, Harriet is convinced she has had a candy cane induced hallucination. But when Nolan returns, she slowly starts to believe that he is, in fact, the Ghost of Christmas Past, as he tried to tell her. Together they travel back to events in Harriet's life trying to discover where her life went off track. But the more Nolan learns of Harriet's life, the more convinced he is that something is off, and it's not just that his attraction for Harriet is growing by the hour.

It's A Christmas Carol meets Somewhere in Time, and I am totally here for it! The banter in Borison's books is always great, as are the surprises. I sincerely did not know how this one was going to end and it made the journey feel like that much more of an adventure. But also... mistletoe and ice skating and festive PJs and all the things that make the holiday season great.

4.5⭐️
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book.

The candy canes, the jam, the mistletoe and THE CAT!

I went into this book not knowing what to expect and found a cozy and sweet paranormal romance with moments that had me in tears. As someone who reads a LOT of romance, this felt fresh and different even while borrowing a well known character from classic literature and successfully making it feel brand new. The thread of mystery interwoven with trips to the past and touches of magic combined to make an unputdownable love story.
Crossing my fingers the next book is either about Gideon or the reaper who went missing! I mean… please and thank you!

bk writes some of the best romances i've ever read and good spirits is no exception.

i never wanted this story to end, it was cozy and heartwarming and everything i didn't know i needed. i'm already looking forward to a reread this winter. i'm ready to channel my own inner harriett and start carrying around candy canes in my pocket. she's seriously the cutest fmc around, I LOVED HER.

ALSO i'm legally obligated to mention the mustache!!! and if you disagree that's fine but in the wise words of tarah dewitt, that's a weird way to tell me your dads hot.

SIX STARS, i'm never ever getting over nolan and harriett

sending the biggest thank you to avon and harper voyager & netgalley for this absolute BLESSING. i've never been so grateful to receive an arc.

I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: BK Borison writes THE coziest romances. Good Spirits felt like a warm hug, a hot mug of cocoa, and the magic of the holiday season.

I didn’t expect Harriet and Nolan’s story to unfold the way it did, but I adored how everything played out. Speaking of Nolan…. We love a yearning man!!

This is the holiday romance to read this year.

This was an absolutely perfect book. First Time Caller was my favorite book of this year and now this one is also on the list. It might be the most perfect Christmas romance I have ever read. The best tension, banter, and lovely moments. I have been thinking about it for weeks. It will become an annual read for me for sure.

"Good Spirits" is a cozy Christmas romance with a pinch of the supernatural sprinkled on top, and I ate it up in one sitting! I discovered B.K. Borison not too long ago, but I fly through her books. While the Romance genre has recently shifted into insta-love, romantasy boloney, Borison keeps her books grounded and her characters well developed and fully fleshed out.

I enjoyed every character in this book (minus one maternal figure who we are supposed to dislike immensely) and felt like even the side characters were interesting! I loved the overall message of this book and found myself highlighting line after line the further I got into it. It had a good mix of romance, angst, family drama, and yes, ghosts, which kept me entertained throughout. I started this book in the evening, thinking I could get a good chunk out of the way before dinner and bed, but ended up sitting in my reading chair for 3.5 hours while I devoured the entire thing.

The setting: So cozy and cute!
The vibes: Christmas in July!
The spice: Fantastic!

I am so excited for the next installment in this series. Genuinely, give me the Grim Reaper book right now Mrs. Borison. My inbox eagerly awaits!

I came to know BK Borison’s book from Lovelight Farms, which is a perfect coming into the holiday season read that I come back to again and again. Good Spirits brings in magical realism, and is a beautiful love story with lots of holiday spirit! Harriet is sweet & lovable. Nolan is a ghost of Christmas Past who is sent to help Harriet see the error in her ways (a la A Christmas Carol). However, everything is not as it seems, and they work together to find out what’s going on. Expect to put aside what you think you know about ghost stories, and go with it! You’ll find it’s worth believing! Also expect some spicy scenes and a HEA even though it can be hard to imagine how it will come together. This is a perfect read to get into the holiday spirit! Enjoy!

So delightful and absolutely charming. I wasn’t sure what to expect but this read provided a lot of heart squeezing moments and I was invested and rooting for Harriet and Nolan. Another hit from the author!

This book was absolutely everything, I am so incredibly jealous of everyone who gets to read this during winter, as this may be the most perfect christmas romance I have ever read, it had all the feelings of a hallmark movie!

3.25 stars

jokes over, why was this so much better than i thought it was going to be? going in, i just thought it was going to be a silly, cute, and fun holiday romance, but turns out this book packs emotional punches — which, as i’m reading the reviews for other b.k. borison books, is common for her. i haven’t had the best luck in the past with christmas romances — most of them feel like books that authors put in the minimal amount of effort for just for the sake of releasing a book. however, borison’s emotions were tangible in this one; the plot was also something creative and compelling to read about.

one complaint that i do have is we weren’t really focusing on the “holiday” aspect much. in the beginning, there were a few mentions of holiday-related activities/wear, but other than that it felt like a normal romance.

overall, i highly recommend this book if you want a cute romance during the holiday season with likable + relatable main characters <3

thank you to netgalley for the e-arc in exchange for an honest review.