There simple words. That's it. Safety

This book. Nothing like I expected.
But amazing.

The perspective was different. Yet still a thriller in every aspect.
Every page of this book I was hoping for peace.

We think we are being cautious. We think that we will know when something is off.

Listen to that little voice talking to you. Trust your gut. Ask for Andrea.

A four star read

Thank you NetGalley & Kensington Publishing

𝐍𝐨𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐖. 𝐈𝐡𝐥𝐢 - 𝐀𝐬𝐤 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐚 👻

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5

🩸Supernatural Thriller
🩸 Emotional Depth
🩸 Serial Killer
🩸 Captivating
🩸 Multiple POV
🩸 Short Chapters

Three murdered women unite to track down their killer James, with the ultimate goal to stop him from preying on other women and bring him to justice.

The points of view switch between the three female murdered victims, Meghan, Brecia and Skye. The switch between chapters and characters adds to the suspense and keeps the pace high.

Noelle translated the limbo lives of the victims after death but before resting exquisitely. It was powerful and painful but insightful to see what could happen if you leave this world before your time and in a violent manner. That you are unable to rest peacefully until justice is achieved.

You are effectively connecting and championing the three ghosts in their journey of vengeance and prevention against a dark and twisted murderer.

The story held lots of eeriness with a tense and heavy atmosphere. James shows all the signs of psychopathy - manipulation, superficial charm, lack of remorse and calculated behaviour. Mix this with sexual assault and callous murders, James is a disgusting character who will put you off online dating for life!

This book was creative, original and truly amazing. It felt like the words on the pages were playing out as a movie in my mind. Memorable and beautifully written.

Meghan, Brecia, and Skye have just one thing in common. They were all murdered by the same man. He hunted them online, masquerading as an eligible bachelor. Then he played the perfect gentleman, a thick layer of charm and a thousand-watt smile hiding the fact that his first dates end in shallow graves. He’s gotten away with murder three times now. The only thing that might keep him from killing again? The women he murdered. Meghan, Brecia, and Skye might be dead, but they’re not gone. They’ve found each other. And they won’t rest until they find a way to stop him.


Thoughts
This was a interesting twist on a suspenseful thriller. It was cool to see it told from the ghosts of the girls at different times until theirs timelines caught up to each other and could work together. It was a cool original plot but I felt like that nothing really happened to develop the story until the last 15% or so.

This is one of the best thrillers I've ever read! I loved how unique it was being from the POV of the deceased characters. I loved how it ended. I am very eager to read other books by this author.

I absolutely loved this!

A unique set of POVs, a really powerful storytelling that engrosses you completely.

I felt the emotion more than any other thriller - women haunting arsehole men YES.

Can be a triggering read

Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington publishing for the advanced cop. All opinions are my own.

It's been a tough year trying to find a thriller that truly held my attention all the way through. This was an amazing book that did just that! Noelle Ihl has catapulted herself up my list of favorites authors.

A new favorite thriller.
This was insanely suspenseful.

You follow three different girls in the afterlife. They were all murdered by the same man and he still hasn't been caught. It is up to them to stop him.

This was my first time reading a thriller with the main characters being ghosts. It was a different type of thriller because you know that the main characters have been murdered but the writing still hooks the reader immediately. Highly recommend.

If you are in the market for a “different” book, I think I have the perfect answer; Ask For Andrea by Noelle W Ihli.

Meghan, Brecia and Skye. Women who never met in life, but are now united by a common aim. All three had their lives taken by one man, understandably, they want justice. I knew a little of the book before I started to read; but the book I discovered, was not the one I was expecting.

The narration rotates between the three women. We firstly learn of the circumstances leading to their demise, and then, what comes after. If you are concerned that the book will be focused on the gory details of what happened, that isn’t the case. The book is classified as a thriller, but it has a lot of heart too. Although it seems unlikely, I see this as a book about friendship and never giving up. Of finding where, and with whom you belong.

I was drawn in very quickly, and found myself racing through the book, intrigued by the unusual storyline, and wondering where the women’s stories would end.
I think this book may sit differently with different readers, because of our varied experiences. For me personally, the book made me emotional throughout, especially the final few lines. I found many of the words and thoughts to be comforting, again, not what I was expecting. It is such a beautiful book.

I would also suggest you find the short story follow up to Ask For Andrea, The River. I have just finished reading it before writing this review, and it was perfect, the ending that I needed to read.

This was such a unique book. The story is told from the point of view of three women, all recently murdered by the same man. We follow along with them as they try their best to stop the man from hurting anyone else even though their abilities are so limited. It sounds kind of silly but it’s honestly a beautifully written book about death and vulnerability and the power of love.

Very good haunting of a serial killer! I really like the 3 main characters haunting the killer. And was pretty happy with the conclusion.

I'm not sure why this was on Netgalley? It was originally published in April 2022. The only thing special would be those deluxe stenciled edges on the paperback, but you can't see those on the kindle.

Thank you NetGalley and Kensington Publishing for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

He seemed like a great guy. He was kind, smart, and good looking – and was paying her attention when no other guy seemed to notice. But there was something in the way he looked at her that was just a little off – was he too interested, or was it that he was too distant? She would never find out – the drugs he dropped into her drink started to take effect and she couldn’t seem to make sense of what was going on. Next thing she knew, she was looking down on the man who was standing over a girl lying motionless on the ground. A girl that was familiar…a girl that was her…

Ask for Andrea is the 2022 release from Noel W. Ihli that could have been dripped straight from the headlines. Focused on the dangers of the modern dating world, this book will keep readers on the edge of their seat all the way to the final pages. With a new deluxe version hitting shelves soon with stenciled edges and new cover art, this story is finding new life with readers today. Murder mystery, family drama, and unlikely friendship rule as the characters sort through some of the most terrifying moments of their lives.

I give Ask for Andrea 5 out of 5 stars. I was absolutely blown away by this novel! The relatable characters and setting took me back to my days of internet dating and the creeps that filled my inbox. It also reminded me of why it’s important to coach the young people around us how to protect themselves in the dating world. One of my favorite aspects of this plot was the man’s homelife and the dangers he put his family in, too – this is so much more than a murder mystery with the aspect of domestic violence. With multiple points of view, the story did feel a little jumbled at first, but the easy chapter length and language made it easy to overcome those challenges.

If you loved Alice Sebold’s The Lovely Bones or any of William Kent Krueger’s works, you will love this book. I would recommend this to more mature readers over 16 given the domestic and dating violence aspects. I think this would also make a great choice for a mystery book club with so much to unpack about the similarities and differences between each character. I was excited to read this when it became available on Netgalley because I wanted something a little different than some recent romance reads and this definitely fit the bill. The gorgeous cover art caught my eye first though and drew me right in. You will not be disappointed by this book!

Ask for Andrea is a gripping, fast-paced thriller that pulls you in right from the start. The premise is chilling, and Noelle W. Ihli does a great job of creating tension that keeps you turning the pages. The characters felt believable, and I appreciated the way the story explored friendship and resilience while weaving in suspense.

Dark, chilling, and emotionally gripping. Ihli weaves a haunting tale of friendship, revenge, and the unseen dangers lurking in everyday encounters. The alternating perspectives pulled me in, and the tension never let go until the final, satisfying turn.

Suspense/thriller is not my typical genre, but I really enjoyed Ask for Andrea.

This looks to be a re-release; originally published in September 2024.

This was my first novel by author Noelle W. Ihli; and not my last. There was a special chapter, but I'm not really proficient with social media and not sure how to read The River. Once I started Ask for Andrea, I could hardly put it down.

An unusual premise for Ask for Andrea, three women whom have been murdered have some lingering spiriting to do.

Many thanks to Noelle W. Ihli, NetGalley and Kensington Publishing for approving my request to read the advance read copy of Ask for Andrea in exchange for an honest review. Re-release date is Oct 2025. Approx 304 pages.

I have been eyeing this book for a while but the supernatural aspect of it has been turning me off a bit. I usually don’t enjoy that. HOWEVER I loved this book.

You follow three girls who has been killed by the same man, in their quest to get him to stop. It was an interesting take on a mystery / thriller and I ate it up. There were deep parts and content warnings should be looked up before reading this. I recommend EVERYONE to read it, NOOOW. Preferably yesterday….

I rated it 4 stars.

Genre: Supernatural/Thriller Fiction
Publisher: Kensington
Pub. Date: Oct. 28, 2025

“Ask for Andrea” follows three deceased young women who are murdered by the same serial killer. When the women meet in the afterlife, they work together to ensure their killer is brought to justice. The premise of the story is very similar to the 2002 novel “The Lovely Bones” by Alice Sebold. It is the story of a teenage girl who, after being raped and murdered, watches from a personal heaven as her family and friends struggle to move on with their lives while she comes to terms with her death. I enjoyed “Bones,” written in a thought-provoking first-person narrative, which blends vivid imagery and figurative language with blunt honesty and descriptive prose. Sebold incorporates elements of hope, the resilience of the human spirit, and a sense of an enduring connection to loved ones, preventing the story from becoming overly bleak. It reads like a thought-provoking family drama.

“Ask for Andrea” is a psychological thriller that reads like a Saturday movie matinee where the girl ghosts are trying to figure out death, unlike “Bones,” in that it is a quick read with multiple shifting victim perspectives. Even though you will be reading about the murder of these girls, the writing feels light. I was entertained by the ghosts’ humorous teenage thoughts and dialogue. However, there is no character development, and the personalities are not distinguishable from one another, making it challenging to recall who was who. I did not care for “Andrea,” possibly because I kept comparing the novel to “Bones.” Perhaps if I had gone in thinking of “Andrea” as a psychological thriller, I would not have been disappointed. I usually enjoy that genre. Even so, this novel is a mediocre thriller. It is not a gripping read, and it often feels repetitive to hear the characters retell their stories. The novel was not for me. But, I think “Andrea” will do well with young adult readers.

I wasn’t sure what to expect with this one. I’ve had it sitting on my Kindle for a while. Since one of my goals is to finish some of my eBooks, I gave this one a read.

It’s a ghost story! It’s a story with a crime or two or three involved. It’s a story that has a message behind it.

I was actually entertained with the antics of Meghan, Brecia, and Skye. As we learn from the blurb of this tale, they all had one thing in common. Since all three of these ladies were in the afterlife their way of getting around was so much easier. They haunted the guy who did them wrong.
And he thought he was oh-so smart, trying to stay three steps ahead of whatever organization was after him.

I’ve never read a book that was based on the opinions or point of view of ghostly beings. I also found myself appreciating the larger message that is in this tale. It may not always go by the name of Andrea, but read those signs … follow your instincts … ask for help if you need it.

This is easily my new favourite thriller and one of the best books I’ve read this whole year. As a woman this hit me deeply whilst being full of thrills. An incredible piece of work!

Haunting and unforgettable, Ask for Andrea tells the gripping story of three murdered women seeking justice from beyond. Equal parts chilling thriller and emotional tribute, it’s a powerful, original read that lingers long after the last page.

this was a reread for me & it was just as good if not better the second time
this was such a good story the ending was amazing & it was so different seeing it from a different perspective but also knowing that they wouldn’t move on until he was caught
each of the girls story broke my heart but the ending made me so happy for them
this was just an amazing reread, the thriller aspect is definitely great but then we get to see Ask for Andrea actually work & it was amazing

thank you Kensington for this ebook!

the deluxe edition releases October 28th!