Review: Debut Novel from Author, Lydia North
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 07 10, 2014
“Waiting for Harvey” is the first is a series, called 'The Spirits of Maine', and is the debut novel for Lydia North AKA Kim Scott. First off, I am not a believer in ghosts but I do love to read stories about them. Miss North delivers a great story which I had trouble putting down.Erik is a New York City author who is trying to finish his latest book, and seeks solace in a cabin up in Maine, a family-owned place. While there alone he battles nature but, more importantly, a spirit named Harvey.As the story progresses, it's apparent that they need each other. As Erik's food supply dwindles, he receives help from the spirit. Harvey, being stuck in the area, is starved for attention and utilizes Erik as a “captive audience”. The ending was very sad but it had to be that way to really bring the story to a satisfying end.Miss North will definitely give Stephen King a run for his money as a teller of ghost stories. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Mr. King's books, stories set in Maine or a good ghost story!