Review: Couldn't put it down!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 09 21, 2012
This is the second book in this series about Riley, her brother (Shane), their new home in Scotland and the ghosts that keep Riley company ~ whether she likes it or not. I have a busy schedule so never have time to read a book in one day. But, I made time to do just that with this one!! I agree with other reviewers that you should read the first book, "The Deepest Cut", first though. You need the background information that book provides to fully appreciate the action in this installment. It's been ages since I've been this immersed in a book series and I just can't say enough good things about it. I'm not a young adult, but all the characters are written in a very genuine voice. The book even touches on some teen self-image issues and how to deal with them, which is a positive addition to the story line. Riley's encounters with some of the ghosts are quite terrifying at times, and I find myself wanting to give her motherly advice (talk to a priest!, research this topic!!, etc., etc. LOL). In this second book, her friends and brother are now being affected by the ghosts which only adds to the suspense. Finally, Scotland, with its misty moors, castles and rugged beauty, is the perfect setting for this story and adds to the creepiness factor (in a good way). I can SO see this being made into a great made for TV movie (hint, hint, Hollywood!). All I can say is, buy the series. I highly doubt you'll be disappointed. Thanks for the wonderful books, J.A. As we sometimes say here in the South, "Ya done good!!"