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Description: Ruby Young is slowly adjusting to her new life in Boston. A big part of that is her unexpected roommate—the ghost of the woman who lived there before. For Cordelia Graves, she may no longer be breathing, but it’s still her apartment and Ruby is the somewhat unwanted houseguest. They’re both happy they’ve managed to become friends, which is a miracle considering they struggle to communicate with each other. Cordelia even set Ruby up with her old job.
When Ruby discovers the body of a delivery guy at work, the new life she’s been building hangs in the balance. The last time Cordelia dragged Ruby into a murder investigation, it was almost two ghosts living in the apartment, not one. Determined to protect Ruby, Cordelia tries to shield her from the investigation, but Ruby has other ideas. It will take both of them working together to navigate the fine line between the dead and the living to bring a killer to light.
Genre: Mystery
Why I Picked This Book: I really enjoyed the first book in this series and I've really liked everything I've read by this author.
My Impression: This is such a unique series. It's not the typical cozy and definitely not the typical paranormal. The sleuths are definitely amateur but there is no small town to be found or even quirky found family. The surroundings are pretty dingy and sometimes the facts are pretty grim. Oh - and one of the main characters is a ghost. Ruby and Cordelia are settling into being roommates, but communication is still a challenge and basically involves strong physical hints and magnet words on the refrigerator.
Despite a tough time Ruby is forever optimistic and cheerful which contrasts with Cordelia's cynical nature though Cordelia is softening a bit. The mystery was interesting and it was kind of fun to see the difference of opinions between Ruby and Cordelia right from the start. Cordelia was immediately opposed to Ruby getting involved and ends up tagging along and voicing her opinion (not that Ruby can hear her) as Ruby goes out and talks to people involved and tries to figure out what happens. While I enjoyed the mystery and really liked watching it unfold I think I enjoyed the character development between Ruby and Cordelia even more.
This is a unique mystery with an interesting cast of characters, a good storyline, and excellent pacing. I really enjoyed spending time with the characters and figuring out what had happened to Marty and seeing the latest evolution in Cordelia's story.
Would I Read More of this Series/Author? Absolutely! I've enjoyed everything I've read by this author and will definitely be looking for her next book regardless of series.
Would I Recommend this Book? I would! I do recommend starting with the first book as it does explain the setup but this is a really enjoyable series.
* I received this book in exchange for an honest review. As always my opinions and impressions are completely my own. *
Would I Recommend this Book? I would! I do recommend starting with the first book as it does explain the setup but this is a really enjoyable series.
* I received this book in exchange for an honest review. As always my opinions and impressions are completely my own. *
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