Be My Ghost by Carol J. Perry

Read time: 2 minutes

📚 Genre: Paranormal Cozy Mystery
🎧 Listened as an Audiobook
🔊 Narrated by: C.S.E. Cooney
⏱ Duration: 7 hours

Book Blurb:

Be My Ghost by Carol J. Perry is the first book in the Haunted Haven Mystery Series. When Maureen Parker moves to the small town of Haunted Haven, she expects a quiet new start with her Golden Retriever, Finn. But the peaceful community soon reveals its secrets after a local body is found, thrusting Maureen into the middle of a puzzling murder investigation. As she digs deeper into the mystery, she discovers that the ghosts of the past are not the only things haunting the town—and that danger lurks closer than she thought. Cozy, charming, and full of quirky town characters, this book offers a perfect blend of lighthearted storytelling and engaging suspense.

Let’s talk about the book:

There are cozy mysteries, and then there are COZY MYSTERIES. For me, they’re like palate cleansers after more intense reads, and Carol J. Perry always hits the spot. Be My Ghost starts off light, but before you know it, there’s a body, and then the guessing game begins. By 20%, I had narrowed down my suspects to two: one straightforward option fitting an easy mystery, and one possible plot twist that, while fitting, I hoped wouldn’t be the choice. She went with the cozy choice, and it was exactly right. The flow was so comforting that I immediately put my “serious” TBR on hold to continue this series (only four books out so far!).

As for narration, C.S.E. Cooney’s performance is a true highlight. Her soothing, warm voice and perfect pacing make Maureen’s (and Finn’s) journey feel authentic and comforting, whether listened to at normal or faster speed. She knows exactly when to pause or elevate her voice, making the audiobook experience a joy.

Maureen, the protagonist, along with her Golden retriever Finn, feels like the perfect cozy mystery duo. This book is a perfect mix of heart, humor, and mystery, exactly what a cozy should be.

Would I recommend it?

This was a perfect start to a cozy series: Maureen is a fantastic main character, Finn the golden retriever is absolutely adorable, and the mix of humor, mystery, and supernatural touches kept me hooked. The narration made it even better. I’d absolutely recommend this to cozy mystery lovers, especially audiobook listeners.

Share your thoughts:

What do you like, when you want to take a break from intense books? Do easy cozies interest you? Or do you lose interest once you figure out the killer? Let’s talk in the comments section.