Merry Spooky Love by Josie Silver: Review

I am not usually a big reader of fantasy or paranormal stories, but if it is written in a fun and humorous way, I love them!

Last year I was introduced to this author through her book Crazy Spooky Love, and I enjoyed the characters so much! So when a new book in the series showed up in my inbox, oh yeah. I knew I had to read it.

Check out my thoughts below for my full review.

Merry Spooky Love by Josie Silver
Publisher‏: Dell
Publication date: ‎ October 13, 2026
ISBN-13: ‎ 978-0593983041

OVERVIEW:
Melody Bittersweet’s Christmases are always more haunted than holly jolly, but even she’s not used to a heartbreak holiday—which this one could end up being, if she can’t save a beloved family-run department store… and if, despite their incredible chemistry and deepening emotional connection, her on-and-off boyfriend, Fletcher Gunn, still won’t believe in her paranormal abilities.

When Lucy Libertine, namesake of the charming old-school department store Libertines, unexpectedly dies, the store goes to her deceased sister’s three children: businessman twins Francis and Tom, and their younger sister Fleur.

Despite Fleur and the local community protesting, the twins are excited to sell up. They hold all the cards as the majority shareholders—that is, until Lucy Libertine herself decides to even the playing field, haunting the twins out of house and home (and department store).

While the twins call in Melody’s ghost-hunting ex to defend them, Lucy goes to Melody to represent Fleur and the deceased Libertine family. Melody is all too happy to take another job, save a beloved local store, and maybe knock her ex down a paranormal peg or two.

But old paperwork states that the store cannot be sold within three months of the death of a board member—and Lucy has already been dead for one. With tensions riding high and her relationship with Fletcher caught in the crosshairs, Melody and her crew only have two months left to save the store.

If they don’t, Libertines will close its doors on Christmas Eve—forever.

Merry Spooky Love by Josie Silver Review

If you enjoy a cute story loaded with humorous, eclectic characters, this series and this book bring them to you.

Melody can see and speak with spirits. This tends to cause issues with some people, especially her man crush, Fletch. They are on fire for each other, but he does not believe in her work. Because of this, sparks fly in different ways throughout this story, heat and fire.

Silver brings back many of the same fabulous characters in this story: friends, family, and foes. The new characters are just as delightful and add depth to the story.

Merry Spooky Love is a cozy mystery with the flair of paranormal aspects. We get humor and fun blended into a unique storyline. Melody and company keep us entertained, especially with Fletch. Definitely an HEA alert!!

4 STARS!

Disclaimer: Affiliate Links have been included – Chris has personally reviewed the product listed above. She has not received any monetary compensation for her review but did receive a free ebook so she could evaluate and use it for this post. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ.