Last week I shared with you the series by Karen White called Return to Tradd Street. That book I was asked to reviewed was the first one I have read in the series, but it was book number four. Kicking off this week is the next book in the series that I was fortunate enough to review called The Guests on South Battery.
To celebrate this new release, you can check out my previous review, linked above, as well as my thoughts on this book below. Plus, as a special treat, I am offering a huge giveaway for the entire series! Read on for more info.
THE GUESTS ON SOUTH BATTERY by Karen White
Series: Tradd Street (Book 5)
Publisher: Berkley (January 10, 2017)
ISBN-13: 978-0451475237
THE GUESTS ON SOUTH BATTERY picks up on the picturesque streets of Charleston after Melanie has given birth to twins, and is married to the love of her life, Jack Trenholm. Melanie’s maternity leave has reached its end and she is less than thrilled to return to work, especially when she’s awoken by a phone call with no voice on the other end, and the uneasy feeling that the ghostly apparitions that have stayed silent for over a year are about to invade her life once more.
Review of The Guests on South Battery by Karen White
This new book picks up after the babies are born and Melanie heads back to work. Things get interesting on the very first day and continue through the entire story. With plenty of ghosts, strange happenings, and new people entering her life, Melanie’s days are anything but calming or normal.
This book was very entertaining and the author knows how to write a great mystery. With the backdrop in Charleston and surrounding all of the old houses there, the author has crafted another book full of mystery and intrigue, along with some history of the area too.
There’s plenty of research that was done for the writing of this book and it’s evident with the love of history, antiques, and old homes that shines through in this story. The characters are strong, the relationships are tested, and it’s just a fun read all around.
There are a few things in this story that made me a little nuts. For one was the issue between Melanie and Jake. It was a pretty big issue but yet once the truth came to light, it was all glazed over. Then the wrap up of story and the ending felt pretty rushed. Another annoyance is that it seems that everyone controls Melanie and she has a little input in her own well being. That was frustrating to me!
These books are very easy to read on their own but obviously reading them in order is a plus. Highly entertaining, easy to read, and easy to get engrossed in, The Guests on South Battery is a winner in my book!
About Karen White:
Karen White is the New York Times bestselling author of twenty novels, including Flight Patterns, The Sound of Glass, A Long Time Gone, and The Time Between, and the coauthor of The Forgotten Room with New York Times bestselling authors Beatriz Williams and Lauren Willig.
Question for the Author:
What’s your favorite part about the Tradd Street Series? Are these books more or less fun to write than your stand-alone novels?
Karen:
Maybe it’s because I’ve been with these characters for eight years, but I love writing the series more than any of my other books. The setting, the ever-expanding cast of characters, and the paranormal happenings make these books my favorites to write. They also give me the opportunity to inject more humor than I do in my stand alone books. Every time I start a new Tradd Street novel, it’s like visiting old friends.
Enter the Giveaway of the Complete Series
One winner will receive a copy of the complete series, including this new release! Here is how to enter!
Giveaway Details: This giveaway is open to US Residents age 18 or over. You must complete the Mandatory Entry to be eligible. Follow the directions in the Giveaway Tool below. This giveaway will close on January , 2017 at 11:59pm PST Time.
Disclaimer:The Berkley brand provided me with a book for purpose of review. The thoughts expressed here are my own and you may not agree. Sponsor is responsible for prize shipment
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19 thoughts on “The Guests on South Battery by Karen White: Review”
I love Karen’s books and that she writes mystery, which are my favorite kind.
I’d like to read A Long Time Gone.
The Sound of Glass.
A long time gone would also be a good read. Thank you
I’d like to read the sound of glass
They all sound great!
I love this series. Can’t wait to read this new one!
I would love to read The Lost Hours!
I learned that Karen White spent her early years in England.
Love the recipe for Southern Queen Comfort.
i am excited for the upcoming release of the night the lights went out.
The Sound of Glass sounds good too
The Sound of Glass was a very good read. I was holed up in a hotel room for a chilly weekend near Chicago and really enjoyed it!
I think that the “The Sound of Glass” sounds interesting!
I would love to read A Long Time Gone! It sounds very interesting and different!
Everything I’ve ever read of Karen White’s has been fabulous. She is one of my favorite author’s. I’ve even gotten to meet her twice! 🙂
I would really like to read Spinning the Moon.
I would like to read The Lost Hours.
I think I would enjoy reading The House on Tradd Street