Such a great series.

The established couple of Dannel and Osian are back with another cozy mystery to interfere in. They are pretty busy with their podcast, their cosplay commissions and the planning of their wedding. Add this new mystery so Dannel and Osian’s lives become a bit chaotic.

Naturally the group of friends assist in the “investigation” wherever possible and the Detective Inspector leading the case may sigh and warn them but otherwise let’s them carry on regardless.
Although it’s not a hard mystery to solve this is another enjoyable and engaging instalment in the series.

I adore the relationship between Dannel and Osian, it’s fade to black low heat with so much tenderness, love and understanding between them. They had me smiling and giggling especially when it comes to their unbridled love of, and daily consumption of, coffee and cake! There’s so much joy in reading these two wonderful characters and I sincerely hope we get to see them again.

What an absolute delight this was to read. I loved every moment right from the start and it was wonderful to be back amongst the ghosts, humans and general mayhem of Mannix Estate. This time hotel manager Kieran gets his HEA when circumstances bring demon hunter Connor to the Estate.

We learn that the vortex is actually called a gateway and an unknown entity is making itself known. Kieran doesn’t get a very good first impression of the somewhat flirty, abrasive and annoying Connor but as they get to know one another better Kieran’s initial feelings change. There’s a bit of back and forth between them but they do both highly respect each other’s abilities in their chosen careers and recognise the chemistry that bubbling between them.
“When are you going to realise that the whole eighth-grade tease-the-person-you-like think doesn’t apply to adults in the real world? If you’ve got a thing for the foxy redhead, hit on him. Don’t torment him.”

This is an enjoyable and entertaining low heat romance balanced with an intriguing plot and a cast of interesting main and side characters. The antics of the ghosts had me giggling at times and the HEA for Kieran and Connor made my heart happy. I’m looking forward to Daniel and Skye having their story told next, especially after getting a glimpse into their dynamic!

3.5 stars.
I really didn’t feel that the romance between the characters was explored enough. The story felt that it was mostly about TS and Raf, with not enough depth regarding Luke so I felt like I didn’t get the opportunity to really know him.