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A Wraith at Midnight: A Historical Romance Anthology
When spooky manors and or ghostly specters call, this stunning collection of haunted Historical Romance novellas is sure to answer, leaving you breathless with ethereal, romantic tales…
Welcome to A WRAITH AT MIDNIGHT anthology!
Many of your favorite Historical Romance authors have come together for a collection of never-before published stories inspired by legendary hauntings and ghostly myths. A derelict old castle? A spectral lady wandering the forests? These tales will give you a chill, a thrill, and have you reading them over and over. From the moors of Devon to the ballrooms of Regency London, and far north into the Scottish Highlands, these stories will bring you wistful dreams of legendary and haunting romance. You’ve never before experience a collection like this by some of the very best authors in Historical Romance.
Authors in this anthology
Mary Jo Putney
Chasity Bowlin
Susan King
Mary Wine
Jade Lee
Maeve Greyson
Paula Quinn
Ruth A. Casie
Sandra Sookoo
Aurrora St. James
E.L. Johnson
Lock your doors, light your candle, and settle down to this smashing collection of darkly-tinged romantic stories with unforgettable heroes, magnificent ladies, and perhaps a spectral pet or two. Romance has never been so daring… or so haunting!
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Welcome to A WRAITH AT MIDNIGHT anthology!
Many of your favorite Historical Romance authors have come together for a collection of never-before published stories inspired by legendary hauntings and ghostly myths. A derelict old castle? A spectral lady wandering the forests? These tales will give you a chill, a thrill, and have you reading them over and over. From the moors of Devon to the ballrooms of Regency London, and far north into the Scottish Highlands, these stories will bring you wistful dreams of legendary and haunting romance. You’ve never before experience a collection like this by some of the very best authors in Historical Romance.
Authors in this anthology
Mary Jo Putney
Chasity Bowlin
Susan King
Mary Wine
Jade Lee
Maeve Greyson
Paula Quinn
Ruth A. Casie
Sandra Sookoo
Aurrora St. James
E.L. Johnson
Lock your doors, light your candle, and settle down to this smashing collection of darkly-tinged romantic stories with unforgettable heroes, magnificent ladies, and perhaps a spectral pet or two. Romance has never been so daring… or so haunting!
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638 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 26, 2024
About the author
Mary Jo Putney
143 books2,230 followersShe writes young adult fiction as M.J. Putney.
Mary Jo Putney was born on 1946 in Upstate New York with a reading addiction, a condition for which there is no known cure. After earning degrees in English Literature and Industrial Design at Syracuse University, she did various forms of design work in California and England before inertia took over in Baltimore, Maryland, where she has lived very comfortably ever since.
While becoming a novelist was her ultimate fantasy, it never occurred to her that writing was an achievable goal until she acquired a computer for other purposes. When the realization hit that a computer was the ultimate writing tool, she charged merrily into her first book with an ignorance that illustrates the adage that fools rush in where angels fear to tread.
Fortune sometimes favors the foolish and her first book sold quickly, thereby changing her life forever, in most ways for the better. (“But why didn't anyone tell me that writing would change the way one reads?”) Like a lemming over a cliff, she gave up her freelance graphic design business to become a full-time writer as soon as possible.
Since 1987, Ms. Putney has published twenty-nine books and counting. Her stories are noted for psychological depth and unusual subject matter such as alcoholism, death and dying, and domestic abuse. She has made all of the national bestseller lists including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USAToday, and Publishers Weekly. Five of her books have been named among the year’s top five romances by The Library Journal. The Spiral Path and Stolen Magic were chosen as one of Top Ten romances of their years by Booklist, published by the American Library Association.
A nine-time finalist for the Romance Writers of America RITA, she has won RITAs for Dancing on the Wind and The Rake and the Reformer and is on the RWA Honor Roll for bestselling authors. She has been awarded two Romantic Times Career Achievement Awards, four NJRW Golden Leaf awards, plus the NJRW career achievement award for historical romance. Though most of her books have been historical, she has also published three contemporary romances. The Marriage Spell will be out in June 2006 in hardcover, and Stolen Magic (written as M. J. Putney) will be released in July 2006.
Ms. Putney says that not least among the blessings of a full-time writing career is that one almost never has to wear pantyhose.
Mary Jo Putney was born on 1946 in Upstate New York with a reading addiction, a condition for which there is no known cure. After earning degrees in English Literature and Industrial Design at Syracuse University, she did various forms of design work in California and England before inertia took over in Baltimore, Maryland, where she has lived very comfortably ever since.
While becoming a novelist was her ultimate fantasy, it never occurred to her that writing was an achievable goal until she acquired a computer for other purposes. When the realization hit that a computer was the ultimate writing tool, she charged merrily into her first book with an ignorance that illustrates the adage that fools rush in where angels fear to tread.
Fortune sometimes favors the foolish and her first book sold quickly, thereby changing her life forever, in most ways for the better. (“But why didn't anyone tell me that writing would change the way one reads?”) Like a lemming over a cliff, she gave up her freelance graphic design business to become a full-time writer as soon as possible.
Since 1987, Ms. Putney has published twenty-nine books and counting. Her stories are noted for psychological depth and unusual subject matter such as alcoholism, death and dying, and domestic abuse. She has made all of the national bestseller lists including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USAToday, and Publishers Weekly. Five of her books have been named among the year’s top five romances by The Library Journal. The Spiral Path and Stolen Magic were chosen as one of Top Ten romances of their years by Booklist, published by the American Library Association.
A nine-time finalist for the Romance Writers of America RITA, she has won RITAs for Dancing on the Wind and The Rake and the Reformer and is on the RWA Honor Roll for bestselling authors. She has been awarded two Romantic Times Career Achievement Awards, four NJRW Golden Leaf awards, plus the NJRW career achievement award for historical romance. Though most of her books have been historical, she has also published three contemporary romances. The Marriage Spell will be out in June 2006 in hardcover, and Stolen Magic (written as M. J. Putney) will be released in July 2006.
Ms. Putney says that not least among the blessings of a full-time writing career is that one almost never has to wear pantyhose.
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October 26, 2024
A very good anthology featuring nearly a dozen authors, the stories are all short so ideal for filling the odd hour or two, also an ideal book to delve into at this time of year as each story revolves around hauntings & ghosts. I thoroughly enjoyed them
I voluntarily read and reviewed a special copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own
I voluntarily read and reviewed a special copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own
October 20, 2024
5 stars
A lovely collection of stories relating to Halloween and Wraiths. I certainly enjoyed the first two thirds of the book some of the latter stories were less to my take but all great. Thoroughly recommend.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own
A lovely collection of stories relating to Halloween and Wraiths. I certainly enjoyed the first two thirds of the book some of the latter stories were less to my take but all great. Thoroughly recommend.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own
October 22, 2024
The Cat Who Walked Through Walls Mary Jo Putney
this story is about feline match makers who help bring together a returning war hero and his childhood best friend. He has unexpectedly inherited a title and his aunt is hosting a party for him to find aside. With The help of the magical cats, they rediscover one another. It was vey sweet and clean. just my kind of ghost story (cats). Clean romance and New to me author 3/5
The Night We Met Chasity Bowlin
Another new to me author this story is a hose hold that is haunted y th ghost of the former governess. Philippa is a woman escaping something in her past and jumps a the chance to take a position in a remote area. Devon is the uncle and now caretaker of his niece after both her parents and her last governess passed away. Together they work to solve the haunting of the castle and bring his niece out of her shell all while falling in love. Clean romance. 3/5
Ghostly Lady of Braemore Susan King
I have read this author before but I just don't love medieval timeframe books. This one was great though I think cause it wasn't about war and stuff like that. Gavin loves Elinor but he discovers the details of the curse placed on his family and decides to take matters in his own hands. However they must work together to free the ghost and curse that haunts his family. Can they fall in love as well. Really a fun ghost story and sweet romance. Clean once again but 5/5 for what I was looking for in this anthology.
Midnight Tempest Mary Wine
New to me author, Not Clean Romance, medieval story. I liked this story quite a lot. There is a person that can see into the future that deliverers prophecy surrounding a ghost that is haunting the laird's tower and his son. I liked the ghost story a lot and even though it felt so quick to fall in love, it made sense in the context of this story. I only wish that the starting story with our MFC was completely wrapped up. 4.5/5
Lady Vengeance by Jade Lee
Not a new to me author but the prologue edited and an exert of another story which I may read some day. Lady Scot. This was interesting, it was more romance than spooky story but the spookiness came from nightmares that the MFC has. The MMC is introduced while he is helping her but also puts her in place so to speak and thus begins this lite enemies to lovers. Her dreams are not clean and very HOT. This is wanton woman and I get it. His kids are cute cause they aren't perfect little girls they cause some havoc and I loved that. Definitely adding the other series to my TBR if it isn't already there. 4/5 only cause I would have enjoyed a little more spooky/magic
A Regrettable Curse by Maeve Greyson
Not a new author to me. Hmm this story is centered around a family that is cursed And has ghost! the man that cursed the family, his grandson is trying to break it by falling into true love and finding happiness. We are introduce to our couple after their marriage and our MMC has fallen in love at first sight. This felt like it could have been great its a little macabre and if it leaned a little more in to that it could have been a comedy. This is probably not a true clean space but its like a 0 on the open door scale. I like how honest the couple was with one another. 2.5/5
A Love For All Time Paula Quinn
New to me author. A decent story, this ha the time travel troupe modern day lady inherits older family home and meets the ghost that haunts it. She works with him to resolve the issues so that they can be together. Not a troupe that really interest me BUT fit the theme Of the book so I liked it. Clean 4/5.
My Heart’s Song Ruth A. Casie
New to me author. Edythe is on the way to her ancestral home she inherited and meets James on the sway headed to the same area. She comes to find that the house is a little haunted by previous lovers and works with those in the House hold and James to lift the curse. Can James and her get their happy ending? Clean but felt just okay. I liked that their was a mystery and the music box. 3/5
The Earl’s Haunted Heart Aurrora St. James
New to me author. Open door but not descriptive. Eve is being forced in to a marriage she does not want because she is able to sense ghost. Ambrose is cursed by a previous family member and stuck going mad by himself at his home. They come together to lift the curse and to love one another, will they get their HEA? I really liked this book all the characters seemed well fleshed for such a short book. Also there is an adorable cat. This is linked to the authors previous series and a to a future series I will be on the look out for. 5/5
An Invitation to Murder by E.L. Johnson
New to me author. I would say more on the cozy mystery side with a slice of romance. I LOVED it. Very much reminded me of the game clue. A group of people are invited to stay the night at a haunted mansion if they make it till the next morning they get 100 pounds each. I appreciate the usage of Romani (see its not that hard to respect a group of people's desired name) I liked our female detective Violet. This was short and sweet and a good mystery with an obvious outcome but enough red herrings to make you doubt yourself. 5/5
I did not read one story in this book but I did not like what I previously read by that author so I decided to skip it.
this story is about feline match makers who help bring together a returning war hero and his childhood best friend. He has unexpectedly inherited a title and his aunt is hosting a party for him to find aside. With The help of the magical cats, they rediscover one another. It was vey sweet and clean. just my kind of ghost story (cats). Clean romance and New to me author 3/5
The Night We Met Chasity Bowlin
Another new to me author this story is a hose hold that is haunted y th ghost of the former governess. Philippa is a woman escaping something in her past and jumps a the chance to take a position in a remote area. Devon is the uncle and now caretaker of his niece after both her parents and her last governess passed away. Together they work to solve the haunting of the castle and bring his niece out of her shell all while falling in love. Clean romance. 3/5
Ghostly Lady of Braemore Susan King
I have read this author before but I just don't love medieval timeframe books. This one was great though I think cause it wasn't about war and stuff like that. Gavin loves Elinor but he discovers the details of the curse placed on his family and decides to take matters in his own hands. However they must work together to free the ghost and curse that haunts his family. Can they fall in love as well. Really a fun ghost story and sweet romance. Clean once again but 5/5 for what I was looking for in this anthology.
Midnight Tempest Mary Wine
New to me author, Not Clean Romance, medieval story. I liked this story quite a lot. There is a person that can see into the future that deliverers prophecy surrounding a ghost that is haunting the laird's tower and his son. I liked the ghost story a lot and even though it felt so quick to fall in love, it made sense in the context of this story. I only wish that the starting story with our MFC was completely wrapped up. 4.5/5
Lady Vengeance by Jade Lee
Not a new to me author but the prologue edited and an exert of another story which I may read some day. Lady Scot. This was interesting, it was more romance than spooky story but the spookiness came from nightmares that the MFC has. The MMC is introduced while he is helping her but also puts her in place so to speak and thus begins this lite enemies to lovers. Her dreams are not clean and very HOT. This is wanton woman and I get it. His kids are cute cause they aren't perfect little girls they cause some havoc and I loved that. Definitely adding the other series to my TBR if it isn't already there. 4/5 only cause I would have enjoyed a little more spooky/magic
A Regrettable Curse by Maeve Greyson
Not a new author to me. Hmm this story is centered around a family that is cursed And has ghost! the man that cursed the family, his grandson is trying to break it by falling into true love and finding happiness. We are introduce to our couple after their marriage and our MMC has fallen in love at first sight. This felt like it could have been great its a little macabre and if it leaned a little more in to that it could have been a comedy. This is probably not a true clean space but its like a 0 on the open door scale. I like how honest the couple was with one another. 2.5/5
A Love For All Time Paula Quinn
New to me author. A decent story, this ha the time travel troupe modern day lady inherits older family home and meets the ghost that haunts it. She works with him to resolve the issues so that they can be together. Not a troupe that really interest me BUT fit the theme Of the book so I liked it. Clean 4/5.
My Heart’s Song Ruth A. Casie
New to me author. Edythe is on the way to her ancestral home she inherited and meets James on the sway headed to the same area. She comes to find that the house is a little haunted by previous lovers and works with those in the House hold and James to lift the curse. Can James and her get their happy ending? Clean but felt just okay. I liked that their was a mystery and the music box. 3/5
The Earl’s Haunted Heart Aurrora St. James
New to me author. Open door but not descriptive. Eve is being forced in to a marriage she does not want because she is able to sense ghost. Ambrose is cursed by a previous family member and stuck going mad by himself at his home. They come together to lift the curse and to love one another, will they get their HEA? I really liked this book all the characters seemed well fleshed for such a short book. Also there is an adorable cat. This is linked to the authors previous series and a to a future series I will be on the look out for. 5/5
An Invitation to Murder by E.L. Johnson
New to me author. I would say more on the cozy mystery side with a slice of romance. I LOVED it. Very much reminded me of the game clue. A group of people are invited to stay the night at a haunted mansion if they make it till the next morning they get 100 pounds each. I appreciate the usage of Romani (see its not that hard to respect a group of people's desired name) I liked our female detective Violet. This was short and sweet and a good mystery with an obvious outcome but enough red herrings to make you doubt yourself. 5/5
I did not read one story in this book but I did not like what I previously read by that author so I decided to skip it.
October 21, 2024
I'm always on the lookout for themed anthologies, and this collection of 11 Gothic, historical romance stories is the perfect way to spend a cozy evening, curled up with a warm blanket and some Halloween candy or hot chocolate.
Each entry is short and sweet, sitting at about 50 pages each with varying levels of spice and spooky, paranormal twists. You've got stories featuring haunted mansions, ghosts, time travel, ancient family curses, love potions, and murder mysteries. There also a mix of romance tropes including friends-to-lovers, a second chance romance, and insta-love. With so many options, there's bound to be something for everyone to enjoy.
Cat lovers will find the entries by Mary Jo Putney and Aurrora St. James to be a must read. My other favorites include "The Night We Met" by Chastity Bowlin for a very classic Gothic, Jane Eyre feel, and "A Regrettable Curse" by Maeve Greyson that has a ghostly pov to a very cute love story.
My overall impression of this anthology is that each story is well fitted to the collection's theme, but the editing as a whole was lacking. I felt like there were a few stories that were very similar either in plot or in the paranormal aspect that ended up next to each other. This made for a slower pace, and I admit that my enthusiasm and enjoyment of the collection weakened because of the repetition. If the order was changed, I know I would have enjoyed a few entries a lot more than I did.
Highly recommend for historical romance lovers and for anyone looking to spend the spooky season in a cozy way.
I was provided with an advanced copy for free through NetGalley. All opinions are my own and voluntarily given.
Each entry is short and sweet, sitting at about 50 pages each with varying levels of spice and spooky, paranormal twists. You've got stories featuring haunted mansions, ghosts, time travel, ancient family curses, love potions, and murder mysteries. There also a mix of romance tropes including friends-to-lovers, a second chance romance, and insta-love. With so many options, there's bound to be something for everyone to enjoy.
Cat lovers will find the entries by Mary Jo Putney and Aurrora St. James to be a must read. My other favorites include "The Night We Met" by Chastity Bowlin for a very classic Gothic, Jane Eyre feel, and "A Regrettable Curse" by Maeve Greyson that has a ghostly pov to a very cute love story.
My overall impression of this anthology is that each story is well fitted to the collection's theme, but the editing as a whole was lacking. I felt like there were a few stories that were very similar either in plot or in the paranormal aspect that ended up next to each other. This made for a slower pace, and I admit that my enthusiasm and enjoyment of the collection weakened because of the repetition. If the order was changed, I know I would have enjoyed a few entries a lot more than I did.
Highly recommend for historical romance lovers and for anyone looking to spend the spooky season in a cozy way.
I was provided with an advanced copy for free through NetGalley. All opinions are my own and voluntarily given.
November 11, 2024
I am not usually a huge fan of ghost stories, but this was a wonderful anthology. This was a combination of true paranormal stories and others with tricksters to seem like there was a ghost. It was a perfect October read. I wish it had been released a little earlier because this kept me entertained for days. Although this is an anthology of novellas, they were each a decent length; so I only read one per day and finished well after Halloween. If you enjoy HR, I recommend picking up as it is a great value.
October 27, 2024
*I received a free ARC from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for my honest review*
As with any anthology or collection of stories there were some here that I really liked, some that were just okay, and a few that didn't really work for me. The big difference between this Dragonblade Halloween anthology and past ones is that the ones here seem tame by comparison. Definitely more light-hearted or human-based rather than scary and supernatural. My favorite stories were those by Maeve Grayson (both sad and funny at the same time with the ghosts a bit on the bumbling side), Paula Quinn (really liked how the characters started off strongly disliking one another and their bond grew the more they interacted - the time travel part was good too), Aurrora St. James (partly because it was really well crafted and partly because it tied back to her Earl's Timely Wallflower book which is a favorite of mine), and E.L. Johnson (the mystery wasn't too difficult to figure out but there was a nice twist and then made you question if there really was a ghost or not). The stories by Sandra Sookoo and Jade Lee were good by themselves but didn't really quite fit in with the theme and the supernatural parts felt a little forced.
As with any anthology or collection of stories there were some here that I really liked, some that were just okay, and a few that didn't really work for me. The big difference between this Dragonblade Halloween anthology and past ones is that the ones here seem tame by comparison. Definitely more light-hearted or human-based rather than scary and supernatural. My favorite stories were those by Maeve Grayson (both sad and funny at the same time with the ghosts a bit on the bumbling side), Paula Quinn (really liked how the characters started off strongly disliking one another and their bond grew the more they interacted - the time travel part was good too), Aurrora St. James (partly because it was really well crafted and partly because it tied back to her Earl's Timely Wallflower book which is a favorite of mine), and E.L. Johnson (the mystery wasn't too difficult to figure out but there was a nice twist and then made you question if there really was a ghost or not). The stories by Sandra Sookoo and Jade Lee were good by themselves but didn't really quite fit in with the theme and the supernatural parts felt a little forced.
October 27, 2024
A Wraith at Midnight, A Historical Romance Anthology by Mary Jo Putney, Chasity Bowlin, Susan King, Mary Wine, Jade Lee, Maeve Greyson, Paula Quinn, Ruth A. Casie, Sandra Sookoo, Aurrora St. James, and E.L. Johnson contains stories that are supernatural and atmospheric. Some are spookier than others, but none are horror, scary stories. Some have more romance than others. Many are clean or closed bedroom door with a few more streamy ones.
Of course, I liked some better than the others. My personal likes are the following:
The Cat Who Walked Through Walls by Mary Jo Putney, with some wonderful feline match makers.
A Regrettable Curse by Maeve Greyson with a curse to be broken.
My Heart’s Song Ruth A. Casie, a new-to-me-author with a haunted house with a curse to be broken.
Others may have different favorites since there is sure to be something for everyone. Isn’t that the best thing about anthologies, something for everyone.
Of course, I liked some better than the others. My personal likes are the following:
The Cat Who Walked Through Walls by Mary Jo Putney, with some wonderful feline match makers.
A Regrettable Curse by Maeve Greyson with a curse to be broken.
My Heart’s Song Ruth A. Casie, a new-to-me-author with a haunted house with a curse to be broken.
Others may have different favorites since there is sure to be something for everyone. Isn’t that the best thing about anthologies, something for everyone.
November 13, 2024
A fun Halloween time read to get you in the spirit of the spooky season. 11 authors come together to offer their stories of ghosts, haunted mansions, a few fun furry animals to add some humor and spirits, And of course, a HEA to top everything off. I enjoyed most of the novella's, a few authors I had never read before, and several I have. My favorites were "The Cat Who Walked Through Walls" by Mary Jo Putney about two friends who grew up together that realize they were made for each other all along, by the help of what else, cats who walk through walls. A few were predictable, but still enjoyable. One or two could be expanded into full length books and I would read all over again with more details, One such was, "Ghostly Lady at Braemore," I'll read more by this author. "Regretable Curse" by Maeve Greyson was humorous, ghsts and mistakes and lost love, and new love. An Invitation to Murder" includes attempted murder and matchmaking. A great way to end the anthology.
All together I enjoyed this and would read over again next year.
All together I enjoyed this and would read over again next year.
November 6, 2024
I loved this collection of “spooky” stories and I read it just in time for Halloween. I love the idea of a collection of short stories together by different authors to give us a way to discover new authors. In this fun collection we found stories inspired by myths and legends together in never-before published stories that you will want to read over and over. I found some new-to-me authors like Maeve Greyson and Sandra Sookoo. There were even some of my favorite authors included like Chasity Bowlin and Mary Jo Putney. Every story was so creative and fun, even gave me some chills. It is the perfect collection to snuggle up on a cold day and read. I am always a fan of ghost stories. I never knew I would love the idea of spooky romances but I am sure a huge fan now. You're going to love this collection and you will not be able to put it down.
1000 stars
1000 stars
October 11, 2024
I generally love a themed anthology, and I was looking forward to some spooky HistRom stories! I rarely read all stories in an antho and this one was no different, those that I did read were atmospheric, some more paranormal than others.
I did pick this up for one author specifically and was very disappointed that their story in this "never-before published" anthology was in fact "excerpted and edited from" a 2022 Dragonblade title.
Thank you to the publisher for an eARC of this book via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
I did pick this up for one author specifically and was very disappointed that their story in this "never-before published" anthology was in fact "excerpted and edited from" a 2022 Dragonblade title.
Thank you to the publisher for an eARC of this book via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
October 22, 2024
Whenever I am asked to recommend an author or genre to anyone looking for something new or different, I have a long list of anthologies, including this one, that I recommend. Anthologies are the best way to discover authors. They must flex their writing skills to provide great stories in th elength of most chapters. I've added many authors to my TBR lists and so have my reading buddies and family. This anthology is eleven authors tasked to write haunting romances. Each story weaves a gothic thread through a romance sure to find a place in your dreams this spooky season.
October 26, 2024
I absolutely loved this collection of haunted Historical Romances! Romances that have spooky and/or haunted romances are my favorite, and this collection hit the ball out of the park. I especially enjoyed that all of the novellas in this collection were true historical romances that definitely had the haunted storyline. I didn’t feel like I was missing either of those elements, which I imagine is difficult for authors trying to get that balance. Kudos to the authors and kudos to the publisher. I hope to see more offerings in this vein.
October 26, 2024
A series of stories from amazing author to keep you warm on Halloween. Each story is wrapped in the ideas and concepts of Halloween. A black cat with matchmaking ideas, nightmare dreams that foretell darkness, ghosts and more. Each author brings to life a short story that always includes romance and love. For those who haven't read these authors, this is an exceptional value and opportunity to read amazing creativity. For those of us who follow and read these authors, a great way to spend a few afternoons with old friends. Love it!
October 14, 2024
3.5 stars rounded up. This is overall an entertaining collection of ghost-themed HR novellas, with varying levels of spookiness and romance. I discovered a couple of authors I would like to read more from in the future. (Note: the Jade Lee entry was edited from a previously published work).
I read an ARC of this anthology and this is my honest, voluntary review. Thanks to the authors, Dragon Blade publishing, and Net Galley for this opportunity.
I read an ARC of this anthology and this is my honest, voluntary review. Thanks to the authors, Dragon Blade publishing, and Net Galley for this opportunity.
October 22, 2024
I absolutely loved every single story in this collection! From start to finish, this book kept me entertained and coming back for more. Just when I thought I had read my favourite, the next one was just as good. The underlying theme of Halloween was fantastic as well. I highly recommend this book for lovers of short stories that will nevertheless leave you satisfied. I’m giving A WRAITH AT MIDNIGHT the judy.ann.loves.books stamp of approval, TBR & Enjoy!
November 9, 2024
Enchanting, Haunting, and Absolutely Delightful
I read all the stories in this wonderful historical romance boxed set. I found them all to be delightful. There are ghosts, hauntings, and other happenings that will give you chills. However, there is also love that will keep evil at bay. I recommend this delightful anthology to those who like historical romance with a healthy dose of the paranormal. This lovely boxed set will provide many hours of delightful entertainment.
I read all the stories in this wonderful historical romance boxed set. I found them all to be delightful. There are ghosts, hauntings, and other happenings that will give you chills. However, there is also love that will keep evil at bay. I recommend this delightful anthology to those who like historical romance with a healthy dose of the paranormal. This lovely boxed set will provide many hours of delightful entertainment.
October 29, 2024
Eleven amazing authors share this collection of supernatural Halloween stories. There is something for everyone's enjoyment. Plenty of spooky, ghostly stories, haunted romances, and wonderful characters. A matchmaking black cat was one of my personal favorites.
I recommend sitting back with a cup of tea or coffee and take your time enjoying these stories!
I recommend sitting back with a cup of tea or coffee and take your time enjoying these stories!
November 2, 2024
A Wealth at Midnight: A Historical Romance Anthology,Mary Jo Putney, Chastity Bowlin, Susan King, Ma
This is great book full of mystery, intrigue and much romance. Each story is so enjoyable with the ear ie feeling of a mystery with a romantic vibe. You have
to read each authors amazing imagination. I loved each story.
This is great book full of mystery, intrigue and much romance. Each story is so enjoyable with the ear ie feeling of a mystery with a romantic vibe. You have
to read each authors amazing imagination. I loved each story.
October 27, 2024
I really enjoyed reading this Halloween theme anthology by the various authors!! I thought each author did a great job with their stories!! The stories were fun with wonderful characters and was perfect for setting the mood for Halloween!! I highly recommend this book!!
October 29, 2024
I would like to thank Netgalley and Dragonblade Publishing for a free copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
This was a real mixed bag, I DNF’d six of the novellas. I did however really enjoy Jade Lee’s and Susan King’s stories.
This was a real mixed bag, I DNF’d six of the novellas. I did however really enjoy Jade Lee’s and Susan King’s stories.
October 30, 2024
Loved the idea of this anthology, but I expected something more halloween-ish. Most of the stories are a little bit spoky but nothing with horror or scary, which is bittersweet.
But in general, I enjoyed it.
Thanks to the publisher for the advanced copy
But in general, I enjoyed it.
Thanks to the publisher for the advanced copy
October 31, 2024
A variety of spooky historical romance
All of these historical romance stories feature a ghostly presence of one form or another but all of them finish with a happy ending for the couple.
All of these historical romance stories feature a ghostly presence of one form or another but all of them finish with a happy ending for the couple.
November 11, 2024
Hauntingly Spirited Stories! Love it! ❤️
This is a great read for the season! Such a wonderful group of authors putting together these Halloween stories in perfect accord! Thank you ladies! 😀
This is a great read for the season! Such a wonderful group of authors putting together these Halloween stories in perfect accord! Thank you ladies! 😀
November 12, 2024
A cute collection of ghostly / paranormal stories written by 11 popular authors. Perfect collection for a perfect October, but the novellas can also be read as quick entertainment.
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October 27, 2024
Perfect for a Halloween read....
Yes, please! Historical meets spooky novellas.
Lot's of stories to choose from.
Lot's of authors to choose from.
Recommend.
Yes, please! Historical meets spooky novellas.
Lot's of stories to choose from.
Lot's of authors to choose from.
Recommend.
October 28, 2024
A wrath at Midnight
Loved the stories. Each author takes you on a journey with ghosts and what a good time to read this book. BOO
Loved the stories. Each author takes you on a journey with ghosts and what a good time to read this book. BOO
October 30, 2024
Thoroughly enjoyed this collection of spooky stories! Before I read this, the only author I was familiar with was Mary Jo Putney, but I loved this great ensemble of haunting tales. Highly recommend!!
November 1, 2024
I read Mary Jo Putney's story tonight. I enjoyed it thoroughly. I'll read the other stories soon.
November 4, 2024
A spooky, enticing and very entertaining haunted historical romance collection. Chills and thrills and happily ever afters. There's something different and captivating in each story.
November 5, 2024
really fun
Almost every story is a keeper! Each is different, and each is entertaining. The Mary Jo putney story, with the cats, is especially fun but they are all good
Almost every story is a keeper! Each is different, and each is entertaining. The Mary Jo putney story, with the cats, is especially fun but they are all good
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