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Mrs. Morris and the Day of the Dead (Salem B&B, #10)
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When Salem B&B owner Charlene Morris investigates the case of a missing woman over a haunted Halloween weekend, she may find herself playing host to a whole new ghost in the newest paranormal cozy mystery from Traci Wilton!
Charlene and her spectral companion, Dr. Jack Strathmore, are moved by crystal healer Isabella Perez’s story about her missing sister, Marisol, a talented psychic of uncommon natural gifts. The spooky season is the ideal time to contact the departed for some answers; could someone from the other side reveal the truth about her disappearance . . . and the location of the priceless bejeweled statue she took with her?
Jack mistrusts Marisol’s fiancé, Rico Flores, but any number of suspects had reason to wish Marisol ill, including an embittered stalker obsessed with the talented bruja, a jealous rival witch, and a shady businessman more given to more dirty tricks than treats. Charlene’s beau, Detective Sam Holden, is on the case, but unmasking the culprit may require an assist from beyond the grave. Thank goodness it’s Halloween, when the veil between the living and the dead is at its thinnest . . .
Charlene and her spectral companion, Dr. Jack Strathmore, are moved by crystal healer Isabella Perez’s story about her missing sister, Marisol, a talented psychic of uncommon natural gifts. The spooky season is the ideal time to contact the departed for some answers; could someone from the other side reveal the truth about her disappearance . . . and the location of the priceless bejeweled statue she took with her?
Jack mistrusts Marisol’s fiancé, Rico Flores, but any number of suspects had reason to wish Marisol ill, including an embittered stalker obsessed with the talented bruja, a jealous rival witch, and a shady businessman more given to more dirty tricks than treats. Charlene’s beau, Detective Sam Holden, is on the case, but unmasking the culprit may require an assist from beyond the grave. Thank goodness it’s Halloween, when the veil between the living and the dead is at its thinnest . . .
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“the ending made me cry but it was beautiful. Im really sad that the series is finished.”
“that ending”
“Book Review: Mrs. Morris and the Day of the Dead (A Salem B&B Mystery Book 10) by Traci Wilton
Rating: 4 Stars
I picked up Mrs. Morris and the Day of the Dead with zero expectations beyond a cozy, Halloween-tinged read—and I came away thoroughly charmed. Traci Wilton delivers another gentle, paranormal cozy that balances atmosphere, likable characters, and a properly twisty mystery. I’m giving it four stars because it’s a lot of fun, even if a few beats feel comfortably familiar to longtime cozy readers.
At the heart of the story is Charlene Morris, the warm and inquisitive owner of a Salem B&B, who once again finds herself neck-deep in a case that mixes the supernatural with small-town intrigue. This time Charlene and her ever-helpful ghostly sidekick, Dr. Jack Strathmore, get pulled into the disappearance of Marisol, a gifted psychic whose sister Isabella turns to them for help. The timing is perfect—Halloween and Day of the Dead festivities mean the veil between worlds feels paper-thin, making it the ideal moment to ask the dead for answers about Marisol’s whereabouts and a missing, jewel-encrusted statue.
Wilton lines up a neat roster of suspects. There’s Rico, Marisol’s fiancé, who raises Jack’s suspicions; an obsessive ex-stalker; a rival with obvious motives; and a sleazy businessman who traffics in threats more than treats. Detective Sam Holden, Charlene’s boyfriend, is on the official trail, but some leads only open when you have a ghost helping ask the right questions. I liked that the investigation felt well plotted—the clues were doled out fairly and the culprit didn’t feel shoehorned in at the end.
A few personal notes: the cover drew me in immediately—bright, festive, and perfectly on-theme—and I only realized as I finished that this book wraps up the series. I have to say I’m glad for closure; Wilton ties up several character threads in a satisfying way without making the ending feel rushed. The ensemble of characters is one of the book’s best assets: they’re warm, distinct, and easy to care about. And the Salem setting, with its seasonal celebrations and ghost-friendly atmosphere, is rendered with just the right amount of spooky charm.
Why four stars and not five? Mostly because some moments hit familiar cozy beats a little predictably. That said, the familiar structure is also part of this subgenre’s comfort, and Wilton still manages to keep the story engaging and the stakes personal enough to matter.
If you enjoy paranormal cozies with a strong sense of place, a hospitable protagonist, and a mystery that rewards you for paying attention, Mrs. Morris and the Day of the Dead is a satisfying read. I loved revisiting these characters one last time, and I appreciated that the author tied up the series in a way that felt both tidy and heartfelt.
⚠️This review was written based on personal opinions and experiences with the book. Individual preferences may vary⚠️”
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