Personally, I love paranormal but then again, I also believe in the things that go bump in the night.
Byrd Nash is brilliant at creating this story!
Madame Chalamet is a Medium of sorts but calls herself a Ghost Talker. She is able to help solve a murder and some other interesting goings ons within the story.
I really like how the story is placed ‘way back when’ but written in modern English so that we can actually understand it.
I am new to this author but I was extremely impressed! I am all for a strong, independent female lead and Elinor fits the bill! The witty writing style just naturally pulls you in. It just eases you into an engaging, spooky tale! MUST READ!!
This novella is book one in a series of six books, and the reader is introduced to, Madame Elinor Chalamet, who is a ‘Ghost Talker’. Elinor was trained as a medium by the elite Morpheus Society, and she now uses her skills to help the police when needed. However, her main goal is hunting for her father’s killer. The police ask for Elinor’s help when a dead body is found in the canal, and she would succeed in solving the mystery if Tristan Fontaine, duke de Archambeau, wasn’t interfering and getting in her way. Told from Elinor’s POV, the storyline flowed well and the intriguing plot had me hooked from start to finish. Elinor is a great main character who brings the story together, and the descriptive narrative brings the setting to life. This gaslamp story has a mix of fantasy, ghosts, mystery, drama, and a slow burn romance. I look forward to carrying on Elinor’s adventures in the next novella!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2022-10-31 17:13:122022-11-01 12:36:15Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Jennifer Gordon
Wonderful read for anyone who enjoys the mysterious and paranormal. Well-written, I found the author’s style different, and it makes me want to pick up another one of her books. Great characterization, great plot, and a great setting – what else could we ask for? This is just the beginning of a series. So glad I picked this one up! Looking forward to reading more from this author!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tina Vegahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTina Vega2022-10-31 00:00:482022-11-01 12:34:14Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Tina Vega
This is the first book in the Madame Chalmet Ghost Mysteries series. I really enjoyed this story it was a quick read but the story was gripping and so good I read it in one sitting. The author does an amazing job with the characters and I love Elinor Chalamet. She is such a strong and fiesty character. She knows her skills and what she’s good at and she will stand up to anyone who trys to tell her otherwise.
Elinor has helped police before with murder cases. Her ability to speak with the dead and helped them solve cases in the past. So when she is asked to come talk to someone pulled out of the river she willingly accepts. What she doesn’t expect it to meet if Tristan Fontaine, duke de Archambeau. Tristan is involved because the person has some link to the royal family. Now Elinor has to try and solve this case while not allowing Tristan to get in her way but because of the situation and who this person is Tristan is determined to work along side Elinor and make sure the secrets stay with her.
As they work closer together it’s not just the mystery of the case they are solving. As time progresses feelings start to emerge that neither of them were expecting. Will they be able to find the killer before they strike again? Can Elinor keep her focus to find the killer or will Tristan because too much of a distraction.
This is an action packed paranormal romance and I can’t wait to read the next in the series.
This book grabbed me from the first line and wouldn’t let go! Ghost Talker by Byrd Nash is a perfect spooky mystery to curl up with, but beware, you won’t be able to put it down! The early 1900’s esque setting is vivid and beautiful and really works to set the perfect mood. I absolutely loved Elinor Chalamet’s Character, her skills, and her natural inquisitiveness. I also loved the scenes between her and the Duke of Archambeau, Tristan Fontaine, because they play off of each other really well and their relationship feels natural. Elinor and Tristan’s story is scary and gripping, with amazing twists and turns. Byrd Nash creates a truly satisfying ghost story that was a delight to read! I cannot wait to see what their next mystery is!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Susan Ratchfordhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSusan Ratchford2022-10-30 13:20:052022-11-01 12:21:17Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Susan Ratchford
This was a great book! I love the mix between the time-period piece and the supernatural! Elinor is a wonderful character that uses not only her supernatural skill set but also her investigative skills to help those who are grieving. And then add to it some mythical creatures and you really have a story. I hope to follow Madame Chalamet on her future adventures and hopefully see the romance between her and the duke Archembeau blossom (or maybe I’m reading too far into their interactions).
Love reading a good spooky mystery book in October. wonderfully written, excellent world building and truly likeable characters. I can’t wait for more. Ghosts, mediums, murder all you need for a Halloween read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Toni Sellershttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngToni Sellers2022-10-27 11:45:482022-11-01 11:24:16Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Toni Sellers
Fascinating start This is a very intriguing Gaslamp fantasy story featuring Madam Chalamet who is a trained medium. I loved the setting and the characterisation. Elinor Chalamet isn’t one to be trifled with. This book has mystery, action and slow burn romance, a great combination. This is the first of six novellas, and I am keen to see where the story goes.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rayne Easthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRayne East2022-10-27 06:01:052022-10-27 11:40:21Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Rayne East
Ghost Talker is the first book in the Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries series by Byrd Nash. This is a superb Gaslamp fantasy with mystery, crime & investigation, ghosts, history, slow-burn romance, murder, paranormal elements, the supernatural, a dark and moody atmosphere, intrigue, adventure, humour, and much more. I have loved everything I have read by this talented author, so it was never a question of whether I would read this book when it released. I love how Ms. Nash always seems to manage to bring us something different, fresh, new, and intriguing. This story is quite captivating as we join medium Elinor Chalamet as she uses her talents to help solve puzzling mysteries. This is a bit of an historical whodunnit which is cleverly woven into a Gaslight/Gaslamp fantasy period setting. It is fresh, and fun- with wonderful characters and a moody atmosphere which gives the whole story an extra element of interest. This is the first book in this new series which looks to have six instalments- so I am excited to see what Elinor gets up to in the coming books. Bring on Book #2- Delicious Death! Happy Reading…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2022-10-26 23:01:032022-10-27 11:39:10Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book #1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Angela Hayes
I went through many emotions reading this book. I laughed, cried, got frustrated, and even angry. This story follows Madame Elinor Chamalet and her plan to find her father’s murderer and finally gets justice. A certain Duke however has different plans for her and seems to keep getting in her way once she takes on the case of a murder in the canal and ends up in the deep end of the royal matters. Does she end up with the infuriating Duke or does she keeping? This book keeps you on your toes and reading to the very end to see what happens next. I found this book very well written, and paced fairly well. I cant wait to read the rest of the series!
This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. Ghost Talker is the first book in the Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Series. The author has a way with words. This book was hard for me to put down.
Elinor can talk to ghosts, but she can also determine if jewels are real or not. She finds herself in a predicament. There she finds not only one mystery, but two. What happened to the Duke’s wife? The quote I chose for Elinor is: “Yes, your majesty, I did Ghost Talk with a man that identified himself as Giles Monet. Mysir de Archambeau was present, and the gendarme representatives Inspector Marcellus Barbier and Sergeant Quincy Dupont. Dr. Charlotte LaRue was the attending physician.”
Having read Byrd Nash in the past, I consider this a “trusted” author and I was looking forward to what this series would have in store for me. I am a believer in some paranormal things and was looking forward to reading this. The story did not disappoint at all. The main character was enjoyable and often times, humorous. I don’t often read historical books but I did enjoy the setting and atmosphere of this book as a whole. This is a quick read with the promise of 5 more installments. I look forward to reading more.
This book was by far a must read for me. I could not put this down. The story was full of intrigue, as well as the characters that really shaped how the story would go! A great read!
Personally loved Elinor. She was devoted in her search for the truth. She knew there would be danger in her quest, but she stayed persistent. The book was great! Ghosts, unanswered secrets, and a path that proved more to be found than what it seemed. I devoured this book! The characters were great, and some you loved, and others not so much! I cannot wait to read the continuation I very much enjoyed this book!
Great read full of intrigue and suspense. I highly recommend it. I think that everyone would enjoy this read. Especially around this time of year! For a spooky read that holds your interest, check out this must read!
Ghost Talker is the first book in this historical six-book series Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries. It is a Gaslamp ghostly fantasy tale. Byrd writes strong sassy female characters in her stories and this one is no different. The story is told in the first person POV. This slow burn mystery romance is a quick, and intriguing read with humour.
Medium Elinor Chalamet finds herself going up against a ghost in the Beyond whilst trying to catch a killer. However, a certain someone keeps getting in her way making things harder than they need to be in more than one way.
It will be interesting to see where Byrd takes the story.
Madame Chalamet is what is known as a Ghost Talker. When she is asked to speak to a dead body found in the river, she doesn’t hesitate especially since the Duke de Archambeau has taken an interest in this particular body.
Once at the morgue, Madame Chalamet calls upon the ghost and has time to ask it only three questions: who are you, describe the last hour of your life and who is the last person you saw?
Turns out Giles, the dead person, was an illicit relation to royalty. The Duke thinks that Madame has heard too much and takes her to stay at his home until some royal business is concluded. At the same time The Duke and Madame try to solve the mystery of the dead body and missing items.
There were some moments between the two that I got some minor will they/won’t they feelings. The main story of this particular novella concluded nicely but the author left room to continue in this world.
Personally, I had some difficulty following some of the lingo and titles which made it so I was not 100% immersed in the book like I would want to be.
I am so glad I found this book I’ve been wanting something a little different for the spooky season and this book definitely delivered that. I have never read anything by this author before but I found their writing to be wonderful, and the story was simply amazing. The characters were very descriptive, and the perfect mix of historical atmosphere and paranormal genres was just out of this world. This os said to be the beginning of a series and trust me I will be looking for more.
This is a brilliant example of a fantasy book that would appeal to readers of all genres. The author has created a story that is clearly fantasy but it is done in a subtle and creative way. I loved the main character to the book. She was feisty and interesting in a way that makes you sit up and pay attention to her. This is an author that I have become familiar with over the last couple of years and I am yet to find a book of hers that I don’t enjoy. She doesn’t’ seem afraid to try new things and to push the expectations of the reader. This was a brilliant book and a great start to a new series.
Now, I’m not one to usually enjoy mystery and intrigue style stories, but this one caught me with the first sentence: “Dead bodies interrupted my dessert course.” The one who uttered that sentence is the star of this book; a scintillating and headstrong woman by the name of Elinor. Her job as a Medium gets her in some interesting situations, and this time, she’s dealing with matters with the royalty. I’m excited to continue reading these books, and see where Elinor Chalamet goes!
Excellent Book! Great characters and story line which made for an entertaining read. This is a fast read and you will be invested from the start. Great start to a new series, looking forward to reading more. Recommend for those who like thriller and mystery stories.
Excellent Book! Great characters and story line which made for an entertaining read. This is a fast read and you will be invested from the start. Great start to a new series, looking forward to reading more. Recommend for those who like thriller and mystery stories.
This is the first book in the series and with the name, I really was surprised by what I found out reading the book. First, I thought that the leading female being called Madame gave me a few different thoughts. Could she be a ballerina, she by all means in my mind had an authoritarian role and was elderly. This was not the case at all she isn’t even 30. She is working with police and talking with a ghost throughout the story. The author does give you a list of characters and pronunciations of everything, which I was grateful for. This is set in the 1900’s and the Madame is met with some people that don’t believe in what she does. However, she doesn’t let that bother her and she gets involved with this case. It takes so many twists and turns that I didn’t even know where the book was going to go. It was the first time in a long time that I was able to completely loose myself in a book. I completely enjoyed this book. It was well written and the characters had superior development. I am eagerly looking forward to the next book in the series. Reviewed by: @bbohls
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Barbara Bohlshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBarbara Bohls2022-10-26 10:50:002022-10-27 11:30:02Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Barbara Bohls
I enjoyed this thrilling ghost story. This is an author that I have enjoyed reading from the start. This is one of my favorites by this author yet. This is a shorter story that packs a punch in the edge sitting suspense. A well written creative story that I read in one sitting. A story about Elinor and her search for her father’s killer and what she finds to get into along the way. This is a great engaging story that you don’t want to miss. The characters had me coming back for more and I can’t wait for the next installment of this series. A great story that I highly recommend. A must read.
Madame Elinor Chalamet battles a ghost in the Beyond.
Trained as a medium by the elite Morpheus Society, Elinor Chalamet uses her skills to aid the police while she hunts for her father’s killer in the coastal city of Alenbonne.
But a dead body found in the canal puts her in deep with royal matters. And she might even succeed in solving the mystery if Tristan Fontaine, duke de Archambeau, would stop getting in her way.
The first of a six part gaslamp fantasy ghost mystery series featuring a strong female character in a slow burn romance.
Spinning tales of subtle magic with unexpected twists, she packages satisfying stories that reads like no others. Byrd writes the book you need, not the one you expected.
Described by one reviewer as a “literary glass of bourbon after a long day,” and another: “When I get a Byrd story, I know I’m in good hands.”
Whether it is a Doppelgänger who was once a medieval knight now working in college administration, or an updated Red Riding Hood escaping a post-WWI wolf pack, her characters all feel real.
That Celtic goddess at the pet store? She’s someone you know. A medieval queen fleeing an abusive marriage? You experience her pain and triumph.
With a B.A. in journalism, she worked as a newspaper reporter, covering news, schools, and lifestyle for both weeklies and dailies. She was the first journalist to serve as director of The Forest Heritage Center in Beavers Bend State Park, Oklahoma.
Her hobbies include reading, nature hikes, and traveling when she has the money. She seldom has the money. Married to a man who reads all her books but with two adult children who never read them. Byrd has cats, which makes her a legit author.
Madame Elinor Chalamet battles a ghost in the Beyond.
Trained as a medium by the elite Morpheus Society, Elinor Chalamet uses her skills to aid the police while she hunts for her father’s killer in the coastal city of Alenbonne.
But a dead body found in the canal puts her in deep with royal matters. And she might even succeed in solving the mystery if Tristan Fontaine, duke de Archambeau, would stop getting in her way.
The first of a six part gaslamp fantasy ghost mystery series featuring a strong female character in a slow burn romance.
Madame Elinor Chalamet battles a ghost in the Beyond.
Trained as a medium by the elite Morpheus Society, Elinor Chalamet uses her skills to aid the police while she hunts for her father’s killer in the coastal city of Alenbonne.
But a dead body found in the canal puts her in deep with royal matters. And she might even succeed in solving the mystery if Tristan Fontaine, duke de Archambeau, would stop getting in her way.
The first of a six part gaslamp fantasy ghost mystery series featuring a strong female character in a slow burn romance.
A Spell of Rowans is the first book I’ve read by Byrd Nash and I am hooked. The page turning story of the Rowan Siblings. There’s multiple villains, intrigue and of course magic. I can’t wait to read the next books in the series. I am a Byrd Nash fan now.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kristinehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKristine2021-11-10 14:14:302021-11-11 08:00:38A Spell of Rowans by Byrd Nash – Review by Kristine Solano-Witucky
A Spell of Rowans is not your typical book. The characters are raw and stripped bare, forced to face a past no one wants to revisit. The sins of the mother drag at them as they have their whole life. Can these siblings escape what was? Will their mother finally succeed in her games?
“Ding dong, the witch is dead” is the first thing that Victoria, Phillipa and Liam Rowan think when they have confirmation that their mother has died, there is no love lost there and because of this, they have grown apart, however, her death will bring them back together again in their home town of Grimsby. As they reunite, all their past traumas and experiences come back to haunt them, but their gifts don’t make that easy for them either, in fact, it only makes it harder.
As Victoria packs for her trip, she mentally prepares herself for the emotional turmoil which her upcoming train journey will bring, the battle to keep her emotions separate from the crowds around her, so she times it for when the commuters will be heading home, so that it is more like white noise than anything else, but an unexpected companion throws her off her game. As she is doing this, her brother Liam is going about his usual routine at their mothers antique shop Rosemary Thyme, he is checking all the furniture and listening to what each piece has to say about its past and what it wants for its future. Meanwhile, Phillipa is doing her best to keep to the plan she has created to work through all the issues which come with her having Power Of Attorney for her deceased mother, both financial and emotional and the fallout of the things she has been told by said woman.
When the three reunite, they haven’t met face to face in years and the changes wrought to them all shock Victoria a little, but they start to work through Phillipa’s plan, however, things start to go wrong as soon as Victoria enters their childhood home, when someone throws a stone through the window and the next day her brother is arrested for as crime he did not commit. Will the three siblings be able to untangle the mess that their mother has left behind, or will they be drawn back into a life they desperately want to leave behind? This is an action packed and thrilling mystery which will keep you guessing right until the end as the riddle is solved in an unconventional way.
The cover art for this book instantly grabbed my attention; it was too beautiful to scroll past! After a quick look at the synopsis I instantly wanted to read it. It certainly did not disappoint! Nash managed to blend my two favorite genres, mystery and fantasy. It was my first novel by this author, but I will be keeping an eye out for more.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kristy Nelsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKristy Nelson2021-11-09 21:55:462021-11-10 06:52:55A Spell of Rowans by Byrd Nash – Review by Kristy Nelson
A Spell of Rowans by Byrd Nash was a very interesting read. Based on the cover and the synopsis I was expecting more paranormal and fantasy, but was pleasantly surprised by a murder mystery, contemporary with some magic mixed in. But that’s not all A Spell of Rowans gives us well defined characters, a mysterious plot, and great word building all pull the reader in. The characters were so beautifully built that you will soon find yourself feeling all of their emotions as if they were a real person. So if your looking for a great book to read this week I highly recommend A Spell of Rowans by Byrd Nash.
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