Ghost Ups Her Game (A Bailey Ruth Ghost Novel, 9)
Ghost Ups Her Game (A Bailey Ruth Ghost Novel, 9) book cover

Ghost Ups Her Game (A Bailey Ruth Ghost Novel, 9)

Hardcover – August 4, 2020

Price
$14.97
Format
Hardcover
Pages
224
Publisher
Severn House
Publication Date
ISBN-13
978-0727890474
Dimensions
5.6 x 1 x 8.6 inches
Weight
14.1 ounces

Description

"Cozy fans in search of otherworldly escape need look no further" -- " Publishers Weekly on Ghost on the Case " "The well-constructed plot offers an ample supply of red herrings. Fans of benign ghosts such as those in Blithe Spirit and Topper will find a lot to like" -- " Publishers Weekly on Ghost Gone Wild " "A charmer of a detective, a twisty mystery, and a feel-good story that's balm for our troubled times" -- " Kirkus Reviews " "Amusing ... A warmhearted traditional mystery that will appeal to fans of Nancy Atherton's "Aunt Dimity" books -- " Library Journal " "Delightful ... Bailey Ruth's concern for the vulnerable makes her a particularly endearing sleuth. Fans of paranormal cozies will be in heaven" -- " Publishers Weekly " “Amusing … A warmhearted traditional mystery that will appeal to fans of Nancy Atherton’s “Aunt Dimity” books ― Library Journal "The well-constructed plot offers an ample supply of red herrings. Fans of benign ghosts such as those in Blithe Spirit and Topper will find a lot to like" ― Publishers Weekly on Ghost Gone Wild "Cozy fans in search of otherworldly escape need look no further" ― Publishers Weekly on Ghost on the Case “A charmer of a detective, a twisty mystery, and a feel-good story that’s balm for our troubled times” ― Kirkus Reviews “Delightful … Bailey Ruth’s concern for the vulnerable makes her a particularly endearing sleuth. Fans of paranormal cozies will be in heaven” ― Publishers Weekly From the Inside Flap CAROLYN HART GHOST UPS HER GAME New York Times bestselling author Carolyn Hart's warm-hearted sleuth returns in the ninth Bailey Ruth Ghost Novel, with a case that will test even her Heavenly powers. After a busy morning dispatching emissaries from Heaven's Department of Good Intentions to those in need, Bailey Ruth Raeburn is feeling flush with success. So when an urgent call for help comes through from her old hometown, she can't resist taking on the mission herself. After all, what could go wrong? With the shouted warning of her boss, Wiggins - "Irregular! Problematic!" - ringing in her ears, she arrives to face a shocking scene: Professor Iris Gallagher leaning over the corpse of her colleague Matt Lambert, the murder weapon clutched in her hand. Bailey Ruth is only sent to help the innocent, but things are looking very black for Iris. With Wiggins breathing down her neck, and her old friend Police Chief Sam Cobb casting doubt on her every theory, Bailey Ruth must uncover the truth - or this could be the last trip to earth she's ever allowed to make. Praise for the Bailey Ruth Ghost Novels: "Charming . . . Replete with relatable characters, this cleverly plotted tale will keep readers guessing until the end" Publishers Weekly on Ghost Times Two "Hart's amusing and vivacious ghostly sleuth puts her invisibility, her gusto and her sharp mind to good use in her latest outing" Kirkus Reviews on Ghost Wanted "The well-constructed plot offers an ample supply of red herrings. Fans of benign ghosts such as those in Blithe Spirit and Topper will find a lot to like" Publishers Weekly on Ghost Gone Wild "Fans of Sue Ann Jaffarian's Ghost of Granny Apples series will also enjoy this entry in an amusing, clever series" Booklist on Ghost Gone Wild Grand Master of Mystery Carolyn Hart is the New York Times bestselling author of over sixty novels of mystery and suspense, including the Death on Demand, Henrie O and Bailey Ruth series. Her books have won numerous prizes, including Agathas, Anthonys and Macavitys, and she has been personally honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award from Malice Domestic and the Ridley Pearson Award for significant contributions to the mystery field. One of the founding members of Sisters in Crime, Hart lives in Tulsa and enjoys the company of a sweet brown tabby. Read more

Features & Highlights

  • New York Times
  • bestselling author Carolyn Hart's warm-hearted sleuth returns in the ninth Bailey Ruth Ghost Novel, with a case that will test even her Heavenly powers
  • After a busy morning dispatching emissaries from Heaven's Department of Good Intentions to those in need, Bailey Ruth Raeburn is feeling flush with success. So when an urgent call for help comes through from her old hometown, she can't resist taking on the mission herself. After all, what could go wrong? With the shouted warning of her boss, Wiggins - "Irregular! Problematic!" - ringing in her ears, she arrives to face a shocking scene: Professor Iris Gallagher leaning over the corpse of her colleague Matt Lambert, the murder weapon clutched in her hand. Bailey Ruth is only sent to help the innocent, but things are looking very black for Iris. With Wiggins breathing down her neck, and her old friend Police Chief Sam Cobb casting doubt on her every theory, Bailey Ruth must uncover the truth - or this could be the last trip to earth she's ever allowed to make.

Customer Reviews

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Love Carolyn Hart and Bailey Ruth

I love this series. Protagonist is a sassy redheaded ghost...can't go wrong with that.
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Fun read

It's always fun to hang out with Bailey Ruth. Very entertaining. If you like this series you should also read the Death on Demand series by Carolyn Hart. Thank you Carolyn!
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Came as expected

Personal
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great plot

good reading, good plot
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Carolyn Hart ups her game!

Time and time again, author Carolyn Hart outshines herself with each new book she adds to her resume of titles. That stands true again in Ms. Hart's newest Bailey Ruth novel, GHOST UPS HER GAME.

This 9th in the Bailey Ruth Ghost Mysteries, was an intriguing read that I finished in one setting. I couldn't put it down! I was bummed when I turned the page and found myself on the last one.

I'm ending this review because I'm afraid I'll give the entire story away if I continue. Seriously, I want to talk about it that much.

If you're a Baily Ruth fan, you have got to read, GHOST UPS HER GAME! If you haven't read the series, get to reading it! If you like your mysteries with a para-cozy feel, you're in for a fun ride!
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Great Read

I enjoyed "Ghost Ups Her Game" from the first page to the last. Bailey Ruth is one of my favorite characters and Carolyn Hart brings her characters to life. I got caught up in the story and would not put it down.
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Ghosts are Funny?

I love reading Carolyn Hart books, but have really appreciated the Bailey Ruth series. I wish Ms Hart had a new book more often ---- but I know how much work goes into writing, so I forgive her. Anxiously awaiting her next book!
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Mystery-solving ghost just gets better at her job

Who you gonna call when an innocent earthling needs heavenly help?

Bailey Ruth Raeburn.

Late of Adelaide, Oklahoma, Bailey Ruth returns to earth whenever someone in her hometown needs her. She and her husband, who perished with her in a boating accident some years ago, love heaven, but it's nice to go home for a visit.

Book nine in Carolyn Hart's celestial series, Ghost Ups Her Game, is a delight. The murder is a real puzzler: Who killed a college fundraiser at an awards banquet and why? The principals are well drawn.

As always, the supporting cast -- the regulars -- are always engaging. There's Adelaide Police Chief Sam Cobb, who has learned to appreciate the clues provided by a stylishly dressed red head who appears and disappears in a flash. Wilkins, in charge of earthly assignments, grows more lenient as the cases go by. The comfort-food laden menu at Lulu's Diner makes the eatery a character too.
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Charming with a fun well crafted sleuth

This is the 9th book in the " Bailey Ruth Ghost Series". I have read several in the series and always enjoy returning to the series. This is a charming series and I was thrilled to read this long awaited book for review. Bailey is a fun protagonist and I love the paranormal aspect of this fun series. Thank you to the publisher and to Net Galley for the opportunity. My review opinion is my own.

This mystery was so well crafted it kept me on the edge of my seat. I loved the supporting charcters and how the sleuth progresses. Bailey is always fun to follow on her ghostly adventures. I look forward to the next in series.
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it's by Carolyn

another great book by Carolyn Hart. She is one of the best.