My Chasing Your Ghost Book Review - No Spoilers
Plot Summary
Chasing Your Ghost by Maggie I. Fields is the first in The Unseen series. Riley, a college-age medium who inherited her ability from her father, has always stood out as the “weird girl” who can see and communicate with ghosts. Just before college, she moves in with her estranged mother and a new stepfamily—where the past isn’t quite at rest. Riley quickly encounters Asher, her stepbrother Noah’s missing best friend, whose disappearance is unsolved and whose presence as a ghost only she can sense. With the help of Noah and her stepsister Ella, Riley sets out to help Asher—unraveling the mystery of what happened to him while keeping the truth about her talents secret. As the investigation deepens, Riley’s bond with Asher grows, and she finds herself fighting with both heart and head against the pain of inevitable loss.
Why I Love This Book
I love how this book blends paranormal suspense with raw emotion. Riley’s voice is sharp, guarded, but full of feeling—her growth from outcast to someone willing to risk connection had me hooked. The premise feels authentic and heartbreaking; watching Riley fall for Asher, knowing she’ll eventually have to say goodbye, really hurt in the best way. I care about these characters—their flaws, sadness, and messy relationships. The story’s pacing and reveals push me to keep reading, and I couldn’t tear myself away until the very last page.
The dynamic between Riley and Asher is intense and bittersweet. I’m drawn to how the book deals honestly with feeling alone, the weight of secrets, and the ache of wanting something you might have to let go. I cried more than once, especially in scenes where Riley is forced to balance helping a lost soul with respecting her family’s grief. There’s plenty of suspense and a bit of supernatural chilliness, yet the overall mood is hopeful and full of heart.
Even though the supernatural mechanics are sometimes simple, the emotional stakes keep everything grounded. The writing is filled with little details—pop culture, humor, grief—that make this more than just a ghost story. It felt both unique and familiar, and it’s a story I won’t forget any time soon.
Who Will Like This Book
If you love emotional paranormal romance with a strong character voice, this is a must-read. It’s perfect for fans of stories about mediums or ghostly connections, messy blended families, forbidden attachment, and heartbreak that keeps you up late. If you want new adult or mature YA romance with some genuine angst and tears—plus a little bit of heat—this will hit the spot. However, reader beware:
⚠️ Trigger warning: This novel contains graphic kidnapping, religious bigotry, abandonment, sexual assault, and blood. There’s moderate sexual content and emotional pain related to loss and trauma. Approach with care if these are sensitive topics for you.
Tagged As
paranormal romance, ghost romance, medium heroine, new adult, found family, forbidden romance, grief, trauma recovery, suspense, contemporary fantasy, step-siblings, emotional romance, mystery, dual pov, slow burn, angst, heartbreak, open-door romance, series, indie romance
Steam Level
There are some steamy scenes and strong romantic tension, but nothing too explicit. The emotional intensity and heartbreak are at the center, making the spice feel earned and meaningful.
This novel is #1 on our list of 8 Best Ghost Romance Novels. View the full list.
