Haunted Ever After - by Jen DeLuca (Paperback)

About the Book

"Small Florida coastal towns often find themselves scrambling for the tourism dollars that the Orlando theme parks leave behind. And within the town limits of Boneyard Key, the residents decided long ago to lean into its ghostliness. Nick Royer, owner of the Hallowed Grounds coffee shop, embraces the ghost tourism that keeps the local economy afloat, as well as his spectral roommate. At least he doesn't have to run air-conditioning. Cassie Rutherford possibly overreacted to all her friends getting married and having kids by leaving Orlando and buying a flipped historic cottage in Boneyard Key. Though there's something unusual with her new home (her laptop won't charge in any outlets, and the poetry magnets on her fridge definitely didn't read "WRONG" and "MY HOUSE" when she put them up), she's charmed by the colorful history surrounding her. And she's catching a certain vibe from the grumpy coffee shop owner whenever he slips her a free slice of banana bread along with her coffee order. As Nick takes her on a ghost tour, sharing town gossip that tourists don't get to hear, and they spend nights side-by-side looking into the former owners of her haunted cottage, their connection solidifies into something very real and enticing. But Cassie's worried she's in too deep with this whole (haunted) home ownership thing...and Nick's afraid to get too close in case Cassie gets scared away for good."--

Book Synopsis

"[A] wonderfully spooky supernatural rom-com."--People

Cassie thought Boneyard Key's ghosts were tourist schtick, until her new home came with one--but can the attentions of the sexy coffee shop owner convince her to stay, instead of ghosting the town?

Small Florida coastal towns often find themselves scrambling for the tourism dollars that the Orlando theme parks leave behind. And within the town limits of Boneyard Key, the residents decided long ago to lean into its ghostliness. Nick Royer, owner of the Hallowed Grounds coffee shop, embraces the ghost tourism that keeps the local economy afloat, as well as his spectral roommate. At least he doesn't have to run air-conditioning.

Cassie Rutherford possibly overreacted to all her friends getting married and having kids by leaving Orlando and buying a flipped historic cottage in Boneyard Key. Though there's something unusual with her new home (her laptop won't charge in any outlets, and the poetry magnets on her fridge definitely didn't read "WRONG" and "MY HOUSE" when she put them up), she's charmed by the colorful history surrounding her. And she's catching a certain vibe from the grumpy coffee shop owner whenever he slips her a free slice of banana bread along with her coffee order.

As Nick takes her on a ghost tour, sharing town gossip that tourists don't get to hear, and they spend nights side-by-side looking into the former owners of her haunted cottage, their connection solidifies into something very real and enticing. But Cassie's worried she's in too deep with this whole (haunted) home ownership thing...and Nick's afraid to get too close in case Cassie gets scared away for good.

Review Quotes

"The tension in this romance is elegantly poised around knowing when to hold on and when to let go--and the Gothic plot in the tropical setting makes this a standout paranormal."--The New York Times

"Jen DeLuca does it again! Like your favorite iced latte from the hot barista who totally hates you (but not really), Haunted Ever After is the most delicious mix of chilling haunts and sweetened kisses to perk you right up. It's the perfect read for all the October girls who have to suffer through summer at the beach. A spirited, sexy read!"--Ashley Poston, New York Times bestselling author of The Dead Romantics

"I, too, want a ghost roommate (and Nick's banana bread and hazelnut lattes) in a charming beach town where the dead linger and the living locals know all the best secret spots. Haunted Ever After is so much fun, with characters that feel real, spooky vibes mixed with small-town sweetness, and an intriguing dash of mystery. Just like its invisible residents, I never want to leave Boneyard Key."--Sarah Hogle, author of Old Flame and New Fortunes

"Jen DeLuca brings her signature wit and warmth to a town where even ghosts can believe in true love. Featuring a charming, swoonworthy romance, Haunted Ever After is a sheer pleasure to read and has established Boneyard Key as my new favorite spooky vacation spot."--Gwenda Bond, New York Times bestselling author of Mr. & Mrs. Witch

"Haunted Ever After is Jen DeLuca's best yet, and that's saying something. A deeply satisfying brew of longing, feels, and ghostly hijinks, this is a love story that delivers the goods. Plus, DeLuca's thoughtful commentary on the expectations we place on women--past and present--is cinnamon on the banana bread. Oh, my romantic, feminist heart!"--Megan Bannen, author of The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy

"Clever, funny, and a bit spooky, Haunted Ever After will appeal to cozy mystery and paranormal romance readers alike... DeLuca creates a charming town full of entertainingly quirky characters sure to leave readers wanting more stories set in Boneyard Key."--Shelf Awareness

"DeLuca's quirky romance hits all the right notes, from the cozy beach-town setting to the personable locals both living and spectral."--Washington Independent Review of Books

"A quirky, funny and charming contemporary romance with the perfect addition of paranormal activity."--Romance by the Book

About the Author

Jen DeLuca was born and raised near Richmond, Virginia, but now lives in Arizona with her husband and a houseful of rescue pets. She loves latte-flavored lattes, Hokies football, and the Oxford comma. Her novels, Well Met, Well Played, Well Matched, and Well Traveled were inspired by her time volunteering as a pub wench with her local Renaissance Faire.