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A Girl Named Ghost" is a haunting psychological thriller of family secrets, unraveling reality, twists that keep you guessing.
The story of my birth was both mystery and tragedy.
Ghost Grace White died the day she was born. Though revived by doctors, no one could rescue her fragile mother from the grip of psychosis. Raised by her Grandma June, Ghost heard countless stories about the mother she never knew and the life she lived before being institutionalized. Now twenty-six, Ghost fears a genetic curse will one day usurp her own sanity.
That’s when a spectral man in a black fedora appears. Repeatedly.
After losing one child to mental illness, Juniper “June” White has vowed to never lose another. Determined to protect her granddaughter at all costs, she is hellbent on ensuring love and harmony are all that Ghost ever knows.
Then, Ghost demands to meet her mother.
When decades of betrayal and deceit are discovered in a hidden suitcase full of letters, Ghost and Juniper quickly realize the deadly price of uncovering the truth. And as the hatted man continues to materialize with gruesome revelations about her family, Ghost has no idea who to trust—especially if she can’t trust her own mind.
A Girl Named Ghost by S.R. Webster is a deeply unsettling and immersive psychological thriller that explores the fragile boundaries between reality and delusion. At its core is Ghost Grace White, a woman haunted not only by her family’s dark and twisted history but also by the enigmatic presence of a spectral man in a black fedora who may or may not exist. As Ghost delves into decades-old secrets and betrayals, her grip on reality begins to crumble, leading her—and the reader—into a labyrinth of mistrust, trauma, and startling revelations.
Webster masterfully crafts a narrative that alternates between Ghost’s intimate first-person perspective and her grandmother Juniper’s third-person account, weaving together a multigenerational tale of trauma and secrets. This structure not only deepens the exploration of generational wounds but also highlights how the past continues to shape the present in both tangible and psychological ways. The pacing is relentless, with each chapter pulling readers deeper into Ghost’s paranoia and uncertainty, making it nearly impossible to step away from the story.
What truly sets A Girl Named Ghost apart is its atmosphere of ambiguity and tension. Every character in Ghost’s life—from her overbearing grandmother to her seemingly supportive boyfriend—carries an air of suspicion, keeping readers on edge and questioning who can truly be trusted. Webster skillfully balances the narrative’s psychological depth with moments of shocking violence and graphic detail, adding to the story’s unsettling nature. This intensity, while compelling, makes the novel best suited for mature audiences who can appreciate its darker themes.
Fans of psychological suspense and thrillers that blur the line between reality and illusion will find A Girl Named Ghost to be an unforgettable experience. With its haunting prose, richly flawed characters, and expertly executed twists, Webster delivers a chilling tale that lingers in the mind long after the final page is turned.
Reviewed by
Frank Torn, a Brisbane-based author with a passion for storytelling, has spent the last decade honing his craft. Starting with darkly humorous memoirs and venturing into the chilling realms of horror, Frank’s work reflects his unique perspective and fearless creativity.
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