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Ashley Poston

The Dead Romantics

Ashley PostonFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022

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Ashley Poston

The Dead Romantics

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Oak Grove, South Carolina • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Ashley Poston's The Dead Romantics, Florence Day, a ghostwriter who has lost her belief in romance after a painful breakup, returns to her hometown for her father’s funeral and encounters the ghost of her editor, Benji Andor. As Florence navigates family grief and reconnects with her past, she helps Benji with his unfinished business, rekindling her faith in love and finding her own path to healing and creativity.

Bittersweet

Romantic

Emotional

Humorous

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

4.1

196,946 ratings

71%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston is lauded for its unique blend of romance and supernatural elements, engaging readers with its quirky and heartfelt narrative. Critics praise its witty dialogue and well-drawn characters. However, some find the plot predictable and feel the pacing drags in places. Overall, it's a charming and enjoyable read for romance enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Dead Romantics?

Readers who would enjoy The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston are fans of whimsical, contemporary romances with a blend of supernatural elements. They likely appreciate the quirky charm of The Ghost Bride by Yangsze Choo or the heartfelt magic of Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier. These readers enjoy a mix of the poignant and the fantastical.

4.1

196,946 ratings

71%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Oak Grove, South Carolina • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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