REVIEW: Ghosts of the Missing by Kathleen Donohoe - 4 stars

Title: Ghosts of the Missing

Genre: Adult Mystery

Author: Kathleen Donohoe

Synopsis: 

On Saturday, October 28, 1995, a girl vanished.  She was not a child particularly prized in town...When questioned by reporters, those who’d known Rowan described her as ‘quiet’ and ‘loner’ and ‘shy’ and even ‘awkward.’ Words for pity.

Culleton, New York has a long history—of writers, of artists, and of unsolved mysteries. It’s where Adair grew up before she moved to Brooklyn to try to make it as an artist. But after years away from her hometown and little to show for it, Adair decides to return. She moves back in to Moye House, the old mansion, and current writer’s retreat, imbued with her family's legacy.

Ciaran is a writer staying at Moye House in the hopes of finally solving the mystery of what happened to Rowan Kinnane—his sister, and Adair’s childhood best friend. As the two begin investigating, secrets long buried rise to the surface, complicating their sense of themselves and their understanding of what happened on that fateful day.

Publisher: Mariner Books

Publication: February 11th 2020

Cover Rating: 3/5

Reading Format: Owned Paperback

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Ghosts of the Missing by Kathleen Donohoe is the engrossing story of Ciaran and Adair as they try to solve the 1995 disappearance of twelve-year-old Rowan. It is also a story about AIDS/HIV, some historical aspects, writing and so much more.

I picked this book up on a whim, I was trying to expand my reading from strictly YA to some adult titles I might enjoy. I am very glad I picked this book up because I was given a very beautiful story that was extremely well written. The Irish lore was also a nice touch.

In the end, I truly hope the author writes more books in the future so that I can experience her writing again. If you are looking for a nice-paced mystery book that has an even deeper sub-plot then I highly suggest picking this book up.

Overall, I gave the book 4/5 stars.