Review: Good Spirits by B.K. Borison
Narrated by Karissa Vacker & Will Watt
B.K. Borison takes a bold step into paranormal holiday romance with Good Spirits—and it works. What could’ve been a fluffy, gimmicky Christmas Carol retelling turns into something surprisingly heartfelt, whimsical, and emotionally layered.
The Setup:
Nolan Callahan is the Ghost of Christmas Past, stuck in an endless loop of haunting humans into self-reflection. His latest assignment? Harriet York, a people-pleasing antique shop owner who seems far too kind to deserve supernatural intervention. But as Nolan delves into her past, his own buried memories start to bleed through, and the haunting turns personal—fast.
What Works:
The banter. Borison’s signature wit shines, and the dialogue between Harriet and Nolan sparkles from the start.
The magic system. The paranormal bureau, the rules of haunting, and Nolan’s gradual rediscovery of his senses (especially taste and touch) are handled beautifully.
The emotion. Beneath the humor and whimsy, Borison explores purpose, regret, and what it means to move on. It’s tender, melancholic, and ultimately hopeful.
The audiobook. Karissa Vacker and Will Watt are a perfect pairing—Vacker’s warmth grounds Harriet, while Watt’s Irish lilt makes Nolan utterly swoonworthy. Their chemistry elevates the entire story.
What Didn’t Quite Hit:
Despite the premise, this isn’t a full-on holiday romance. Christmas frames the story but doesn’t dominate it—great for readers who want seasonal flavor without the overload.
The pacing can feel uncertain early on. The emotional payoff lands, but it takes some patience to get there.
Final Thoughts:
Good Spirits is cozy, clever, and unexpectedly moving. It balances flirtation and depth, nostalgia and new beginnings. Borison gives us yearning, humor, and a ghost who makes haunting downright romantic. A must-listen for anyone who loves their holiday reads with a touch of magic and a lot of heart.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Romance Tropes
- Paranormal Romance (ghost/human love story)
- Holiday Romance (Christmas-inspired but light on festive overload)
- Fated Connection / Meant to Be
- Opposites Attract — sunshine, people-pleaser heroine × broody, immortal hero
- Slow Burn with Instant Chemistry
- Forced Proximity (haunting edition)
- Redemption / Healing Through Love
- Found Purpose Through Connection
