This addictive YA horror about a group of teen ghost hunters who spend the night in a haunted LA hotel is The Blair Witch Project for the TikTok generation.
When the YouTube-famous Ghost Gang—Chrissy, Chase, Emma, and Kiki—visit a haunted LA hotel notorious for tragedy to secretly film after dark, they expect it to be just like their previous paranormal huntings. Spooky enough to attract subscribers—and ultimately harmless.
But when they stumble upon something unexpected in the former room of a gruesome serial killer, they quickly realize that they’re in over their heads.
Sometimes, it’s the dead who need our help—and the living we should fear.
Teen ghost hunters spending a night in a haunted hotel. Yes, I’m a sucker for a good haunting. And that cover is everything.
Imagery is superb from the beginning, and from the second the teens stepped foot in the hotel I immediately thought of American Horror Story: Hotel. Minus the vampires, of course. But Hotel Cortez in AHS and Horror Hotel do share some similarities – they’re both overrun with ghosts. I’m not fond of the swing a dead cat saying, but it’s a pretty apt description in this case.
The four members of the YouTube famous Ghost Gang have their own talents involving directing, writing, tech, cameras, media, etc., but one member – Chrissy – can see and talk to ghosts. The girl is legit. The group may be in for more than they bargained with this hotel, and Chrissy in particular is in danger. Some ghosts are more aggressive than others.
Ghost Hunters, The Blair Witch Project, and true crime fans will enjoy this quick read, as will fans of slasher films. The teens make some stupid decisions, they choose the horror movie trope of separating at one point (and we all know what happens after that), and it’s pretty obvious who the bad guy is long before they’re named. Despite that, this is a fun read I finished in a couple days. I recommend turning down the lights, grabbing a bowl of popcorn, and settling in with this spooky, paranormal tale.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
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Ooo, I’d like to see this on the big screen. Great review, Teri!
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I could easily see this as a movie, and I’d love to see what the hotel would look like. There’s strong potential for a series.
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This sounds great! I’m def intrigued, Teri. I’m going to have to look this one up and add it to my read list. Your review has me sold!
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Ooohhh – glad it caught your interest, Mae! It really was a fun read, and I found myself yelling at these characters just like I do when watching a movie, lol.
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It sounds like a great popcorn book. I’m sure I’ll be yelling at the characters too, but that’s half the fun, LOL!
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Man, that cover! You really grabbed me with this one. I love true crime. The Blair Witch project was one of my favorite movies as a teen. I don’t know many people who loved that movie.
I’m glad you enjoyed this one, Teri. Do you think this would work for younger readers as far as content? Thanks for your thoughts. ❤️
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Depends on how young – there’s some gore. I’d say age 14 and up if they’re okay with it. And that cover is awesome!
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That’s the age I’m considering. Thanks, Teri!
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Thanks for sharing your review, Teri.
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I love that the teenagers do stupid things. That’s what makes a horror story for me.
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Exactly – and then it’s so much fun yelling at them, lol!
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Those do sound like good reads, Teri. I’m with you on that terrific cover too. Hugs.
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Every time I look at it I see something else I missed. Hugs, Teagan!
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I think I would like a story like this if it was less slasher and more Ghostbusters. Excellent review!
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Thanks, Tessa! A ghosthunters-type of story would also be fun (especially with Chris Hemsworth!). This one took more serious turn.
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That is so not a hotel I’d be staying at! Thanks for the review, Teri!
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And you wouldn’t be alone in that, Jill, lol. Considering the things these teens saw, most folks would be out of there in the first hour.
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This sounds really good and intriguing. I don’t think it’s spooky, is it? I will read this next month.
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It’s got some pretty vivid imagery, so I’m not sure how you might feel about that, Yesha. Sure hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
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This one sounds like a fun one.
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It sure was, Craig – read it in a couple days, and it had some pretty chilling moments.
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Oh wow this sounds excellent! I will definitely be adding it to my wishlist. Great review!
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I’m hoping the authors make this into a series with the teens visiting different sites. I’d definitely be on board for that.
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A great title and cover for lovers of horror, Teri. I enjoyed your review.
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Thanks, Robbie! That cover is so stunning – certainly catches your eye.
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Definitely checking this out! I love a good YA Horror!
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It was such a fun one! Eerie and a quick read, also.
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