4.4 (7 ratings)

Ivywood Hollow: A Paranormal Romance Novella (Whispers of Ivywood)

Name: Ivywood Hollow: A Paranormal Romance Novella (Whispers of Ivywood)
Rating: 4.4 (7 reviews)
Author: A.E. Kelly
ISBN: B0GGHFW7GC

by A.E. Kelly

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About this book

Tallie Frost is a woman defined by loss. After the sudden death of her husband, she leaves her old life behind, seeking solace in the quiet, shadowed streets of Ivywood Hollow. She expects to be invisible, but instead, she finds herself drawn into a community that is as mysterious as it is welcoming. This town is not just a sanctuary for the living; it is a place where the barrier between worlds wears thin, and the past refuses to stay buried.

What begins as a search for solitude quickly turns into an unexpected connection. When a chance encounter ignites a spark she thought was extinguished forever, Tallie realizes she is not the only one harboring secrets. Alongside a band of kindred spirits, she discovers a burgeoning found-family that understands the weight of carrying ghosts. This paranormal romance weaves together the heavy ache of grief with the electric thrill of a new beginning, proving that love can bloom even in the darkest corners of the supernatural.

A.E. Kelly delivers a fast-paced, emotionally resonant journey that will leave you breathless. If you are looking for a story that balances heart-wrenching loss with the promise of otherworldly romance, this novella is your next obsession.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B0GGHFW7GC

Reader Reviews

Beautiful story of life and grief

April 5, 2026

This was a wonderful first novella from a new author and honestly it had me feeling giddy, sad, and basically everything in between. I couldn't really figure out if this was insta-love or how much time had passed between Tallie and Mason meeting to falling for each other, but also the heart wants what the heart wants and time means nothing to some people. I definitely enjoyed Cain and Tallie's friendship brewing and I can't wait for book 2 to come out. )

intriguing!

February 16, 2026

What an interesting prequel! I have so many questions after that ending. It was fast paced which is to be expected for a 86 page novella. I am not a big fan of insta love but since its an introduction before the next book i didn’t mind it much. I am curious to see how their relationship develops and the plot itself. )

A fun ghostly novella! 🙌

January 20, 2026

I really enjoyed this novella and NEEED the second immediately! The insta love wasn't really my vibe but I still enjoyed it especially since this is just the first book. I really loved how emotional this book gets, ive luckily not dealt with a S.O.'s death yet but you can definitely feel the grief & guilt throughout this book. I read this in one day and im already attached to them and the main characters story's! Definitely will have to read book 2 whenever it releases :) )

A great first release from a new paranormal romance author

January 22, 2026

I struggle to get into books and I binged this in less than two hours, WITH NOTES. Most commentary involved a lot of “AHHHHH!”s and “yeeeeees” every time something new was revealed. This book gives you all the emotions. Sadness, hope, infatuation, curiosity, anticipation, you name it. Already impatiently waiting to see what happens to Tallie in the next book. I have the kindle version and I’m gonna get the paperback so I can annotate :) )

Perfect MMFM Paranormal Romance

January 21, 2026

This was such an incredible read. It's sexy, sweet, cozy & has that intensiveness you need to keep you wanting more. Joining the main characters as they learn to love again after experiencing such terrible loses in their lives was such a fresh approach to a romance. And i love a he falls first book. I can't wait for the next book(s) in this series! )