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Tipsy Collins #1
Charleston Green
If Tipsy Collins learned one thing from her divorce, it's that everyone in Charleston is a little crazy--even if they're already dead.
Tipsy, a gifted artist, cannot ignore her nutty friends or her vindictive ex-husband, but as a lifelong reluctant clairvoyant, she's always avoided dead people. When Tipsy and her three children move into the house on Bennett Street, she realizes some ghosts won't be ignored.
Till death do us part didn't pan out for Jane and Henry Mott, who've haunted the house for nearly a century. Tipsy's marriage was downright felicitous when compared to Jane and Henry's ill-fated union. Jane believes Henry killed her and then himself, and Henry vehemently denies both accusations. Unfortunately, neither phantom remembers that afternoon in 1923. Tipsy doesn't know whether to side with Jane, who seems to be hiding something under her southern belle charm, or Henry, a mercurial creative genius. Jane and Henry draw Tipsy into their conundrum, and she uncovers secrets long concealed under layers of good manners, broken promises and soupy Lowcountry air. Living with ghosts, however, takes a toll on her health, and possibly even her sanity. As she struggles to forge a new path for herself and her children, Tipsy has a chance to set Jane and Henry free, and release the ghosts of her own past.
Tipsy, a gifted artist, cannot ignore her nutty friends or her vindictive ex-husband, but as a lifelong reluctant clairvoyant, she's always avoided dead people. When Tipsy and her three children move into the house on Bennett Street, she realizes some ghosts won't be ignored.
Till death do us part didn't pan out for Jane and Henry Mott, who've haunted the house for nearly a century. Tipsy's marriage was downright felicitous when compared to Jane and Henry's ill-fated union. Jane believes Henry killed her and then himself, and Henry vehemently denies both accusations. Unfortunately, neither phantom remembers that afternoon in 1923. Tipsy doesn't know whether to side with Jane, who seems to be hiding something under her southern belle charm, or Henry, a mercurial creative genius. Jane and Henry draw Tipsy into their conundrum, and she uncovers secrets long concealed under layers of good manners, broken promises and soupy Lowcountry air. Living with ghosts, however, takes a toll on her health, and possibly even her sanity. As she struggles to forge a new path for herself and her children, Tipsy has a chance to set Jane and Henry free, and release the ghosts of her own past.
353 pages, Paperback
First published April 14, 2020
About the author
Stephanie Alexander
8 books164 followersStephanie Alexander is the award-winning author of the Tipsy Collins Series (Charleston Green, Haint Blue, Palmetto Rose, and True Indigo) and The Cracked Slipper Series (The Cracked Slipper, The Dragon Choker, and The Glass Rainbow). Her eighth novel, Mean Low Water, will be released in late 2024 or early 2025 by Red Adept Publishing.
She grew up in the suburbs of Washington, DC. Drawing, writing stories, and harassing her parents for a pony consumed much of her childhood. After graduating from high school in 1995 she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the College of Charleston, South Carolina. She returned to Washington, DC, where she followed a long-time fascination with sociopolitical structures and women’s issues to a Master of Arts in Sociology from the American University. She spent several years as a Policy Associate at the International Center for Research on Women (ICRW), a think-tank focused on women’s health and economic advancement.
Stephanie embraced full-time motherhood after the birth of the first of her three children in 2003. Her family put down permanent southern roots in Charleston in 2011. She published her first novel, The Cracked Slipper, in February 2012. The first printing of the series sold over 40,000 copies. The Cracked Slipper made multiple appearances on Amazon’s bestseller lists, and peaked at #11 in all genres. Stephanie has appeared on local and national media, been a contributor on many writing blogs and in writing magazines, and regularly joins with book clubs for discussions of her work.
In addition to her personal writing, Stephanie returned to the College of Charleston as an Adjunct Professor of Sociology and launched her freelance ghostwriting and editing business, Wordarcher, LLC. She has ghostwritten dozens of books, from novels to memoirs to academic theses. Beginning in the Fall of 2015, as a single working mother, she attended law school on a full academic scholarship, earning her juris doctor with honors from the Charleston School of Law in December, 2017.
She currently practices family law in downtown Charleston. Her personal experience rebuilding her life after divorce inspires both her legal work and her fiction. Stephanie and her husband live in the Charleston area with their blended family of five children and their two miniature dachshunds, Trinket and Tipsy.
You can learn more about Stephanie and her work at www.stephaniealexanderbooks.com, or follow her on Instagram or TikTok (@stephaniealexanderbooks).
She grew up in the suburbs of Washington, DC. Drawing, writing stories, and harassing her parents for a pony consumed much of her childhood. After graduating from high school in 1995 she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the College of Charleston, South Carolina. She returned to Washington, DC, where she followed a long-time fascination with sociopolitical structures and women’s issues to a Master of Arts in Sociology from the American University. She spent several years as a Policy Associate at the International Center for Research on Women (ICRW), a think-tank focused on women’s health and economic advancement.
Stephanie embraced full-time motherhood after the birth of the first of her three children in 2003. Her family put down permanent southern roots in Charleston in 2011. She published her first novel, The Cracked Slipper, in February 2012. The first printing of the series sold over 40,000 copies. The Cracked Slipper made multiple appearances on Amazon’s bestseller lists, and peaked at #11 in all genres. Stephanie has appeared on local and national media, been a contributor on many writing blogs and in writing magazines, and regularly joins with book clubs for discussions of her work.
In addition to her personal writing, Stephanie returned to the College of Charleston as an Adjunct Professor of Sociology and launched her freelance ghostwriting and editing business, Wordarcher, LLC. She has ghostwritten dozens of books, from novels to memoirs to academic theses. Beginning in the Fall of 2015, as a single working mother, she attended law school on a full academic scholarship, earning her juris doctor with honors from the Charleston School of Law in December, 2017.
She currently practices family law in downtown Charleston. Her personal experience rebuilding her life after divorce inspires both her legal work and her fiction. Stephanie and her husband live in the Charleston area with their blended family of five children and their two miniature dachshunds, Trinket and Tipsy.
You can learn more about Stephanie and her work at www.stephaniealexanderbooks.com, or follow her on Instagram or TikTok (@stephaniealexanderbooks).
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August 22, 2020
Charleston Green
is a little quirky, a little crazy, and such fun!
Tipsy (the pastor’s son couldn’t say “Tiffany” when she was a baby) is trying to pull her life together. Her marriage has ended and her vindictive ex-husband is threatening to take their kids away.
For as long as she can remember, Tipsy has seen ghosts. Not the Halloween kind, but people who have died. She can communicate with them as well. But she’s utterly unprepared for when she and the kids move into an old house that is occupied by Jane and Henry Mott, who have, umm, “lived” there for more than 100 years.
Jane insists Henry murdered her and then committed suicide. Henry insists that neither occurred. The more time Tipsy spends with them, the more she is torn between which one she believes more, as each has characteristics she enjoys. (As much as you can "enjoy" a ghost?)
But when you meddle in the affairs of ghosts it starts to take its toll on your real life. As Tipsy tries to figure out what really happened to the Motts, she needs to be reminded to concentrate on her real life before it’s too late—and luckily she has two great (albeit slightly wacky) friends to help her out.
This was such an enjoyable read. I love Charleston and felt its presence throughout the story. The characters were lots of fun and I couldn’t believe that I was even hooked on the ghosts’ story, so to speak.
Is Charleston Green a little crazy? Sure, but Stephanie Alexander has made sure it’s full of heart and humor, too.
I was grateful to be part of the blog tour for this book. Kate Rock Book Tours and Stephanie Alexander provided a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an unbiased review. Thanks for making it available!!
Check out my list of the best books I read in 2019 at https://itseithersadnessoreuphoria.blogspot.com/2020/01/the-best-books-i-read-in-2019.html.
Check out my list of the best books of the decade at https://itseithersadnessoreuphoria.blogspot.com/2020/01/my-favorite-books-of-decade.html.
See all of my reviews at itseithersadnessoreuphoria.blogspot.com.
Follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/the.bookishworld.of.yrralh/.
Tipsy (the pastor’s son couldn’t say “Tiffany” when she was a baby) is trying to pull her life together. Her marriage has ended and her vindictive ex-husband is threatening to take their kids away.
For as long as she can remember, Tipsy has seen ghosts. Not the Halloween kind, but people who have died. She can communicate with them as well. But she’s utterly unprepared for when she and the kids move into an old house that is occupied by Jane and Henry Mott, who have, umm, “lived” there for more than 100 years.
Jane insists Henry murdered her and then committed suicide. Henry insists that neither occurred. The more time Tipsy spends with them, the more she is torn between which one she believes more, as each has characteristics she enjoys. (As much as you can "enjoy" a ghost?)
But when you meddle in the affairs of ghosts it starts to take its toll on your real life. As Tipsy tries to figure out what really happened to the Motts, she needs to be reminded to concentrate on her real life before it’s too late—and luckily she has two great (albeit slightly wacky) friends to help her out.
This was such an enjoyable read. I love Charleston and felt its presence throughout the story. The characters were lots of fun and I couldn’t believe that I was even hooked on the ghosts’ story, so to speak.
Is Charleston Green a little crazy? Sure, but Stephanie Alexander has made sure it’s full of heart and humor, too.
I was grateful to be part of the blog tour for this book. Kate Rock Book Tours and Stephanie Alexander provided a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an unbiased review. Thanks for making it available!!
Check out my list of the best books I read in 2019 at https://itseithersadnessoreuphoria.blogspot.com/2020/01/the-best-books-i-read-in-2019.html.
Check out my list of the best books of the decade at https://itseithersadnessoreuphoria.blogspot.com/2020/01/my-favorite-books-of-decade.html.
See all of my reviews at itseithersadnessoreuphoria.blogspot.com.
Follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/the.bookishworld.of.yrralh/.
April 14, 2020
Tipsy Collins , a recently divorced , ghost whisperer , mother of three and ex-wife of Ayers one nasty character has moved into her Brother In Laws house. Now the house is beautiful and a place to get her back on her feet but for one teeny tiny problem, it is inhabited by two married ghosts Jane and Henry Mott who have haunted the house for almost a century and did I mention that they hate each other? Yes that's the case because Jane is convinced that Henry killed her.
This book hit all of my marks, set in Charleston, a mystery involved and full of charming characters that I loved. Tipsy can see ghosts and seeks out some of them to solve the mystery of how Jane and Henry died. Tipsy becomes completely immersed in Jane and Henry's lives while they were alive and begins having visions of certain scenes in their lives when Jane and Henry were still alive. I loved the 1920's references and the small town feel of this book. There are a few sub plots involving Tipys's friends and sister in law which I thought worked nicely in this book and the sub characters are a story unto themselves. Tipys's ex Ayers is one character that I absolutely hated, he did everything he could to make Tipsy's life a misery including threatening to take her three children away from her. Through all of this Tipsy will persevere.
This book is going on my list of favorite books read in 2020. I love Stephanie Alexander's writing style and her ability to weave a very good story that kept me thoroughly immersed in this book.This review was originally posted on Cindy’s Book Stacks
This book hit all of my marks, set in Charleston, a mystery involved and full of charming characters that I loved. Tipsy can see ghosts and seeks out some of them to solve the mystery of how Jane and Henry died. Tipsy becomes completely immersed in Jane and Henry's lives while they were alive and begins having visions of certain scenes in their lives when Jane and Henry were still alive. I loved the 1920's references and the small town feel of this book. There are a few sub plots involving Tipys's friends and sister in law which I thought worked nicely in this book and the sub characters are a story unto themselves. Tipys's ex Ayers is one character that I absolutely hated, he did everything he could to make Tipsy's life a misery including threatening to take her three children away from her. Through all of this Tipsy will persevere.
This book is going on my list of favorite books read in 2020. I love Stephanie Alexander's writing style and her ability to weave a very good story that kept me thoroughly immersed in this book.This review was originally posted on Cindy’s Book Stacks
May 19, 2020
When I started this book I did wonder why on earth I had chosen it - a woman called Tipsy who talks to ghosts? Oh, come on! But I started to read it and within pages I was hooked.
Its really well written, evokes a world in modern Charleston that I have never seen, and handles the 'ghost' element really cleverly so you too can believe people can talk to the spirits! Written in a humorous, yet sympathetic manner, the book also explores the relationships between men, women and their families. Tipsy's marriage has failed and her husband wants custody of the children - more to spite her than because he wants them; and in the home she is borrowing from a relative while she gets back on her feet there are two very tumultuous ghosts, finding no peace in the afterlife. Tipsy's journey back to her craft of painting and back to the world of dating and relationships are entwined with her quest to try to help these spirits find a resolution and discover how they really died.
The author sets the scene firmly in Charleston - I had to look up some terms! I now know what a joggle board is! Which just adds to the authenticity.
I really enjoyed it and hope there is more to come from the author. A cracking read!
Thank you to NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for allowing me access to the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Its really well written, evokes a world in modern Charleston that I have never seen, and handles the 'ghost' element really cleverly so you too can believe people can talk to the spirits! Written in a humorous, yet sympathetic manner, the book also explores the relationships between men, women and their families. Tipsy's marriage has failed and her husband wants custody of the children - more to spite her than because he wants them; and in the home she is borrowing from a relative while she gets back on her feet there are two very tumultuous ghosts, finding no peace in the afterlife. Tipsy's journey back to her craft of painting and back to the world of dating and relationships are entwined with her quest to try to help these spirits find a resolution and discover how they really died.
The author sets the scene firmly in Charleston - I had to look up some terms! I now know what a joggle board is! Which just adds to the authenticity.
I really enjoyed it and hope there is more to come from the author. A cracking read!
Thank you to NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for allowing me access to the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
August 8, 2020
Tipsy Collins is a talented artist whose life changed after her divorce from her cruel husband. She has three children and moved into a house on Bennett Street. All these sound’s natural, right? Oh, did I say she can see and talk to ghosts? Yes, dead people. She has been since she was a child, but she never really wanted to deal with that side of her. I find Tipsy’s character, funny, empathetic, and relatable. She is a mother who wants to give her children the best without dealing with the constant judgment and drama from her ex-husband. I like her two friends as well, Shelby and Lindsay. They are that kind of friends who will not sugar coat anything and might appear that they do not care about your feelings, but they care about you. They are also hilarious. And the two ghosts, Jane and Henry, are fascinating and have a solid background story. Tipsy’s life, combined with dead or alive people is one hell of a ride.
I haven’t been to Charleston, but I loved the setting, and I intend to visit in the future. I am also charmed by all of the secondary characters as much as I am with the primary. This book has mystery, paranormal, humor, romance, and even sarcasm. I highly recommend it if you enjoy a read with a robust and well-developed plot and characters.
I haven’t been to Charleston, but I loved the setting, and I intend to visit in the future. I am also charmed by all of the secondary characters as much as I am with the primary. This book has mystery, paranormal, humor, romance, and even sarcasm. I highly recommend it if you enjoy a read with a robust and well-developed plot and characters.
May 11, 2020
I fell head over heels with this book! Tipsy is a newly separated mom of 3. Her husband is a living nightmare to deal with. Her brother-in-law Jimmy allows her to move to a home in Mount Pleasant, Charleston. There, we discover that Tipsy has some supernatural powers: she can see and communicate with ghosts, a gift she shares with her Granna whose voice is very present, from the other side. She gets to meet co-habitants Jane and Henry Mott in her new home. And there will start a beautiful story.
The ghost story was intriguing and gracefully narrated. I adored the jumping into memories of ghosts to discover their history and what events led to their demise. I so enjoyed getting to know the main character Tipsy Collins; a newly single mom of 3; an independent woman, a painter, a fighter. I rooted for her all the way! The ghosts helped Tipsy trusting herself again and finding her independence.
If you love emotional ghost and family stories, Southern settings, strong female protagonists, art, friendship, you will love this book. A 6-star for me.
Thank you so much Net Galley and Stephanie Alexander for allowing me to read this sublime novel in exchange for an honest review.
The ghost story was intriguing and gracefully narrated. I adored the jumping into memories of ghosts to discover their history and what events led to their demise. I so enjoyed getting to know the main character Tipsy Collins; a newly single mom of 3; an independent woman, a painter, a fighter. I rooted for her all the way! The ghosts helped Tipsy trusting herself again and finding her independence.
If you love emotional ghost and family stories, Southern settings, strong female protagonists, art, friendship, you will love this book. A 6-star for me.
Thank you so much Net Galley and Stephanie Alexander for allowing me to read this sublime novel in exchange for an honest review.
August 7, 2020
I loved this book from the very first page. Charleston Green is actually a paint color which dates back to post Civil War days. The author transported me to Charleston through her descriptive writing. The story centers around Tipsy, a newly divorced mother of three, and her ability to communicate with ghosts. Highly recommend.
March 31, 2021
2.5. Poor editing and her artistic endeavors seemed inconceivable. But the mystery surrounding Henry and Jane was compelling.
May 7, 2021
Thank you for my review copy....all opinions are my own.
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Meet Tipsy....and her full cast of delightful characters in Charleston Green. Sincerely. This is going to rank up there with one of the most underrated books I have read in a long while.
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To my utter delight this is book one in the Tipsy Collins series, As you are reading Charleston Green book 2 has hit the shelves. I would love to put this novel in one genre and move on....but alas, I can not. I am going to say it's a cozy. You have fun paranormal paired with real life issues. You have amazing characters with some history sprinkled in. You have Southern...but not that exaggerated Southern for the sake of being Southern. That was a mouth full lol. Bottom line I adored it. I already have book 2 ready. Pair this read with your mama's sweet tea, while swinging on a porch swing. You will feel like Tipsy is right beside you!
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You can bet I will be recommending this one left and right. Seriously. Pick it up. You will not be sorry.
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Meet Tipsy....and her full cast of delightful characters in Charleston Green. Sincerely. This is going to rank up there with one of the most underrated books I have read in a long while.
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To my utter delight this is book one in the Tipsy Collins series, As you are reading Charleston Green book 2 has hit the shelves. I would love to put this novel in one genre and move on....but alas, I can not. I am going to say it's a cozy. You have fun paranormal paired with real life issues. You have amazing characters with some history sprinkled in. You have Southern...but not that exaggerated Southern for the sake of being Southern. That was a mouth full lol. Bottom line I adored it. I already have book 2 ready. Pair this read with your mama's sweet tea, while swinging on a porch swing. You will feel like Tipsy is right beside you!
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You can bet I will be recommending this one left and right. Seriously. Pick it up. You will not be sorry.
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October 16, 2020This was a fresh and fun ghost story! At the heart of it is Tipsy, a divorced artist whose new home is haunted by two ghosts, who had been married to each other but one is suspected of killing the other. Tipsy juggles divorce, three kids, her career, new love, new house, all while communicating with spirits and trying to unravel this murderous mystery. You'll fall in love with the Lowcountry setting, with the beach scenes, and with the wonderful descriptions of Tipsy's artwork. I can't wait for the sequel!
June 23, 2021
I absolutely love this book, perfect because I’m from the South and spent a lot of time there while my daughter went to CofC. It is such a beautiful place with all the history and cultural traditions that it just sneaks up and crawls under your skin. The details of so many “Southern” customs and traditions just warms my soul. The characters are spot on as far as I’m concerned. The high society Charleston women as opposed to non southern society was perfect. The slang, the places mentioned, and the artistry is all included. If I could give it 10 Stars I would. I highly recommend if you’re interested in the paranormal, relationships, and how we act and react to our spouses and friends. Excellent writing 😍😍😍
April 12, 2020
I really enjoyed this story, tipsy a divorced mum with kids can see dead people and moves into her brother in laws old house, which is haunted. This was a fun read, a great main character in tipsy, a good mystery, I enjoyed this a lot more than I expected, only criticism was it was a little slow to start. But a well w, thought out entertaining book
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion
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July 15, 2020This southern tale of love and loss, life and death, and intricate family dynamics is like a taste of fried green tomatoes with a side of sweet tea, while sitting on the porch’s joggling board painted a deep Charleston Green.
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September 10, 2021
Solid four stars. Well written, engaging and distinctive characters. Complex plot neatly tied together, with an ending left oh so slightly open for the sequel. It lacked a dog, or a cat. All those kids, all those families, and no one had a pet?
June 22, 2021
Tipsy can see dead people. Moved to a house and Jane and Henry are there. Cute book
January 1, 2024
Tipsy Collin can interact with ghosts. When she moves into a house inhabited by a feuding couple, she needs to discover who killed them for them to be at peace. In the meantime , she’s battling her ex husband and trying to begin painting again. As a South Carolinian, I appreciated the historical information interspersed within the plot.
October 16, 2020
Tipsy, a gifted artist, cannot ignore her nutty friends or her vindictive ex-husband, but as a lifelong reluctant clairvoyant, she's always avoided dead people. When Tipsy and her three children move into the house on Bennett Street, she realizes some ghosts won't be ignored.
I loved this cast of characters! Gypsy's friends Shelby and Lindsey made me laugh as they dealt with their relationships and stuck by Typsy's side when dealing with her Ex. The ghost Jane and Henry have a love hate relationship that Typsy tries to solve. If you like paranormal stories with mystery and romance, you will like Charleston Green. Thank you @ @stephaniealexanderbooks and @katerockbooktours for an ebook to read and this is my honest review.
I loved this cast of characters! Gypsy's friends Shelby and Lindsey made me laugh as they dealt with their relationships and stuck by Typsy's side when dealing with her Ex. The ghost Jane and Henry have a love hate relationship that Typsy tries to solve. If you like paranormal stories with mystery and romance, you will like Charleston Green. Thank you @ @stephaniealexanderbooks and @katerockbooktours for an ebook to read and this is my honest review.
April 22, 2020
Very good book. Keeps you guessing to the end.
Love the characters. I hated to see it end.
Tipsy could be an ongoing character—-more in a series.
What do you think Stefanie?!
Thanks, Madelyn
Love the characters. I hated to see it end.
Tipsy could be an ongoing character—-more in a series.
What do you think Stefanie?!
Thanks, Madelyn
April 21, 2020
What a rich, vibrant read
Engrossing story as rich as the heritage of Charleston green. Didn't want to put it down and looking forward to more from this author.
Engrossing story as rich as the heritage of Charleston green. Didn't want to put it down and looking forward to more from this author.
March 28, 2020
Charleston Green by Stephanie Alexander is one of the wonderful books I read in the recent times. I can only imagine how beautiful this new color Charleston Green is after reading this book.
Tipsy Collins is a beautiful soul, an artist and strong and independent at heart. Tipsy arrives at her new home with her three kids to live at a new house after going through a rough divorce. She manages her work at her best friend's art gallery, paints and also takes care of her kids all by herself.
Tipsy gets to put her supernatural skill to use to help two new ghost friends that she found at the new house. Jane and Henry who have been stuck at that home for a long time find answers to the questions that have been hanging between them since their deaths.
The climax twist was unexpected. The pace is excellent. The story is witty, lovely, romantic and awesome. I must admit this is the funniest ghost story, didn't terrify me at all and made me think I might need a ghost friend for myself.
I don't want to mention Tipsy's ex-husband Ayers whom I thoroughly hated while reading the story.I also liked how the author used the divorce law in North Carolina and certain other states to explain the troubles faced by many women who tolerate emotional and physical abuse. I'm sure this story definitely gives hope to many a women to stay strong and do what their heart encourages them to do. Just stand up for yourselves! Author has smartly put the marital issues from a century ago and the present day in one story and takes the reader on a wonderful fictional ride.
I received the copy of Charleston Green from NetGalley for an honest review. Thank you BooksGoSocial for sharing the copy with me. The book is going to be published on 14th of April, 2020. I know you all are stuck at homes quarantining. Don't miss a fun ride to Charleston through this book.
Tipsy Collins is a beautiful soul, an artist and strong and independent at heart. Tipsy arrives at her new home with her three kids to live at a new house after going through a rough divorce. She manages her work at her best friend's art gallery, paints and also takes care of her kids all by herself.
Tipsy gets to put her supernatural skill to use to help two new ghost friends that she found at the new house. Jane and Henry who have been stuck at that home for a long time find answers to the questions that have been hanging between them since their deaths.
The climax twist was unexpected. The pace is excellent. The story is witty, lovely, romantic and awesome. I must admit this is the funniest ghost story, didn't terrify me at all and made me think I might need a ghost friend for myself.
I don't want to mention Tipsy's ex-husband Ayers whom I thoroughly hated while reading the story.I also liked how the author used the divorce law in North Carolina and certain other states to explain the troubles faced by many women who tolerate emotional and physical abuse. I'm sure this story definitely gives hope to many a women to stay strong and do what their heart encourages them to do. Just stand up for yourselves! Author has smartly put the marital issues from a century ago and the present day in one story and takes the reader on a wonderful fictional ride.
I received the copy of Charleston Green from NetGalley for an honest review. Thank you BooksGoSocial for sharing the copy with me. The book is going to be published on 14th of April, 2020. I know you all are stuck at homes quarantining. Don't miss a fun ride to Charleston through this book.
April 12, 2020
This book had me hooked from start to finish! Recently divorced Tipsy needs a new start. As if being a single mother to three isn't hard enough, her ex-husband is doing everything he can to make life difficult. Tipsy communicates with ghosts, and whilst trying to help the two she is living with understand how they mysteriously died, she uses them to inspire her artwork and support her family. A totally enjoyable read. Can't wait for Stephanie Alexander to write a sequel.
March 25, 2020
Apparently Charleston Green refers to a particular shade of green which is almost black and is very popular in places in the south, Ikm not really sure why Stephanie Alexander called her novel this as it is only briefly mentioned also when I I started reading Charleston Green I found it difficult to get into it but I persevered and I’m glad I did as the story was quite sweet, it starts with Tipsy a divorcee who moves into her brother in laws old house, what no one knows is Tipsy can see ghosts and unfortunately for her the house comes with two very unhappy ghosts, husband and wife Jane & Henry Mott, Jane thinks Henry killed her and neither want to face up to the accusation and poor Tipsy and her unknowing children are caught in the middle of their misery. Not only does Tipsy have to deal with the ghosts drama she has to fight for custody of her children with her bullish ex, the characters do grow on you and I think the ending was quite satisfactory.
June 24, 2021
Captures the Lowcountry
Being a South Carolina native and inhabitant of the Charleston area myself, Stephanie did an outstanding job capturing the essence of the Lowcountry way. This book was a page turner and one that I didn’t want to end!
Being a South Carolina native and inhabitant of the Charleston area myself, Stephanie did an outstanding job capturing the essence of the Lowcountry way. This book was a page turner and one that I didn’t want to end!
June 9, 2020
Charleston Green is a mystery story with a difference, a decidedly paranormal difference at that. Recently divorced artist Tipsy Collins is struggling to get back on her feet following an acrimonious split from appalling ex-husband Ayers, so she jumps at the chance to live rent-free for a few months in a house owned by her former brother-in-law Jimmy. It should be the perfect place to recover from the messy divorce and rediscover her purpose in life. There’s just one problem: the house isn’t exactly unoccupied.
For as long as she can remember, Tipsy has been able to see and talk with the dead. Now, as dead people tend to be rather self-involved and annoying, she’s done her best to ignore them (save for her Granna, whose ghost represents a comforting presence), but there’s no ignoring Jane and Henry Mott, former (and, unknown to everyone except Tipsy, current) occupiers of the house. The Motts died in mysterious circumstances back in 1923; Jane maintains that Henry murdered her and then killed himself, while Henry is certain that he would never do such a thing. Unfortunately, as neither of them can remember the fateful afternoon, they have been trapped together ever since. Helping them uncover the truth might be just the distraction that Tipsy needs…
Charleston Green is a charming story with a mystery at its heart. Tipsy is a wonderful main character. Humorous, kind, and gutsy, she doesn’t realize just how brave and resilient she really is. She’s had a lot to put up with in life (and that’s without being a reluctant psychic) and at the start of the book, she has somewhat lost her way. Ayers is a truly awful guy who thinks nothing of maligning his former wife or of getting others to spy on her. Through Tipsy’s post-marriage situation, the book sheds some surprising light on the divorce process and aftermath in South Carolina. With no alimony available and having given up her art career to raise her family, Tipsy is left in a very precarious situation when she leaves Ayers. She’s grateful to have somewhere to live, even if she does have to share it with a pair of bickering ghosts.
As for the ghosts, their strong personalities have certainly endured beyond death. For all their Southern charm and graceful manners, the late Jane and Henry Mott are both pieces of work, although they are very funny as they snipe at each other. Tipsy becomes obsessed with discovering what really happened to them and, aside from talking to their spirits, this involves having visions of their lives during the 1920s. Of course, being sucked out of time and into visions of the past poses its own problems, and Tipsy’s former in-laws become more convinced than ever that she’s a disgrace and an unfit mother. Luckily, she has her children, some good friends, and even a potential new love interest to help her navigate the situation. Wrapping up the mystery of the Motts’ deaths should help her to rediscover her self-belief and to wrap up a few loose ends in her own life, too.
With Charleston Green, Stephanie Alexander has crafted a delightfully cozy mystery that, despite not being without peril, is a fun and pleasurable read. The baddies are nicely awful, while the goodies are warm, funny, and resourceful. There’s an intriguing puzzle to be solved as well as life lessons to be learned, and it’s very entertaining to follow the escapades of the various characters, both alive and dead.
For as long as she can remember, Tipsy has been able to see and talk with the dead. Now, as dead people tend to be rather self-involved and annoying, she’s done her best to ignore them (save for her Granna, whose ghost represents a comforting presence), but there’s no ignoring Jane and Henry Mott, former (and, unknown to everyone except Tipsy, current) occupiers of the house. The Motts died in mysterious circumstances back in 1923; Jane maintains that Henry murdered her and then killed himself, while Henry is certain that he would never do such a thing. Unfortunately, as neither of them can remember the fateful afternoon, they have been trapped together ever since. Helping them uncover the truth might be just the distraction that Tipsy needs…
Charleston Green is a charming story with a mystery at its heart. Tipsy is a wonderful main character. Humorous, kind, and gutsy, she doesn’t realize just how brave and resilient she really is. She’s had a lot to put up with in life (and that’s without being a reluctant psychic) and at the start of the book, she has somewhat lost her way. Ayers is a truly awful guy who thinks nothing of maligning his former wife or of getting others to spy on her. Through Tipsy’s post-marriage situation, the book sheds some surprising light on the divorce process and aftermath in South Carolina. With no alimony available and having given up her art career to raise her family, Tipsy is left in a very precarious situation when she leaves Ayers. She’s grateful to have somewhere to live, even if she does have to share it with a pair of bickering ghosts.
As for the ghosts, their strong personalities have certainly endured beyond death. For all their Southern charm and graceful manners, the late Jane and Henry Mott are both pieces of work, although they are very funny as they snipe at each other. Tipsy becomes obsessed with discovering what really happened to them and, aside from talking to their spirits, this involves having visions of their lives during the 1920s. Of course, being sucked out of time and into visions of the past poses its own problems, and Tipsy’s former in-laws become more convinced than ever that she’s a disgrace and an unfit mother. Luckily, she has her children, some good friends, and even a potential new love interest to help her navigate the situation. Wrapping up the mystery of the Motts’ deaths should help her to rediscover her self-belief and to wrap up a few loose ends in her own life, too.
With Charleston Green, Stephanie Alexander has crafted a delightfully cozy mystery that, despite not being without peril, is a fun and pleasurable read. The baddies are nicely awful, while the goodies are warm, funny, and resourceful. There’s an intriguing puzzle to be solved as well as life lessons to be learned, and it’s very entertaining to follow the escapades of the various characters, both alive and dead.
July 18, 2020
Readers in the mood for a modern story with a few ghosts thrown in for good measure should pick up Charleston Green by Stephanie Alexander. Alexander’s first published book is The Cracked Slipper which created quite a stir. She has continued to write for magazines, been a ghost writer, and enjoys joining book clubs for a discussion of her books with the members.
Alexander is quite accomplished, earning a bachelor of arts from the College of Charleston, SC. She completed a master’s in sociology from the American University in DC. After being a stay-at-home mom with her three children, Alexander returned to earn a degree in law. Alexander maintains a robust website: http://stephaniealexanderbooks.com/.
Charleston Green features Tiffany, Tipsy, Collins, a newly divorced mother of three, artist, and clairvoyant. Tipsy divorces her husband because of his controlling behavior and having to walk on eggshells around him all the time. She decides that having their children in such an environment is not healthy.
Tipsy endures a lot of criticism from her mother-in-law in particular. Ayers Collins, Tipsy’s now ex-husband, also expects Tipsy to return to him. He says as much to the children behind Tipsy’s back until she confronts him about what he says to the children is harmful.
Until she can figure out a more permanent home, Tipsy and the children move into Miss Callie’s old home, now owned by Tipsy’s former brother-in-law. He plans to renovate the home and sell it, but he is allowing Tipsy and the children to live there until Tipsy can sort out her life.
As Tipsy is moving her things into Miss Callie’s home, still replete with Miss Callie’s furnishings, Tipsy meets Jane a ghost who died in the home in 1929. Tipsy learns that Jane is certain Henry, Jane’s husband, killed her and then killed himself. Soon, Tipsy meets Henry who says he could not possibly have killed Jane because he loved her.
Tipsy finds herself caught up in the story of Jane and Henry’s tumultuous marriage and she feels determined to figure out what really happened that Jane and Henry both died of gunshot wounds with most people of the day accusing Henry of the murder-suicide.
Besides contending with ghosts, Tipsy must also continue to battle Ayers over custody of the children. When Ayers hires a PI to shadow Tipsy, Tipsy feels betrayed. Too, the PI takes pictures of Tipsy apparently talking to herself in the cemetery. Of course, readers know she has found another ghost, but she fears Ayers will use the photos against her to take the children into his full custody.
As the story unfolds, readers become concerned about Tipsy’s health because some encounters with the Jane and Henry in Miss Callie’s home leave Tipsy exhausted almost catatonic for a period after the encounters. Tipsy also meets Will and the begin dating. Ayers also tries to use that new relationship to prove that Tipsy is unfit to care for the children.
I felt sure I knew who had actually killed both Jane and Henry and made the scene look like a murder/suicide. I was wrong! That is the sign of a good story since the author gives clues and I put them together incorrectly. I like the surprise of “whodunit.” And in 1929, not many police detectives would have pursued the case since Jane and Henry were known to have a volatile relationship.
For those who like a good ghost story mixed with a modern-day family story, Charleston Green will fit the bill.
Alexander is quite accomplished, earning a bachelor of arts from the College of Charleston, SC. She completed a master’s in sociology from the American University in DC. After being a stay-at-home mom with her three children, Alexander returned to earn a degree in law. Alexander maintains a robust website: http://stephaniealexanderbooks.com/.
Charleston Green features Tiffany, Tipsy, Collins, a newly divorced mother of three, artist, and clairvoyant. Tipsy divorces her husband because of his controlling behavior and having to walk on eggshells around him all the time. She decides that having their children in such an environment is not healthy.
Tipsy endures a lot of criticism from her mother-in-law in particular. Ayers Collins, Tipsy’s now ex-husband, also expects Tipsy to return to him. He says as much to the children behind Tipsy’s back until she confronts him about what he says to the children is harmful.
Until she can figure out a more permanent home, Tipsy and the children move into Miss Callie’s old home, now owned by Tipsy’s former brother-in-law. He plans to renovate the home and sell it, but he is allowing Tipsy and the children to live there until Tipsy can sort out her life.
As Tipsy is moving her things into Miss Callie’s home, still replete with Miss Callie’s furnishings, Tipsy meets Jane a ghost who died in the home in 1929. Tipsy learns that Jane is certain Henry, Jane’s husband, killed her and then killed himself. Soon, Tipsy meets Henry who says he could not possibly have killed Jane because he loved her.
Tipsy finds herself caught up in the story of Jane and Henry’s tumultuous marriage and she feels determined to figure out what really happened that Jane and Henry both died of gunshot wounds with most people of the day accusing Henry of the murder-suicide.
Besides contending with ghosts, Tipsy must also continue to battle Ayers over custody of the children. When Ayers hires a PI to shadow Tipsy, Tipsy feels betrayed. Too, the PI takes pictures of Tipsy apparently talking to herself in the cemetery. Of course, readers know she has found another ghost, but she fears Ayers will use the photos against her to take the children into his full custody.
As the story unfolds, readers become concerned about Tipsy’s health because some encounters with the Jane and Henry in Miss Callie’s home leave Tipsy exhausted almost catatonic for a period after the encounters. Tipsy also meets Will and the begin dating. Ayers also tries to use that new relationship to prove that Tipsy is unfit to care for the children.
I felt sure I knew who had actually killed both Jane and Henry and made the scene look like a murder/suicide. I was wrong! That is the sign of a good story since the author gives clues and I put them together incorrectly. I like the surprise of “whodunit.” And in 1929, not many police detectives would have pursued the case since Jane and Henry were known to have a volatile relationship.
For those who like a good ghost story mixed with a modern-day family story, Charleston Green will fit the bill.
August 9, 2020
Thanks so much to the author and Kate Rock Book Tours for the complimentary copy of this book in exchange for my honest review and participation in this blog tour. All opinions are entirely my own. { partner } All of my reviews can also be found on Instagram @Tackling_TBR and on my blog at tacklingtbr.home.blog
TW: murder, suicide, infidelity, custody battles, the afterlife
I was really intrigued by this book once I read the description - I love a character driven novel, I love books and movies set in the 1920s, and I loved watching Ghost Whisperer with my mom when I was younger. So this book seemed like it might be right up my alley! I'm glad to say that I really did enjoy it, so I was not disappointed.
One thing that made this story, and the storytelling, really interesting in my opinion was the fact that most of the story is happening in the modern day, but that we get to peak into the past to try and unravel the mystery at the heart of this story. As the story goes on, Tipsy learns more about her abilities in relation to the spirits that share her house - meaning that she learns that she can do more than just see and talk to them, but if she touches a spirit she can also see into their own memories, whether they want her to or not. Having a character who can see and talk to ghosts isn't all that unheard of, so I thought that that was a really interesting way to kind of mix things up with that character. And especially the fact that she was learning about, and how to handle, this new side of her power along with the readers was really fun.
For the characters themselves, for the most part they were enjoyable. I feel pretty confident in saying that the author means for you to hate Tipsy's ex-husband, and believe me I did, so I won't be including him here. Just trust me, he's awful. Tipsy was a really fun character to be inside the mind of - she is a strong and feisty (while still imperfect) newly single mother and artist. I especially loved when she was able to use her insight into the past as inspiration for her paintings, because I loved getting to imagine those pieces coming to life. Although I have to say that Jane and Henry may have been my favorite of the characters in the novel. I was really interested in the idea of these two people who can't remember the week leading up to their deaths (including how they died) and living all of these decades with only the gossip that they've overheard to go off of. Again, they were both flawed and imperfect characters that you couldn't help but feel sympathetic towards.
To try to avoid spoilers, I won't say much about the other characters or story specifics. But I will say this - I did guess the ending before it happened, but that didn't make it less enjoyable for me. I didn't find myself minding that I was right all along with my guess. I was just enjoying watching how we got there, and seeing how the story unfolded.
Overall, I would definitely recommend this book to my friends! At times it can be a tiny bit slow moving, but not terribly so, and not enough that I had a hard time getting into it. Just enough that a few chapters took a bit longer to get through. This was a fun read reminiscent of a cozy mystery, with a little bit of family drama and historical fiction thrown into the mix just for flavoring. I would say that the perfect environment for this book would be a grey and stormy day spent on the couch under your favorite blanket!
TW: murder, suicide, infidelity, custody battles, the afterlife
I was really intrigued by this book once I read the description - I love a character driven novel, I love books and movies set in the 1920s, and I loved watching Ghost Whisperer with my mom when I was younger. So this book seemed like it might be right up my alley! I'm glad to say that I really did enjoy it, so I was not disappointed.
One thing that made this story, and the storytelling, really interesting in my opinion was the fact that most of the story is happening in the modern day, but that we get to peak into the past to try and unravel the mystery at the heart of this story. As the story goes on, Tipsy learns more about her abilities in relation to the spirits that share her house - meaning that she learns that she can do more than just see and talk to them, but if she touches a spirit she can also see into their own memories, whether they want her to or not. Having a character who can see and talk to ghosts isn't all that unheard of, so I thought that that was a really interesting way to kind of mix things up with that character. And especially the fact that she was learning about, and how to handle, this new side of her power along with the readers was really fun.
For the characters themselves, for the most part they were enjoyable. I feel pretty confident in saying that the author means for you to hate Tipsy's ex-husband, and believe me I did, so I won't be including him here. Just trust me, he's awful. Tipsy was a really fun character to be inside the mind of - she is a strong and feisty (while still imperfect) newly single mother and artist. I especially loved when she was able to use her insight into the past as inspiration for her paintings, because I loved getting to imagine those pieces coming to life. Although I have to say that Jane and Henry may have been my favorite of the characters in the novel. I was really interested in the idea of these two people who can't remember the week leading up to their deaths (including how they died) and living all of these decades with only the gossip that they've overheard to go off of. Again, they were both flawed and imperfect characters that you couldn't help but feel sympathetic towards.
To try to avoid spoilers, I won't say much about the other characters or story specifics. But I will say this - I did guess the ending before it happened, but that didn't make it less enjoyable for me. I didn't find myself minding that I was right all along with my guess. I was just enjoying watching how we got there, and seeing how the story unfolded.
Overall, I would definitely recommend this book to my friends! At times it can be a tiny bit slow moving, but not terribly so, and not enough that I had a hard time getting into it. Just enough that a few chapters took a bit longer to get through. This was a fun read reminiscent of a cozy mystery, with a little bit of family drama and historical fiction thrown into the mix just for flavoring. I would say that the perfect environment for this book would be a grey and stormy day spent on the couch under your favorite blanket!
June 11, 2021
Charleston Green: A Tipsy Collins Novel book one by author Stephanie Alexander published by BooksGoSocial brings of mystery and the realities of love.
Charleston Green is about Tipsy Collins, a newly divorced mother of three who is a struggling artist. When Tipsy and her children move into their new home she finds that there is more than one guest living there that she cannot ignore. Tipsy goes on an adventure to unravel the mystery of her new home and centuries-old murders, while her ex-husband is causing nothing but trouble and drama. When all she wants is to start her new life, become an artist again, and maybe find love.
Throughout the book, there are a lot of characters you don't even meet there just mentioned but they're intricate to the story. So sometimes it's hard to follow. Plus there are a lot of landmarks that are mentioned in the book that are described but not in a very typical kind of way. Plus there are a lot of landmarks mentioned in this book, some are easily described and others you may have to look up to get a better visual. One of the things that you might find yourself looking up is what's a joggling board. Her relationship with Will was a little bit bland but wasn't bad. I get it it's not the main story but still, a little something more would have been nice.
The character's backstories are very intricately written to keep you entertained. And there are no discrepancies in their backstory. Which can happen a lot with stories with so many characters. The story flows very nicely between each chapter so you don't feel like you're missing something in between. The main characters are very lovable and empathetic. I particularly really loved the character of Henry. He is a grumpy man that stole my heart throughout the book and I can't wait to read more about him. The author bases the book in the City of Charleston and if you've never been there the author does a great job of teleporting you there and making you feel like you've been there your whole life. Tipsy, who is the main character, is empathetic and a badass when it comes to her abilities, even if she doesn't believe in herself.
I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. Because its book is entertaining and well written. Plus you get an awesome heroine who is vulnerable yet strong at the same time. To be honest I couldn't find much that I didn't like about this book. The author knows how to write a mystery without making it way too dramatic or silly.
I recommend this book for anyone who really likes a good murder mystery with a touch of paranormal. With a good strong woman in the lead, that is empathetic and realistic.
Charleston Green is about Tipsy Collins, a newly divorced mother of three who is a struggling artist. When Tipsy and her children move into their new home she finds that there is more than one guest living there that she cannot ignore. Tipsy goes on an adventure to unravel the mystery of her new home and centuries-old murders, while her ex-husband is causing nothing but trouble and drama. When all she wants is to start her new life, become an artist again, and maybe find love.
Throughout the book, there are a lot of characters you don't even meet there just mentioned but they're intricate to the story. So sometimes it's hard to follow. Plus there are a lot of landmarks that are mentioned in the book that are described but not in a very typical kind of way. Plus there are a lot of landmarks mentioned in this book, some are easily described and others you may have to look up to get a better visual. One of the things that you might find yourself looking up is what's a joggling board. Her relationship with Will was a little bit bland but wasn't bad. I get it it's not the main story but still, a little something more would have been nice.
The character's backstories are very intricately written to keep you entertained. And there are no discrepancies in their backstory. Which can happen a lot with stories with so many characters. The story flows very nicely between each chapter so you don't feel like you're missing something in between. The main characters are very lovable and empathetic. I particularly really loved the character of Henry. He is a grumpy man that stole my heart throughout the book and I can't wait to read more about him. The author bases the book in the City of Charleston and if you've never been there the author does a great job of teleporting you there and making you feel like you've been there your whole life. Tipsy, who is the main character, is empathetic and a badass when it comes to her abilities, even if she doesn't believe in herself.
I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. Because its book is entertaining and well written. Plus you get an awesome heroine who is vulnerable yet strong at the same time. To be honest I couldn't find much that I didn't like about this book. The author knows how to write a mystery without making it way too dramatic or silly.
I recommend this book for anyone who really likes a good murder mystery with a touch of paranormal. With a good strong woman in the lead, that is empathetic and realistic.
August 11, 2020
We must be willing to let go of the life we planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us. –Joseph Campbell
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✍️ STEPHANIE ALEXANDER is a writer and a family law attorney.
She published her 1st novel in 2012.
This is her 4th book.
She lives in Charleston, South Carolina & it also forms the basis and the backdrop for this particular story‼️
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🙋🏻♀️ I am so excited today to bring forth this, FRESH, light, insightful, kind-of humorous read
CHARLESTON GREEN
in association with @katerockbooktours @stephaniealexander
I thoroughly enjoyed this one‼️
__________
An excerpt;
"Granna and she had shared that strange affinity for the dead, so although Granna herself was many years gone, Tipsy still sometimes heard the voice that had steered her through her haphazard childhood."
__________
📖 Here's the storyline;
Tipsy, Tiffany , is a gifted artist, a single mom to 3 kids- (two 6 yr old twin & an 8 yr old son) and also a CLAIRVOYANT, a psychic, like her grandma.
But she has always avoided dead people.
When she moves into a different house- temporarily, post her divorce, she is faced with two ghosts, Jane & Henry Mott, who have haunted the house for a century!
In an attempt to bring her life back on track, she gets a chance to set them free and also release her ghosts from the past.
__________
👛 364 pages weaved in 17 chapters, this wOnDeRfUl read is available for INR 373/- @amazonkindle & for $ 14.99/- for paperback @amazondotcom
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✨ Beautifully weaved, a fresh storyline, an amazing plot with a witty narrative, this one sure goes for a 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating‼️
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🗣️ It talks about a woman losing her financial independence post kids, about divorce & it's effects, mid-life crisis and also has a supernatural aspect, wherein Tipsy needs to solve the mystery/ puzzle to free the spirits..& learn her lessons in the process.
__________
👌A quick, refreshing read.
#noorthebookwormreviews
#charlestongreen
___________
✍️ STEPHANIE ALEXANDER is a writer and a family law attorney.
She published her 1st novel in 2012.
This is her 4th book.
She lives in Charleston, South Carolina & it also forms the basis and the backdrop for this particular story‼️
___________
🙋🏻♀️ I am so excited today to bring forth this, FRESH, light, insightful, kind-of humorous read
CHARLESTON GREEN
in association with @katerockbooktours @stephaniealexander
I thoroughly enjoyed this one‼️
__________
An excerpt;
"Granna and she had shared that strange affinity for the dead, so although Granna herself was many years gone, Tipsy still sometimes heard the voice that had steered her through her haphazard childhood."
__________
📖 Here's the storyline;
Tipsy, Tiffany , is a gifted artist, a single mom to 3 kids- (two 6 yr old twin & an 8 yr old son) and also a CLAIRVOYANT, a psychic, like her grandma.
But she has always avoided dead people.
When she moves into a different house- temporarily, post her divorce, she is faced with two ghosts, Jane & Henry Mott, who have haunted the house for a century!
In an attempt to bring her life back on track, she gets a chance to set them free and also release her ghosts from the past.
__________
👛 364 pages weaved in 17 chapters, this wOnDeRfUl read is available for INR 373/- @amazonkindle & for $ 14.99/- for paperback @amazondotcom
__________
✨ Beautifully weaved, a fresh storyline, an amazing plot with a witty narrative, this one sure goes for a 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating‼️
__________
🗣️ It talks about a woman losing her financial independence post kids, about divorce & it's effects, mid-life crisis and also has a supernatural aspect, wherein Tipsy needs to solve the mystery/ puzzle to free the spirits..& learn her lessons in the process.
__________
👌A quick, refreshing read.
#noorthebookwormreviews
#charlestongreen
August 13, 2020
This book was received from the Author, and Publisher, in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and thoughts expressed in this review are completely my own.
Charleston Green is a contemporary ghost mystery, that was truly a delight to read
Set in the beautiful state of South Carolina, has is charming supernatural murder mystery. A talented artist Tipsy Collins has recently divorced, struggling with three children to get back on her feet. She and her children have been given a house to live in Mount Pleasant, Charleston, by her brother-in-law.
Tipsy Collins has a special way about her, just like her grandmother, she can see and here ghosts. The house on Bennett Street, comes with some troubled former tenants.
Jane and Henry Mott were married and died in 1923. Jane is convinced that Henry killer her, but Henry can't remember anything about that day.
This book will grab you from the first chapter and hold your attention all the way through. As Tipsy takes up the challenge to uncover secrets of the past and help the the ghostly couple. As mystery that unravels, she grows in her ounce personal life.
The struggles are realistic depicted as Tipsy navigates in her new life, but also her continued dealing with vindictive her ex-husband as his mother. She has some fun-loving friends that help through, and remind her that she is a strong.
This a great book that a perfect summertime read. Full heartfelt drama, and captivating mystery. The writing flows with engaging humor and delightful dialogue, that is sure to captivate any reader.
The author touches on real life struggles and intertwines them into a lovely paranormal southern charm mystery.
#stephaniealexanderbooks #charlestongreen
Charleston Green is a contemporary ghost mystery, that was truly a delight to read
Set in the beautiful state of South Carolina, has is charming supernatural murder mystery. A talented artist Tipsy Collins has recently divorced, struggling with three children to get back on her feet. She and her children have been given a house to live in Mount Pleasant, Charleston, by her brother-in-law.
Tipsy Collins has a special way about her, just like her grandmother, she can see and here ghosts. The house on Bennett Street, comes with some troubled former tenants.
Jane and Henry Mott were married and died in 1923. Jane is convinced that Henry killer her, but Henry can't remember anything about that day.
This book will grab you from the first chapter and hold your attention all the way through. As Tipsy takes up the challenge to uncover secrets of the past and help the the ghostly couple. As mystery that unravels, she grows in her ounce personal life.
The struggles are realistic depicted as Tipsy navigates in her new life, but also her continued dealing with vindictive her ex-husband as his mother. She has some fun-loving friends that help through, and remind her that she is a strong.
This a great book that a perfect summertime read. Full heartfelt drama, and captivating mystery. The writing flows with engaging humor and delightful dialogue, that is sure to captivate any reader.
The author touches on real life struggles and intertwines them into a lovely paranormal southern charm mystery.
#stephaniealexanderbooks #charlestongreen
August 16, 2020
Charleston Green is a quirky, charming, and unexpected summer read! “Tipsy” Collins has just gone through a divorce. With three small kids, no form of steady income, and an ex set on continuing to make life difficult for her, Tipsy is in need of a little luck. When her brother-in-law offers to let Tipsy and the kids move into his deceased mother’s house rent-free while he works on fixing it prior to putting it on the market, it seems like things might finally be starting to go Tipsy’s way. That is, until she meets the house’s ghostly inhabitants, Jane and Henry Mott. Stuck haunting the same house together, the Motts have been having the identical argument since their deaths in the 1920’s – Jane is convinced Henry murdered her, while Henry denies he could be capable of such an act. As Tipsy becomes consumed with helping Jane and Henry uncover the truth about their shared past, how long can she ignore the increasing toll it’s taking on her present?
Born and raised in the northeast, I don’t have a southern bone in my body. Regardless, I have always wanted to visit Charleston and really enjoyed getting glimpses into its heritage and history throughout the novel. From Tipsy’s zany friends to the plethora of ghosts you meet along the way, this was such a fun and unique read. Getting to know Jane and Henry was actually one of my favorite parts of the book, as they were surprisingly multifaceted. When not absorbed with their hatred for one another, they could be funny and sweet, protective and kind, silly and wise. Add to all of this a 100 year old mystery and you really can’t go wrong!
Thanks to Bublish, Inc. and Stephanie Alexander for my advance copy.
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Born and raised in the northeast, I don’t have a southern bone in my body. Regardless, I have always wanted to visit Charleston and really enjoyed getting glimpses into its heritage and history throughout the novel. From Tipsy’s zany friends to the plethora of ghosts you meet along the way, this was such a fun and unique read. Getting to know Jane and Henry was actually one of my favorite parts of the book, as they were surprisingly multifaceted. When not absorbed with their hatred for one another, they could be funny and sweet, protective and kind, silly and wise. Add to all of this a 100 year old mystery and you really can’t go wrong!
Thanks to Bublish, Inc. and Stephanie Alexander for my advance copy.
Follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bookcoffeecozy
June 25, 2021
“Our stories aren’t near finished yet. So if you want to change yours—maybe add some new characters or even get rid of a few chapters, I think you should go right on ahead and do it.”
Charleston Green is the story of Tipsy Collins and how her life changed all at once. She’s always been able to see and speak with ghosts, but after getting a divorce and moving into a house with two resident spirits, everything about Tipsy’s life begins changing. She’s determined to help the spirits while holding onto her sanity and her kids. It’s a story of coming into your own while being extremely different from those around you.
I felt that the story itself was quite good. Throughout the book there were memorable quotes and words of wisdom. The characters all grew with the book and had a-ha moments where things began falling into place and they achieved true happiness. The description of the scenery contained the perfect amount of details so that the reader could truly picture the setting. And the author captured how in a divorce more often than not there are two people who carry the blame and never just one.
Although I did enjoy the storyline and the characters, I felt that some of the chapters could have benefited from being split up and maybe have more consistency in regards to length (go from an 18 page chapter to a 52 page chapter). I also truly question whether the editor was paying attention while reading/editing due to noticeable errors throughout the book (ie. Ch 5 page 97 “That black hair hair cascaded over her shoulders” Ch 6 page 120 “She’d had a low grade headache all, probably from the heat”).
Overall, grammatical errors aside, the book was enjoyable, original & kept you guessing until the very end.
Charleston Green is the story of Tipsy Collins and how her life changed all at once. She’s always been able to see and speak with ghosts, but after getting a divorce and moving into a house with two resident spirits, everything about Tipsy’s life begins changing. She’s determined to help the spirits while holding onto her sanity and her kids. It’s a story of coming into your own while being extremely different from those around you.
I felt that the story itself was quite good. Throughout the book there were memorable quotes and words of wisdom. The characters all grew with the book and had a-ha moments where things began falling into place and they achieved true happiness. The description of the scenery contained the perfect amount of details so that the reader could truly picture the setting. And the author captured how in a divorce more often than not there are two people who carry the blame and never just one.
Although I did enjoy the storyline and the characters, I felt that some of the chapters could have benefited from being split up and maybe have more consistency in regards to length (go from an 18 page chapter to a 52 page chapter). I also truly question whether the editor was paying attention while reading/editing due to noticeable errors throughout the book (ie. Ch 5 page 97 “That black hair hair cascaded over her shoulders” Ch 6 page 120 “She’d had a low grade headache all, probably from the heat”).
Overall, grammatical errors aside, the book was enjoyable, original & kept you guessing until the very end.
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