Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher.

The Dream Haunters is a cozy mystery with great autumn Halloween vibes (perfect for the time I was reading it). Found family is a favourite trope of mine and I liked the magic world this story was set in and Hannah was an extremely likeable character. I look forward to continuing on with the story in book 2.

Hannah has been having some strange dreams and when she heard her aunt has gone missing soon after she loses her job she wonders if it’s a sign. Returning to her aunts home the dream seem to take on new meaning and also become clearer. But will she be able to learn everything fast enough to save her aunt?

Firstly thank you @netgalley and @meganmaryauthor for providing me an ARC or lister copy.

I can’t believe I finished this in one sitting it was so good! Perfect for any spiritualists or fans of dream analysing.

Loved reading this during spooky season and am keen to find out what Hannah gets up to next!

I like stories like this. Uncovering family secrets, hidden legacy, travelling to an ancestral home, etc. I love the cozy fall atmosphere. I love Pearl Hewitt’s voice, so that was an added bonus. Hannah is a likeable FMC. This is a great Fall read.

I struggled to get into this. It didn't feel exciting and came across as dull to me. I can see somebody who enjoys a cozy quick fantasy enjoying though.

Thank you NetGalley, Megan Mary, and Inner Realms Publishing for the opportunity to read an ARC of The Dream Hunters.

This was a wonderful book to get into the Halloween spirit. I loved the autumnal theme and activities throughout the book. This was a fast read for me and never felt like I connected with Hannah, which was disappointing. However, it was a fun read and curious of the future of the series as I want to enjoy these characters but don’t feel like I got to know them well.

This book was pure magic and I loved it. I am getting more into audio books inbetween reading and this is one that did not dissapoint and kept me from just listening to it into the background I found I had stopped what I was doing to envelop myself in the story.

This is so different than what I expected. The way she wove spiritual awakening into this book was not only clever but creative. Very enjoyable read, and I look forward to the rest of the series.

This is pretty much a cosy spiritual fantasy with mystery elements in a fall/Halloween setting. It is labelled as YA fantasy however, we’re not sure how old Hannah is in the story (unless I’ve missed this information).

The story was appealing but the execution was way below my expectations.

The first chapter is intriguing and hooks you into the story with the disappearance of Hannah’s aunt. But after that the slow pace of the story almost made me want to DNF and I probably should’ve. 40% into it, I had to listen in x2 speed to make it to the end.

This mystery didn’t have any hurdles, the main protagonist was resolving literally everything easily by herself.

There’s no character development. The few things that we know about Hannah, is that she lives with a roommate, has lost her job as a pianist and is worried about how she will pay the bills but after chapter 4-5 it’s never brought up again. She has lost her parents in an accident, but I felt no emotion in her words or actions.

I really liked the spiritual references and elements about dreams and their meaning but it could’ve been explored more and on a deeper level.

Bonus points for the titled chapters.

The storyline i loved, however it became more disjointed as the story progressed instead of a gradual progression. The characters are well rounded an dthe descriptive essence is good but i feel this is more a fantasy cosy than a full book

This was such a quick cozy autumn listen! I loved listening to the audiobook when working / doing chores. The narrator was incredible!
If you are looking for high stakes this book is not for you. It's a cozy fast 'mystery'.
I do think the story could have been developed way more, since there was enough potential! Everything gets solved quite easily and the FMC seemingly already has all the answers. The one point I really did not like was how when ever there was a physical confrontation, the FMC just froze up and basically became a useless bystander.
That being said I did enjoy listening to the book. I don't think i'll come back for more.

Thank you NetGalley for the ALC!

This was an easy listen that I finished in one day. It’s perfect for a fall/October read based on the setting of the book. The categories listed for this book included YA but I would even recommend this book to a middle grade reader. It’s an easy to follow mystery in a cozy pre-Halloween setting.

I listened to an audiobook ALC provided via NetGalley.

So I have tasks to do today and needed something to listen to so I perused the “listen now” in NetGalley and saw this book which came out on the first of October 2024z I had past it by in the past because while pretty the cover didn’t draw me in enough to read the description.

Once I actually read it I realized this was exactly a theme I love to read. So it’s unfortunate that the cover doesn’t match the book. There is a disconnect. Anyway I am thankful to have gotten the ALC for free from Netgalley and the author so I can leave my voluntary review.

In the first 30 minutes of listening to the narrator and her lovely voice (although very slow which doesn’t match the feeling of th story) I was thinking that this was a gem found and needed more focus as it drew me in quickly!

Unfortunately that’s not how it ended up but the book has so much potential. The plot is fun and d interesting with talking of portals and people trapped by dreams however the execution needs work.

Now that being said, I enjoyed the story! So it’s worth a. Read especially since it’s short and if you listen to it on 2x speed you can finish it very quickly. Even at regular speed it’s only 5.5 hours long.

On the other hand that short read time is because the story is very thin. While it is an adult protagonist it reads like a YA book. Actually with some changes and making Hannah the FMC an older teen the book along with fleshing out the story more, it would make a great YA book.

I hope the author takes some time to revisit the story and take another stab on it as it has so much potential to be a great book.

My rating system since GoodReads doesn’t have partial stars and I rarely round up.

⭐️ Hated it
⭐️⭐️ Had a lot of trouble, prose issues, really not my cup of tea (potentially DNF’d or thought about it)
⭐️⭐️⭐️ Meh, it was an ok read but nothing special
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Really enjoyed it! Would recommend to others
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Outstanding! Will circle back and read again

This book is the epitome of a witchy read, perfect for anyone looking to cozy up with a cup of tea and enjoy a fall escape. The pacing is well-balanced, blending elements of mystery with a deep sense of self-discovery. The key iconography woven throughout adds layers of intrigue and symbolism, making it a satisfying thread in the story.

Hannah, the main character, truly shines as she embarks on her journey of learning to trust her intuition and embrace her identity as a witch. Her growth felt personal to me, reminding me of my own journey in trusting myself and connecting with ancestral wisdom. There are so many moments of magic and self-realization that really stand out.

While the ending didn’t quite live up to the rest of the story’s build-up, it doesn’t detract too much from the overall experience. I’d recommend this book to anyone seeking a magical, reflective read with a side of mystery. It’s a perfect companion for autumn evenings.

Dream Haunters by Megan Mary


Hannah Skye, a gifted pianist, unexpectedly looses her job. As she is trying to make sense of this, she receives a phone call from a detective telling her that her estranged aunt is missing. Hannah does not know much about her aunt, since her father never spoke of her or the place where he grew up, Maple Hollow. Shortly after the phone call, Hannah receives a letter from her estranged aunt, with a one way ticket to Maple Hollow. With no where else to go, Hannah boards the plane to help find her aunt.

While on the island, Hannah starts to learn about her aunt from the butler and townsfolk. But more importantly, she starts to learn about herself.


I really wanted to like this book. I was wanting a halloween vibe of a book and this book disappointed. Well, I can’t actually say that completely because the beginning was so boring and long, by chapter 12 the only action was the aunt coming up missing and the plane flight. I restarted the audio book 4 times. But finally threw my hands up in surrender, it wasn’t getting better.

I also did not like the voice actor. Hannah lives in the United States. Maple Hollow is in New England area of the United States so why is the voice actor British and older than the 20 something Hannah? This was my first reason I restarted the book because I thought I had zoned out and missed where we went to England.

This book was not my cup of tea. But others seemed to like it so read other reviews.

Thank you Netgalley for a audio book in exchange for my honest review.

I enjoyed listening to the autumnal atmosphere but other than that it's not very good. I didn't like Hannah's character, she's like a puppet in the story. The narrator just basically tells you everything which makes it boring. It could have been done without the main character at all.

A very enjoyable book. I enjoyed the uses of cats and believing in one’s self to achieve outcomes. I recommend this book for others who enjoy a witchy read. The story was well written and had a beautiful energy to it. I look forward to book two in the series.

The Dream Haunters was a lovely autumnal, cosy read. . I listened to this book and loved the narrators voice, she read the book so well, making each character come alive.

Hannah goes on a journey to Maple Hollow after the news that her Aunt Jewelia has gone missing. At Maple Hollow Hannah is on a journey to find her Aunt and free her before the end of Halloween night. She has the help of local villagers and Midnight, a talking cat. There’s a magical pumpkin patch too!

I loved how the story has a deep message about life, I could connect to it so much. I related to the main character Hannah, her life, how she has always felt different in the world. Having a chronic illness and having had a spiritual awakening myself, I found this book so healing and soothing. I enjoyed hearing about the author, Megan Mary, at the end of the book.

I really enjoyed this book and I’m looking forward to the second book in the series. I hope in the next book there may be a little more character development, I’d love to learn more about them.

Thank you to NetGalley and the author, Megan Mary, for the eARC copy of this book.

This was the first audiobook I ever read. And I am just not a fan of it. I couldn't follow along well, no matter what speed it was set at. I will say if this was a physical book I probably would have liked it better.

The Dream Haunters was a cozy fall read about Hannah Skye who goes on a journey to Maple Hollow after news that an aunt has gone missing. Maple Hollow is where dreams meet reality in a magical quest filled with shapeshifters, ancient legacies, and the thin veil between worlds.

If you are a fan of The Good Witch or Hallmark Movies and Mysteries, you will enjoy The Dream Haunters by Megan Mary.

The story sticks with Hannah and her aunt in Maple Hollow. There is no love interest or romance. It is YA appropriate, if not YA leaning.

Overall, a cozy, quick read for pumpkin season.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the advanced reader copy in exchange for my honest review.

This was my latest listen while walking the dog. I don’t love the narrator, she sounded too old for the young FMC and her voice never seemed to capture the importance and urgency of the situations. The story itself wasn’t bad for a cozy mystery. It just felt like everything lined up so perfectly and she magically, literally, had all the answers. I like some trials and shortcoming. Maybe it’s just me?