Thank you NetGalley and Pamela Terry for this ARC ! This was a quick heartfelt read. It was my first Pamela Terry book and I enjoyed it. This was very different from my normal reads and I thought it was a great story !

Expected Release August 19, 2025.

Southern fiction writer Pamela Terry aces it again with a beautiful feel good novel. You can identify and empathize with all of the characters. There’s something in this novel for everyone. This is a quick read and one that is easy to enjoy. I great beach read!

This is a delightful, heartfelt story about Margaret Elliott and her family. Margaret has no recollection of her parents, who died when she was a baby; she was ultimately raised by her great-aunt Edith. She married Lawrence, the boy next door, and together they raised twin boys and a girl. After the death of her beloved husband, Margaret begins seeing visions of Aunt Edith and becomes convinced that her aunt has an important message to share.
Margaret's grown children start to grow concerned about her well-being, especially her daughter, nicknamed "Mouse," who is still grappling with the loss of her father. One of the twins, Tom, is facing challenges with his employee and his wife, adding to the ongoing tension with his twin brother, Lawrie. As the siblings observe their mother struggling, they realize they need to pay closer attention to her.
As Margaret's sightings of Aunt Edith continue, she becomes increasingly convinced that a long-buried secret from her past needs to be revealed. This beautifully written story explores the theme of family, illustrating how, despite facing significant loss, the importance of supporting one another through uncertain times is a true victory for all.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. All comments and opinions are my own.

Pamela Terry’s Through an Open Window is a poignant and beautifully written novel that explores love, loss, and the complexities of family. Set in the charming Southern town of Wesleyan, Georgia, the story follows Margaret Elliot, a recently widowed woman who begins experiencing ghostly visits from her late Aunt Edith. As Margaret tries to interpret what her aunt’s spirit is trying to communicate, she also navigates the challenges of her three grown children—each dealing with their own personal struggles.

Terry’s writing is immersive, capturing both the warmth of Southern life and the emotional depth of a family in transition. The supernatural elements are woven subtly into the narrative, adding a touch of mystery without overshadowing the novel’s central themes of grief, resilience, and self-discovery. Each character is richly developed, making their journeys compelling and heartfelt.

While the novel’s pacing may be slower for those looking for high-stakes drama, the emotional resonance and strong character arcs make Through an Open Window a rewarding read. Fans of literary family sagas with a touch of magical realism will find this novel especially engaging.

A family drama with a little bit of mysticism that will grab the reader in the first chapters. A recently widowed woman sees the ghost of her aunt at different times in her home. Is she having hallucinations and is she the only one seeing her? Add some family drama with the woman's three grown children and you will have a fascinating read! I stayed up late reading this and highly recommend it. I have read this author's previous books and look forward to reading more in the future.

Pamela Terry's *Through an Open Window* is a heartfelt story about love and loss, set in the charming town of Wesleyan, Georgia. The main character, Margaret Elliot, is a recently widowed woman trying to cope with her grief while receiving mysterious visits from her Aunt Edith’s spirit. As she works to uncover the truth her aunt wants to share, she also deals with the struggles of her three adult kids—Mouse, Lawrie, and Tom—who each have their own baggage.

Terry's writing style is warm and inviting, making the Southern setting come alive. The ghostly visits add an interesting twist without being too much, highlighting how our past influences our present and the enduring nature of love. Overall, *Through an Open Window* is a touching look at moving on while remembering where we come from, perfect for fans of family dramas with a little mystery thrown in.

Through an Open Window is truly a masterpiece of the value of family and all the love that is shared among members as portrayed by each in relation to others and themselves. This book has just enough mystery that is gradually resolved as you fa!l in !I've with the characters and their hopes and dreams as reality sets in no matter how bizarre it can be. Read it to discover its charm and hidden secrets.

Thank you to Netgalley for this arc of Through an Open Window. This book was a really good read. There was a lot of family drama going on with each of the the siblings and their mother is grieving with the death of her husband. While their mother is grieving she keeps seeing the ghost of her aunt and she feels like her aunt is trying to tell her something important.

I originally chose this book because of the cover. It turned out to be the best pick ever, in fact I am so disappointed that I have finished it. It is a marvelous book. A woman sees a figure in her bedroom at night, but she isn't the only family member to see this figure. However, it is not something that they discuss. The image appears to many in the family, but no one realizes what or who they are seeing except for the recently widowed woman. I am really lousy at summarizing a book, but I can tell you, that you will love it. You will have a very satisgyin rad, one that that will continue to linger.

", Life's such a mystery, darlin’,” “But crazy as it sounds, I find some comfort in that. To me, truth is like a garden full of birdsong. I never listen for the loudest voice. I listen to
the chorus instead. I guess I just like to keep an open mind, is all. And an open mind is like an open window, you can’t hear the birdsong if you keep it shut.”
You know I wish this could be my review because it sums up everything that's happening in this book above and beyond!
I was invited to read this but wasn't sure when I took it but now I'm so very glad I did! This book touched my heart deeply and sometimes I wished that I had some tissues nearby. But, this book will also make you smile along the way too.
Thank you for inviting me to read those beautiful story. I'll not soon forget it.
Margaret and her dog quickly became my friends. I hated to say goodbye.
A story like this in my comes once in a lifetime in my opinion.
5 stars for keeping my attention all the way. I highly recommend it.
I was NOT required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine.

I loved Pamela Terry’s earlier novel but had a very difficult time staying interested in this one. Might be for others but it isn’t for me.

There's nothing like a Pamela Terry novel to touch your heart and evoke your emotions with her beautiful writing and unforgettable characters. Her latest, Through an Open Window, is about a family in flux. Ever since her husband died, Margaret has been having hallucinations of the long-deceased aunt who raised her. She doesn't dare tell her children for fear they will think she is crazy, but she can't help but feel that Aunt Edith is trying to tell her something important. Margaret's adult children are three exceedingly different people--even the twins, Lawrie and Tom. Lawrie is happy as a veterinarian but hasn't convinced his live-in girlfriend of 8 years to marry him, and property developer Tom has a failing marriage and expects to be fired from his job, but he has started pursuing a new passion that startles his family. Daughter Mouse (nee Agatha), a successful caterer, has been devastated by her father's death and fears she is driving her (wonderful) husband away with her depression.

Every one of these characters is vividly portrayed and relatable, each with details that set them apart and grab the reader's attention. Supporting characters such as Lawrie's partner Emlynn, Mouse's physician husband Nick, her flamboyant friend Kitty and elderly neighbor Harriet (and her chihuahua Gatsby) are no less complex and engaging. And then there's Jubal, a Clumber spaniel who came along at just the right moment.

The story alternatively focuses on each of the protagonists and uses expressive language, gentle humor, and surprising plot turns--not to mention a modicum of magic--to keep the reader fascinated and wanting the best for these characters, in the face of daunting issues and long-held family secrets. Toward the end, the story brought me unexpectedly to quick tears--twice--and they were happy tears. Final revelations subtly promised more positive changes in the characters' lives. I highly recommend the author's latest book, in addition to When the Moon Turns Blue and The Sweet Taste of Muscadines, all three written by a consummate storyteller and a master of the genre.

My sincere thanks to Ballantine Books and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and provide an honest review of this book.

Women’s fiction readers will want to pick up Through an Open Window this summer. Pamela Terry has a winner!

Many thanks to NetGalley and Ballantine Books for the opportunity to read Through an Open Window by Pamela Terry. The Perfect Book. I love Pamela Terry's two previous novels and re-read them both from time to time. This book, her third, will be added to the rotation. I loved it.