I loved the idea when I read the plot, but unfortunately I didn't connect with the story or the main characters. Great premise but fell a little flat for me

I was immediately drawn into the story. The atmosphere, the suspense, and the unfolding mystery kept me hooked. I couldn't wait to see what was going to happen next, and every twist and turn only intensified my curiosity.

This is a well-written, engaging book that’s tough to put down once you’re invested. The pacing was spot-on, and the plot had a way of pulling me deeper into the story with each chapter. There are moments that will keep you on the edge of your seat, and even when I thought I knew what was coming, the author kept surprising me in the best ways. It’s one of those books that sticks with you, making you think about it long after you’ve finished.

Overall, I’m really glad I read this. It’s a thrilling and captivating experience, and I’d definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a gripping fall read. While there were a couple of moments that didn’t quite live up to the rest of the book, they didn’t take away from the overall enjoyment. A great pick for fans of suspense and mystery!

This was wonderful! I loved the writing style, the characters, the world-building…everything about it was top-notch. I will definitely be recommending this book!

3.75 - solid debut supernatural mystery. Action packed and entertaining! I was really glad that I was also sent a physical copy by the author.

I see this book has had a mix of reviews, it really seems to have people divided.
I’ll start by saying I’m falling more on the side of liking it.
What drew me to it initially, was when I read that it was set in a small mountain town in the Appalachians. I’ve had a long term interest in anything related to Appalachia, (fiction and non-fiction alike).
The fact that it had a horror/sci-fi genre mashup just put the cherry on top.


A Glimmer in the Hollows is set in a small town called Driftwood. A dark and eerie location, with a chilling atmosphere. It has all the legends and mysteries you’d come to expect from a place like this.
The author does an amazing job when it comes to the descriptiveness of Driftwood. Lorna Selley really has a gift for creating an immersive world that the reader easily falls into.
This doesn’t just start and stop with the scene setting, it carries on with the characters and the plot line. Combine all of these elements and you have a story full of dark secrets, suspense, and mystery.
The book gradually builds up the suspense and tension so effectively, you can’t help but want to keep reading, just one more page, one more chapter.
If you enjoy elements of mystery, suspense, and the paranormal, with exceptional world building then you’re really going to enjoy this one.
I look forward to seeing more from this author in the future.
Thank you to netgalley, the publisher and the author for the opportunity to read this ARC.
I would recommend.

Dark forests, eerie disappearances, and an Appalachian town cloaked in mist—A Glimmer in the Hollows is a chilling, atmospheric mystery that hooked me from page one.

Jessica Paige’s relentless search for answers about a missing girl from her past collides with feral boys, a haunting local legend, and a charismatic author digging for his next story. The result? A tangled web of secrets and suspense that kept me guessing until the last page.

Lorna Selley masterfully weaves vivid settings, haunting imagery, and complex characters into a story that feels as alive as the forest itself. This book is perfect for fans of small-town mysteries with a paranormal twist.

⭐ Rating: 4.5/5
💡 Perfect for fans of: The Lost Boys vibes, atmospheric thrillers, and mysteries that blur the line between reality and folklore.

I enjoyed reading this book over the halloween period. It had a lot of potential, good plot and overall spooky vibes to it. Unfortunately it did feel a bit flat in the first half of the book. I think that the going backwards and forwards between characters POV cut the build up a bit.
The last 20% of the book was great though, plenty going on, twists and I really found myself enjoying the book at that moment.
I would recommend it to people who aren’t too keen about horror and that kind of genre, but people who love King or Kontz for example might be a bit bored.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC copy of this book in exchange for my thoughts.

I found the premise of the book to be intriguing so when I finally picked this up, I was excited
to see how it all unfolded.

Sadly, I just didn't connect to the main character of Jessica or the secondary character of Elliot Reed.
The story felt like it was rushed and I found myself almost skim-reading to get to the good parts and when I finally did, it was almost the end of the book. The time skips perhaps made it a bit confusing and hard to follow and at times I struggled to keep up with what was going on.

The second half of the book I found to be more enjoyable but I think it needed more build up and clues towards the final "reveal" it felt as if it happened quite quickly and that all the action took place in the last 20 minutes.

I liked the X-Files style vibe of the book and I'd be open to reading more in the future.

Excellent book, loved it! Looking forward to more from this author! Apologies for the lateness of my review

I found this a very compelling and enjoyable read, I was drawn in immediately and absolutely enjoyed my time one i will defiently recommend

I liked the spooky vibes in this intriguing mystery of the missing kids of Driftwood, and I enjoyed the alternating POVs of Jessica and Elliot. The complication of her detective ex-boyfriend was good for creating tension which the setting also did a good job of as well with some creepy descriptions.

"A Glimmer in the Hollows" is a compelling mystery that revolves around Jessica's quest to unravel the events of a fateful night two decades ago. The author weaves a rich tapestry of secrets and intrigue, drawing readers into a haunting narrative filled with tension and emotional depth.

The strength of the mystery is one of the standout features of this book; it keeps you guessing and invested in Jessica’s journey. The atmospheric writing and well-drawn characters enhance the suspense, making it a page-turner for those who enjoy uncovering hidden truths.

However, while the story effectively establishes its central mystery, I found myself wishing for more breadcrumbs along the way. Additional clues could have propelled the plot forward and maintained the momentum, adding layers to the intrigue and keeping the reader engaged at an even brisker pace.

Overall, "A Glimmer in the Hollows" is a gripping read that will satisfy mystery lovers, even if it could benefit from a few more twists and turns to elevate the pacing. Fans of suspenseful narratives will likely find themselves thoroughly engrossed in Jessica's journey to uncover the past.

I thought this book would be a perfect chilling read for this fall weather, and I was immediately drawn into this book. Jessica didn’t really inspire me with good vibes, but she didn’t give me bad ones either. Getting to like her was difficult, but not impossible. I just didn’t click with her. The same was true of the other characters as well. However, once I got deep into the story, I didn’t want to stop. I couldn’t wait to see what was going to happen next. Once I got to what was actually happening, I was a little…let down, I guess. Not that the ending was bad, just not was I was expecting. This is actually a well-written, unputdownable book in some ways, and I’m glad I read it. Recommend. I was provided a complimentary copy which I voluntarily reviewed.

This truly was an awesome addition to my Spooktober TBR list. The mystery, the suspense, the imagery of the glowing feral eyes watching you from the treeline....Selley did a great job of pulling you into the story and hooking you from the get-go!

The main characters really intrigued me - Jessica especially. I spent the majority of the book trying to figure out how she was connected to everything and why she kept seeing the kids, but was not prepared for the reveal! I really enjoyed seeing her grow as a character - and my only complaint was not getting to see her strangle Harding, because c'mon!

I will say, I was not expecting the ending. I had this image built in my head of what had happened, and what the kids were, and so was a little surprised but definitely not disappointed!

I recieved this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.


I really liked this book it was a fun wild ride all the way through. I was not expecting the twist and that is always exciting for me since I guess the twists in a lot of the books I read.

Not sure why all the bad reviews. I really enjoyed this. It was a good mix of creepy and sci-fi with crime thriller vibes. Kept me reading to the end!

Will be reading this again. The plot was great and hooked me right from the start. I am looking forward to reading more from this author.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book once I got into it. I struggled to get into the writing style at first, it must have taken me at least 3 chapters. After that the story was great.
I don’t often read sci-fi mysteries like this but I’m glad I requested this book.
I think the main character was great. The romance arc was a little frustrating and unbelievable at times but I can deal with it.
Not quite a 5 star read but I did really enjoy the book. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the chance to read it!

My review is a little late because I was saving this for the right mood or the right weather. I just wanted to linger in a creepy little world on a cool day. It finally rained but this just did not work for me in the way I wanted it to. I love the two perspectives but I did not bond with our protagonists. I like the ending though.

What is happening to all the people that keep disappearing around Driftwood State Park in small-town Appalachia? And why can't Jessica remember what happened to her and Olivia all those years ago on the night that Olivia disappeared? This is a wild, psychologically taut mystery, full of weird synchronicities and parallels, eerie legends and unusual children.

I really enjoyed the plotline, and the writing was compelling, although it was a bit frustrating to me how long it took for the two main characters to actually get to the point where they were fully aware of each other and what was going on. Initially, I also found it hard to discern if the spookier elements of the story were supernatural, paranormal or extraterrestrial, based on the strange folklore and stories that permeate the town of Driftwood. But I'll leave it to you to discover it all for yourself.

Thanks to NetGalley, author Lorna Selley, and Roundfire Books for providing me with a digital ARC to read and review. All opinions are my own.