🌸 Book Review: Eostre and Easter by Heather Graham (Kindle Edition)
A supernatural springtime mystery set in the haunting beauty of the Scottish Highlands—Heather Graham blends folklore, suspense, and seasonal symbolism in this atmospheric short story.
🧠 Overview
Published on April 16, 2025, Eostre and Easter is a 22-page Kindle short by Heather Graham, a prolific author known for her paranormal thrillers and romantic suspense. This story features Angela Hawkins Crow, a founding member of the Krewe of Hunters, a team of investigators who communicate with the dead to solve crimes.
Angela is called to the Highlands of Scotland, where several people have mysteriously disappeared. The local police suspect something sinister in the remote mountain region, and Angela’s psychic abilities—and her connection to ancient folklore—may be the key to unraveling the truth. As spring arrives, so does the eerie presence of Eostre, the ancient goddess of rebirth, whose influence may be more than symbolic.
🌿 Key Themes & Highlights
- 🏔️ Scottish Highlands setting: Richly described landscapes add a mystical and isolating tone to the investigation
- 🧙♀️ Folklore meets mystery: The story draws on pagan traditions and the myth of Eostre to deepen the supernatural intrigue
- 🔍 Paranormal sleuthing: Angela’s ability to communicate with spirits adds a unique twist to the detective genre
- 🌸 Spring symbolism: The contrast between seasonal renewal and dark disappearances creates thematic tension
“She and Jackson will discover that the coming of spring might have meant things through the ages… and that things of beauty can always be twisted into things that are deadly.”
💬 Reader Reception
- ⭐ Goodreads rating: 4.41/5 from over 140 ratings
- 📖 Readers praise the story’s atmosphere, folkloric depth, and Angela’s character
- 🧾 Some note that while the story is short, it’s packed with suspense and vivid imagery
- 💬 “Heather Graham never disappoints—this one’s eerie, elegant, and perfect for a springtime chill.” — Goodreads reviewer
⚠️ Considerations
- 📄 Short format: At 22 pages, it’s a quick read—best approached as a seasonal vignette or Krewe of Hunters bonus
- 📚 Series tie-in: Works as a standalone, but fans of the Krewe of Hunters series will appreciate the continuity
- 🧠 Folklore-heavy: Readers unfamiliar with Eostre or pagan traditions may want a quick primer to fully appreciate the symbolism
🏁 Final Verdict
Eostre and Easter is a moody and mystical short story that blends folklore with paranormal investigation. Heather Graham’s evocative writing and strong heroine make this a compelling springtime read for fans of supernatural mysteries. If you enjoy stories where ancient myths collide with modern danger, this Kindle edition is a satisfying seasonal escape.
