Book Review: “The Ghost You Can’t See” by L.G. Nixon

I picked up The Ghost You Can’t See with a mixture of curiosity and expectation…..curiosity because the premise promised supernatural intrigue woven into faith-based fantasy, expectation because I’d already enjoyed books one and two in the The Issachar Gatekeeper series by L.G. Nixon. I’m glad to say this third installment didn’t just meet that expectation…..it deepened it. I found myself swept into the adventure of Lucy Hornberger and her friend Schuyler once more, and this time their challenges felt more personal, more layered.

What struck me first was Nixon’s ability to make the supernatural feel grounded. Lucy is not immune to everyday teen struggles……school, friendships, family expectations—but she’s been thrust into a world where she sees things most don’t (or can’t), and must learn discernment. As one reviewer notes: “Lucy appears to be naive … believing what her eyes are telling her rather than what she knows to be true.”
That tension between “what I see” and “what is real” becomes central to the story’s heart. Suddenly, the ghosts and spirits are metaphors as much as plot devices: they reflect fear, doubt, deception, and the struggle to hold fast when everything feels uncertain.

I also appreciated the way biblical themes are woven in…… not heavy-handedly, but thoughtfully. The broader cosmic battle (the High King vs. the Dark Prince, the Life Tree, spirits of deception) echoes spiritual realities without being preachy. As one reviewer observed: “She learns the hard lessons of knowing the truth … walking by faith and not by sight.” That resonated with me personally: in our lives we’re often invited to trust beyond what’s visible, and this book captures that beautifully in a fantasy framework.

On a more personal note, what made this story really grab me was Lucy’s humanity. She messes up, she doubts, she asks questions. I think we all need to see characters who are strong and vulnerable, and Nixon gives us that. Scenes where she questions whether her friends or family truly love her, or where she feels the weight of responsibility even as she’s still growing…..those landed hard for me. They reminded me that heroism isn’t about being perfect, but rather about getting up again and choosing truth when it’s hard.

If I were to recommend this book, I would say: if you’re a fan of fantasy with heart, adventure with meaning, and characters who grow….. The Ghost You Can’t See is most definitely worth your time. And if you’re familiar with the series, it adds depth and stakes in a way that makes you excited for what comes next….. and it is a must-read for sure for your reading pleasure. I could not wait for this one to come out as I loved the first books so much. I definitely give this 5 out of 5 stars….. Just a few plot threads left dangling which makes me eager and excited for book four!

Final thought:

Read it. Let yourself wander into the invisible world with Lucy. And maybe, when the creepiest ghost moment happens, ask what it’s really pointing to…..and then breathe a little easier knowing you don’t have to face the unseen alone. Grab your copy today!