Ghosts and Ginger Tea
(2026)Inspired by the Night Marchers
(A book in the Haunted Brew series)
A novel by Leialoha Humpherys
The Night Marcher's Drum…
She made a deal with a ghost to escape death. But falling for him might be even more dangerous.
Oliana never believed in the Night Marchers—until she stumbles into their path and faces the punishment of death. Her only hope? Bargaining with a hauntingly handsome Night Marcher chief to break his own curse. Now, with the clock ticking and one month to live, she's caught in a web of ancient magic, tribal rivalries, and an unwanted betrothal—to the very spirit who might be her undoing.
Keanu, chief of a neighboring island and bound to a spectral fate, is everything a girl could want—strong, honorable, and distractingly charming. But even as he woos her over nightly ginger tea, Oliana knows better than to trust a man cursed to an eternity as a ghost. With every riddle they solve and secret they uncover, her feelings grow more complicated…and her heart more vulnerable. Can she resist the allure of his haunting presence?
As threats mount—an enemy tribe, a shadowy warlord, and an unknown assassin—Oliana realizes the cost of failure: her own soul and Keanu’s eternity. Can she outwit a curse and survive her heart’s desire? Or will her one month run out before she can rewrite both their fates?
◆ Ghosts and Ginger Tea is a captivating retelling of the Hawaiian legend of the Night Marchers, filled with political intrigue, an unraveling murder mystery, and romance with a touch of the supernatural. Curl up with this charming story in the Haunted Brews series, a collection of four cozy and spooky tales inspired by myths, lore, and legends, where cozy drinks and even cozier romance await. It is sure to bring you just the right amount of chill for your autumn evenings.
◆ Also perfect for readers who love Hawaiian legends, Polynesian mythology, and atmospheric island folklore, this cozy tale lets you walk the ancient paths of the Hawaiian Night Marchers and experience the magic of Hawai‘i through Oliana’s eyes. With lush settings, rich cultural touches, and a deep appreciation for the islands, Ghosts and Ginger Tea is an ideal escape for anyone dreaming of Hawai‘i, exploring its stories, or longing for a journey woven with myth, mystery, and aloha.
Genre: Fantasy
She made a deal with a ghost to escape death. But falling for him might be even more dangerous.
Oliana never believed in the Night Marchers—until she stumbles into their path and faces the punishment of death. Her only hope? Bargaining with a hauntingly handsome Night Marcher chief to break his own curse. Now, with the clock ticking and one month to live, she's caught in a web of ancient magic, tribal rivalries, and an unwanted betrothal—to the very spirit who might be her undoing.
Keanu, chief of a neighboring island and bound to a spectral fate, is everything a girl could want—strong, honorable, and distractingly charming. But even as he woos her over nightly ginger tea, Oliana knows better than to trust a man cursed to an eternity as a ghost. With every riddle they solve and secret they uncover, her feelings grow more complicated…and her heart more vulnerable. Can she resist the allure of his haunting presence?
As threats mount—an enemy tribe, a shadowy warlord, and an unknown assassin—Oliana realizes the cost of failure: her own soul and Keanu’s eternity. Can she outwit a curse and survive her heart’s desire? Or will her one month run out before she can rewrite both their fates?
◆ Ghosts and Ginger Tea is a captivating retelling of the Hawaiian legend of the Night Marchers, filled with political intrigue, an unraveling murder mystery, and romance with a touch of the supernatural. Curl up with this charming story in the Haunted Brews series, a collection of four cozy and spooky tales inspired by myths, lore, and legends, where cozy drinks and even cozier romance await. It is sure to bring you just the right amount of chill for your autumn evenings.
◆ Also perfect for readers who love Hawaiian legends, Polynesian mythology, and atmospheric island folklore, this cozy tale lets you walk the ancient paths of the Hawaiian Night Marchers and experience the magic of Hawai‘i through Oliana’s eyes. With lush settings, rich cultural touches, and a deep appreciation for the islands, Ghosts and Ginger Tea is an ideal escape for anyone dreaming of Hawai‘i, exploring its stories, or longing for a journey woven with myth, mystery, and aloha.
Genre: Fantasy