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Charleston Green: A Novel (Tipsy Collins Series Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Stephanie Alexander (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,465 ratings
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2021 Annie McDonnell Memorial Literary Award Finalist

2020 Chanticleer International Book Awards Finalist for Paranormal Division

2020 Publisher's Weekly BookLife Prize Quarter Finalist for Fiction

2020 Readers' Favorite Book Awards Silver Medalist for Paranormal Fiction

“I am always on the lookout for exciting new writers, and once I started reading Charleston Green by Stephanie Alexander, I was captivated. This novel leaves the reader entranced; the writing is skillful and clever and funny. I highly recommend this book.” —New York Times Bestselling Author Elin Hilderbrand

“With humor, heart and a heaping helping of Southern Charm, Charleston Green brings an entirely new meaning to the term 'unwanted house guests.' Tipsy is a lovable, flawed, complex heroine that readers will root for from the first page to the last—and pitch-perfect storytelling will leave fans begging for a sequel. This is Stephanie Alexander at her best!” —USA Today Bestselling Author of Feels Like Falling, Kristy Woodson Harvey

If Tipsy Collins learned one thing from her divorce, it's that everyone in Charleston is a little crazy—even if they're already dead.

Tipsy, a gifted artist, cannot ignore her nutty friends or her vindictive ex-husband, but as a lifelong reluctant clairvoyant, she's always avoided dead people. When Tipsy and her three children move into the house on Bennett Street, she realizes some ghosts won't be ignored.

Till death do us part didn't pan out for Jane and Henry Mott, who've haunted the house for nearly a century. Tipsy's marriage was downright felicitous when compared to Jane and Henry's ill-fated union. Jane believes Henry killed her and then himself, and Henry vehemently denies both accusations. Unfortunately, neither phantom remembers that afternoon in 1923. Tipsy doesn't know whether to side with Jane, who seems to be hiding something under her southern belle charm, or Henry, a mercurial creative genius. Jane and Henry draw Tipsy into their conundrum, and she uncovers secrets long concealed under layers of good manners, broken promises and soupy Lowcountry air. Living with ghosts, however, takes a toll on her health, and possibly even her sanity. As she struggles to forge a new path for herself and her children, Tipsy has a chance to set Jane and Henry free, and release the ghosts of her own past.

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This novel leaves the reader entranced; the writing is skillful and clever and funny. I highly recommend this book.

-- "Elin Hilderbrand, #1 New York Times bestsellling author"

An enchanting novel...In Tipsy and her ghosts, Alexander finds a story about the frustrations of love and aging, as well as the weight history places on the living, particularly, perhaps, in the South Carolina Lowcountry.

-- "Kirkus Reviews"

Stephanie Alexander does an outstanding job...A thoroughly engrossing saga.

-- "Midwest Book Review"

With humor, heart and a heaping helping of Southern Charm, Charleston Green brings an entirely new meaning to the term 'unwanted house guests.' Tipsy is a lovable, flawed, complex heroine that readers will root for from the first page to the last.

-- "Kristy Woodson Harvey, author of Under the Southern Sky"

About the Author

Stephanie Alexander writes enchanting, fantastical stories for thoughtful, modern women. She is a practicing family law attorney, has worked in women's health and international development, and has taught sociology at the College of Charleston. Her professional and personal background influences many themes in her work, including patriarchy and power dynamics, the ramifications of childhood experiences, relationship and parenting challenges, and the myth of happily ever after.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08562Z171
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Amazon Digital Services (April 14, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 14, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4131 KB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 364 pages
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Real women's stories, magically told.

Stephanie Alexander writes enchanting, fantastical stories for thoughtful, modern women. Her best-selling fantasy trilogy, the Cracked Slipper Series, is a fractured fairy tale set in a world of magic and wonder, but with a surprisingly relatable heroine. Her upcoming novel, Charleston Green, is another exploration of women's everyday trials and tribulations, with a hefty dose of southern charm and supernatural intrigue.

Stephanie has always been a fantasy nerd at heart. She grew up in the suburbs of Washington, DC, the oldest of three children. Drawing, writing stories, and harassing her parents for a pony consumed much of her childhood. After graduating from high school in 1995 she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the College of Charleston, South Carolina. She returned to Washington, DC, where she followed a long-time fascination with sociopolitical structures and women’s issues to a Master of Arts in Sociology from the American University. After ten years in DC, she returned to Charleston with her family. She graduated with honors from the Charleston School of Law, and currently practices family law in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.

Stephanie and her husband live on Daniel Island in Brady Bunch bliss with her three kids, his two kids, and their miniature dachshund, Trinket. She loves talking with book clubs, so feel free to contact her about book club events!

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Took this book on vacation with me and finished it in two days! Loved the story line and it was so modern yet took you back to old Charleston days. I am a Charlestonian and I think Stephanie captured Charleston perfectly. A fun easy read!!
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MariaIsoldde
5.0 out of 5 stars Mystery and the Realities of Love
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2021
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Charleston Green: A Tipsy Collins Novel book one by author Stephanie Alexander published by BooksGoSocial brings of mystery and the realities of love

Charleston Green is about Tipsy Collins, a newly divorced mother of three who is a struggling artist. When Tipsy and her children move into their new home she finds that there is more than one guest living there that she cannot ignore. Tipsy goes on an adventure to unravel the mystery of her new home and centuries-old murders, while her ex-husband is causing nothing but trouble and drama. When all she wants is to start her new life, become an artist again, and maybe find love.

Throughout the book, there are a lot of characters you don't even meet there just mentioned but they're intricate to the story. So sometimes it's hard to follow. Plus there are a lot of landmarks that are mentioned in the book that are described but not in a very typical kind of way. Plus there are a lot of landmarks mentioned in this book, some are easily described and others you may have to look up to get a better visual. One of the things that you might find yourself looking up is what's a joggling board. Her relationship with Will was a little bit bland but wasn't bad. I get it it's not the main story but still, a little something more would have been nice.

The character's backstories are very intricately written to keep you entertained. And there are no discrepancies in their backstory. Which can happen a lot with stories with so many characters. The story flows very nicely between each chapter so you don't feel like you're missing something in between. The main characters are very lovable and empathetic. I particularly really loved the character of Henry. He is a grumpy man that stole my heart throughout the book and I can't wait to read more about him. The author bases the book in the City of Charleston and if you've never been there the author does a great job of teleporting you there and making you feel like you've been there your whole life. Tipsy, who is the main character, is empathetic and a badass when it comes to her abilities, even if she doesn't believe in herself.

I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. Because its book is entertaining and well written. Plus you get an awesome heroine who is vulnerable yet strong at the same time. To be honest I couldn't find much that I didn't like about this book. The author knows how to write a mystery without making it way too dramatic or silly.

I recommend this book for anyone who really likes a good murder mystery with a touch of paranormal. With a good strong woman in the lead, that is empathetic and realistic.
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Jen Dy
4.0 out of 5 stars Charleston Green
Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2020
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Tipsy Collins is a talented artist whose life changed after her divorce from her cruel husband. She has three children and moved into a house on Bennett Street. All these sound’s natural, right? Oh, did I say she can see and talk to ghosts? Yes, dead people. She has been since she was a child, but she never really wanted to deal with that side of her. I find Tipsy’s character, funny, empathetic, and relatable. She is a mother who wants to give her children the best without dealing with the constant judgment and drama from her ex-husband. I like her two friends as well, Shelby and Lindsay. They are that kind of friends who will not sugar coat anything and might appear that they do not care about your feelings, but they care about you. They are also hilarious. And the two ghosts, Jane and Henry, are fascinating and have a solid background story. Tipsy’s life, combined with dead or alive people is one hell of a ride.
 
I haven’t been to Charleston, but I loved the setting, and I intend to visit in the future. I am also charmed by all of the secondary characters as much as I am with the primary. This book has mystery, paranormal, humor, romance, and even sarcasm. I highly recommend it if you enjoy a read with a robust and well-developed plot and characters.
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R. Hillyer
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute Ghost Story
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2024
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The Characters in Charleston Green: A Novel were believable. The Descriptions were delightful. The seeing was perfection. Looking forward to reading the next in the series. The description of the reasoning behind Charleston Green paint color needs updating as that color was originally green but the paint was colored with unstable copper acetate verdigris pigment, which over time would degrade to a dark almost-black, forming what we now call Charleston Green. Though some tour guides who aren't certified by the city may still be paying along the old, incorrect, info. And this book may be older too and hasn't been updated.
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Mia C.
5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining
Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2023
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Charleston Green: A Novel is part and the first book in the Tipsy Collins Series writte by Stephanie Alexander. This book is a delightful, paranormal page-turner that paints the perfect picture of Charleston's unique eccentricities. As Tipsy Collins navigates the complexities of her life post-divorce, she finds herself drawn into a spectral mystery that's as charming as it is enigmatic.
The author's writing brings the characters, both living and departed, to life with humor and charm. It is a heartwarming and humorous tale that blends the supernatural with real-life challenges, making it a must-read for those who love a touch of the otherworldly in their Southern fiction.
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Jessica Rodriguez
3.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable read.
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2020
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For the most part, I enjoyed this story although I felt some parts dragged in the middle & I had to force myself to keep going. I loved the ghosts’ stories intertwined with Tipsys. And of course, the Charleston setting was the cherry on top.
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Stephanie Soliz
4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful southern Weekend Read
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2024
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I enjoyed the book albeit not the ending. The characters are wonderfully hashed out and I enjoyed the dialogue so much. It had a couple of twists I didn’t see coming. The main characters and her friends interactions were as delightful as of those from Steel Magnolias. Very believable people you’d run into. The paranormal element felt natural and not forced. Recommend as a relaxing weekend or beach read.
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Linda J. Hawkins
5.0 out of 5 stars Mystery and Suspense Galore
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2024
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A lovely story with interesting characters, both fair and foul. The beauty of Charleston is the perfect setting for a surprisingly warm ghost story.
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ZL
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic!
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2023
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A truly amazingly written book on so many different levels. The characters are well developed, the plot complex, and the imagination that it’s taken it truly awe inspiring. I am glad that the number of characters makes it easy to keep track of everything. Can’t wait to read book 2!
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Maddy G
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this book!
Reviewed in Canada on May 28, 2020
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I really loved this book. I read the whole thing in two days because I just couldn't put it down. Tipsy is so relatable and funny--lots of great dialogue. Highly recommend. Great summer and Covid 19 read. Also, really made me want to visit Charleston!
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Lynne
5.0 out of 5 stars The Best, didn’t want it to end!
Reviewed in Australia on June 22, 2021
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If I could give 10 stars!
I really enjoyed this book, it held my interest right from the start and at a great pace.
Stephanie has a wonderful way of making you feel as if your living in Charleston with Tipsy, so good at describing the art work and the beautiful scenery.
Even though there are ghosts, it is not scary but you just have to know what is going to happen next.
Poor Tipsy has so much to deal with but how strong is she.
Well I’ve purchased the next book Haint Blue, can’t wait to start it,
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Krupa Chirravoori
2.0 out of 5 stars Eventually gave up at 79%
Reviewed in India on August 30, 2022
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I thought the plot would speed up and/or improve down the pages, but it didn't for me. I just couldn't stand the silliness of the protagonist Tipsy.

Tipsy is an artist with 3 kids under age 8, divorced and now looking at losing custody of her kids to her ex-husband. She is in dire need of money to engage a good lawyer as well as a P.I. to weaken her ex's case against her. If I were her, I would paint, sell, repeat till I got the whole situation under control. What does Tipsy do, though?

She insists on getting involved in the marital rifts between two dead ghosts, against her wise grandmother's advice. She repeatedly puts herself in awful physical distress and danger for the dead couple when she should be minding her own business. Why? Because there's a side benefit to this whole hare-brained idea - painting inspiration.

Now, if Tipsy the artist is worth her salt, she can produce saleable art anyway, which she desperately needs to, for keeping her kids. So, her whiling away time, risking her well-being for a noble cause involving two spirits when she has bigger fish to fry feels stupid to me.

I read on till 79% of the novel was over. I found 30 plus erros in proofreading/editing/formatting up till that point. But I didn't find the story picking up pace or Tipsy becoming more practical about what mattered the most. So, I decided it was enough of a read for me.

What could have been an engaging, thrilling and heartwarming story ended up being a loose, error-riddled, silly read. Sorry that the book and the writing didn't do for me what it seems to have done for so many who have written glowing reviews for this novel.
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Closet Romantic
1.0 out of 5 stars Reads like a kid's primer
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 13, 2021
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How this book is so popular is beyond me. I read 5 pages and there were only a couple of sentences that actually went over into the next line. A bit up from 'the cat sat on the mat', but not by much. So glad is was free and I didn't lose anythng by removing it from my kindle. Such a shame as it sounded like something I would enjoy.
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