Trying to Live With the Dead kicks off B. L. Brunnemer’s haunting and heartfelt Veil Diaries series, where high school life collides with the terrifying realities of the spirit world. Lexie has never been normal—how could she be, when she sees the dead? After moving to a new town to escape the chaos of her past, she hopes to blend in, stay under the radar, and maybe get through senior year in one piece.

But Pine Hill has ghosts—lots of them. And they aren’t quiet.

As spirits begin to reach out, desperate and angry, Lexie realizes her gift isn’t something she can run from. Worse, her presence stirs something darker. Shadows are moving. The veil between worlds is thin here, and something is watching her from the other side.

Add in a house full of overprotective guys, nosy classmates, and a growing emotional weight from the stories of the dead, and Lexie’s life is anything but peaceful. But when a particularly violent spirit sets its sights on her, she’ll have to make a choice: hide from her power—or embrace it.

B. L. Brunnemer crafts a story packed with tension, paranormal chills, and relatable emotion. Trying to Live With the Dead is more than a ghost story—it’s about survival, found family, and finding your strength when surrounded by fear.

Now on Bookdio for free pdf download, this series opener is a must for anyone who loves paranormal horror with a strong, fierce heroine. Add it to your free books download list and get ready to cross the veil.