"[4] Kirkus Reviews wrote that "The collection builds slowly, finding its emotional stride in the second half, when the characters’ interiorities are more developed and complex.

"[5] Publishers Weekly found that some short stories were "underbaked" but concluded: "Overall, though, Nigerian myth and reality harmoniously come together in these meticulously constructed tales.

"[9] Chicago Review of Books praised the complexity of womanhood shown in the stories, stating, "There is no right way to move in Aguda’s world.

"[11] Ancillary Review of Books wrote: "Ghostroots is an incredible addition to the canon of works that toe the line between generic horror and mimetic unsettlement ... it’s a must-read.

"[13] Financial Times said "Pemi Aguda's short stories evoke the chaos, smells, corruption and supernatural influences in Nigeria's biggest city.