This is a book I didn't want to put down until I'd finished it, an enthralling historical romantic suspense, a story that had me turning the pages, totally engrossed in the whole story. Set in Cornwall in 1798, the author brings the locations and characters vividly to life in the reader's imagination. Although it is the fifth book the author has set in this era, is works well as a standalone.
Amelia Carew was shocked when her fiancè unexpectedly signed up to join the Navy just months before they were due to marry, without ever explaining to her why. When he was declared missing, presumed dead, she mourns for his absence again. It takes her more than a year to start to live again and the family physician, Luke Bohenna, has won her heart. However, just when she suspects Luke is about to propose, a letter from Edward arrives indicating that he's alive and about to return home. What happened to Edward? Will he still be the same or will his experiences have changed him? Should she choose Edward or Luke?
Get ready for a story packed with intrigue, danger and surprises. Like the only other book in this series that I've read so far, The Cornish Lady, it gives an insight into aspects of life during the time when George III was on the throne and the French revolution was in progress. The conflict between England and France is key to many of the events in the story, including the battle where Edward was supposedly killed. It is a suspense filled story, full of twists and turns to keep you guessing and there are plenty of surprises, especially when everything is finally revealed. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this and have no hesitation in highly recommending it to anyone who enjoys historical romance, mysteries and/or romantic suspense.
Thank you for my copy of this book which I have voluntarily read and honestly reviewed.
Amelia Carew was shocked when her fiancè unexpectedly signed up to join the Navy just months before they were due to marry, without ever explaining to her why. When he was declared missing, presumed dead, she mourns for his absence again. It takes her more than a year to start to live again and the family physician, Luke Bohenna, has won her heart. However, just when she suspects Luke is about to propose, a letter from Edward arrives indicating that he's alive and about to return home. What happened to Edward? Will he still be the same or will his experiences have changed him? Should she choose Edward or Luke?
Get ready for a story packed with intrigue, danger and surprises. Like the only other book in this series that I've read so far, The Cornish Lady, it gives an insight into aspects of life during the time when George III was on the throne and the French revolution was in progress. The conflict between England and France is key to many of the events in the story, including the battle where Edward was supposedly killed. It is a suspense filled story, full of twists and turns to keep you guessing and there are plenty of surprises, especially when everything is finally revealed. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this and have no hesitation in highly recommending it to anyone who enjoys historical romance, mysteries and/or romantic suspense.
Thank you for my copy of this book which I have voluntarily read and honestly reviewed.