Julie Klassen's Shadows Of Swanford Abbey is the perfect book to curl up with on a cold snowy afternoon. Taking Place in s Regency England abandoned cloister remodeled into a Grand hotel full of mysterious corridors, romance, and perhaps a ghost or two. Is anyone who they claim to be? Follow Rebecca and Sir Frederick as they try to solve the mysterious goings-on at Swanford Abbey while resolving their own past. The plot is fast-moving and quite intriguing. I love the setting and all of the characters are fascinating. Ms. Klassen has once again created a delightful visit to a time long gone.
So brew up a pot of tea and settle in for an enjoyable afternoon.
I was given a copy of this book by NetGalley with no expectations. All thoughts are my own.
From Amazon:
Agatha Christie meets Jane Austen in this atmospheric Regency tale brimming with mystery, intrigue, and romance.
When Miss Rebecca Lane returns to her home village after a few years away, her brother begs for a favor: go to nearby Swanford Abbey and deliver his manuscript to an author staying there who could help him get published. Feeling responsible for her brother's desperate state, she reluctantly agrees.
The medieval monastery turned grand hotel is rumored to be haunted. Once there, Rebecca begins noticing strange things, including a figure in a hooded black gown gliding silently through the abbey's cloisters. For all its renovations and veneer of luxury, the ancient foundations seem to echo with whispers of the past--including her own. For there she encounters Sir Frederick--magistrate, widower, and former neighbor--who long ago broke her heart.
When the famous author is found murdered in the abbey, Sir Frederick begins questioning staff and guests and quickly discovers that several people held grudges against the man, including Miss Lane and her brother. Haunted by a painful betrayal in his past, Sir Frederick searches for answers but is torn between his growing feelings for Rebecca and his pursuit of the truth. For Miss Lane is clearly hiding something. . . .
About the author:
Julie Klassen loves all things Jane—Jane Eyre and Jane Austen. She worked in publishing for sixteen years and now writes full time. Three of her novels have won the Christy Award for Historical Romance. She has also won the Minnesota Book Award, the Midwest Book Award, and Christian Retailing’s BEST Award. Julie is a graduate of the University of Illinois. She and her husband have two sons and live in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit www.julieklassen.com and talesfromivyhill.com for more information.
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