It’s your turn! If you were the author of this book, what would come next for Anthony and Charlotte?
Acknowledgments
The process of writing every book is a unique journey, and there are so many lessons to learn along the way! I am grateful to those people who have supported me in every stage of the writing process.
To my family—Each and every day I am so thankful for your unwavering encouragement. I truly am blessed!
To my agent, Rachelle Gardner—Your guidance and friendship are so very valuable to me. What would I do without you?
To my editor, Becky Monds, and my line editor, Julee Schwarzburg—Thank you for diving deep into this story to make it as strong as it can be. To the rest of the HarperCollins Christian Publishing team—I am constantly amazed at your skills!
To KBR and KC—your friendship is a gift!
And last but certainly not least, to my readers—Thank you for sharing the love of story with me.
About the Author
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SARAH E. LADD is an award-winning, bestselling author who has always loved the Regency period—the clothes, the music, the literature, and the art. A college trip to England and Scotland confirmed her interest, and she began seriously writing in 2010. Since then, she has released several novels set during the Regency era. Sarah is a graduate of Ball State University and holds degrees in public relations and marketing. She lives in Indiana with her family.
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Praise for Sarah E. Ladd
“A sweet, enjoyable second chance at love Regency romance with a strong heroine, a steadfast hero, a dash of suspense, and elegant descriptive prose. I rooted for this well-matched couple from the very first page!”
—Syrie James, author of The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen, for In the Shelter of Hollythorne House
“The Regency has found a gifted voice in Sarah Ladd who spins magic from windswept moors and romance from a love separated but not forgotten. In the Shelter of Hollythorne House is a beautiful tale of lost love finding its strength again when all hope seems lost. Atmospheric and lush, readers will find themselves swooning in the manner of Jane Austen.”
—J’nell Ciesielski, bestselling author of The Brilliance of Stars and The Socialite
“The swoon-worthy romance of Jane Austen meets the suspense of Charlotte Brontë in Sarah Ladd’s enthralling The Letter from Briarton Park. As Cassandra navigates the mystery of her own life, it is absolutely clear that family—either of blood or heart—are where she, and we, ultimately find our home.”
—Joy Callaway, international bestselling author of The Fifth Avenue Artists Society and The Greenbrier Resort
“The Light at Wyndcliff is a richly atmospheric Regency novel, reminiscent of the works of Victoria Holt and Daphne du Maurier. The storm-swept Cornish coast is a character unto itself, forming the perfect backdrop for an expertly woven tale of secrets, danger, and heartfelt romance. A riveting and deeply emotional read.”
—Mimi Matthews, USA TODAY bestselling author of the Parish Orphans of Devon series
“[The Light at Wyndcliff] expertly deploys elements of gothic mystery . . . The descriptions of the dilapidated property add dark, delicious atmosphere . . . The atmosphere and intrigue keep the pages turning.”
—Publishers Weekly
“[Ladd] faithfully depicts the rough Cornish coast of the 1820s, with its rocky coves and windswept moors, the slow-simmering romance between the attractive principals is skillfully done, the suspense is intriguing, and all is brought to a satisfying conclusion . . . This charmingly written, gentle tale of manners and romance hits the right notes.”
—Historical Novel Society for The Light at Wyndcliff
“Fans of Julie Klassen will love this.”
—Publishers Weekly for The Thief of Lanwyn Manor
“Cornwall’s iconic sea cliffs are on display in The Thief of Lanwyn Manor, but it’s the lyrical prose, rich historical detail, and layered characters that truly shine on the page. Fans of Regency romance will be instantly drawn in and happily lost within the pages.”
—Kristy Cambron, bestselling author of The Paris Dressmaker and the Lost Castle novels
“Northanger Abbey meets Poldark against the resplendent and beautifully realized landscape of Cornwall. Ladd shines a spotlight on the limitations of women in an era where they were deprived of agency and instead were commodities in transactions of business and land. The thinking-woman’s romance, The Thief of Lanwyn Manor is an unputdownable escape.”
—Rachel McMillan, author of The London Restoration
“Brimming with dangerous secrets, rich characters, and the hauntingly beautiful descriptions Sarah Ladd handles so well, 1800s Cornwall is brought vividly to life in this well-crafted tale.”
—Abigail Wilson, author of Masquerade at Middlecrest Abbey, for The Governess of Penwythe Hall
“Lovers of sweet and Christian romance will fall in love with Delia’s strength amid the haunting backdrop of her tragic past and the Cornish coast.”
—Josi S. Kilpack, Whitney Award–winning author of the Mayfield Family series, for The Governess of Penwythe Hall
“Absolutely captivating! Once I started reading, I couldn’t put down The Governess of Penwythe Hall. This blend of Jane Eyre, Jane Austen, and Jamaica Inn has it all. Intrigue. Danger. Poignant moments. And best of all a sweet, sweet love story. This is by far my favorite Sarah Ladd book.”
—Michelle Griep, Christy Award–winning author of the Once Upon a Dickens Christmas series
“A strong choice for fans of historical fiction, especially lovers of Elizabeth Gaskell’s North and South. It will also appeal to admirers of Kristy Cambron and Tracie Peterson.”
—Library Journal for The Weaver’s Daughter
“A gently unfolding love story set amid the turmoil of the early Industrial Revolution. [The Weaver’s Daughter is] a story of betrayal, love, and redemption, all beautifully rendered in rural England.”
—Elizabeth Camden, RITA Award–winning author
“With betrayals, murders, and criminal activity disrupting the peace at Fellsworth, Ladd fills the pages with as much intrigue as romance. A well-crafted story for fans of Regency novels.”
—Publishers Weekly for A Stranger at Fellsworth
“Ladd’s story, with its menace and cast of seedy London characters, feels more like a work of Dickens than a Regency . . . A solid outing.”
—Publishers Weekly for The Curiosity Keeper
“A delightful read, rich with period details.”
—Sarah M. Eden, bestselling author of For Elise, for The Curiosity Keeper
“The premise grabbed my attention from the first lines, and I eagerly returned to its pages. I think my readers will enjoy The Heiress of Winterwood.”
—Julie Klassen, bestselling, award-winning author
“If you are a fan of Jane Austen and Jane Eyre, you will love Sarah E. Ladd’s debut.”