About The Book
Book: The Thief of Lanwyn Manor
Author: Sarah E. Ladd
Genre: Regency Romance
Release Date: January 7, 2020
In this sweet Regency romance, Julia knows Matthew Blake, copper mine owner and very eligible bachelor, is the gentleman she should set her eyes upon. But why can’t she steal her gaze away from his younger brother, Isaac?
Cornwall, England 1818 — Julia Twethewey needs a diversion to mend her broken heart, so when her cousin invites her to Lanwyn Manor, Julia eagerly accepts. Lanwyn Manor is at the heart of Cornwall’s mining industry, and as a guest Julia is swept into its intricate world. It’s not long, though, before she realizes something dark lurks in the home’s ancient halls.
As a respected mine owner’s younger son, Isaac Blake is determined to keep his late father’s legacy alive through the family business, despite his brother’s careless attitude. In order to save their livelihood—and the livelihood of those around them—the brothers approach the master of Lanwyn Manor with plans to bolster the floundering local industry. Isaac can’t deny his attraction to the man’s charming niece, but his brother has made his intentions to court the lovely guest clear. And Isaac knows his place.
When tragedy strikes, mysteries arise, and items go missing, Julia and Isaac find they are pulled together in a swirl of strange circumstances, but despite their own best efforts to bow to social expectations, their hearts aren’t so keen to surrender.
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My Impressions:
Fans of Regency romance are going to love Sarah Ladd’s latest novel, The Thief of Lanwyn Manor! Set in a mining town in remote Cornwall, the book finds Julia Twethewey looking for a diversion and a second chance at romance. But distrust and threats await her. I loved the fresh look at the Regency period presented by Ladd. Readers are treated to a very different kind of drawing room drama as the main character interacts with mining families dependent on the business decisions of her uncle. The period details, plus the information about copper mining in the 19th century piqued my interest. I am a coal miner’s granddaughter 😉 , so I was especially interested in the mining process and the economic and physical difficulties of the business. The romance between Julia and younger son (and therefore undesirable) Isaac was sweet — the two were made for each other, but have to overcome a lot of obstacles. The mystery, including curses, surrounding the ancient Lanwyn Manor kept the pages turning. As new threats emerged, Julia’s resolve firmed — no backing down by our intrepid heroine!
The second of Ladd’s Cornwall novels, The Thief of Lanwyn Manor is a recommended read for those who love Regency and romance.
Recommended.
Audience: Adults.
(Thanks to Celebrate Lit and Thomas Nelson for a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are mine alone.)
About The Author
Sarah E. Ladd received the 2011 Genesis Award in historical romance for The Heiress of Winterwood. She is a graduate of Ball State University and has more than ten years of marketing experience. Sarah lives in Indiana with her amazing family and spunky golden retriever. Visit her online at SarahLadd.com; Facebook: SarahLaddAuthor; Twitter: @SarahLaddAuthor.
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I haven’t read this one yet but have a copy on my shelf. Hope to get to it soon!
🙂 Great!
I’m listening to this book now and enjoying the suspense blended with the historical element.
So glad you are enjoying it!