The Curiosity Keeper
A Sweet Regency Romance
Published on 13. August 2013
Book
Paperback/Softback
352 pages
978-0-7180-1178-9 (ISBN)
Description
Set in the same time period and location as Bridgerton and Poldark, this Regency romance brings together a wealthy heir and a mysterious young woman as they search for secrets behind a missing a ruby.
Jonathan Gilchrist never wanted to inherit Kettering Hall. A second son, he was content to work as the village apothecary. But when his brother's death made him heir just as his father's foolish decisions put the estate at risk, only the sale of a priceless possession-a ruby called the Bevoy-can save the family from ruin. But the gem has disappeared. And all trails lead to Iverness Curiosity Shop-and the beautiful shop girl who may be the answer to his many questions.
Camille Iverness can take care of herself. She's done so since the day her mother abandoned the family and left Camille to run their shabby curiosity shop. But when a violent betrayal leaves her injured with no place to hide, Camille must allow a mysterious stranger to come to her aid.
Caught at the intersection of blessings and curses, greed and deceit, these two determined souls must unite to protect what they hold dear. But when a passion that shines far brighter than any gem is ignited, they will have to decide how much they are willing to risk for their future, love, and happiness.
Praise for The Curiosity Keeper:
"A delightful read, rich with period details. Ladd crafts a couple the reader roots for from the very beginning and a plot that keeps the reader guessing until the end." -Sarah M. Eden, bestselling author of For Elise
The first book in the Treasures of Surrey Regency romance series (books do not need to be read in order)
Book One: The Curiosity Keeper
Book Two: Dawn at Emberwilde
Book Three: A Stranger at Fellsworth
Book length: 89,000 words
Includes discussion questions for book clubs
Chaste, kissing-only Regency romance
Jonathan Gilchrist never wanted to inherit Kettering Hall. A second son, he was content to work as the village apothecary. But when his brother's death made him heir just as his father's foolish decisions put the estate at risk, only the sale of a priceless possession-a ruby called the Bevoy-can save the family from ruin. But the gem has disappeared. And all trails lead to Iverness Curiosity Shop-and the beautiful shop girl who may be the answer to his many questions.
Camille Iverness can take care of herself. She's done so since the day her mother abandoned the family and left Camille to run their shabby curiosity shop. But when a violent betrayal leaves her injured with no place to hide, Camille must allow a mysterious stranger to come to her aid.
Caught at the intersection of blessings and curses, greed and deceit, these two determined souls must unite to protect what they hold dear. But when a passion that shines far brighter than any gem is ignited, they will have to decide how much they are willing to risk for their future, love, and happiness.
Praise for The Curiosity Keeper:
"A delightful read, rich with period details. Ladd crafts a couple the reader roots for from the very beginning and a plot that keeps the reader guessing until the end." -Sarah M. Eden, bestselling author of For Elise
The first book in the Treasures of Surrey Regency romance series (books do not need to be read in order)
Book One: The Curiosity Keeper
Book Two: Dawn at Emberwilde
Book Three: A Stranger at Fellsworth
Book length: 89,000 words
Includes discussion questions for book clubs
Chaste, kissing-only Regency romance
Reviews / Votes
"Beautifully written, intricately plotted and populated by engaging and realistic characters, The Curiosity Keeper is Regency romantic suspense at its page-turning best. A skillful, sympathetic and refreshingly natural author, Ladd is at the top of her game and should be an auto-buy for every reader.' -4 1/2 starred review and July 2015 Top Pick! * RT Book Reviews * "Ladd, who won the 2011 Genesis Award for historical romance (A Lady at Willowgrove Hall) has written an engaging Regency with a richly detailed setting and an unpredictable suspenseful plot. Admirers of Sandra Orchard and Lis Wiehl who want to try a romance with a historical bent may enjoy this new series." * Library Journal *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Nashville
United States
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 207 mm
Width: 138 mm
Thickness: 26 mm
Weight
306 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7180-1178-9 (9780718011789)
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Person
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 in the time period, 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. Visit Sarah online at SarahLadd.com; Instagram: @sarahladdauthor; Facebook: @SarahLaddAuthor; X: @SarahLaddAuthor; Pinterest: @SarahLaddAuthor.