Three generations of Irish nobles face their family secrets in this spellbinding novel from the award-winning author of the Boleyn King trilogy.
Laura Andersen is the award-winning author of the Boleyn King trilogy (The Boleyn King, The Boleyn Deceit, The Boleyn Reckoning) and the Tudor Legacy novels (The Virgin's Daughter, The Virgin's Spy, The Virgin's War). She has a B.A. in English (with an emphasis in British history), which she puts to use by reading everything she can lay her hands on. She is married with four children and lives in Boston.
Praise for The Darkling Bride "A gorgeous concoction of Victorian
gothic, mystery, and romance, all with an unforgettable library,
The Darkling Bride is the perfect book to curl up with in front of
a roaring fire. Laura Andersen has created a masterpiece."--Tasha
Alexander, New York Times bestselling author of the Lady Emily
Mysteries "Who can say no to an abandoned castle, a mysterious
library, a renowned Victorian novelist, a brooding viscount, and a
mystery that goes back several generations? Andersen captures the
gothic tone perfectly, drawing you into the secrets of Deeprath
Castle. . . . Perfect for reading on a rainy day with a strong cup
of Irish tea!"--Lauren Willig, New York Times bestselling author of
That Summer "Deliciously gothic and yet peopled with real and
complex characters, The Darkling Bride grabbed my attention (and my
heartstrings) on page one and wouldn't let go."--Rhys Bowen, New
York Times bestselling author of Her Royal Spyness and the Molly
Murphy Mysteries
"Perfect for fans of Possession, Rebecca, and Jane Eyre, The
Darkling Bride hits all the sweet spots: An intelligent and feisty
heroine with secrets of her own--check. A dilapidated Irish castle,
complete with gorgeous library and handsome lord--check. And not
one but two intertwined mysteries--check. More, please!"--Susan
Elia MacNeal, New York Times bestselling author of the Maggie Hope
Mysteries "You will love Laura Andersen's intriguing tale of past
and present, life and death, love and loss. I didn't want it to
end!"--Victoria Thompson, bestselling author of the Gaslight
Mysteries
"An unexpected journey through the past, threaded with exceptional
skill through historical and contemporary story lines and multiple
points of view . . . Eloquent, atmospheric, and suspenseful, this
is the perfect read for fans of Kate Morton and Lucinda
Riley."--Library Journal "Atmosphere doesn't come any more dark and
dank than in this gothic novel. . . . Andersen has plenty of
surprises up her sleeve to keep the reader entertained on the way
to a suspenseful ending, including hypnosis, a changeling, and--of
course--ghosts."--Publishers Weekly "[Andersen] provides a
well-realized setting and plenty of puzzles to keep readers
engaged."--Booklist
"A riveting tale of murder and ancient secrets . . . The
wonderfully drawn backdrop, ancient Irish castle, land, people and
history completely envelop the reader in a story that spans
centuries. With its ghosts, hidden secrets and swirling romance,
readers will be entranced."--RT Book Reviews
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