The Letter from Briarton Park, Sarah E. Ladd
The Letter from Briarton Park, Sarah E. Ladd
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The Letter from Briarton Park

Author: Sarah E. Ladd

Narrator: Jude Mason

Unabridged: 4 hr 49 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Published: 03/01/2022


Synopsis

In Regency England, one letter will alter a young woman's fate when it summons her to Briarton Park--an ancient estate that holds the secrets of her past and the keys to her future. Sarah E. Ladd returns with another low-spice Regency romance, perfect for fans of Julie Klassen.Cassandra Hale grew up knowing little about her parentage, and she had made peace with the fact that she never would. But her world shifts when a shocking deathbed confession reveals a two-year-old letter from Mr. Clark, the master of Briarton Park, with hints to her family's identity. Stung by betrayal, Cassandra travels to the village of Anston only to learn Mr. Clark has since passed away.James Warrington is a widower and the new master of Briarton Park, where he lives with his two young daughters, his sister, and his mother-in-law. When Cassandra appears at his doorstep with a letter from the previous owner and then proceeds to assist his family in an unexpected way, he is honor bound to help uncover the answers she seeks.The more time Cassandra spends in Anston, the more she begins to suspect not everything--or everyone--is as they seem. As details emerge, the danger surrounding her intensifies. Using wit and intuition, she must navigate the treacherous landscapes between truth and rumor and between loyalty and deception if she is to uncover the realities of her past and find the place her heart can finally call home.Step into the enchanting world of Regency England with The Letter from Briarton Park by Sarah E. Ladd. This captivating tale weaves together mystery, romance, and the search for identity, keeping you turning pages well past bedtime. If you love well-written, engaging historical romances with heart and depth, this book is a must-read.

About Sarah E. Ladd

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.  


Reviews

Goodreads review by Michelle on March 09, 2022

Wow! What a ride this one was. In true Austenesque fashion, Sarah Ladd pens a story that will keep you guessing until the very end--and a great ending it is. Swoony romance. Lots of intrigue. Characters that endear you and some that enrage you. This book has it all. Regency romance readers will NOT w......more

Goodreads review by Deanne on May 15, 2022

When I read my first regency book years ago it was by Sarah Ladd, I was attracted by the beautiful cover of it and I haven't stopped reading them. The Letter from Briarton Park is very intriguing, I simply could not stop reading it. Elements of swoon worthy romance,mystery and romance combine to make......more

Goodreads review by Oceana on November 06, 2023

Lovely audiobook! I definitely recommend this mystery historical romance! This follows Cassandra Hale who grew up an orphan at a girl's school. She receives a letter hinting about who her family is, so quickly travels to Briarton Park to meet the letter sender. There's a new family living at Briarton......more

Goodreads review by Cara on January 07, 2022

There is a haunting air to this Regency romance. Layered with mystery, wonderful characters, and a hero who is sigh worthy, the book kept me fully engaged during a hectic season. The heroine is on a journey to find out who she is, but someone does not want her to know because if she does an inherita......more

Goodreads review by Caitlin on November 15, 2022

Four stars for this book because of two things: 1. This book was super slow paced. I don’t mind slower-paced reads, but honestly the story didn’t even begin to pick up remotely until about 60% through. I read this along with a few other books so the slow pace didn’t bother me as much since it wasn’t......more


Quotes

'Ladd (the Cornwall Novels series) kicks off her Houses of Yorkshire series with a captivating Regency . . . Ladd balances mystery and romance to create a light but satisfying story. Readers will look forward to the next in the series.' Publishers Weekly

'Sarah E. Ladd's 'The Letter from Briarton Park' immediately signals Bronte's Jane Eyre, but with a twist . . . Ladd writes with skillful balance. She intersperses picturesque descriptions of architecture and nature among serious plights . . . The descriptions are at once telling but light, troublesome but never too dark . . . There's a famous quote from Walt Disney that reads 'There is no magic in magic, it's all in the details.' Ladd's novel is no different, with much of the magic coming from her details . . . Fans of Northanger Abbey and gothic architecture will positively devour this read.' Romance Daily News

Sarah E. Ladd's novels are just the right combination of romance, mystery, intrigue, and faith . . . Like Ladd's other novels, this book is beautifully written, and the characters have such realism and depth . . . this book has a great balance between romance and mystery which kept me engaged from beginning to end. Historical Novel Society

Sarah Ladd writes with elegance and grace, imbuing her stories with enviable ambiance. Her latest Regency romance is the first in a new series that promises to be her best yet. Set in Yorkshire, the story combines romance and mystery to Bronte-esque effect, complete with hidden identities, a deathbed confession, and an enigmatic widower. Oprah Daily

This Regency-era romance starts with one vital letter . . . Interweaving mystery and romance, this is historical fiction at its best! Bookstr