The Curiosity Keeper
The Curiosity Keeper by Sarah E. Ladd is an illustrated edition published by Thomas Nelson in 2015, featuring 352 pages in English. This Regency romance is set against a backdrop reminiscent of popular works like Bridgerton and Poldark, intertwining the lives of a wealthy heir and a mysterious young woman as they embark on a quest to uncover the secrets surrounding a missing ruby.
Readers will find a narrative that follows Jonathan Gilchrist, who unexpectedly becomes the heir to Kettering Hall after his brother’s death. Faced with the potential loss of his family estate, he seeks a priceless ruby known as the Bevoy, leading him to the enigmatic Camille Iverness, who runs a curiosity shop. As their paths converge, they navigate themes of betrayal, love, and sacrifice, ultimately confronting the risks they must take for their future and happiness. This edition also includes discussion questions for book clubs, enhancing the reading experience.
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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
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