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Echoes from the Past #9
The Lost: A totally absorbing and emotional historical novel
Some betrayals cut deeper than a blade.
New York, 1777. Jocelyn Sinclair’s life depends on deception. By day, she’s a humble servant in British Major Hector Radcliffe’s household, invisible and overlooked. By night, she risks everything as a spy for the Continental Army, gathering intelligence that could turn the tide of war. When she meets the enigmatic Captain Jared Denning, their forbidden attraction threatens to expose her carefully constructed lies. But Jocelyn discovers too late that the greatest danger doesn’t come from enemy soldiers but from someone she trusted with her life…
Present day. When skeletal remains are discovered beneath an ancient oak tree at her friend’s manor house, archaeologist Quinn Allenby is brought in to help solve the mystery. But the moment she touches a tarnished silver ring buried with the bones, she experiences Jocelyn’s world of espionage and betrayal, and witnesses a tragic fate she is helpless to prevent.
Separated by centuries, both women face impossible choices between duty and desire, safety and truth. But some secrets demand to be heard, no matter the cost…
A gripping story of courage, betrayal, and the dangerous price of justice. Perfect for fans of Diana Gabaldon, Susanna Kearsley, and Barbara Erskine.
Praise for the
“Hooked me from the prologue. I seriously couldn’t stop reading. I stayed up through the night and into the next morning to find out what happened… Can’t wait to read the whole series!” Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Captivating… unputdownable… I completed it in one day. If you enjoy romantic suspense and historical genre, this combo is definitely for you!” Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Gut-wrenching and spellbinding simultaneously. I enjoyed the seamless storylines with the modern-day events and 17th century love story. I literally could not put this one down!” Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“From the very first page, I was drawn in and could not put this one down.
Would I spend my hard-earned cash on this book? Yes.
Would I recommend to friends & family? Yes!
Will I search out the next one? You bet, I’m addicted now.
Is this a Kindle Keeper (delete on pain of death)? Definitely.” Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“I loved this book so much that it was hard for me to put down and go to bed some nights. The characters came alive and jumped off the pages. I couldn’t wait to find out what happened next.” Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“A captivating story… The characters felt real, and you were wanting the best for them… a book that will keep you up at night, reasoning ‘just one more chapter’… My only complaint is that the book had to end.” Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
New York, 1777. Jocelyn Sinclair’s life depends on deception. By day, she’s a humble servant in British Major Hector Radcliffe’s household, invisible and overlooked. By night, she risks everything as a spy for the Continental Army, gathering intelligence that could turn the tide of war. When she meets the enigmatic Captain Jared Denning, their forbidden attraction threatens to expose her carefully constructed lies. But Jocelyn discovers too late that the greatest danger doesn’t come from enemy soldiers but from someone she trusted with her life…
Present day. When skeletal remains are discovered beneath an ancient oak tree at her friend’s manor house, archaeologist Quinn Allenby is brought in to help solve the mystery. But the moment she touches a tarnished silver ring buried with the bones, she experiences Jocelyn’s world of espionage and betrayal, and witnesses a tragic fate she is helpless to prevent.
Separated by centuries, both women face impossible choices between duty and desire, safety and truth. But some secrets demand to be heard, no matter the cost…
A gripping story of courage, betrayal, and the dangerous price of justice. Perfect for fans of Diana Gabaldon, Susanna Kearsley, and Barbara Erskine.
Praise for the
“Hooked me from the prologue. I seriously couldn’t stop reading. I stayed up through the night and into the next morning to find out what happened… Can’t wait to read the whole series!” Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Captivating… unputdownable… I completed it in one day. If you enjoy romantic suspense and historical genre, this combo is definitely for you!” Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Gut-wrenching and spellbinding simultaneously. I enjoyed the seamless storylines with the modern-day events and 17th century love story. I literally could not put this one down!” Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“From the very first page, I was drawn in and could not put this one down.
Would I spend my hard-earned cash on this book? Yes.
Would I recommend to friends & family? Yes!
Will I search out the next one? You bet, I’m addicted now.
Is this a Kindle Keeper (delete on pain of death)? Definitely.” Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“I loved this book so much that it was hard for me to put down and go to bed some nights. The characters came alive and jumped off the pages. I couldn’t wait to find out what happened next.” Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“A captivating story… The characters felt real, and you were wanting the best for them… a book that will keep you up at night, reasoning ‘just one more chapter’… My only complaint is that the book had to end.” Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Published September 23, 2025
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About the author
Irina Shapiro
84 books1,142 followersTo write a novel was a dream of mine since I was a child. Life, my practical nature, and self-doubt got in the way, so it was decades later that an opportunity to write finally presented itself. I honestly didn't think I had what it takes to write a full-length novel, but once I faced the blank screen and my fingers touched the keyboard, everything disappeared except my characters and their surroundings, and suddenly I knew that this was what I was born to do.
Since then, I've written many books and have enjoyed some positive reviews, but sometimes, when I stop to reflect, I'm still amazed that I'm living my dream.
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Since then, I've written many books and have enjoyed some positive reviews, but sometimes, when I stop to reflect, I'm still amazed that I'm living my dream.
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March 19, 2021
I just finished the last book, #9, and I have to say this is one of the best series that I've read. Irina Shapiro is a fantastic author!
October 10, 2024
Loved the Echoes from the Past Series!
I wholeheartedly enjoyed all nine of the Echoes from the Past series! Quinn Allenby Russell is one of most interesting heroines I’ve ever enjoyed reading about with her ability to learn about the past through items found on murder victims. The last book in the series, The Lost left the door open to new books in the series and I’m hoping that will happen. I have absolutely loved every bookI’ve read by Irina Shapiro and highly recommend her!
I wholeheartedly enjoyed all nine of the Echoes from the Past series! Quinn Allenby Russell is one of most interesting heroines I’ve ever enjoyed reading about with her ability to learn about the past through items found on murder victims. The last book in the series, The Lost left the door open to new books in the series and I’m hoping that will happen. I have absolutely loved every bookI’ve read by Irina Shapiro and highly recommend her!
March 8, 2021
The Lost
What a fantastic ending to this breathtaking series. I've enjoyed all of the books and cannot decide which one was my favorite. I guess Jo (Quinton) ,Brett, and his great grandmother were my least favorite characters, but every book needs a villain . I want to thank Irina Shapiro for writing this series and entertaining me this past week. I cannot wait to read the whole series again.
What a fantastic ending to this breathtaking series. I've enjoyed all of the books and cannot decide which one was my favorite. I guess Jo (Quinton) ,Brett, and his great grandmother were my least favorite characters, but every book needs a villain . I want to thank Irina Shapiro for writing this series and entertaining me this past week. I cannot wait to read the whole series again.
July 4, 2021
Hooked from start to finish
Throughly enjoyed the series and this was a great end to it but sad too that it is the last but I think it had reached its conclusion. I found the end rather teary with the final scene so that tells me it was excellent writing. Only thing I would say is Seth and Brett’s part at the end could have been more fleshed out. Thanks Irina for keeping me entertained for many weeks.
Throughly enjoyed the series and this was a great end to it but sad too that it is the last but I think it had reached its conclusion. I found the end rather teary with the final scene so that tells me it was excellent writing. Only thing I would say is Seth and Brett’s part at the end could have been more fleshed out. Thanks Irina for keeping me entertained for many weeks.
December 20, 2021
The last in the series didn't disappoint it was great!
Having found book 8 not the best I was unsure whether to continue the series but with this 1 being the last in the series I felt I must and I'm pleased I did. I felt the book was great; it had suspense in both the historical story and the modern day, the characters had depth and the pace was good enough to keep you engrossed. I liked the multi-stories that ran through it it was a great ending to a good series.
Having found book 8 not the best I was unsure whether to continue the series but with this 1 being the last in the series I felt I must and I'm pleased I did. I felt the book was great; it had suspense in both the historical story and the modern day, the characters had depth and the pace was good enough to keep you engrossed. I liked the multi-stories that ran through it it was a great ending to a good series.
April 24, 2022
This book was riveting until the end. I loved all the books in this series but this was the only one that made me cry with sadness.
When Quinn is given a ring off a skeleton found on the outskirts of a mansion, her gift of finding out the victims story takes many roads. It is not the victims story though it is the story of the lady who he raped, stole her ring and left her for dead.
When Quinn is given a ring off a skeleton found on the outskirts of a mansion, her gift of finding out the victims story takes many roads. It is not the victims story though it is the story of the lady who he raped, stole her ring and left her for dead.
September 19, 2020
One of the Best!
Amazing as always.... Echos From the Past are always exceptional but #9 goes beyond exceptional. Many “family” situations are sorted throughout this tale as well as an intriguing “Past” being explored and unfolded!
Amazing as always.... Echos From the Past are always exceptional but #9 goes beyond exceptional. Many “family” situations are sorted throughout this tale as well as an intriguing “Past” being explored and unfolded!
October 25, 2020
Brilliant as always!!
I have read all of the Echoes books and this one is one of my favourites. It flows excitingly from past to present. Keeping the reader eager to know what is happening next.
I didn't want to put it down and need more!! Totally addicted.
I have read all of the Echoes books and this one is one of my favourites. It flows excitingly from past to present. Keeping the reader eager to know what is happening next.
I didn't want to put it down and need more!! Totally addicted.
October 28, 2020
An Absolute Must Read!
I really enjoyed the unseen events this author puts in place. Once you read the first in this series, you can't stop until you have finished all of the books.
I absolutely love this author's style of writing!
I really enjoyed the unseen events this author puts in place. Once you read the first in this series, you can't stop until you have finished all of the books.
I absolutely love this author's style of writing!
February 28, 2021
Audible
The Prologue is not related to the Echo from the Past.
Glad that the door is left open for more books in this series. Would like to know more about Seth and Kathy.
Irina Shapiro does not disappoint with her themes and subjects. I'm sure Quinn is an Enneagram 1.
This was a fast listen
The Prologue is not related to the Echo from the Past.
Glad that the door is left open for more books in this series. Would like to know more about Seth and Kathy.
Irina Shapiro does not disappoint with her themes and subjects. I'm sure Quinn is an Enneagram 1.
This was a fast listen
July 27, 2021
Book Review
I loved this series so much! Couldn't put the books down. Sad to see it come to an end. I thought I wouldn't like these books and hesitated to start them, but finished the whole series in record time. They are worth the read and hope you enjoy them as much as I did.
I loved this series so much! Couldn't put the books down. Sad to see it come to an end. I thought I wouldn't like these books and hesitated to start them, but finished the whole series in record time. They are worth the read and hope you enjoy them as much as I did.
March 31, 2022
Confused- beware slight spoiler
I have really enjoyed the series that goes from the past, especially the unexpected twists that each story contains. But, I can't figure out how the prologue of the Lost matches up to the story having now finished the book.
I have really enjoyed the series that goes from the past, especially the unexpected twists that each story contains. But, I can't figure out how the prologue of the Lost matches up to the story having now finished the book.
July 16, 2022
Interesting end but not my favorite book in this series. I feel too much time was spent in the past with very little information. Glad the present worked out but too many loose ends. Hopefully there will be another book!
August 13, 2022
Finally a Happy Ending!
I loved the happy ending of 1777. Was not surprised about Brett and realized there was a sociopath in Brett and Jo's past. The last scene with Brett was chilling.
I loved the happy ending of 1777. Was not surprised about Brett and realized there was a sociopath in Brett and Jo's past. The last scene with Brett was chilling.
November 25, 2022
Fantastic
Have just finished the last book in this series and can honestly say, that I have enjoyed each and every one.
Irina Shapiro has definitely become one of my favourite writers. Now what shall I read next?
Have just finished the last book in this series and can honestly say, that I have enjoyed each and every one.
Irina Shapiro has definitely become one of my favourite writers. Now what shall I read next?
February 10, 2023
The present is more dangerous…
Another body is found and Quinn uses her gift to look into the past to solve the body’s identity. In the present Quinne’s deranged brother is out of jail on a killing spree that includes Quinne.
Another body is found and Quinn uses her gift to look into the past to solve the body’s identity. In the present Quinne’s deranged brother is out of jail on a killing spree that includes Quinne.
May 20, 2023
Couldn’t put it down.
I have mixed emotions about this being the last in the Echoes of the Past series. Every tale has been exceptional and gripping. And I know I would read every one if there were more. However, right now I am exhausted from this last tale.
I have mixed emotions about this being the last in the Echoes of the Past series. Every tale has been exceptional and gripping. And I know I would read every one if there were more. However, right now I am exhausted from this last tale.
August 10, 2023
Loved this series!
I thought all of the books were really well written! I enjoyed getting to know the main character and her interesting family. The trips back in time were fascinating reads!
I thought all of the books were really well written! I enjoyed getting to know the main character and her interesting family. The trips back in time were fascinating reads!
January 1, 2026
Oh wow, I've read all 9 books now! I've loved every page of Quinns gift. It has been a tough read in some places, shocking and addictive. I read these books very quickly. I am hoping Quinns story isn't over.
September 15, 2020
Excellent!
The only complaint I have would be having stayed up all night binge reading but I did the same thing with all the books in this series.
The only complaint I have would be having stayed up all night binge reading but I did the same thing with all the books in this series.
September 17, 2020
Loved it
I loved it. Couldn't put it down. Hopefully there will be a book 10. I love how the unfolded past just opens up
I loved it. Couldn't put it down. Hopefully there will be a book 10. I love how the unfolded past just opens up
September 28, 2020
What a great book !! A Binge reader black hole for sure. I did nothing until I finished this book. I mean almost nothing!! minimal personal hygiene, junk food, and lots of couch time.
Please write another book!!!
So well put together and the characters so real. Loved all the twists and turns.
Please more books!!
Please write another book!!!
So well put together and the characters so real. Loved all the twists and turns.
Please more books!!
October 3, 2020
I love this series. I am always so excited when the next book comes out. I love the suspense and the story line.
October 14, 2020
Very good as usual
All of the Echoes books are excellent, but the later ones are even better. I hope MS. Shapiro will find the time to continue the series.
All of the Echoes books are excellent, but the later ones are even better. I hope MS. Shapiro will find the time to continue the series.
October 16, 2020
Fun
Love this series it fun fast and the characters are fun to,get to know.read them in order and enjoy can't wait for the next one
Love this series it fun fast and the characters are fun to,get to know.read them in order and enjoy can't wait for the next one
October 20, 2020
The best one get!
I was so excited to see this! This was hands down the best one of the series! I hope there will be more.
I was so excited to see this! This was hands down the best one of the series! I hope there will be more.
November 12, 2020
This book was very good but I don't think it was as good as all the others in the series. It took me longer to read this one as I felt like I had read it before.
February 8, 2021
Last reading
This book should be read after the other 8 because without more back ground it is difficult to follow the characters and their immediate place in the story.
This book should be read after the other 8 because without more back ground it is difficult to follow the characters and their immediate place in the story.
May 28, 2021
This was a very good book, because of the way it was written, it seemed like a time travel at times. I have enjoyed all of her books and this was no exception.
June 3, 2021
Great read from the first book
I loved this series from the beginning! It is entertaining, serious, dramatic, and challenging all at the same time! Thanks
I loved this series from the beginning! It is entertaining, serious, dramatic, and challenging all at the same time! Thanks
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