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The Keep: Giving Hope to Those Who Had None
It's 1862, during the reign of Queen Victoria in England. Lady Patricia Spencer of London inherits the family fortune--which includes a Keep in Scotland, a mysterious medallion that can bring hope of a better life to so many if put into the right hands. Lady Patricia is thrown into a world of secrets, greed, cruelty, danger,travel and love--though finding love was not part of the plan. The force that drew them together was seen by everyone but them. Will she honor her grandmother's legacy to make her wealth count? Will she give hope to those who have none--at her own great expense?
357 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 10, 2017
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May 6, 2017
Uplifting
I liked the story and the characters, although at times they seem stiff. I understand the story was more about what was done to help others than it was about the characters, but it seemed to almost get to be dry Reading. And they did so much in such a short time it got unrealistic. Over all though it WAS enjoyable.
I liked the story and the characters, although at times they seem stiff. I understand the story was more about what was done to help others than it was about the characters, but it seemed to almost get to be dry Reading. And they did so much in such a short time it got unrealistic. Over all though it WAS enjoyable.
May 8, 2017
Read it, you will love it.
A romantic story with some great historical settings. This is a nicely written story, and keeps you engaged throughout the whole book. All characters are well crafted and properly introduced, but the focus lies on the historical events themselves. It is really enjoyable.
A romantic story with some great historical settings. This is a nicely written story, and keeps you engaged throughout the whole book. All characters are well crafted and properly introduced, but the focus lies on the historical events themselves. It is really enjoyable.
August 2, 2017
Wonderful read, great to read about someone doing good and caring about people.
There's good in people, great read. A book that leaves you feeling positive about life. Thanks for the great story.
There's good in people, great read. A book that leaves you feeling positive about life. Thanks for the great story.
September 26, 2017
This book was alright.
I liked Party's willingness to help others and Daniel's willingness to help her and others. They both grew from their experiences and learned and changed. It bugged me though that it seemed a lot of focus was on money and they just kept spending and spending and that was a focus that bugged me. I thought some of the writing didn't flow super well. It was a bit choppy. Also the use of the word "guys" half the time didn't fit. I also thought Patty and Daniel's relationship was a little rushed. I'm thankful the sex scenes weren't too explicit and detailed but I thought they were weird and I didn't like them. Other than that I liked they had a relationship and I thought they were good people. It did take me awhile to get into the book. Overall it was alright.
I liked Party's willingness to help others and Daniel's willingness to help her and others. They both grew from their experiences and learned and changed. It bugged me though that it seemed a lot of focus was on money and they just kept spending and spending and that was a focus that bugged me. I thought some of the writing didn't flow super well. It was a bit choppy. Also the use of the word "guys" half the time didn't fit. I also thought Patty and Daniel's relationship was a little rushed. I'm thankful the sex scenes weren't too explicit and detailed but I thought they were weird and I didn't like them. Other than that I liked they had a relationship and I thought they were good people. It did take me awhile to get into the book. Overall it was alright.
August 18, 2017
Must read
It is a wonderful book. It has sadness,laughter, generous people to a fault. It was a wonderful love story. I really couldn't put it down and at the very end made me laughh.
It is a wonderful book. It has sadness,laughter, generous people to a fault. It was a wonderful love story. I really couldn't put it down and at the very end made me laughh.
April 29, 2018
Loved this book
This is possibly the nicest book I have ever read. I often wonder what it would be like to have the money to actually make a real difference to peoples' lives. Both characters in this book have that ability and the story of their philanthropy is inspiring.
This is possibly the nicest book I have ever read. I often wonder what it would be like to have the money to actually make a real difference to peoples' lives. Both characters in this book have that ability and the story of their philanthropy is inspiring.
March 20, 2018
I received a Kindle copy of this book thru a Goodreads Giveaway. This is the first book I have read by this author. I enjoyed the story and the characters. It takes place in the 1860's in England and Scotland. Lady Patricia's grandmother has just died, leaving her and her brother Thomas a very large fortune. Daniel Grant was solisitor for her grandmother and is assisting Patty with all she has inherited. He agrees to accompany Patty to Scotland to check on the family Keep that is included in the inheritance. Patty's determination to follow in her grandmother's footsteps to help those less fortunate was wonderful to read - it was inspiring to read of their efforts. There were bits and words that seemed more American than British, and some of the transitions were awkward, but overall it was a good story.
March 27, 2023
It reads like a journal
I really wanted to like the book more as the characters were believable but the focus on food was a little put off. I also never felt that the story was being told by the characters. It felt that someone else was telling the story and tried to make it first person. I also didn’t believe in the time period it was written. The author should’ve done more historical research during that time period and inserted some real life happenings. I’m pretty sure there were clan uprisings in Scotland?
I really wanted to like the book more as the characters were believable but the focus on food was a little put off. I also never felt that the story was being told by the characters. It felt that someone else was telling the story and tried to make it first person. I also didn’t believe in the time period it was written. The author should’ve done more historical research during that time period and inserted some real life happenings. I’m pretty sure there were clan uprisings in Scotland?
September 25, 2023
In The Keep: Giving Hope to Those Who Had None is an inspiring historical romance between Lady Patricia Spencer and Daniel Grant as they work side by side first in Scotland and then in London starting a school for young women of the streets to train them in jobs to better themselves. I enjoyed the attitudes of both main characters and how they faced difficult situations with strength and accomplished their goals to make things better for those less fortunate.
This is a wonderful story that everyone can take inspiration from and learn to help others in need.
This is a wonderful story that everyone can take inspiration from and learn to help others in need.
March 12, 2019
Giving Hope
Good read! Loved main and supporting characters! The story line was interesting, romantic, and truly reflected the title. The life changing impact was beautiful. Great for all ages, especially young adult and above.😊
Good read! Loved main and supporting characters! The story line was interesting, romantic, and truly reflected the title. The life changing impact was beautiful. Great for all ages, especially young adult and above.😊
March 18, 2019
It kept me reading
The Keep is A book that is just a little too good to be true. There is little conflict, and that is always resolved in a happily ever after way. Still, I was looking for a book that wasn't depressing and this one was perfect for that.
The Keep is A book that is just a little too good to be true. There is little conflict, and that is always resolved in a happily ever after way. Still, I was looking for a book that wasn't depressing and this one was perfect for that.
March 6, 2020
Well written with good descriptive wording. The persons in the book showed open personality.
I can't fathom what to do with so much money the woman in the book had and how she put it to good use.
I can't fathom what to do with so much money the woman in the book had and how she put it to good use.
July 6, 2020
The head-hopping that started from the very first chapter made me dizzy. I don't mind head-hopping in a story, but if it's done properly. I think this book needed the tender loving care of a line editor.
April 6, 2019
What a great book
This book is so well written. From the first page to the last, I felt like I was there. I will definitely be recommending it to my friends.
This book is so well written. From the first page to the last, I felt like I was there. I will definitely be recommending it to my friends.
October 31, 2025
Not worth the time
Kinda sappy. More writing about what is happening. Less dialog. This is a forgettable book, there's better out there. I kept skipping pages to get through it.
Kinda sappy. More writing about what is happening. Less dialog. This is a forgettable book, there's better out there. I kept skipping pages to get through it.
October 12, 2018
Unhappy ending to a good story
I read all the chapters and really enjoyed the story. But I have to be honest. I was very disappointed in the ending. I can't understand why you would let their baby girl die. It was unnecessary to write it that way. The story could have continued the same way with a happy ending. They did so much for everyone else, why bring grief to them in the end. It left me saddened after a really good read and books should leave you feeling good at the end. I don't remember feeling so sad after reading a book. Sorry for this review but I was left disappointed for them.
I read all the chapters and really enjoyed the story. But I have to be honest. I was very disappointed in the ending. I can't understand why you would let their baby girl die. It was unnecessary to write it that way. The story could have continued the same way with a happy ending. They did so much for everyone else, why bring grief to them in the end. It left me saddened after a really good read and books should leave you feeling good at the end. I don't remember feeling so sad after reading a book. Sorry for this review but I was left disappointed for them.
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March 15, 2025
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I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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