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The Irish Heart #4
The Irish Castle: Keeping Elizabeth
Sometimes losing your way and finding your life is only the beginning.
Picking up five years after the events of The Paris Apartment, The Irish Castle is the first book in a new story following Elizabeth Lara and Connor Bannon.
It’s time to come back to the land of enchanting green hills and lively music. To friendly dolphins and beautiful people. It’s time to come home to Ireland.
Picking up five years after the events of The Paris Apartment, The Irish Castle is the first book in a new story following Elizabeth Lara and Connor Bannon.
It’s time to come back to the land of enchanting green hills and lively music. To friendly dolphins and beautiful people. It’s time to come home to Ireland.
360 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 17, 2020
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About the author
Juliet Gauvin
13 books201 followersJuliet is originally from California. She is a true, hopeless, all-in romantic. Her first kiss was with a Frenchman in Paris, her first love was an Eagle Scout, her first crash and burn was with someone from Harvard (Jules studied history at Yale—she should have known better). When she isn't writing she can be found photographing landscapes, binge watching entire series on Netflix, or dancing the international cha cha.
She lives for the real magic in the world—it exists—in the form of an ancient building, a kind smile from a stranger, the inexplicable experiences that come from being in love, an erotic encounter with a gorgeous international stranger…
The Irish Cottage was inspired by Jules’ love for all things Irish. A love sparked in her teens by Riverdance; fanned into a flame when she befriended a group of Irish kids in France; and blazed into a wildfire by a visit to the Emerald Isle.
Earlier this year, an AncestryDNA test confirmed what Jules has suspected for a while: she’s a third Irish (one of her grandparents continues to be unknown but as luck would have it, the test divined that he must have been an Irish-Swede).
She lives for the real magic in the world—it exists—in the form of an ancient building, a kind smile from a stranger, the inexplicable experiences that come from being in love, an erotic encounter with a gorgeous international stranger…
The Irish Cottage was inspired by Jules’ love for all things Irish. A love sparked in her teens by Riverdance; fanned into a flame when she befriended a group of Irish kids in France; and blazed into a wildfire by a visit to the Emerald Isle.
Earlier this year, an AncestryDNA test confirmed what Jules has suspected for a while: she’s a third Irish (one of her grandparents continues to be unknown but as luck would have it, the test divined that he must have been an Irish-Swede).
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April 1, 2020
Not as good as.the others
This book seemed to have less weight than the others. There were several typos and less plot. I loved the addition of Camilla in the story as well as the Audre/Kilian subplot. However, the Connor/Elizabeth story was.very lacking.
I miss the Mags letters!
This book seemed to have less weight than the others. There were several typos and less plot. I loved the addition of Camilla in the story as well as the Audre/Kilian subplot. However, the Connor/Elizabeth story was.very lacking.
I miss the Mags letters!
January 31, 2021
The adventures continue
Elizabeth abandoned Connor return to their home in Ireland, planning to settle down into life in the small town. But nothing ever goes as planned. The death of Elizabeth’s good friend in America, and business problems in Rome for Connor mean that things cannot go as planned. But no one expects being held at gun point one more time!
A fun read, despite the tension. Struggles in the marriage and in personal lives. Not as much sex as on the past. Book in the series, thankfully. Loved the description of the Moon Circle - sounds like something I’d like to try!
I’m not ready to quit reading this series!!!
Elizabeth abandoned Connor return to their home in Ireland, planning to settle down into life in the small town. But nothing ever goes as planned. The death of Elizabeth’s good friend in America, and business problems in Rome for Connor mean that things cannot go as planned. But no one expects being held at gun point one more time!
A fun read, despite the tension. Struggles in the marriage and in personal lives. Not as much sex as on the past. Book in the series, thankfully. Loved the description of the Moon Circle - sounds like something I’d like to try!
I’m not ready to quit reading this series!!!
November 23, 2020
In a world ruled by men women struggle to understand their languages. From sullen to verbal diarrhea to nonstop swearing it's a man's forte. Trying to be heard by a man over the [outing and chest thumping proves to be the theme of Elizabeth's quest in this book.
Cam her and Mag's life-long friend has left a lasting impression on how to be a strong woman. Elizabeth's new life as Lady Lara has a new set of expectations she is not sure she can or wants to live up to. It is a title without teeth. Ancient and antiquated. She is modern and American. Not really set in the ways of the past not is she a shrinking violet who is accustomed to being told her opinion has no merit because she is a woman. The gauntlet has been thrown. The challenge accepted. The town of Darling is in for a shake-up!
Cam her and Mag's life-long friend has left a lasting impression on how to be a strong woman. Elizabeth's new life as Lady Lara has a new set of expectations she is not sure she can or wants to live up to. It is a title without teeth. Ancient and antiquated. She is modern and American. Not really set in the ways of the past not is she a shrinking violet who is accustomed to being told her opinion has no merit because she is a woman. The gauntlet has been thrown. The challenge accepted. The town of Darling is in for a shake-up!
July 12, 2020
I liked it! I’m sitting here in wee hours just finished reading The Irish Castle. I was really concerned about Connor and Elizabeth but realized she(Juliet)was working on Elizabeth’s character sans her husband. Since the book is about women I liked the way it went! There are tiny women who can throw big men for real you know! Tall ones too! Juliet’s love scenes are far better then a lot I have come across in intimate loving. I don’t find her crass as I have stopped reading others and sent books back at first scene I came across because it was revolting. Thanks for the stories!!
March 12, 2021
Great read
I bought all four books and couldn't put them down! Wonderful reads! However every month I'm getting disappointed because I keep hoping the 5th book will come out only to get my hopes down that it's pushed back another, and another and another. I know good books take time and I can't wait to read it but it's a little bit annoying. Hope it's a fantastic book as I see it was pushed back another month...Otherwise the stories are thrilling and really capture your attention. So I can't wait to read more by this author!
I bought all four books and couldn't put them down! Wonderful reads! However every month I'm getting disappointed because I keep hoping the 5th book will come out only to get my hopes down that it's pushed back another, and another and another. I know good books take time and I can't wait to read it but it's a little bit annoying. Hope it's a fantastic book as I see it was pushed back another month...Otherwise the stories are thrilling and really capture your attention. So I can't wait to read more by this author!
May 4, 2020
Wonderful Stories
I just finished The Irish Castle, the last of the Irish Heart Series! Had to read all of them straight through. Wonderfully written. Jules makes you feel like you are part of the stories. Can't wait to read more. Can't wait to see what happens to my "friends next. I recommend these books to anyone that likes adventure, mystery and great love, you will not be disappointed!!
I just finished The Irish Castle, the last of the Irish Heart Series! Had to read all of them straight through. Wonderfully written. Jules makes you feel like you are part of the stories. Can't wait to read more. Can't wait to see what happens to my "friends next. I recommend these books to anyone that likes adventure, mystery and great love, you will not be disappointed!!
October 3, 2020
Irish series
These each were some if the best books I've read in a while. I loved the stories each presented. The love story of Connor and Elizabeth permeated every book. These will be books I come back to, to read again. I loved going to Ireland and seeing where some of my family had been born years ago and these books brought it all back again.
Thank you for sharing your characters with all of us. Please keep writing! I've pre ordered Book 5 ! Can't wait!
These each were some if the best books I've read in a while. I loved the stories each presented. The love story of Connor and Elizabeth permeated every book. These will be books I come back to, to read again. I loved going to Ireland and seeing where some of my family had been born years ago and these books brought it all back again.
Thank you for sharing your characters with all of us. Please keep writing! I've pre ordered Book 5 ! Can't wait!
January 18, 2021
Satisfied Reader
I have enjoyed reading the first 3 books in this series and plan to read the 4th. The characters are well drawn and easy to care about. The plots are interesting and keep the reader pushing on to see what happens next. I read to escape the craziness of our current world's realities. Ms. Gauvin's fictional world is a pleasurable one that provides exactly what I'm looking for when I pick up a book.
I have enjoyed reading the first 3 books in this series and plan to read the 4th. The characters are well drawn and easy to care about. The plots are interesting and keep the reader pushing on to see what happens next. I read to escape the craziness of our current world's realities. Ms. Gauvin's fictional world is a pleasurable one that provides exactly what I'm looking for when I pick up a book.
March 25, 2024
After a 5 yr lapes, the continuation is good.
The continuation is a very good continuation. It did not 5 years laugh for me, but from what I read. The offer had come back to the store line. 5 years later to continue it and it proved a very fast and very interesting read. Because it was a good story. I dropped up from 5 stars before for one major reason. That is, the author is do not disagree with very strong. Female leads and in fact, I normally like reading strong female leaves. And this is one of those such books. However, I also strive to have balance. And yes, most people think sexist means I'm prejudiced against women. Or you know you're a sexist that's in favor of women. And this book is exactly the opposite. It reminds me of Michael Douglas movie called. What was the name of that?
Folded closure.
Which were the case where a woman was aggressively sexual? I'm blamed him for sexual advances to disguise the real motive of Hey, she did something wrong and it's gonna cost a company of fortune that was that particular movie. This one sgoes, a case where the woman is more sexist. This story is all about dominant women. And while that is not in and of itself bad, it lends itself to being too far on the other side while I agree, we need to have equality and effective and I also agree that the current trend of I don't know what they call it male pro alms and what have you I mean. If you're bored male and you decide that you really wanted to be female. Do we able to do everything that a female does? Is not necessarily correct.
And this particular sthree, it needs to have a little bit more balance in male and female role. In her previous 3 books, the male figures are. Maybe not Central, but they're strong characters and this one. She showed it totally opposite. And while she has very strong points in it. My question is, if you're obviously sexist on a female side. Does that not drive a wedge between everything? Where do we stop going from male female male male female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female male male and get be human peryou're. The guyear ago there was female dominated societies that led to a period after the Roman Empire, a male-dominated. The 30th we're going back to a female dominated society. And that's gonna sit there and turn around and bite you in the butt. To turn around and go back to a male-dominated society again. The pendulum swings back-and-forth. We need to penalyze, stop swinging and steady up in the middle.
The continuation is a very good continuation. It did not 5 years laugh for me, but from what I read. The offer had come back to the store line. 5 years later to continue it and it proved a very fast and very interesting read. Because it was a good story. I dropped up from 5 stars before for one major reason. That is, the author is do not disagree with very strong. Female leads and in fact, I normally like reading strong female leaves. And this is one of those such books. However, I also strive to have balance. And yes, most people think sexist means I'm prejudiced against women. Or you know you're a sexist that's in favor of women. And this book is exactly the opposite. It reminds me of Michael Douglas movie called. What was the name of that?
Folded closure.
Which were the case where a woman was aggressively sexual? I'm blamed him for sexual advances to disguise the real motive of Hey, she did something wrong and it's gonna cost a company of fortune that was that particular movie. This one sgoes, a case where the woman is more sexist. This story is all about dominant women. And while that is not in and of itself bad, it lends itself to being too far on the other side while I agree, we need to have equality and effective and I also agree that the current trend of I don't know what they call it male pro alms and what have you I mean. If you're bored male and you decide that you really wanted to be female. Do we able to do everything that a female does? Is not necessarily correct.
And this particular sthree, it needs to have a little bit more balance in male and female role. In her previous 3 books, the male figures are. Maybe not Central, but they're strong characters and this one. She showed it totally opposite. And while she has very strong points in it. My question is, if you're obviously sexist on a female side. Does that not drive a wedge between everything? Where do we stop going from male female male male female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female female male male and get be human peryou're. The guyear ago there was female dominated societies that led to a period after the Roman Empire, a male-dominated. The 30th we're going back to a female dominated society. And that's gonna sit there and turn around and bite you in the butt. To turn around and go back to a male-dominated society again. The pendulum swings back-and-forth. We need to penalyze, stop swinging and steady up in the middle.
October 31, 2021
Good story but so unrealistic
It's a mystery story mainly, not a romance. That arc finished already with the earlier books. The plot is entertaining. I like the more philosophical and mystical Elizabeth but it's still hard to square that new character with the original hard core vicious lawyer who seemed so cold for most of the books. Billionaire and "Indiana jones" type Connor still has strange demons he's unable to get past despite his successful businesses. The most annoying part about the book is the constant ridiculous successes of Elizabeth. Star lawyer then star photographer plus karate expert plus amazing dancer.plus billionaire boyfriend who adores her and he who is also royalty. Everything she touches turns gold. One blog post and 10000 views a day later. One video and 50 million views within a week. Why put in such exaggerations? They only detract from the realism of the story. It also drives me nuts the Connor calls his wife by her last name as if he's talking to his buds. It's not in the least romantic or loving. It's just bizarre. I'll read the next book as a new mystery has been set up and knowing to ignore the "perfect unrealistic fantasy" elements.
It's a mystery story mainly, not a romance. That arc finished already with the earlier books. The plot is entertaining. I like the more philosophical and mystical Elizabeth but it's still hard to square that new character with the original hard core vicious lawyer who seemed so cold for most of the books. Billionaire and "Indiana jones" type Connor still has strange demons he's unable to get past despite his successful businesses. The most annoying part about the book is the constant ridiculous successes of Elizabeth. Star lawyer then star photographer plus karate expert plus amazing dancer.plus billionaire boyfriend who adores her and he who is also royalty. Everything she touches turns gold. One blog post and 10000 views a day later. One video and 50 million views within a week. Why put in such exaggerations? They only detract from the realism of the story. It also drives me nuts the Connor calls his wife by her last name as if he's talking to his buds. It's not in the least romantic or loving. It's just bizarre. I'll read the next book as a new mystery has been set up and knowing to ignore the "perfect unrealistic fantasy" elements.
January 25, 2023
A fun novel
So, I've just completed the fourth in the Irish Heart series, and it's great! Elizabeth's adventures, and misadventures are ongoing, a wonderful new character is introduced, and another mysterious intrigue begins when Elizabeth returns from San Francisco, having settled her Aunt Mags' estate. Communication issues with Conner, negative articles in the local newspaper, and critical phone calls from the local society matrons are adding to Elizabeth's troubles! But when a very real threat to Elizabeth and her loved ones happens, the sparks fly!!
Don't miss this story!! You'll love it.
Kathy
So, I've just completed the fourth in the Irish Heart series, and it's great! Elizabeth's adventures, and misadventures are ongoing, a wonderful new character is introduced, and another mysterious intrigue begins when Elizabeth returns from San Francisco, having settled her Aunt Mags' estate. Communication issues with Conner, negative articles in the local newspaper, and critical phone calls from the local society matrons are adding to Elizabeth's troubles! But when a very real threat to Elizabeth and her loved ones happens, the sparks fly!!
Don't miss this story!! You'll love it.
Kathy
April 25, 2021
I have thoroughly enjoyed this series. I have already re-read the cottage. Since I am very sentimental, I'm afraid I cried through most of the Paris book & of course parts of the others. Amazing romance although I'm not used to the details but went with it as showed their great passion! I love a good mystery
& this certainly was that & more! Loved the characters & laughed many times at their antics! Very well written & draws you in so you can't stop reading. One night I got 2 &1\2 hours sleep! Many twists & turns! Worth it!! Thank you for your creativity & imagination.
& this certainly was that & more! Loved the characters & laughed many times at their antics! Very well written & draws you in so you can't stop reading. One night I got 2 &1\2 hours sleep! Many twists & turns! Worth it!! Thank you for your creativity & imagination.
August 29, 2020
Is There Ever Really Truth and Perfection?
Its been five glorious years of marriage for Elizabeth and Connor. Lillian is now a Rock Star and Where has found her true calling as his Manager. But can we ever be fully complete? Fully happy. Returning to Castle Cannon and Single opens up a world if questions and a plethora of possibilities. As new and old characters complete the cast, Elizabeth finds herself still in search of her truth.
Its been five glorious years of marriage for Elizabeth and Connor. Lillian is now a Rock Star and Where has found her true calling as his Manager. But can we ever be fully complete? Fully happy. Returning to Castle Cannon and Single opens up a world if questions and a plethora of possibilities. As new and old characters complete the cast, Elizabeth finds herself still in search of her truth.
February 18, 2021
MOAR DRAMA. I’m still reading just to see how bonkers things can get.
And more errors in comma usage, sentence and paragraph structure, etc. Several issues with homophones: waived/waved and taut/taught, for just a couple examples. Author, for the love of your deity of choice, please employ a copy editor. Spell-check won’t cut it. There’s a truly massive difference in quality between the first two books and the next two.
And more errors in comma usage, sentence and paragraph structure, etc. Several issues with homophones: waived/waved and taut/taught, for just a couple examples. Author, for the love of your deity of choice, please employ a copy editor. Spell-check won’t cut it. There’s a truly massive difference in quality between the first two books and the next two.
April 9, 2021
I don't care I liked it
These books are pretty much all the same, but who cares? Strong female lead follows her heart, finds long lost relative, let's rich handsome male lead be vulnerable, fights off intruder/kidnapper/would-be-murderer, eats and drinks what she wants, swims with dolphin, reinforces female friendships, repeat. They're quick and fun and have left this reader entertained.
These books are pretty much all the same, but who cares? Strong female lead follows her heart, finds long lost relative, let's rich handsome male lead be vulnerable, fights off intruder/kidnapper/would-be-murderer, eats and drinks what she wants, swims with dolphin, reinforces female friendships, repeat. They're quick and fun and have left this reader entertained.
March 12, 2022
Just finished reading The Irish Castle: Keeping Elizabeth. I've read the first 4 books in the series.
I really enjoyed the first two books, book 3 was not as good but enjoyable. This book really disappointed me. I enjoyed the addition of Camille and Audre but the rest of the characters seemed to just be there. Connor was hardly mentioned except for his leaving. Starting book 5 I'm hoping it's more enjoyable.
I really enjoyed the first two books, book 3 was not as good but enjoyable. This book really disappointed me. I enjoyed the addition of Camille and Audre but the rest of the characters seemed to just be there. Connor was hardly mentioned except for his leaving. Starting book 5 I'm hoping it's more enjoyable.
June 9, 2022
Could not put down the series…
I actually read all four books back to back. The writing caught me from the start. After the first few pages I knew I would read the whole series. Loved them. Hope the next book is only the next installment, and that more will come. Thank you for writing these Juliet and bringing such wonderful characters to life. Lives that one soon finds one invested in.
I actually read all four books back to back. The writing caught me from the start. After the first few pages I knew I would read the whole series. Loved them. Hope the next book is only the next installment, and that more will come. Thank you for writing these Juliet and bringing such wonderful characters to life. Lives that one soon finds one invested in.
March 21, 2020
Lovely read
In this 4th book in the series, I found myself again lost in the story line. There is something for everyone: love,intrigue, mystery. The writing lends itself to vivid imagery and has me longing for an Irish adventure of my own. Looking forward to the next book in the series! Thank you to the author Juliet Gauvin .
In this 4th book in the series, I found myself again lost in the story line. There is something for everyone: love,intrigue, mystery. The writing lends itself to vivid imagery and has me longing for an Irish adventure of my own. Looking forward to the next book in the series! Thank you to the author Juliet Gauvin .
June 20, 2021
Lovely!
The first book will always be my favorite, but this one, just as wonderful! Filled with the charming folks of Dingle, Elizabeth, Conner, their best friends Kilian and Audre, find themselves in a dire situation involving Elizabeth’s “Great-Aunt” Camille. More surprises come to them, but don’t want to be a spoiler, so read the book!
The first book will always be my favorite, but this one, just as wonderful! Filled with the charming folks of Dingle, Elizabeth, Conner, their best friends Kilian and Audre, find themselves in a dire situation involving Elizabeth’s “Great-Aunt” Camille. More surprises come to them, but don’t want to be a spoiler, so read the book!
April 3, 2020
It’s sad to think this is the final book of the series. It’s a wonderful series and each book has a great story that leaves you wanting more. Elizabeth Lara has felt she loss her voice, a moon circle with friends helped her find her way. Please consider this book and the series for a great read
April 22, 2020
Enjoyed all this series, but this one a bit story lacking. It was an okay read, easy going, and easy to put down and pick up.
Story was a bit, ‘really?’. And a bit dull, in my opinion. But won’t loose heart, will try another 😊
Story was a bit, ‘really?’. And a bit dull, in my opinion. But won’t loose heart, will try another 😊
April 27, 2020
The story continues...
As much as this series is completely unrealistic, I love the characters and, once again, the Irish setting. The story picks up 5 years after the last book, and takes right off into Elizabeth’s story. Can’t wait to read the next one!
As much as this series is completely unrealistic, I love the characters and, once again, the Irish setting. The story picks up 5 years after the last book, and takes right off into Elizabeth’s story. Can’t wait to read the next one!
May 1, 2020
Another awesome Irish read
Discovering this series years ago, I have enjoyed every book, and This one doesn't disappoint. Stories, characters and even some suspense make it a page turner.
Discovering this series years ago, I have enjoyed every book, and This one doesn't disappoint. Stories, characters and even some suspense make it a page turner.
June 22, 2020
I liked the whole series. It’s just a nice easy read to get list in considering what’s going on in the world. I liked this last book more because it emphasizes the strong independent women and how they can stand up for themselves.
July 17, 2020
What a wonderful book!!! What an excellent series!!! I can’t wait for book 5 to come out. And I hope the story continues with a book 6 and so on. I am going to be thoroughly depressed when this is over. Thank you, Juliett!!!
July 25, 2020
Just pre-ordered book 5
Excellent series. Must be because I don’t usually pre-order. I have enjoyed this series so much I didn’t want to take the chance I would forget and miss out. Loving the secret lives of Mags & Camille.
Excellent series. Must be because I don’t usually pre-order. I have enjoyed this series so much I didn’t want to take the chance I would forget and miss out. Loving the secret lives of Mags & Camille.
July 27, 2020
Thoroughly enjoyed these books
Beautiful country, quaint town. Fast reading about good friends and family, romance, and standing up for yourself. I can't wait for the next book to come out, which I preordered tonight. I'm sure it will be engaging as the previous books.
Beautiful country, quaint town. Fast reading about good friends and family, romance, and standing up for yourself. I can't wait for the next book to come out, which I preordered tonight. I'm sure it will be engaging as the previous books.
October 17, 2020
Loved all of this series so far
I have always wanted to go to Ireland as it is in my ancestry. I know make it, but this series has taken me there so I could visualize the places. These books have been intriguing and I read all one right after another. Now on to the last one
I have always wanted to go to Ireland as it is in my ancestry. I know make it, but this series has taken me there so I could visualize the places. These books have been intriguing and I read all one right after another. Now on to the last one
November 23, 2020
Totally engrossing!
I loved this book as much as the first 3! I loved getting engrossed in life in Ireland, a beautiful country that in would love to visit! I feel like I have actually been there in reading these books! Congratulations Juliet, another winner!
I loved this book as much as the first 3! I loved getting engrossed in life in Ireland, a beautiful country that in would love to visit! I feel like I have actually been there in reading these books! Congratulations Juliet, another winner!
December 26, 2020
Intrigue, mystery, death, adventure
Different in tone from the original trilogy with less of the bedroom antics and more character development and interpersonal interactions.
Not sorry to have purchased these e-books after all.
Different in tone from the original trilogy with less of the bedroom antics and more character development and interpersonal interactions.
Not sorry to have purchased these e-books after all.
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