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The Armstrong Series: (Books 1 - 3 Box Set)
Generations of the Armstrong family face betrayal, revenge, and loss in this epic tale that traces the inhabitants of one house from the 1840s to the present day.With more than 600 five-star Goodreads ratings! This box set includes The House, The Secrets of Armstrong House and The Legacy of Armstrong House. Can a house keep secrets? 1840’s – When Lord Edward Armstrong builds the house for his bride, Anna, the family is at the climax of its power. But its world is threatened when no heir is born. Anna could restore their fortunes, but it would mean the ultimate betrayal. Then the Great Famine grips the country.1910s – Clara finds life as lady of the manor is not what she expected when she married Pierce Armstrong. As the First World War rages, she finds solace in artist Johnny Seymour’s decadent circle. Then the War of Independence erupts and Clara is caught between two men, deceit and revenge.Present Day – When Kate Fallon sees the house it is love at first sight. She and her tycoon husband Tony buy it and hire the last Armstrong owner, architect Nico, to oversee its restoration. As Kate’s fascination with the house grows, she and Nico begin to uncover its history and the fates of its occupants in centuries past. But then, as her husband's business empire faces ruin, Kate realises that they are in danger of losing everything.Betrayal, deceit, revenge, obsession – one house, one family, three generations.With 600+ five-star reviews for the series. Find out why readers all over the world have fallen in love with The Armstrong Trilogy
1417 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 18, 2019
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About the author
A. O'Connor
22 books104 followersA. O'Connor is the bestselling author of The House, The Secrets of Armstrong House, The Left Handed Marriage and The Footman. A graduate in History and English from the National University of Ireland Maynooth and Trinity College Dublin, the author has contributed to two collections of short stories in aid of Barnardos Charity and played a key role in A.M.D's Fighting Blindness campaign. The House has been translated into German and the Russian edition is due for publication in 2016.
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September 20, 2023
engrossing, but reader beware
This is a fascinating series which follows generations of Armstrongs for two centuries. Beginning in the present, O’Connor weaves events in the lives of the current generation in and out of those of the past. I thought of the phrase “generational curse” while reading of the deceit that occurred repeatedly through the years.
The one thing that hinders my rating this series with 5 stars is the gratuitous and unnecessary use of the f-word that seems to be popping up all over these days. With no need for it to be used, it only detracts from the quality of otherwise good writing.
This is a fascinating series which follows generations of Armstrongs for two centuries. Beginning in the present, O’Connor weaves events in the lives of the current generation in and out of those of the past. I thought of the phrase “generational curse” while reading of the deceit that occurred repeatedly through the years.
The one thing that hinders my rating this series with 5 stars is the gratuitous and unnecessary use of the f-word that seems to be popping up all over these days. With no need for it to be used, it only detracts from the quality of otherwise good writing.
January 1, 2026
I absolutely love this book. It’s a multi generational family saga that covers 3 eras. No, it’s not Downton Abbey, but it’s very entertaining hearing about each woman as they take on the task of being Lady Armstrong. The women have been divided into each of the three sections so it’s easy to keep them straight. I’ll have to say that the characters are a bit shallow and under developed. I wanted to hear more about what made them who they were but it sure made this book perfect escapism.
Eager to start the next Armstrong book in
This 5 book series.
Eager to start the next Armstrong book in
This 5 book series.
September 3, 2023
Extremely readable
A very well written series of books. Taken as a whole, I did find it difficult at times to know where I was as the timescales did not flow in chronological order but, all the same, compulsive reading. The last book was slightly marred by several editing faults but didn’t spoil the enjoyment too much. I did wonder if we would ever hear more about Pearce’s ex wife but perhaps that was intended for another book?
A very well written series of books. Taken as a whole, I did find it difficult at times to know where I was as the timescales did not flow in chronological order but, all the same, compulsive reading. The last book was slightly marred by several editing faults but didn’t spoil the enjoyment too much. I did wonder if we would ever hear more about Pearce’s ex wife but perhaps that was intended for another book?
May 21, 2025
This multi generational series is quite well written...the parallels of the past and present were good, showing that the past has a strong influence on the present day when secrets are kept.
I would have liked to read more about some of the antagonists, such as Sinclair and Harry Armstrong, who didn't have a great deal of development and a murky future.
overall, the stories progressed at a good pace though slow at times and, particularly in the last one, hurried at others
I would have liked to read more about some of the antagonists, such as Sinclair and Harry Armstrong, who didn't have a great deal of development and a murky future.
overall, the stories progressed at a good pace though slow at times and, particularly in the last one, hurried at others
August 3, 2023
Armstrong House
This is the story of an aristocratic Irish family and their long history. The books also deal with more modern times when Kate and Tony Fallon buy Armstrong House and restore it to hoe it looked in the past. I really enjoyed reading the story of the Armstrongs over the years and the more modern story also. A very enjoyable read.
This is the story of an aristocratic Irish family and their long history. The books also deal with more modern times when Kate and Tony Fallon buy Armstrong House and restore it to hoe it looked in the past. I really enjoyed reading the story of the Armstrongs over the years and the more modern story also. A very enjoyable read.
August 6, 2023
what the heck
No one as ever finished this massive mess of a series. It is a conglomerate of several books that are hit and miss and jump all over the place. Please don’t think you are getting a deal, even free it was way overpriced. I skimmed the jumped to the end, and even the 7th epilogue didn’t tie anything up. Have mercy!
No one as ever finished this massive mess of a series. It is a conglomerate of several books that are hit and miss and jump all over the place. Please don’t think you are getting a deal, even free it was way overpriced. I skimmed the jumped to the end, and even the 7th epilogue didn’t tie anything up. Have mercy!
October 5, 2025
Needs editing!!
I really enjoyed this the story line of this series but it was very frustrating to read because of all the typos. I find this very annoying but also frustrating when the book does not offer the option to recommend edits. I haven’t ever read a book with this many errors.
I really enjoyed this the story line of this series but it was very frustrating to read because of all the typos. I find this very annoying but also frustrating when the book does not offer the option to recommend edits. I haven’t ever read a book with this many errors.
July 12, 2023
Secrets hidden in the family
Enjoyed following all the ancestors lives and wondering why until the truth was revealed over a hundred years later. I appreciated the way the story jumped from present day back to what really happened. Interesting all the way until the end.
Enjoyed following all the ancestors lives and wondering why until the truth was revealed over a hundred years later. I appreciated the way the story jumped from present day back to what really happened. Interesting all the way until the end.
July 21, 2023
I really enjoyed being able to read these books in sequence. I loved the back and forth from past to present. The description of each individual character and what was done for love or greed carried the story to an enjoyable conclusion.
Some secrets surely need to stay secret.
Some secrets surely need to stay secret.
September 5, 2023
I could not put this series down, thoroughly enjoyable. Kept me guessing throughout. How they all conspired to keep the Armstrong legacy. Well written, a joy to read. You won’t be disappointed with this book.
June 29, 2023
Please see individual stories for review.
July 10, 2023
This is a wonderful book that is written so well. Jumping back and forth between generations really holds your attention, and the end of the story is so satisfying!
July 12, 2023
fabulous trilogy
A fabulous, couldn’t put down trilogy . We miss the books and characters already. Would love a 4th. Read his other books too/
A fabulous, couldn’t put down trilogy . We miss the books and characters already. Would love a 4th. Read his other books too/
July 15, 2023
Warning: F-bombs
Such a good story, but would be better without all the “F-bombs” which didn’t even fit the time period and story.
Such a good story, but would be better without all the “F-bombs” which didn’t even fit the time period and story.
August 19, 2023
enjoyed
Great read about the Armstrong family both and present and all the twists and turns in their relationships and their effects
Great read about the Armstrong family both and present and all the twists and turns in their relationships and their effects
September 5, 2025
Great historical fiction!
Well rounded characters, great plot twists, grabs you from the first page! Once I started it was hard to stop
Well rounded characters, great plot twists, grabs you from the first page! Once I started it was hard to stop
January 30, 2026
Ive read the entire series in less than a week. then went on to read everything I could find by A. O'Connor
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