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Rosemont Saga #7
Restoring What Was Lost
This seventh novel in the beloved Rosemont series finds Maggie Martin knee deep in intrigue. The theft of rare books from Highpointe’s collection, plus an attempted murder and a fatal accident in its library, are front-page news. Her board of trustees is looking for answers—and a scapegoat. Can she avoid being their target?
Sunday Sloan and Josh Newlon’s love blossoms until the unexpected derails their happiness. Meanwhile, Cambridge University’s rare book librarian travels to Westbury on business and ends up unraveling his own personal secrets.
A jeweled brooch discovered in Westbury Animal Hospital’s lost and found causes a decades-old cold case to be reopened. Will it also allow David Wheeler to pursue his dreams?
Settle in as Maggie and the kind people of Westbury tackle every challenge.
Sunday Sloan and Josh Newlon’s love blossoms until the unexpected derails their happiness. Meanwhile, Cambridge University’s rare book librarian travels to Westbury on business and ends up unraveling his own personal secrets.
A jeweled brooch discovered in Westbury Animal Hospital’s lost and found causes a decades-old cold case to be reopened. Will it also allow David Wheeler to pursue his dreams?
Settle in as Maggie and the kind people of Westbury tackle every challenge.
- GenresFiction
270 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 26, 2020
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About the author
Barbara Hinske
44 books1,391 followersUSA Today Bestselling Author Barbara Hinske is an attorney who recently left the practice of law to pursue her career as a full-time novelist. She inherited the fiction gene from her father who wrote mysteries when he retired and told her a story every night of her childhood. Barbara is the bestselling author of the beloved Rosemont series; the acclaimed Guiding Emily series; a collection of murder mystery thrillers in her "Who's There?" collection; and her sweet Christmas novellas The Christmas Club (adapted for the Hallmark Channel in 2019), Paws & Pastries, and No Matter How Far.
She and her husband share their own Rosemont with two adorable and spoiled dogs. She is besotted with decorating, entertaining, cooking and gardening. Now that her novel The Christmas Club has been made into a Hallmark Channel movie, she is completely star-struck and thrilled to have her work on the screen.
She and her husband share their own Rosemont with two adorable and spoiled dogs. She is besotted with decorating, entertaining, cooking and gardening. Now that her novel The Christmas Club has been made into a Hallmark Channel movie, she is completely star-struck and thrilled to have her work on the screen.
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July 18, 2025
A truly nice book full of lovely, caring people. I didn’t realize it was part of a series, but I enjoyed it without knowing all the background history. I’d like to visit Rosemont and meet these folk.
November 2, 2020
Such a great series! Surprises galore In this book along with murder and exposing those involved in the stolen books. Romance blossoms, people united and treasures found. A new doggie joins the group and new career on the horizon for our favorite young man. Looking forward to more!
February 29, 2024
Love abounds
This episode in the Rosemont series is a collection of love stories. The love that Maggie and John share is just an umbrella for the love of their friends and family that Book 7 describes. Throw in a bit of mystery and intrigue and you’ve got the perfect recipe for an”un-put-down-able” novel by Barbara Hinske . Hinske does not disappoint with this book. You’ll love it, and will know you have to read the entire series, and anything else you can get your hands on that Hinske has written! Read…and enjoy!
This episode in the Rosemont series is a collection of love stories. The love that Maggie and John share is just an umbrella for the love of their friends and family that Book 7 describes. Throw in a bit of mystery and intrigue and you’ve got the perfect recipe for an”un-put-down-able” novel by Barbara Hinske . Hinske does not disappoint with this book. You’ll love it, and will know you have to read the entire series, and anything else you can get your hands on that Hinske has written! Read…and enjoy!
October 15, 2021
I loved the Rosemont Series!
Barbara Hinske is a masterful storyteller. He characters are well developed as are the challenges she presents in the book. Her legal background no doubt helps her craft some of these convoluted situations. The books are full of twists and turns with surprises around every corner. I could not imagine some of the scenarios she creates but they work. Look forward to reading more books by Barbara Hinske!
Barbara Hinske is a masterful storyteller. He characters are well developed as are the challenges she presents in the book. Her legal background no doubt helps her craft some of these convoluted situations. The books are full of twists and turns with surprises around every corner. I could not imagine some of the scenarios she creates but they work. Look forward to reading more books by Barbara Hinske!
December 28, 2020
Such a lovely romantic series. With each book, you feel like you are visiting old friends and finding new ones. Maggie has some troubles at the college but works her way through them with her usual take-charge manner. Although this book was published in late October, I’m hopeful the next isn’t too far behind.
March 4, 2021
Not up to par ...
This was my least favorite book of the Rosemont series. It was a choppy read, jumping quickly from scene to scene. The major situation with the trustees was never really settled, and the book didn't come to a logical conclusion but abruptly ended. So very disappointing.
This was my least favorite book of the Rosemont series. It was a choppy read, jumping quickly from scene to scene. The major situation with the trustees was never really settled, and the book didn't come to a logical conclusion but abruptly ended. So very disappointing.
July 1, 2021
Awesome
I can’t believe this was the last in the series but oh my goodness such wonderful closings for so many of the characters - I read slowly as to savour the scenery, the tastes ( Wish we had a Pete’s Bistro near us)
Thoroughly enjoyed each and every book in this series and know I will reread again
I can’t believe this was the last in the series but oh my goodness such wonderful closings for so many of the characters - I read slowly as to savour the scenery, the tastes ( Wish we had a Pete’s Bistro near us)
Thoroughly enjoyed each and every book in this series and know I will reread again
March 15, 2022
Wonderful and loving
This is such a sweet addition to this series. Which I absolutely love. These books are like watching an episode of “The Walton’s”. Their always loving, forgiving, and endearing with all the different characters. I would highly recommend this book. Make sure you start at the beginning of the series and see the importance of each character!
This is such a sweet addition to this series. Which I absolutely love. These books are like watching an episode of “The Walton’s”. Their always loving, forgiving, and endearing with all the different characters. I would highly recommend this book. Make sure you start at the beginning of the series and see the importance of each character!
November 15, 2022
Restoring What was Lost
Very sweet book! I enjoyed seeing the characters continue to evolve in the series! I like the surprises especially articles found at Rosemont. The scenes are very well described.... one feels like they are there. A very satisfying read. I can't wait for the next book in the series!
Very sweet book! I enjoyed seeing the characters continue to evolve in the series! I like the surprises especially articles found at Rosemont. The scenes are very well described.... one feels like they are there. A very satisfying read. I can't wait for the next book in the series!
January 19, 2023
Great series!
The best series I've read in quite a while. I would recommend this series to anyone who likes light-hearted reading. The series has intrigue, romance, family values, and
great characters. I had a hard time putting it down. I'm definitely going to read more of her books.
The best series I've read in quite a while. I would recommend this series to anyone who likes light-hearted reading. The series has intrigue, romance, family values, and
great characters. I had a hard time putting it down. I'm definitely going to read more of her books.
September 2, 2024
Absolutely LOVED the entire Rosemont series. Each of the characters came to life , much more than just words on a page. I am sorry to say good bye to my dear friends, the residents of Westbury. Maggie makes me want to entertain and welcome everyone into my home (as I did in a very different time - 50 years ago). On to her next series. I am so hooked.
January 6, 2021
Just like the rest of this series, I didn’t want this book to end! This series of books is my favorite by far. It’s heartwarming and funny at times; it just transports me to a place where I’d love to live. Anyway, I’m hoping there’s another sequel in the works! Well done!!
January 28, 2021
Seventh book in the series. Semi-small town life with many characters introduced along the way.
Fast reading with interesting plots but certainly not for everyone. On par with the Mitford books
perhaps.
Fast reading with interesting plots but certainly not for everyone. On par with the Mitford books
perhaps.
June 7, 2021
A very surprising ending!
Rosemont still has lots of mysterious artifacts to be uncovered. Love happens and each person is just as surprised as the other. Babies are being born and a new chapter is beginning.
Rosemont still has lots of mysterious artifacts to be uncovered. Love happens and each person is just as surprised as the other. Babies are being born and a new chapter is beginning.
December 1, 2021
Rosemont Series
I finished the series and wished it didn’t,t end.
A remarkable series that happen to the town and the people who live there.
You want to read the next book in the series as it keeps you captivated.
I highly recommend it.
I finished the series and wished it didn’t,t end.
A remarkable series that happen to the town and the people who live there.
You want to read the next book in the series as it keeps you captivated.
I highly recommend it.
July 13, 2022
Unbelievably good!
I love it when a story ties up loose ends. This series and it's characters are heartwarming. You won't be disappointed if you start with book one. I'm just sorry there is only one book left to go.
I love it when a story ties up loose ends. This series and it's characters are heartwarming. You won't be disappointed if you start with book one. I'm just sorry there is only one book left to go.
February 27, 2024
surprises everywhere!
I was caught totally unaware by one event in this book. Unexpected treasures show up, both in people and things. Dreams become planned possibilities, and love blooms. A cold case murder is solved. I’m eager to see what is revealed in the next book!
I was caught totally unaware by one event in this book. Unexpected treasures show up, both in people and things. Dreams become planned possibilities, and love blooms. A cold case murder is solved. I’m eager to see what is revealed in the next book!
August 17, 2025
Restoring What Was Lost book 7
Amazing and full of mystery. This book is magnificent. The town of Westbury and anything mixed with Rosemont Manor is thrilling. I can’t get enough of Barbara Hinske books.
Amazing and full of mystery. This book is magnificent. The town of Westbury and anything mixed with Rosemont Manor is thrilling. I can’t get enough of Barbara Hinske books.
December 30, 2020
Restoring What Was Lost The Seventh Novel in the Rosemont Series
A very good story and the seventh book in this series about family and friends and forgiveness and trust and solving crimes
A very good story and the seventh book in this series about family and friends and forgiveness and trust and solving crimes
January 23, 2021
Great Read
This book has everything! Community caring, mystery, justice, and just enough romance to NOT to make me gag! This whole series has thrilled me. I pray we see a #8 soon!
This book has everything! Community caring, mystery, justice, and just enough romance to NOT to make me gag! This whole series has thrilled me. I pray we see a #8 soon!
February 20, 2021
Wow! This one had me in tears with the reunions. Having relinquished a child for adoption and then reuniting with him, I totally related to the feelings and was able to feel what they all were feeling at the time of discovery. I sure hope there is an 8th novel in this series.
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March 1, 2021
Again, am loving this whole series. Had not read any for awhile - have really enjoyed the last two books as much as the earlier ones. Waiting for the next!
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March 14, 2021
The series
A first rate serious with re ally good story lines couldn't wait for the next book to see what would happen next
A first rate serious with re ally good story lines couldn't wait for the next book to see what would happen next
March 29, 2021
Soap opera
Reading these felt like watching a soap opera. They pulled you into the story and you had to keep going.
Reading these felt like watching a soap opera. They pulled you into the story and you had to keep going.
January 20, 2022
Loved this series! Perfect winter stormy weekend read. Sad to have it end.
Maybe she will write more.
Maybe she will write more.
January 28, 2022
wait this can’t be the last one
I love this series! There must be more!
This is a wholesome feel good drift into the way we should all be… the way we could all be.
I love this series! There must be more!
This is a wholesome feel good drift into the way we should all be… the way we could all be.
January 18, 2023
Very sweet, with wayyyyyy too many coincidences IMHO. I would have liked to have a bit more of the appraiser in the book. He is a great character.
February 22, 2023
Wow. Book seven follows right after book 6. Clears up more of the information.
More of Maggie, John, Family, friends, Coworkers.
Great read.
More Westbury, romance, mystery and support.
More of Maggie, John, Family, friends, Coworkers.
Great read.
More Westbury, romance, mystery and support.
December 8, 2023
The series is getting too long. I did like the new characters from the school, and their storyline, but even that was very predictable.
November 27, 2024
old friends
The Rosemont series is like having a long-awaited lunch date with old friends. Enjoy!
I will be sad when I finish the final installment but happy to have read it.
The Rosemont series is like having a long-awaited lunch date with old friends. Enjoy!
I will be sad when I finish the final installment but happy to have read it.
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