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The Vanishing at Castle Moreau
In 1865, orphaned Daisy Francois takes a position as housemaid at a midwestern Wisconsin castle and finds that the reclusive and eccentric Gothic authoress inside hides more than the harrowing tales in her novels. With women disappearing from the area and a legend that seems to parallel these eerie circumstances, Daisy is thrust into a web that may threaten to steal her sanity, if not her life.
In the present day, Cleo Clemmons is hired by the grandson of American aristocratic family the Tremblays to help his matriarchal grandmother face her hoarding in the dilapidated Castle Moreau. But when Cleo uncovers more than just the woman's stashes of collectibles, a century-old mystery of disappearance, insanity, and the dust of the old castle's curse threatens to rise again, and this time, leave no one alive to tell its sordid tale.
Fan-favorite Jaime Jo Wright draws readers into a seamlessly woven dual-time tale of suspense, mystery, romance, and redemption.
In the present day, Cleo Clemmons is hired by the grandson of American aristocratic family the Tremblays to help his matriarchal grandmother face her hoarding in the dilapidated Castle Moreau. But when Cleo uncovers more than just the woman's stashes of collectibles, a century-old mystery of disappearance, insanity, and the dust of the old castle's curse threatens to rise again, and this time, leave no one alive to tell its sordid tale.
Fan-favorite Jaime Jo Wright draws readers into a seamlessly woven dual-time tale of suspense, mystery, romance, and redemption.
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First published April 4, 2023
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29 books2,383 followersDaphne du Maurier and Christy Award-Winning author, Jaime Jo Wright resides in the hills of Wisconsin writing suspenseful, mysteries stained with history's secrets. Jaime lives in dreamland, exists in reality, and invites you to join her adventures at jaimewrightbooks.com!
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April 4, 2023
Happy publication day!
I binged it in less than 24 hours!!
The castle Moreau has been built in the early eighteen hundreds and the talk about women vanishing in there started roughly at the same time. This is a story with two parallel timelines and both heroines, Daisy in 1870 and Cleo in the present day, are curious about the mystery. They are both suspicious and a little scared at times but also drawn to the castle which despite its curse provides refuge from their own demons.
This is a compelling gothic novel with a unique storyline, fascinating mystery and a hint of a romance. There are some plot holes here and there, maybe some slightly weird or unrealistic details but I couldn’t put it down nevertheless. The ending was unexpected and more satisfying than I thought possible.
If mysteries of old castles are your thing don’t hesitate to pick it up!
Thank you NetGalley and Bethany House for the chance to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
I binged it in less than 24 hours!!
The castle Moreau has been built in the early eighteen hundreds and the talk about women vanishing in there started roughly at the same time. This is a story with two parallel timelines and both heroines, Daisy in 1870 and Cleo in the present day, are curious about the mystery. They are both suspicious and a little scared at times but also drawn to the castle which despite its curse provides refuge from their own demons.
This is a compelling gothic novel with a unique storyline, fascinating mystery and a hint of a romance. There are some plot holes here and there, maybe some slightly weird or unrealistic details but I couldn’t put it down nevertheless. The ending was unexpected and more satisfying than I thought possible.
If mysteries of old castles are your thing don’t hesitate to pick it up!
Thank you NetGalley and Bethany House for the chance to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
May 16, 2023
Wow, loved this book so much. 4.5-5 stars!
Jaime Jo’s endings always have such a big reveal and leave you with such hope. This quote made me cry… “a sisterhood that is greater than fear, and a holy strength that conquers evil.” If you like mysterious castles with secrets, gothic vibes, dual timeline, a century-old mystery….great characters with a little bit of romance sprinkled in- read this!
This is a multi timeline, primarily dual timeline. We have 1801 with short updates here and there from a perspective called “the girl”. It appears to be those that originated in the castle. Then we have 1870, where orphaned Daisy Francois takes a job as a housemaid at the castle. She meets a Gothic authoress who appears to be hiding things about the castle so Daisy starts trying to piece everything together to figure out the castle’s secrets. She also has a small romance here start to bloom. Then we have present day, where Cleo Clemons is hired by this woman’s grandson who lives at the castle- he wants Cleo to help his grandmother with her hoarding tendencies throughout the castle. But there is more to meets the eye for Cleo at Castle Moreau….With a romance blooming for Cleo, secrets of her own to hide and a mystery uncovered at the castle, Cleo may get more then she bargained for in this new job…
The two timelines are tied together by the generations of people who built the castle leading up through present day, while these generations are keeping the secrets of the castle hidden and a lady in each timeline comes in trying to figure everything out with their own little romantic interest.
Some parts were a bit longer for me then others but this is so close to 5 stars for me because of the ending. That last 25% when everything was revealed….my heart. I loved what Jaime Jo did with the ending of this yall! I didn’t see it coming. Completely shocked.
This also wasn’t too creepy for me. Some parts are a little unsettling but nothing too bad. There are mentions of past child abuse but it’s off page and not detailed. The creepy level really just reminds me of stories from mysterious castles like you might see in an episode of “Are You Afraid of the Dark” 😁 Nothing too scary! Maybe some shadows lurking in the dark or someone rattling a door knob but we don’t know who/no one is there type stuff 😁
Overall, I can’t wait to dive into more of Jaime’s books as this was amazing!
Jaime Jo’s endings always have such a big reveal and leave you with such hope. This quote made me cry… “a sisterhood that is greater than fear, and a holy strength that conquers evil.” If you like mysterious castles with secrets, gothic vibes, dual timeline, a century-old mystery….great characters with a little bit of romance sprinkled in- read this!
This is a multi timeline, primarily dual timeline. We have 1801 with short updates here and there from a perspective called “the girl”. It appears to be those that originated in the castle. Then we have 1870, where orphaned Daisy Francois takes a job as a housemaid at the castle. She meets a Gothic authoress who appears to be hiding things about the castle so Daisy starts trying to piece everything together to figure out the castle’s secrets. She also has a small romance here start to bloom. Then we have present day, where Cleo Clemons is hired by this woman’s grandson who lives at the castle- he wants Cleo to help his grandmother with her hoarding tendencies throughout the castle. But there is more to meets the eye for Cleo at Castle Moreau….With a romance blooming for Cleo, secrets of her own to hide and a mystery uncovered at the castle, Cleo may get more then she bargained for in this new job…
The two timelines are tied together by the generations of people who built the castle leading up through present day, while these generations are keeping the secrets of the castle hidden and a lady in each timeline comes in trying to figure everything out with their own little romantic interest.
Some parts were a bit longer for me then others but this is so close to 5 stars for me because of the ending. That last 25% when everything was revealed….my heart. I loved what Jaime Jo did with the ending of this yall! I didn’t see it coming. Completely shocked.
This also wasn’t too creepy for me. Some parts are a little unsettling but nothing too bad. There are mentions of past child abuse but it’s off page and not detailed. The creepy level really just reminds me of stories from mysterious castles like you might see in an episode of “Are You Afraid of the Dark” 😁 Nothing too scary! Maybe some shadows lurking in the dark or someone rattling a door knob but we don’t know who/no one is there type stuff 😁
Overall, I can’t wait to dive into more of Jaime’s books as this was amazing!
October 3, 2024
Call me surprised! 3.5 ⭐
Liked:
1. The premise - a creepy castle that women have disappeared from for generations.
2. Some of the characters - I liked Cleo and Daisy the most.
3. The ending - very satisfying
Questioned:
1. The love interests - those guys weren't romantic in my opinion. Mainly they were just grumpy dudes and I wasn't into them.
2. The drawn out mystery. Like I see the why behind drawing it out to make it creepy but I don't enjoy the wondering lol.
3. Switching timelines. I was solidly confused for the first 100 pages and that's annoying.
It's 4 stars because I was still very impressed with the storyline and I liked how it resolved. I still don't see myself reading many of this author's books.
Creep factor: not that creepy in my opinion but only because I knew there was not going to be a real ghost element, so I was more so curious about how the author was going to reveal what was really going on.
Liked:
1. The premise - a creepy castle that women have disappeared from for generations.
2. Some of the characters - I liked Cleo and Daisy the most.
3. The ending - very satisfying
Questioned:
1. The love interests - those guys weren't romantic in my opinion. Mainly they were just grumpy dudes and I wasn't into them.
2. The drawn out mystery. Like I see the why behind drawing it out to make it creepy but I don't enjoy the wondering lol.
3. Switching timelines. I was solidly confused for the first 100 pages and that's annoying.
It's 4 stars because I was still very impressed with the storyline and I liked how it resolved. I still don't see myself reading many of this author's books.
Creep factor: not that creepy in my opinion but only because I knew there was not going to be a real ghost element, so I was more so curious about how the author was going to reveal what was really going on.
February 24, 2023
The Vanishing at Castle Moreau is a spooky, engaging, and compelling read. The themes of finding healing from past traumas and being a safe place for those who have been wronged was so good. Finding important and relevant themes like that in books is something I admire and respect so much—and something I want to see more of in fiction!
I’ll admit, I was here for the characters more so than the plot itself. Deacon—he was my favorite. And I loved Daisy and Lincoln’s story—I was rooting for them pretty much from their first scene together, haha!
The plot aspect of this story didn’t pull me in as much as I had hoped, hence why I docked off a star, but I’m still so glad I read this book!
Thank you to NetGalley and the author for an eARC of The Vanishing at Castle Moreau. A positive review was not required, only my honest opinion. All thoughts are expressly my own.
I’ll admit, I was here for the characters more so than the plot itself. Deacon—he was my favorite. And I loved Daisy and Lincoln’s story—I was rooting for them pretty much from their first scene together, haha!
The plot aspect of this story didn’t pull me in as much as I had hoped, hence why I docked off a star, but I’m still so glad I read this book!
Thank you to NetGalley and the author for an eARC of The Vanishing at Castle Moreau. A positive review was not required, only my honest opinion. All thoughts are expressly my own.
December 17, 2023
4 ½ stars 🌟
I loved the setting and the past timeline was so atmospheric! I wish the whole book had been set in the past timeline with Lincoln, Daisy, and the creepy horror novelist. I definitely needed more scenes with Daisy and Lincoln together and getting to know each other.
I loved the setting and the past timeline was so atmospheric! I wish the whole book had been set in the past timeline with Lincoln, Daisy, and the creepy horror novelist. I definitely needed more scenes with Daisy and Lincoln together and getting to know each other.
April 6, 2023
“It was said that Castle Moreau was a place that consumed the vulnerable.”
Every single time I pick up a book by Jaime Jo Wright, I am useless for anything else until I’ve finished it. Her writing style, her plot crafting, her characters … all of it just wraps me fully up in the story and refuses to let go. Kinda like Castle Moreau’s reputation, come to think of it.
“Women have been known to visit Castle Moreau…They do not return.”
Yep. That about sums up my experience reading the story, too. But in a less creepy sense lol. I went in and I didn’t come out… at least not until I’d savored the last word.
There are actually 3 timelines at play in The Vanishing at Castle Moreau – 1801, 1870, and present day – and they all fit seamlessly together while telling a deliciously gothic story of missing women, eccentric characters, and a mysterious Wisconsin castle. I loved the parallels between the 1870 timeline and the present day, particularly when it comes to the three main players in each era – the peculiar grandmother, the dashing grandson, and the new young assistant who is running from her own horrors.
Daisy (1870) and Cleo (present day) each hope that Castle Moreau will be the refuge they are seeking, the place where their secrets will be harbored and their monsters won’t find them. And while the castle does provide a surface-level haven from their most immediate concerns, it also raises more questions than it answers and tangles their secrets in with its own until it’s almost impossible to separate them. Ora (1870) and Virgie (present day) are unique grandmothers, to be sure. One is infamous for her gothic horror novels (and the personality to match), the other infamous in surname only but inexplicably bound to this castle. A castle she has filled to the brim with her hoarded ‘treasures’. And then there are the grandsons – Lincoln (1870) and Deacon (present day) who have battled their own demons and now must help Daisy and Cleo, respectively, vanquish theirs.
These characters – and Castle Moreau, too – are so wonderfully complex, and I was hanging on every word as Wright masterfully unpacks their layers, taking that knotted tangle of secrets and weaving it into a beautiful tapestry. A work of art in the form of a cloaked woman with a crooked hand – the one common character that unites all three timelines more than any of their other similarities. I have to admit that this Phantom Woman had me stumped for the majority of the book. One thing I know – and love – about Jaime Jo Wright’s books is how she incorporates the paranormal without compromising the truth of God’s Word. Everything in her stories that seems unexplainable will always eventually have an explanation. And yet… the same character spanning over 200 years?? What other explanation could there be? Needless to say, I could not wait to see where Wright took this plot thread, and I. loved. every. minute of it.
Bottom Line: The Vanishing at Castle Moreau is another deliciously atmospheric masterpiece from Jaime Jo Wright – in fact, I think it’s her best yet. (I have a sneaking suspicion that I say about that each one but it’s always true!) Three timelines, bumps in the night, doorknobs rattling, mysterious screams, women missing, a gothic horror novelist, a hoarding grandmother … and a phantom woman with a crooked hand that ties them all together. Wright takes all of these elements – along with expertly layered characters – and not only crafts a story that will keep you spellbound but also carefully explores the depths of grief, fear, and love while pointing readers to the One who is truly a Refuge. My words don’t do it justice – put this on your must-read list without delay!
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
first reviewed at Reading Is My SuperPower
Every single time I pick up a book by Jaime Jo Wright, I am useless for anything else until I’ve finished it. Her writing style, her plot crafting, her characters … all of it just wraps me fully up in the story and refuses to let go. Kinda like Castle Moreau’s reputation, come to think of it.
“Women have been known to visit Castle Moreau…They do not return.”
Yep. That about sums up my experience reading the story, too. But in a less creepy sense lol. I went in and I didn’t come out… at least not until I’d savored the last word.
There are actually 3 timelines at play in The Vanishing at Castle Moreau – 1801, 1870, and present day – and they all fit seamlessly together while telling a deliciously gothic story of missing women, eccentric characters, and a mysterious Wisconsin castle. I loved the parallels between the 1870 timeline and the present day, particularly when it comes to the three main players in each era – the peculiar grandmother, the dashing grandson, and the new young assistant who is running from her own horrors.
Daisy (1870) and Cleo (present day) each hope that Castle Moreau will be the refuge they are seeking, the place where their secrets will be harbored and their monsters won’t find them. And while the castle does provide a surface-level haven from their most immediate concerns, it also raises more questions than it answers and tangles their secrets in with its own until it’s almost impossible to separate them. Ora (1870) and Virgie (present day) are unique grandmothers, to be sure. One is infamous for her gothic horror novels (and the personality to match), the other infamous in surname only but inexplicably bound to this castle. A castle she has filled to the brim with her hoarded ‘treasures’. And then there are the grandsons – Lincoln (1870) and Deacon (present day) who have battled their own demons and now must help Daisy and Cleo, respectively, vanquish theirs.
These characters – and Castle Moreau, too – are so wonderfully complex, and I was hanging on every word as Wright masterfully unpacks their layers, taking that knotted tangle of secrets and weaving it into a beautiful tapestry. A work of art in the form of a cloaked woman with a crooked hand – the one common character that unites all three timelines more than any of their other similarities. I have to admit that this Phantom Woman had me stumped for the majority of the book. One thing I know – and love – about Jaime Jo Wright’s books is how she incorporates the paranormal without compromising the truth of God’s Word. Everything in her stories that seems unexplainable will always eventually have an explanation. And yet… the same character spanning over 200 years?? What other explanation could there be? Needless to say, I could not wait to see where Wright took this plot thread, and I. loved. every. minute of it.
Bottom Line: The Vanishing at Castle Moreau is another deliciously atmospheric masterpiece from Jaime Jo Wright – in fact, I think it’s her best yet. (I have a sneaking suspicion that I say about that each one but it’s always true!) Three timelines, bumps in the night, doorknobs rattling, mysterious screams, women missing, a gothic horror novelist, a hoarding grandmother … and a phantom woman with a crooked hand that ties them all together. Wright takes all of these elements – along with expertly layered characters – and not only crafts a story that will keep you spellbound but also carefully explores the depths of grief, fear, and love while pointing readers to the One who is truly a Refuge. My words don’t do it justice – put this on your must-read list without delay!
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
first reviewed at Reading Is My SuperPower
March 16, 2023
I received this ARC as a gift from the author/publisher. This review is voluntary and my honest opinion.
“You realize that if you aren’t an ambassador for your own feelings and thoughts, then no one else shall be either?"
The kind of atmospheric writing that is enhanced by a hot cup of tea on a rainy day while you read.
The Vanishing at Castle Moreau is a classic haunted house story with a dual-timeline twist and nods to classic gothic fiction. It explores two parallel timelines of two women on the run and desperate to disappear, and is definitely the spookiest of Wright's books that I have read yet!
I’m the kind of person who watches horror movies with snacks and a smile, but I’ll be honest that I did the “turn off lights and run” after reading this book late one night! Somehow that made the spooky chapters of Daisy or Cleo being creeped out by the castle so fun, and I love that feeling of being curled up under a blanket, just waiting for the jump scare.
I could definitely relate to that feeling of feeling tense and anxious in the dark of night, of trying to keep your thoughts focused so they don’t wander into dark corners, but it was done in a way as to not be overly terrifying out triggering.
Strangely enough, I really related to Ora at times and I really enjoyed the chapters with her as a girl. I also loved how Jaime Jo put some of her own experiences with being an author into this book through Ora’s character.
Overall, it was the spooks and the mystery that drew me in and kept me going. I loved the twists and couldn't wait to see what the big reveal would be at the end!
And the ending was much more bittersweet and heartwarming than I was expecting, but it was very fitting and such a bright light at the end of the tunnel.
I will mention that it doesn’t wholly represent addiction, specifically in Cleo’s character. We are more told she struggles with alcoholism than shown it.
For anyone who is caught in the cycle of alcoholism or addiction, I would highly suggest checking out Recovery Alive to find a refuge of your own, and a path for finding hope and freedom.
"For while she spoke fearsome things, she always reminded me that somewhere, beauty existed. She would tell me that life brought terrors, and we must learn to live with them. It was why she told me such things, so that I would not be as frightened when the horror visited in real life."
Content: Creepy scenerios, references to child abuse, alcoholism
“You realize that if you aren’t an ambassador for your own feelings and thoughts, then no one else shall be either?"
The kind of atmospheric writing that is enhanced by a hot cup of tea on a rainy day while you read.
The Vanishing at Castle Moreau is a classic haunted house story with a dual-timeline twist and nods to classic gothic fiction. It explores two parallel timelines of two women on the run and desperate to disappear, and is definitely the spookiest of Wright's books that I have read yet!
I’m the kind of person who watches horror movies with snacks and a smile, but I’ll be honest that I did the “turn off lights and run” after reading this book late one night! Somehow that made the spooky chapters of Daisy or Cleo being creeped out by the castle so fun, and I love that feeling of being curled up under a blanket, just waiting for the jump scare.
I could definitely relate to that feeling of feeling tense and anxious in the dark of night, of trying to keep your thoughts focused so they don’t wander into dark corners, but it was done in a way as to not be overly terrifying out triggering.
Strangely enough, I really related to Ora at times and I really enjoyed the chapters with her as a girl. I also loved how Jaime Jo put some of her own experiences with being an author into this book through Ora’s character.
Overall, it was the spooks and the mystery that drew me in and kept me going. I loved the twists and couldn't wait to see what the big reveal would be at the end!
And the ending was much more bittersweet and heartwarming than I was expecting, but it was very fitting and such a bright light at the end of the tunnel.
I will mention that it doesn’t wholly represent addiction, specifically in Cleo’s character. We are more told she struggles with alcoholism than shown it.
For anyone who is caught in the cycle of alcoholism or addiction, I would highly suggest checking out Recovery Alive to find a refuge of your own, and a path for finding hope and freedom.
"For while she spoke fearsome things, she always reminded me that somewhere, beauty existed. She would tell me that life brought terrors, and we must learn to live with them. It was why she told me such things, so that I would not be as frightened when the horror visited in real life."
Content: Creepy scenerios, references to child abuse, alcoholism
May 20, 2023
Wright has written a masterpiece. Her best work yet! A thrilling gothic novel with three timelines of women in the chilling Moreau castle. I gobbled up this book!
November 29, 2023
4⭐️
Super chuffed with myself that I called this ending within the first 7/8 chapters! ☺️
Super chuffed with myself that I called this ending within the first 7/8 chapters! ☺️
May 7, 2023
A thoroughly enjoyable and creepy atmospheric read that will keep you up until late into the night to find out what happens, from the queen of Christian suspense Jaime Jo Wright.
With hints of Frankenstein and Phantom of the Opera hidden inside a creepy castle in the backwoods of Wisconsin, Jaimie Jo Wright paints a story of survival and hope.
Cleo is on the run from her past and gets an under the table job at Castle Moreau to help a playboy's grandmother get rid of the junk in her home. She is a Hoarder, who claims that "he" told her never to get rid of the collections. Who is he, and why are there strange disappearances of women dating back over a hundred years and linked to the castle?
I loved the story, and I loved questing along the way and trying to figure out what was going on. I did guess some things, but there were definitely some surprises as well along the way.
With hints of Frankenstein and Phantom of the Opera hidden inside a creepy castle in the backwoods of Wisconsin, Jaimie Jo Wright paints a story of survival and hope.
Cleo is on the run from her past and gets an under the table job at Castle Moreau to help a playboy's grandmother get rid of the junk in her home. She is a Hoarder, who claims that "he" told her never to get rid of the collections. Who is he, and why are there strange disappearances of women dating back over a hundred years and linked to the castle?
I loved the story, and I loved questing along the way and trying to figure out what was going on. I did guess some things, but there were definitely some surprises as well along the way.
April 4, 2023
Jaime Jo Wright surely knows how to tell a fascinating and suspenseful story. Told in three different time periods, we meet three women who all live in Castle Moreau. And each must deal with a pretty disturbing mystery. I was completely captivated. And the ending was a total surprise. Loved it. My thanks to the publisher for a copy of this book via the Net Galley platform.
October 2, 2023
Atmospheric. Suspenseful. Resonating exploration of grief abuse and real life struggles. A story set in a beautifully haunting fairy tale castle. But among the thorns, thistles and tragedy there is hope and faith in the Lord. It is attainable if only we possess our hearts and can be brave enough to receive and take refuge in him.
Highly recommend!
CW: abuse, assault, some intense situations
Highly recommend!
CW: abuse, assault, some intense situations
December 26, 2024
OVERALL STAR RATING: 5/5
CLEAN RATING: 5/5
Oh my…just…how can I write this review!? I’m speechless. I don't know how Jaime Jo Wright comes up with such spooky and unique storylines that leave me guessing and my jaw hanging open at the end every single time. This one was so well plotted out, I’m absolutely stunned. One of my main 2025 goals is to read through Jaime’s entire backlist. Eight more to go, not including a couple of new releases coming in the new year as well. If anything, I know that when I pick up one of her books, I’m guaranteed an awesome dual timeline story where suspense just builds and builds with each chapter. I think Castle Moreau is now tied with Withers Farm for my favorite.
A mysterious castle built in the early 1800s has been residence to many mysterious generations of the Tremblay and Moreau family. In 1870, Daisy Francois takes on a housekeeping position at the castle where a renowned, elderly gothic horror author lives. Mimicking this timeline, we follow Cleo Clemmons in the present day, who also finds herself at Castle Moreau helping another ageing member of this peculiar family. The way these two timelines kept intersecting and as a reader we continued to be able to connect the dots was quite riveting. I was glued to the pages as unexpected characters came into play and the stories of women who had VANISHED from the castle for decades upon decades came to light. Just when you think things couldn’t possibly get weirder, they do.
I can’t say too much because I don’t want to reveal the secrets of this beautiful work of fiction, but if you like gothic castle vibes, cold cases, elderly and eccentric FMCs, a touch of romance, and stories that are tied up with Biblical truths and messages of hope, this book is for you. The last 25% absolutely blew my mind and I was on the verge of tears. I can’t recommend this one enough and I’m so happy to have discovered Jaime’s work this past year.
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CLEAN RATING: 5/5
Oh my…just…how can I write this review!? I’m speechless. I don't know how Jaime Jo Wright comes up with such spooky and unique storylines that leave me guessing and my jaw hanging open at the end every single time. This one was so well plotted out, I’m absolutely stunned. One of my main 2025 goals is to read through Jaime’s entire backlist. Eight more to go, not including a couple of new releases coming in the new year as well. If anything, I know that when I pick up one of her books, I’m guaranteed an awesome dual timeline story where suspense just builds and builds with each chapter. I think Castle Moreau is now tied with Withers Farm for my favorite.
A mysterious castle built in the early 1800s has been residence to many mysterious generations of the Tremblay and Moreau family. In 1870, Daisy Francois takes on a housekeeping position at the castle where a renowned, elderly gothic horror author lives. Mimicking this timeline, we follow Cleo Clemmons in the present day, who also finds herself at Castle Moreau helping another ageing member of this peculiar family. The way these two timelines kept intersecting and as a reader we continued to be able to connect the dots was quite riveting. I was glued to the pages as unexpected characters came into play and the stories of women who had VANISHED from the castle for decades upon decades came to light. Just when you think things couldn’t possibly get weirder, they do.
I can’t say too much because I don’t want to reveal the secrets of this beautiful work of fiction, but if you like gothic castle vibes, cold cases, elderly and eccentric FMCs, a touch of romance, and stories that are tied up with Biblical truths and messages of hope, this book is for you. The last 25% absolutely blew my mind and I was on the verge of tears. I can’t recommend this one enough and I’m so happy to have discovered Jaime’s work this past year.
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February 1, 2023
“Women have been known to visit Castle Moreau…They do not return.”
“Beauty is found in walls of stone, beauty where love begins.”
“She was going to die. Here in Castle Moreau. And then she, too, would vanish.”
One of these days, I might read a Jaime Jo Wright book that disappoints…but today is not that day. The Vanishing at Castle Moreau is a gothic tale at its best. The atmosphere, the mystery, the creepiness: all done very well with great pacing. This book was part Jane Eyre, part Poe, part Netflix’s version of the Haunting of Hill House, and part A&E’s Hoarders. Strange combination? Yes! But it works.
As always, Wright does a fantastic job of complex characters that are flawed and realistic. And of course, there is her patented time slip of past and present that she weaves together perfectly. And oh yeah, and there is a creepy ghostly woman with a crooked hand wandering around a Midwest Castle 😱! There is some romance but not too much and never cringey. This one has a great mystery aspect that you will only figure out once you reach the final chapters. Very satisfying. Some moments might be a little far fetched, but I still loved every moment of it.
I received this book free from publisher Bethany House and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
“Beauty is found in walls of stone, beauty where love begins.”
“She was going to die. Here in Castle Moreau. And then she, too, would vanish.”
One of these days, I might read a Jaime Jo Wright book that disappoints…but today is not that day. The Vanishing at Castle Moreau is a gothic tale at its best. The atmosphere, the mystery, the creepiness: all done very well with great pacing. This book was part Jane Eyre, part Poe, part Netflix’s version of the Haunting of Hill House, and part A&E’s Hoarders. Strange combination? Yes! But it works.
As always, Wright does a fantastic job of complex characters that are flawed and realistic. And of course, there is her patented time slip of past and present that she weaves together perfectly. And oh yeah, and there is a creepy ghostly woman with a crooked hand wandering around a Midwest Castle 😱! There is some romance but not too much and never cringey. This one has a great mystery aspect that you will only figure out once you reach the final chapters. Very satisfying. Some moments might be a little far fetched, but I still loved every moment of it.
I received this book free from publisher Bethany House and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
June 16, 2024
Definitely one of my favorites by this author!
Again, we have a dual timeline mystery, but this one also has a third timeline in flashbacks. The mystery revolves around missing women and I LOVE the resolution of this mystery.
I preferred the contemporary timeline to the historic. I loved how the authors sense of humor shone through in these sections and I was shipping the relationship. While I enjoyed the Gothic flair in the historic timeline and the macabre authoress (JJW's alter ego?) I wasn't really on board for that relationship.... The male character in that timeline was honestly unnecessary.
Not too creepy, I didn't think, so if you're not into creepy you might like this one.
Again, we have a dual timeline mystery, but this one also has a third timeline in flashbacks. The mystery revolves around missing women and I LOVE the resolution of this mystery.
I preferred the contemporary timeline to the historic. I loved how the authors sense of humor shone through in these sections and I was shipping the relationship. While I enjoyed the Gothic flair in the historic timeline and the macabre authoress (JJW's alter ego?) I wasn't really on board for that relationship.... The male character in that timeline was honestly unnecessary.
Not too creepy, I didn't think, so if you're not into creepy you might like this one.
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April 6, 2023It's been a few months since I read this book. When I finished it, I wasn't sure what I thought about it. And honestly, thinking back on it, I'm still not sure.
I do feel it best to start this review with a disclaimer. This book contains multiple 'triggers' and I don't want to spoil anything that happens, but I am going to list the those in the content section below. I have included that in here because I know there are readers who will want to understand better if they are a good fit for this book or not.
What I Liked:
- Really loved Cleo and her timeline. I would actually get disappointed when we left her timeline because I was so invested in it!
- There are topics discussed here that I don't see often in CF. This was both a great thing (more exposure to real life) and a not so good thing for me personally (but more on that below).
- This was such an absorbing read! I started reading it could not put it down! I think it took me about 2 hours overall from start to finish.
- It's not as grisly as some of her other books.
- This has all the hallmark touches of JJW's unique writing style.
What I Didn't Enjoy:
- This is the first JJW book I've read where I didn't like the past timeline. I just got so disturbed and would skim through those parts.
- As I said, this book touches on topics I don't see very much in CF. That's a good thing! But it also really disturbed me (I keep saying that, but that's how I felt...)
- I'm speaking vaguely here but I didn't understand what one of the male characters saw in the female love interest.
Overall Thoughts:
I thought the story itself was very well done, and would be between a 4 - 4.5. My personal rating is 3 because I was quite disturbed. I've never read Jane Eyre but this book references it several times and it does give off the vibes of Jane Eyre (from my limited knowledge). I'm sad because this is the first JJW that I didn't enjoy, but I have half a book shelf full of hers that I do love so this isn't the author or anything; I just didn't love this particular book. I do think longtime fans of JJW will love this book!
*I received a copy of The Vanishing at Castle Moreau from the publisher via Netgalley. A positive opinion was not required. All opinions expressed are strictly my own.
Content Notes: ** WARNING - Potential Spoilers Ahead **
- triggers: domestic/familial abuse, child abuse, alcoholism/recovering alcoholic
- one character gets drunk
- some medical stuff that could upset those who are more squeamish
I do feel it best to start this review with a disclaimer. This book contains multiple 'triggers' and I don't want to spoil anything that happens, but I am going to list the those in the content section below. I have included that in here because I know there are readers who will want to understand better if they are a good fit for this book or not.
What I Liked:
- Really loved Cleo and her timeline. I would actually get disappointed when we left her timeline because I was so invested in it!
- There are topics discussed here that I don't see often in CF. This was both a great thing (more exposure to real life) and a not so good thing for me personally (but more on that below).
- This was such an absorbing read! I started reading it could not put it down! I think it took me about 2 hours overall from start to finish.
- It's not as grisly as some of her other books.
- This has all the hallmark touches of JJW's unique writing style.
What I Didn't Enjoy:
- This is the first JJW book I've read where I didn't like the past timeline. I just got so disturbed and would skim through those parts.
- As I said, this book touches on topics I don't see very much in CF. That's a good thing! But it also really disturbed me (I keep saying that, but that's how I felt...)
- I'm speaking vaguely here but I didn't understand what one of the male characters saw in the female love interest.
Overall Thoughts:
I thought the story itself was very well done, and would be between a 4 - 4.5. My personal rating is 3 because I was quite disturbed. I've never read Jane Eyre but this book references it several times and it does give off the vibes of Jane Eyre (from my limited knowledge). I'm sad because this is the first JJW that I didn't enjoy, but I have half a book shelf full of hers that I do love so this isn't the author or anything; I just didn't love this particular book. I do think longtime fans of JJW will love this book!
*I received a copy of The Vanishing at Castle Moreau from the publisher via Netgalley. A positive opinion was not required. All opinions expressed are strictly my own.
Content Notes: ** WARNING - Potential Spoilers Ahead **
- triggers: domestic/familial abuse, child abuse, alcoholism/recovering alcoholic
- one character gets drunk
- some medical stuff that could upset those who are more squeamish
May 4, 2023
If you like Gothic Romance and suspense, I think you should add The Vanishing at Castle Moreau to your TBR pile. Our author—Jaime Jo Wright—has written eight books that fit within the literary Gothic genre and has the talent to wring out a satisfying tale.
This book is set in Wisconsin: a common setting for her stories, and the state in which she resides. Her descriptions of the landscape are filled with her familiarity and admiration. Castle Moreau was built in 1800 within a dense forest. Its exterior is the perfect combination of stone and dark woods lending a sense of foreboding to those who encounter it. The locals know to avoid it, especially if you’re a young woman: they are the ones that disappear.
Gothic elements appear throughout the book. The castle is a place of unrest where unexpected sounds and visions occur. A curse and an entity are attached to it which comes from The Lady with the Crooked Hand. There are three young women in distress: one from 1801, another from 1870, and the last from the present. Lastly, we have romance with the rich, handsome, and perfect heir.
There are two critiques I have for the book. First, there is the overuse and repetition of formulaic and trite phrases that fall into the romance genre. I found myself losing my appreciation of the story because of this. Lastly, the pacing is slow. It often felt like nothing was happening; often there was no sense of suspense or fear. However, the last 50+ pages move beautifully. If there was more of this throughout the book, I think the story would be more engaging.
I would like to thank Library Thing and Bethany House Publishing Group for the opportunity to read and review this book. #BethanyHouse #BHPFiction
This book is set in Wisconsin: a common setting for her stories, and the state in which she resides. Her descriptions of the landscape are filled with her familiarity and admiration. Castle Moreau was built in 1800 within a dense forest. Its exterior is the perfect combination of stone and dark woods lending a sense of foreboding to those who encounter it. The locals know to avoid it, especially if you’re a young woman: they are the ones that disappear.
Gothic elements appear throughout the book. The castle is a place of unrest where unexpected sounds and visions occur. A curse and an entity are attached to it which comes from The Lady with the Crooked Hand. There are three young women in distress: one from 1801, another from 1870, and the last from the present. Lastly, we have romance with the rich, handsome, and perfect heir.
There are two critiques I have for the book. First, there is the overuse and repetition of formulaic and trite phrases that fall into the romance genre. I found myself losing my appreciation of the story because of this. Lastly, the pacing is slow. It often felt like nothing was happening; often there was no sense of suspense or fear. However, the last 50+ pages move beautifully. If there was more of this throughout the book, I think the story would be more engaging.
I would like to thank Library Thing and Bethany House Publishing Group for the opportunity to read and review this book. #BethanyHouse #BHPFiction
October 20, 2024
I went outside of my comfort zone to read a creepier story, and I questioned that decision multiple times throughout the reading. But the ending set everything to rights. It was lovely! I enjoyed the characters, the setting, the mystery, and the hope.
March 9, 2023
Jaime Jo Wright is the queen of creepy suspense! Every book she writes is so good. This kept me guessing until the very end, and the ending is one of my favorites from her yet.
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October 26, 2022from endorsement:
Jaime Jo Wright, a pioneer of Gothic Inspirational romance, is in her prime! Filled to the brim with atmospheric romance, The Vanishing at Castle Moreau is not only a chilling and resonant exploration of grief, love and abuse; but also a welcome piece of wonderfully-researched Americana. An all-too-real story underscored with fairytale motifs, readers will be spellbound until the last page.
Jaime Jo Wright, a pioneer of Gothic Inspirational romance, is in her prime! Filled to the brim with atmospheric romance, The Vanishing at Castle Moreau is not only a chilling and resonant exploration of grief, love and abuse; but also a welcome piece of wonderfully-researched Americana. An all-too-real story underscored with fairytale motifs, readers will be spellbound until the last page.
March 27, 2023
Absolutely loved this latest book from Jaime Jo Wright! Her thrilling gothic Christian romances are in a pioneering category all their own. She takes spooky, unexplainable bumps in the night & provides a faith filled message ultimately offering hope with relatable characters & swoony romance.
In two different centuries, two young women trying to escape their pasts end up at the Castle Moreau in midwestern Wisconsin. It’s a place filled with secrets where women enter but vanish into thin air.
In 1865, Daisy Francois accepts a housemaid position at the castle for a gothic, reclusive Edgar Allen Poe like authoress. There are certain rooms Daisy isn’t supposed to enter, but when she hears strange noises she can’t help herself. She discovers the proprietress’ mysterious, handsome grandson. But what secrets is he hiding? When several young woman go missing, Daisy must decide whether to solve the mystery or flee.
In modern times, Cleo Clemmons has secrets she’s running from. Determined to protect her sister, she changes her name & accepts a position at the creepy, old Castle Moreau helping an elderly woman with a hoarding problem. Her grandson is a famous gorgeous playboy prominently featured in the tabloids. But when Cleo mysteriously finds an old cassette tape giving clues to the disappearance of a woman who went missing near Castle Moreau, she discovers the past has a way of coming back and threatening the present.
I loved the premise of this book. Old castles are the perfect gothic setting. I loved both Daisy’s & Cleo’s stories. It was intriguing figuring out their pasts & why they came to Castle Moreau. I loved the romances in both time periods. Daisy and Lincoln both helped each other overcome their pasts as well as Cleo and Deacon. Both couples grew in faith and overcoming their difficulties and found new hope in their love.
The explanation for the vanishings was one I didn’t see coming. Definitely kept me guessing! There were some creepy moments that would have made me want to cringe and hide my eyes if this was a movie. It’s a haunting story with an ultimately happy ending, if you can survive the creepy Poe like vibes of the authoress & the ghost like woman with the crooked hand! Highly recommend to suspense and gothic mystery fans!
I received an advanced complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own and I was not required to provide a positive review.
In two different centuries, two young women trying to escape their pasts end up at the Castle Moreau in midwestern Wisconsin. It’s a place filled with secrets where women enter but vanish into thin air.
In 1865, Daisy Francois accepts a housemaid position at the castle for a gothic, reclusive Edgar Allen Poe like authoress. There are certain rooms Daisy isn’t supposed to enter, but when she hears strange noises she can’t help herself. She discovers the proprietress’ mysterious, handsome grandson. But what secrets is he hiding? When several young woman go missing, Daisy must decide whether to solve the mystery or flee.
In modern times, Cleo Clemmons has secrets she’s running from. Determined to protect her sister, she changes her name & accepts a position at the creepy, old Castle Moreau helping an elderly woman with a hoarding problem. Her grandson is a famous gorgeous playboy prominently featured in the tabloids. But when Cleo mysteriously finds an old cassette tape giving clues to the disappearance of a woman who went missing near Castle Moreau, she discovers the past has a way of coming back and threatening the present.
I loved the premise of this book. Old castles are the perfect gothic setting. I loved both Daisy’s & Cleo’s stories. It was intriguing figuring out their pasts & why they came to Castle Moreau. I loved the romances in both time periods. Daisy and Lincoln both helped each other overcome their pasts as well as Cleo and Deacon. Both couples grew in faith and overcoming their difficulties and found new hope in their love.
The explanation for the vanishings was one I didn’t see coming. Definitely kept me guessing! There were some creepy moments that would have made me want to cringe and hide my eyes if this was a movie. It’s a haunting story with an ultimately happy ending, if you can survive the creepy Poe like vibes of the authoress & the ghost like woman with the crooked hand! Highly recommend to suspense and gothic mystery fans!
I received an advanced complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own and I was not required to provide a positive review.
June 20, 2023
"Beauty is found in walls of stone, beauty where love begins"
Castle Moreau is a haunted creepy old manor. " Women have been known to visit Castle Moreau ...They do not return." A triple-timeline story with many mysterious twists and turns. Every timeline is suspenseful. All the 3 heroines are running from the past, they are dealing with some elements of emotional wounds, and you can feel their pain, their hopes, and also their horrors. I felt hopeless when I heard their stories, heartbreaking. so much sadness, but the ending was heartwarming.
Her descriptions were wonderfully written, the atmosphere was dark and creepy, and sense of not hope. The characters are well-defined, there are complex, and deeply flawed.
The spooks drew me in and kept me going. I loved the twists and couldn't wait to see what the big reveal would be at the end, just a little creepy but not much just enough, there are so many layers here, if you enjoy any type of gothic mystery tale, you will love this book. it's a clean read, with no foul language, there is some romance, but not too much. Overall, I did enjoy reading it, and the secrets behind the walls.
"I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own."
Castle Moreau is a haunted creepy old manor. " Women have been known to visit Castle Moreau ...They do not return." A triple-timeline story with many mysterious twists and turns. Every timeline is suspenseful. All the 3 heroines are running from the past, they are dealing with some elements of emotional wounds, and you can feel their pain, their hopes, and also their horrors. I felt hopeless when I heard their stories, heartbreaking. so much sadness, but the ending was heartwarming.
Her descriptions were wonderfully written, the atmosphere was dark and creepy, and sense of not hope. The characters are well-defined, there are complex, and deeply flawed.
The spooks drew me in and kept me going. I loved the twists and couldn't wait to see what the big reveal would be at the end, just a little creepy but not much just enough, there are so many layers here, if you enjoy any type of gothic mystery tale, you will love this book. it's a clean read, with no foul language, there is some romance, but not too much. Overall, I did enjoy reading it, and the secrets behind the walls.
"I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own."
March 31, 2023
I really enjoyed the multiple timelines and the way everything was tied together at the end. The mystery was intriguing and kept me guessing. There were interesting similarities between modern day Cleo who was hired to organize Castle Moreau, and Daisy who was hired in 1870 to work as a housemaid there. This was my first book by this author and for me the creepiness factor was seriously high with screams in the night, rattling doorknobs, a phantom lady, and a slew of missing women, but there’s a satisfying conclusion. It was definitely a page-turner!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. A positive review was not required and all opinions are my own.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. A positive review was not required and all opinions are my own.
December 14, 2024
Oh my gosh I am not going to cry 🥹🥹🥹. What a beautiful powerful and inspiring book. God Bless this author, I have thoroughly been touched. There is nothing too dark for God. Nothing hidden that God can’t uncover. Nothing trapped that God can’t free. Amen!
Go read this book, it is truly life changing and deep. Your heart won’t come out the same. 🫶
Go read this book, it is truly life changing and deep. Your heart won’t come out the same. 🫶
April 27, 2024
This is probably my least favourite JJW book as I wasn’t the biggest fan of the characters and found Cleo’s fixation on Deacon’s physical appearance very annoying, but the last several chapters were really good and I loved the resolution for both timelines. 3.5/5 stars
June 5, 2023
I loved it! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ —Can I give this ten stars?! Wow! Absolutely breathtaking! Reading a new Jaime Jo Wright novel is like opening a present on Christmas morning, one that never disappoints. And perhaps, one of her spookiest ones yet. Maybe I should have waited until Halloween! As much as I loved The Curse of Misty Wayfair, On the Cliffs of Foxglove Manor, and The Reckoning at Gossamer Pond, this is perhaps, her best novel yet!
Ms. Wright comes up with the most interesting and mysterious characters, which makes her books so great. In this case, the two characters are not even the main characters. Ora Moreau, famed 19th century Gothic authoress has deep secrets; Virgie Tremblay is a spunky, wealthy heiress and hoarder in her eighties keeping the same secrets after two hundred years… if she isn’t losing her mind. And, the castle itself is almost a character and has more secrets than anyone realizes! But all of it, the castle, the women, the secrets, pale before la femme fantôme—the Phantom Woman.
Truth be told, I guessed a major plot point early on, but it was just as much fun seeing if I was right in the end, and I was, but it in no way diminished the enjoyment of reading this novel. If anything, it only increased it, watching how Ms. Wright slowly unwound the story. The Vanishing at Castle Moreau is an outstanding bit of writing, and reads almost like a Gothic novel, even with a modern timeline thrown in. It has everything you want in a thriller/Gothic/paranormal/mystery/historical novel.
Ms. Wright comes up with the most interesting and mysterious characters, which makes her books so great. In this case, the two characters are not even the main characters. Ora Moreau, famed 19th century Gothic authoress has deep secrets; Virgie Tremblay is a spunky, wealthy heiress and hoarder in her eighties keeping the same secrets after two hundred years… if she isn’t losing her mind. And, the castle itself is almost a character and has more secrets than anyone realizes! But all of it, the castle, the women, the secrets, pale before la femme fantôme—the Phantom Woman.
Truth be told, I guessed a major plot point early on, but it was just as much fun seeing if I was right in the end, and I was, but it in no way diminished the enjoyment of reading this novel. If anything, it only increased it, watching how Ms. Wright slowly unwound the story. The Vanishing at Castle Moreau is an outstanding bit of writing, and reads almost like a Gothic novel, even with a modern timeline thrown in. It has everything you want in a thriller/Gothic/paranormal/mystery/historical novel.
April 6, 2023
I REALLY enjoyed Jaime's last book. It was just the right amount of spook, horror, christianity and romance.
The Vanishing at Castle Moreau is a tale of ominous castles, mystery, family legacy, self worth and second chances.
I think Jaime has a talent for keeping her readers engaged with characters that have heartfelt emotion while also weaving them around darker themes that will have you at the edge of your seat. There are multiple time lines and two POVs. I always tend to lean more into the past so I enjoyed Daisy's timeline best but each woman has her own journey to unlocking the mysteries and rumors surrounding the castle.
While this is a gothic tale this also has themes of starting over, not living in the past, and reaching out to those in need. If I have any critiques it would simply be that I wanted MORE ROMANCE. I just loved Lincoln and Daisy so much that I need novella from all that unlocked potential together.
All in all I love Jaimes book and can't wait to see what spooky redemption story she will write next.
The Vanishing at Castle Moreau is a tale of ominous castles, mystery, family legacy, self worth and second chances.
I think Jaime has a talent for keeping her readers engaged with characters that have heartfelt emotion while also weaving them around darker themes that will have you at the edge of your seat. There are multiple time lines and two POVs. I always tend to lean more into the past so I enjoyed Daisy's timeline best but each woman has her own journey to unlocking the mysteries and rumors surrounding the castle.
While this is a gothic tale this also has themes of starting over, not living in the past, and reaching out to those in need. If I have any critiques it would simply be that I wanted MORE ROMANCE. I just loved Lincoln and Daisy so much that I need novella from all that unlocked potential together.
All in all I love Jaimes book and can't wait to see what spooky redemption story she will write next.
October 11, 2023
PRAISES:
-I adored the creepy aspect of this book. The writing style felt unique and refreshing.
-Daisy's POV was interesting and kept me reading. (There are two POV's.)
-The atmosphere and setting was beautifully done. I felt truly immersed in the castle and all its haunted moments.
THOUGHTS:
The romance between Lincoln and Daisy had undeniable potential and I would have loved the entire book to only have her POV because their story felt like gold to me. In the end, It fizzed out, didn’t have much development and felt rushed.
I never grew to love Cleo. Her romance was also rather sudden and underwhelming. While i appreciated her struggles and background, she never grabbed my attention.
I wasn’t surprised by the ending which left me feeling neutral on the big reveal.
OVERALL:
This may be good for lovers of Christian fiction who want some spooky excitement in their reading, deeper topics explored and for those who don't mind if the romance isn't a focal point
-I adored the creepy aspect of this book. The writing style felt unique and refreshing.
-Daisy's POV was interesting and kept me reading. (There are two POV's.)
-The atmosphere and setting was beautifully done. I felt truly immersed in the castle and all its haunted moments.
THOUGHTS:
The romance between Lincoln and Daisy had undeniable potential and I would have loved the entire book to only have her POV because their story felt like gold to me. In the end, It fizzed out, didn’t have much development and felt rushed.
I never grew to love Cleo. Her romance was also rather sudden and underwhelming. While i appreciated her struggles and background, she never grabbed my attention.
I wasn’t surprised by the ending which left me feeling neutral on the big reveal.
OVERALL:
This may be good for lovers of Christian fiction who want some spooky excitement in their reading, deeper topics explored and for those who don't mind if the romance isn't a focal point
July 17, 2023
Terrifying and fascinating and beautiful.
September 19, 2023
Gripping, multilayered storyline that is like peeling the layers from an onion and seeing what is beneath. It is not what it appears and each assumption you make will not be right. This author has a gift for grabbing your attention from the beginning and immersing you into the lives of her characters. You will get the gothic feel with just enough creep factor but be left with hope. My heart was beating faster at some points. It’s hard to review without giving something away. Therefore I’ll just say it deserves to be read as it has superb characterization, plot, writing style, and I love being swept away to other time periods and seeing how it ties into the present day. I highly recommend.
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