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To some, Thornhallow Hall might be tarnished by tales of vengeance and ghosts, but to new housekeeper Rebecca Merrickson it represents independence and peace from her tumultuous past. Until the estate’s owner, William Reid, the disappeared earl, unexpectedly returns… After clashing with him over the changes she’s made to the house, Rebecca slowly unearths the memories that haunt brooding Liam—and her defiance gives way to a shockingly improper attraction to her master!
Genre: historical romance
Publication date: July 2021
Mature content: yes
Review: The first part of this book is great. Although it is presented as some sort of gothic romance, there's really nothing gothic about it. Maybe a hint of suspense, some talk about ghosts and a partially haunted house (which never really never materialises in any way) and a bit of a tortuous romance.
The second part of the book disappointed me a bit. First, the way Rebecca describes her past life, in particular her experiences with men, didn't match the idea I had of her from the beginning - an honestly, at the time and place of the book I doubt a woman would discuss those things freely, particularly with someone in Liam's position. And second, the way Rebecca is persecuted by a man from her past makes little sense and, while it's important for the plot to unfold the way it does, it just lengthens and confuses the story a bit too much.
Overall, and despite the above, The Housekeeper of Thornhallow Hall is an interesting book, a lovely romance (even if not entirely original) and if you like the genre, you should give it a try.
Happy readings!
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