The Governess of Penwythe Hall

A governess must return to the Cornish coast amid the insidious rumors of murder that forced her away in this Regency romance. Set in the same time period as Poldark and Bridgerton, The Governess of Penwythe Hall is rich with family secrets, lingering danger, and the captivating allure of new love. Cornwall, England, 1811: Blamed for her husbands death, Cordelia Greythorne fled Cornwall and accepted a governess position to begin a new life. Years later her employers unexpected death and his last request for Delia to watch over his five children force her to reevaluate. She cant abandon the children now that theyve lost both parents, but their new guardian lives at the timeworn Penwythe Hall . . . back on the Cornish coast where shes been warned never to return. Bachelor Jac Twethewey is determined to revive Penwythe Halls once-flourishing apple orchards, and hell stop at nothing to see his struggling estate profitable again. He hasnt heard from his elder brother in years, so when his nieces, nephews, and their governess arrive unannounced, he battles both grief at his brothers death and bewilderment over this sudden responsibility. Jacs priorities shift as the children take up residence in the ancient halls, but their secretive governessand the sinister mysteries shrouding her pastmight be the end to both Jac and Delias carefully laid plans. Praise for The Governess of Penwythe Hall: Brimming with dangerous secrets, rich characters, and the hauntingly beautiful descriptions Sarah Ladd handles so well, 1800s Cornwall is brought vividly to life in this well-crafted tale that kept me glued to the pages. What a brilliant start to a new series!Abigail Wilson, author of Masquerade at Middlecrest Abbey Absolutely captivating! Once I started reading, I couldnt put down The Governess of Penwythe Hall. This blend of Jane Eyre, Jane Austen, and Jamaica Inn has it all. Intrigue. Danger. Poignant moments. And best of all a sweet, sweet love story. This is by far my favorite Sarah Ladd book. Dont hesitate to snatch up this title!Michelle Griep, Christy Awardwinning author Full-length Regency romance First book in the Cornwall novels (The Governess of Penwythe Hall, The Thief of Lanwyn Manor, and The Light at Wyndcliff), but can be read as a stand-alone story Book length: 94,000 words Includes discussion questions for book clubs