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    The Lost Heiress
    The Lost Heiress
    The Lost Heiress
    Audiobook15 hours

    The Lost Heiress

    Written by Roseanna M. White

    Narrated by Liz Pearce

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    Roseanna White Debuts Sparkling British Historical Romance Brook Eden has never known where she truly belongs. Though raised in the palace of Monaco, she's British by birth and was brought to the Grimaldis under suspicious circumstances as a babe. When Brook's friend Justin uncovers the fact that Brook is likely a missing heiress from Yorkshire, Brook leaves the sun of the Mediterranean to travel to the moors of the North Sea to the estate of her supposed family. The mystery of her mother's death haunts her, and though her father is quick to accept her, the rest of the family and the servants of Whitby Park are not. Only when Brook's life is threatened do they draw close-but their loyalty may come too late to save Brook from the same threat that led to tragedy for her mother. As heir to a dukedom, Justin is no stranger to balancing responsibilities. When the matters of his estate force him far from Brook, the distance between them reveals that what began as friendship has grown into something much more. But how can their very different loyalties and responsibilities ever come together? And then, for a second time, the heiress of Whitby Park is stolen away because of the very rare treasure in her possession-and this time only the servants of Whitby can save her.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherRecorded Books, Inc.
    Release dateSep 8, 2015
    ISBN9781490694641
    The Lost Heiress
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    Roseanna M. White

    Roseanna M. White (RoseannaMWhite.com) is a bestselling, Christy Award-winning author who has long claimed that words are the air she breathes. When not writing fiction, she's homeschooling, editing, designing book covers, and pretending her house will clean itself. Roseanna is the author of a slew of historical novels that span several continents and thousands of years. Spies and war and mayhem always seem to find their way into her books . . . . to offset her real life, which is blessedly ordinary.

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    • 4/5
      This the first book in the series. Enjoy reading them all!

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      My favorite genre! Historical mystery romance with no smut! Good read

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      Interesting plot. Great growth of main characters, who were well developed and very real. I felt like I had lost someone dear and laughed when I introspected enough to realize I was mourning that I had finished a book and wouldn’t be spending time with these characters again.
    • 5/5
      Outstanding narration! I enjoyed this audio book immensely, and felt absolutely privileged to hear it so exceptionally read! It felt like one of those BBC series, (one of the best), that are so fascinating and addictive, and was extremely difficult to pause for anything, including sleep! I enjoyed the details that made the era come alive, and learning a bit of history, too, with a great dash of romance, danger, and mystery. I rarely give a five star review, but this one deserves it. I fell into the story, and hope hope hope there's a sequel!

      Delighted to have found this author and will read or listen to every one of her books. This story is one that I'd love to have a hardcopy of.

      Clean story, absolutely no language or bedroom scenes, perhaps a trigger warning or two (quickly resolved) for women who have narrowly escaped rape. That said, this story contains beautiful examples of men and women caring for one another, people helping others through difficult times, familial tenderness, good role models, and the importance of a simple and open relationship with the Lord.

      A great story, well told. Highly recommended!
    • 5/5
      Absolutely loved this story :D
    • 3/5
      I’ve really liked half a dozen of White’s books, but I did not click with this one. And it wasn’t because I’m more interested in WWI than pre-war Upstairs Downstairs households.One of the things I enjoyed most about White’s other stories was watching a couple get to know each other, but that’s not really a feature here because they’re childhood friends. Moreover, this novel didn’t spend enough time on the things I considered most interesting, like Brook adjusting to life in England and building relationships with family she’s only just met, or Justin dealing with new responsibility and unexpected revelations involving his family.
    • 4/5
      Interesting time period!

      The setting of the story is around 1910/1911. There are trains and mentions of automobiles (such as the Rolls-Royce). It's an exciting time period because the suffregette movement is underway, it's getting close to World War I, and the British are living in the time of the Edwardian era. Brooke is a woman who grew up in a family that was not biologically her own. She is the long lost heiress of a British aristocrat. From a cultural perspective, I would think that it would be hard to fit in with her biological family and adapt to a new culture simultaneously. Her friend, Justin, is truly meant for her. He loves her, even though he has a tendency to be almost annoying. He means well. As for Pratt, I am not surprised that he went after Brooke. All in all, this was a decent book.
    • 4/5
      3.5 stars.

      This book.

      Having read and loved A Name Unknown by the same author, I was excited to delve into another book by this talented authoress! Unfortunately this one was a bit of a let down, compared to A Name Unknown.

      The characters were fantastic, if they did drive me a little crazy sometimes. ;) Brook was sweet, endearingly-stubborn, and so unique. I could relate to her character in a lot of ways. Justin was also SUPER sweet, and I spent pretty much the whole book feeling bad for the poor guy who just couldn't get a break. Whitby was PHENOMENAL! I love daddy characters like this one! He was such a sweetheart! <3 Lord Brice Worthing was also AMAZING. I am SO thankful White didn't turn this romance into a love triangle, which she could easily have done. Instead, Brice was a super sweet, protective, teasing, big brotherly, tell-you-how-it-is kind of character. Just phenom! I can't wait to read the sequel about him! His relationship with Brook, and with Justin was so fantastic. And Lord Pratt was a very villainous . . . villain.

      The story was incredibly crafted, and kept my interest from page one! One thing in particular I noticed was how much "set up" that happened in this book for the next two. It didn't feel like there was unwrapped up storylines, or loose ends, but yet looking back, I can see how things tie in with the next two books. The foreshadowing is great!

      White's writing style is beautiful, as I've come to expect. Simple enough, yet still so flowery and beautiful. It is also incredibly historically accurate, both dialogue and description. Kudos!

      The reason I docked 2 and a half stars off my rating was for three reasons, all personal, not necessarily bad writing quality, story or otherwise. One, I found myself incredibly annoyed at the MCs and the romance throughout sections of the book. I started skimming in some areas. Some people just really need to grow up and use the communicating skills God has given them. :P

      Secondly, the romance. I didn't care for how it was portrayed, though it did not seem overbearing and unnatural, it was a little too much for me personally. And I wish the emphasis was more on "heartcharacter attraction" versus physical attraction.

      Thirdly, the content. I grew very uncomfortable with the fairly frequent mentions of mistresses, forcing women, illegitimate births, as well as the semi-detailed kisses and the like. I'm okay with a few mentions of those issues, but they were to frequent and too casual for me. And I almost wish that the author had made it clear that that type of thing is NOT condoned. I didn't get the impression that it was condoned, but I wish it had been clear that it wasn't.

      All in all, I enjoyed this story, but there were a few issues that left me with a bit of a bad taste in my mouth. Recommended for ages 16-17 on up due to the above mentioned content reasons.
    • 4/5
      I don't normally gravitate towards Fiction set in the Edwardian Era- but what with the huge popularity of a certain TV series, it is becoming more popular in the Christian Fiction genre- and I did recently read another set a few years later.

      I was not sure what to expect- having read nothing by this author before, but I had heard goood thigs about this. Generally, I was satisfied, even when listening the to audiobook at work and reading the EPub at home. There is enough romance, family drama and intrigue to keep the reader interested, as well as a hint of mystery.

      My only complaints were that the mystery was perhaps drawn out too long- the characters could have acted on clues sooner- and a few mushy romance scenes (which get to me in any work). Also, in spite of some attempt to aviod them, I did notice the odd Americanism (the mention of 'pants' slipping in a couple of times, even though characters had used the approporate British-ism previous passages).
      Otherwise, though, the story was well researched as the author's note makes clear.

      Also, although I generally liked Brook, she could prove annoying, childish and pig-headed in places. Does a 'spirited and unconventional' woman always have to posess such traits- really?

      Overall though, it was a pleasurable and satisfying read- even though at 15 hours the audiobook is on the long side.
      I recieved my E-Pub version free from Bethany House via Netgalley for an honest review. I was not required to write a positive one and all opinions expressed are my own.
    • 5/5
      This is the first book in the Ladies of the Manor series. It is a great beginning to the series. I fell in love with Brook and Justin right from the beginning. Brook finds out that the woman who raised her was not her mother and Justin helps her to find her real father. She goes there to live and get to know her new family. There had been pretenders before her so she had a rough time at first. There is mystery and romance throughout this book. I really look forward to reading the second in the series. I received this book from Bookfun.org for a fair and honest opinion.
    • 4/5
      Thursday, December 31, 2015The Lost Heiress by Roseanna M. White, © 2015Ladies of the Manor series, Book OneSummary: “In 1910 Edwardian England, a British-born young heiress raised in the palace of Monaco comes to Yorkshire, where mystery and tragedy threaten her very existence”— Provided by publisher.My Review:Uncertain of her destiny, Elizabeth Brook Eden leaves her home at Prince Albert's at the Palais Princier, in Monaco, to travel by train to assume her title of Baroness of Berkeley, daughter of Ambrose Eden, the Earl of Whitby. Arriving at Whitby Park, she is greeted by the Earl, his sister, Lady Ramsey, her daughters, Lady Regan and Lady Melissa, and the staff in perfunctory courtesy out-of-doors awaiting her arrival. She is the fourth such arrival proclaiming to be the lost daughter.Rivalry awaits her as doubts surface, as well as chivalry between well-meaning admirers, or so it seems. One neighboring gentry (I refrain from calling him a gentleman, directly) is fine with being set aside, and puts his intentions on her ancestral-spurned cousin, assured that Brook is taking her place in line for inheritance.My very favorite is Brook's father ~ he is so kind and believing, wise and perceptive. He has been separated from Brook since the ill-timed death of his wife. Their appearance is so much of a likeness that he is certain of her identity beyond filling a gap in his life.Justin Wildon is steadfast and honorable, needing to put his duties before all else. Hoping that Brook will remain true to her feelings and not succumb to the attention of others, I applaud him in his decision-making that will wrap her in strength and endurance. They have known each other since her youth and she trusts him. He has given her free reign to be herself, nurturing her spontaneous talents and giftings that make her stand out as the true heroine.There is plenty of adventure in this story of who-do-you-trust? Because their lives are thrust together, it is not easy for newcomer Brook to decipher well-hidden intent in friendship; for information, foe, or trusted ally? Those closest to her bear watching, but that would be several as they have an open house with coming and goings. Her character is so real and transparent as she follows truth and alliances are genuine with her. I liked her adventuresome spirit and willingness to accept others until proven differently over time. Being placed in a new situation, her upbringing shows the care and affections given her in her primary years that cemented her trust. Her stability leaned toward Justin as someone who knew her and watched out for her. She has walked into something that has been a mystery before her, as relations strive to retain what they feel is theirs. Safety is sought in prayer. As you become acquainted with the characters entwined, you will have to decide for yourself whom you will trust for the outcome.*Thank you to Roseanna M. White and Bethany House Publishers for sending me a copy of The Lost Heiress for review. This review was written in my own words. No other compensation was received.***
    • 5/5
      Brooke has lived a simple life in Montr Carlo but has always longed for more. Her friend Justin, finds out something about her past that will change her forever. He announces that she a baroness . Her full name is Elizabeth Brook Eden, Baronness of Berkley. She needs to take a deep breath and absorb what she just heard. A baroness? What must she do now? Her father is eagerly awaiting to meet with her . Her adventure is about to begin, but is Brooke ready?She hasn't seen her father since her the accident in a carriage that left her motherless. Brooke was taken away and has been longing to find out where her parents were and who she really was. Now as she prepares for the reunion between herself and her father, she must have many questions and perhaps a few butterflies in her stomach. Upon her arrival her father is ecstatic to have his daughter home. But little dies Brooje know, there have been others who have tried to fool her father by saying they are his long lost daughter. Brooke's arrival casts doubt among some of the family and servants. Will she be able to convince everyone who she really is? When her friend Justin gets devastating news that his father has perished in a car accident , he must fulfill his duty. He finds himself in England preparing to be the Duke of Stafford. As Brooje snd Justin become closer, a relationship develops that Brooke has longed for. They enjoy each other's company and feel comfortable with their newfound attraction towards each other. The story is rich in history of the era and makes you feel as if you are there among the others watching royalty go about their daily lives. I loved the way the author describes the time period and brings a bit of mystery to the story. It is a lovely story with a bit of romance, intrigue and a book that is hard to put down. As danger surrounds Brooke once more, can anyone save her? Will Justin be her knight in shining armor? I received a copy of this book from The BookClub Network for an honest review.
    • 4/5
      THE LOST HEIRESS by Roseanna M WhiteLooking for a fun read with a bit of mystery and a gentle romance? Then this is just the book you want. Brook, brought up as the adopted daughter of the ruler of Monaco, may or may not be the lost heiress of an English fortune and title. Discovered at the site of a carriage accident that caused her mother’s death, she was brought up by the love interest of the man she called grandfather in Monaco’s castle. Her best friend, Justin, himself heir to a fortune and title, is convinced she is the long lost heiress of Whitby Park. Galloping horses rides, love interests, friends, enemies, and misunderstandings abound in this detailed Edwardian romance with a Christian side and a unifying mystery. You will find no sizzling love scenes and no coarse language. You will find an engaging mystery, a satisfying love story and a bit history in this exciting story.4 of 5 stars
    • 4/5
      The Lost Heiress was one of those books that had it all -romance, mystery, lies, drama, villains, etc... During the first few chapters, I was a little confused and had to keep referring to the character guide in the beginning of the book (thank goodness it was there with the explanations of all the different names and relationships) but soon enough I got acquainted with all the characters and the story began to flow smoothly for me. Usually my favorite aspect of any book turns out to be the romance, but this time it was the mystery that captured my undivided attention. I kept devouring pages in order to find out the whole story behind Brook's mom's death and who was implicated. The author did a fabulous job with all the details behind that, so for me, this was a completely plot driven book. This is not to say I didn't like the characters -Brook and Justin were both wonderful but their romance took so long to unfold that it sort of took a back seat for me. My favorite character from the whole book was actually Lord Worthing. I sincerely hope there is a book in the works where he is the main character. He was simply hilarious and I loved his charm and witty remarks. I was satisfied with the conclusion because all the secrets were ultimately revealed but I felt there were a few loose ends when it came to some of the secondary characters -like Lord Worthing or Lady Melissa, for example. Perhaps they will be addressed in future books of this series. Overall, a really interesting read! *I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*
    • 5/5
      The Lost Heiress is a historical fiction novel by Roseanna M. White. The story opens in Monte Carlo, Monaco in 1910. Brook Eden is admiring her British friend Justin's new Rolls-Royce. Even though he reluctantly agrees to teach her to drive, the news he brings her is much more important. Brook was raised by a woman named Collette who had connections to the Grimaldi family and when she died, Brook went to live in their palace. Before Collette died she admitted to Brook that when she was in York she had rescued Brook, an infant, after a carriage accident. Brook's mother died in the accident. Eighteen years later she knew nothing of her real parents. Now, Justin has returned from England with news that she might be the missing heiress from Yorkshire and that her father is alive. She and Justin travel to Yorkshire and their lives change forever. Even with her identity established, Brook's life is not picture perfect. What were the circumstances surrounding her mother's death and why was her dying request to Collette that she take Brook far away? Why did she not mention taking her baby to Brook's father? Then Brook's life is threatened, but why? More questions exist than answers. As if all this isn't enough, there is the matter of her relationship with Justin. She had accepted the fact that they were friends and she treasured his friendship. As Brook tries to adjust to her new life, it becomes obvious Justin wants to be more than a friend. Suddenly life is very complicated. This is a story about a search for identity which includes intrigue, danger and romance. The fictional world of the large cast of characters seems real. The pace builds slowly in this engrossing novel and the reader is captivated until the end. The author has crafted a beautifully told story. Highly recommended.I received this book free of charge from Bethany House Publishers and I give this review of my own free will.
    • 4/5
      Title: The Lost Heiress (Ladies of the Manor #1)Author: Roseanna M. WhitePages: 448Year: 2015Publisher: Bethany House PublishersThe time period for this story is 1910 and the place is Monaco to begin with and then moves to England. There is a lengthy cast of characters to follow, but the author provides a helpful list. The story takes place among the aristocracy of British society.Justin Wildon, Lord Harlow is a young, handsome man in his mid-twenties with a future title of duke awaiting him. He is best friends with Brook Eden and has been since she was five years old and he was twelve. He has taught her how to shoot a gun, ride astride instead of sidesaddle, and many other activities most upper class English people would consider unladylike. He has spent much of his time in Monaco as that is where his father has lived since leaving England years ago. He has just returned from a trip home to England where he discovered Brook’s true identity. As a baby she was found as a survivor of a carriage accident and taken by an actress to live in Monaco. The woman who she thought was her real mother has died recently and Brook has discovered that her supposed mother wasn’t her biological mother. She finds a letter that gives a clue as to the possible identity of her family and Justin agrees to investigate for her. What follows is a story of secrets, intrigue, deception, love and faith.I thought the first 75 pages or so were slow going, but after that the story picked up with more intrigue. So stick with it as the rest of the book will make the book definitely worth reading. There were also a lot of characters to try to keep track of who was related to whom. I really liked the Christian faith element lived out by Brook and Justin. I also liked the tone of their relationship to one another with one true to life aspect is their lack of or difficulty in communicating with each other. This is a good, clean and easy book to read. I look forward to the rest of the series!My rating is 4 stars.Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255. “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
    • 4/5
      The Lost Heiress by Roseanna M. White is a historical romance novel. It is 1910 in Monaco and Elizabeth Brook Eden is waiting for her friend, Justin Wildon. Brook (as she prefers to be called) is hoping Justin has news for her about her real family. Brook found out that the woman who raised her, Collette Sabatini, was not her biological mother (she found her). Justin has found her family and he is taking her to them in Yorkshire, England. Justin and Brook met when he was twelve and she was five years old. Justin taught Brook to do many things like riding astride, shooting, climbing trees. Brook has a fiery, independent personality. Brook is taken to England to meet her family. Her father is Lord Whitby and he recognizes her at once (she looks like her mother). There have been impersonators over the years, so not everyone is as welcoming. One person is Deirdre O’Malley. Deirdre is Irish and a maid in the household. She has a family to help support and has been feeding information to a nasty man named Lord Pratt (Lord Whitby has a sister and two nieces that also visit the house). Justin is forced to go away soon after delivering Brook to her new family (his father and grandfather pass away). Justin has fallen in love with Brook, but his estates need handling (money) before he can propose to Brook (he does not want Brook to think he wants her for her money). Brook adjusts quickly to life with her family in England. Then one day she is attacked. Someone wants Fire Eyes! What are fire eyes and why do they think Brook has it? Brook is not safe until they solve this mystery. It turns out that this mystery could have something to do with the death of Brook’s mother. Can they figure out the mystery and solve it in time? Will Justin be able to win Brook’s heart?I give The Lost Heiress 4 out of 5 stars. It is nicely written and very easy to read. The book is twice as long as normal novel, but you would never know it (it just flows so nicely and you get lost in the book). I easily read The Lost Heiress in a couple of hours. I have only given you a brief overview of the book. There is much more to it along with many more characters (sometimes it can be a little hard keeping everyone straight). I got a little tired of the lack of communication between Justin and Brook as well as her temper (she would get mad and walk away). Of course, Justin put up walls and would not share information with Brook. I found that very frustrating and distracting from the book. Otherwise, The Lost Heiress is a pleasure to read and I have a feeling that there will be another book soon (about Duke Worthing).I received a complimentary copy of The Lost Heiress from NetGalley and The Book Club Network Inc. (courtesy of the publisher) in exchange for an honest review. The review and opinions expressed are my own.
    • 3/5
      This isn't the typical genre of book I like to read, but I'm glad I gave it a chance. It's a Christian historical romance - set in 1910 - and follows the story of Brook Eden who may be the missing Whitby Park heiress (in England). At first I had trouble keeping track of all the characters - but that may have been because I kept picking the book up and putting it down.Once I committed to finishing the book, it was easy to follow and to recognize the good guys and the bad guys. It's a fun predictable story but that's okay. I enjoyed the drama, the intrigue, and the budding romance with Justin. It was a good read and if this is the type of book you like to read, then I think you'll like this one.
    • 5/5
      The Lost Heiress was a fun book. It was a little predictable, but I thoroughly enjoyed the read. The characters developed relationships that were based on friendships, not that I-fell-in-love-the-minute-I-saw-him/her stuff. The book is about an orphaned girl who finds her true home ... which didn't turn out to be a house. I really liked the secondary characters - look forward to seeing Brice's story in the next book. And I appreciated the main character's (Brook) sincerity and holding on to what she believed in spite of what the household or "friends" thought of her. I especially liked the relationship she developed with her father and his undaunted acceptance and care of her.
    • 4/5
      This novel will appeal to viewers of Downton Abbey and the like. It is told from more than one characters viewpoint. I didn't like Deirdre much but I secretly rooted for her to do the right thing. Brook is almost the exact opposite of my personality but that didn't stop me from admiring her and wanting everything to work out for her. It took me a while to read this but only because we had just moved to a new house when I received this and I needed to unpack while reading. I look forward to the subsequent novels in this series!
    • 4/5
      For fans of Downton Abbey and other "upstairs-downstairs" novels, this will be of interest. It included elements of romance, history,intrigue, and faith. The characters are interesting and well-developed. The plot moves along well. Period details add to the quality of the story.
    • 5/5
      Being raised like a princess in the palace of Monaco, a young British woman soon discovers that she is in fact a long lost heiress from Yorkshire. Suddenly elevated from an illegitimate child with no great position or family to becoming the Baroness of Berkley, Brook faces uncertainty and unforeseen circumstances that are shrouded in mystery and evenly laced with betrayal. Just as soon as Brook is beginning to get comfortable with her newfound family, old lies and buried secrets unfold before her.I really enjoyed The Lost Heiress, more than I thought I would. I had this idea that the story’s conflict would be about someone trying to disprove who she was and all that, but it wasn’t. Instead, there was something more interesting than that. And the love between her and the Duke was written so realistically. They argued and doubted one another multiple times, so it felt so great for everything to work itself out on its own without taking over the story.Brook was my favorite character, but I adored Deirdre as well. At first, I thought Deirdre was a little annoying, overly cautious, and deceitful. She grew on me, however, and I understood why she had to do as she did. But, oh, I do loathe Lady Catherine. The whole cast of characters are all very entertaining. While I’ve never watched Downton Abbey, this book would certainly appeal to that crowd and everyone else who enjoys reading the Edwardian era.
    • 4/5
      A very engaging novel. Any fan of Downton Abbey would appreciate this book. It has it all: lords and ladies, maids and butlers, suspense and intrigue, lost jewels...etc. Raised in the scandalous palace of Monaco, Brook Eden comes home to England to claim her rightful inheritance and the family she has never known. What she finds is a decades old vendetta against her family that she has unwittingly stepped into. The book begins a little slowly but definitely picks up speed as you read.Highly recommended!
    • 3/5
      Christian Historical romance with mystery and intrigue. A story about a young woman searching for who she is and where she belongs in this world. A search that brings both happiness and trouble. Story also includes a bit of upstairs downstairs style drama with minor "household" characters but one "downstairs" character does play a larger role as the young woman's maid. Faith comes into play in the book without being over done or unrealistic. A book book for anyone into historical romance and intrigue. I look forward to reading more by this author.