Item: A Haunting at Havenwood
Rating: 5
Author: Gina

A Haunting at Havenwood by Sally Britton

A Haunting at Havenwood by Sally Britton
Series: Seasons of Change #6
Published by Independently on 09/30/2020
Genres: Fiction, Historical Fiction, Regency Romance, Romance
Format: eBook, Paperback
Pages: 224

Nothing will keep Louisa from searching for an ancient fortune. Except perhaps a phantom who turns out to be a most eligible bachelor.

When Louisa Banner's mother announces they are poor, she cannot help her misgivings when her mother sends her away to live with her great aunt in a tiny, Northumberland village. Louisa's aunt also happens to live near the ruins of an ancient castle. Although Louisa insists she is not the least bit superstitious, tales of lost treasure and ghosts intrigue her.

When Louisa stumbles upon a forgotten graveyard and a man whose name comes directly from a tombstone, she isn’t certain whether to run away in terror or stay and get to know the handsome spirit.

Erasmus Grey is cursed, and not only because he sometimes hears the voices of ghosts claiming to be his dead grandparents. While most men would count it a blessing to be a wealthy, eligible bachelor, Ras has no hope of finding a bride who will tolerate his stammer or his passion for writing Gothic novels.

Rather than succumb to the matchmaking mothers of London, he retreats to an old family estate at the behest of the ghostly voices. Though he manages to keep his presence in the country a secret, coming upon a lovely young woman during one of his rambles nearly undoes all his careful work. But when he realizes Miss Banner thinks him a ghost, Ras wonders if he might have found someone who truly understands him.

Treasures, castles, and ghosts combine in an autumn romance in a haunted wood.

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My thoughts on A Haunting at Havenwood by Sally Britton

A Haunting at Havenwood by Sally Britton is a charming, romantic story. It’s a quick yet satisfying read.

The witty dialogue between Ras and Louisa keeps the romance light and fun. When you add in lost treasure, two entertaining ghosts, and many minor characters to cheer or boo, you have a winning book.

The author explained that several of the homes, ruins, and areas used in the book are real. I would love to visit them all. The descriptive language places you in the woods, cemetery, and homes right along with the characters.

If you tend to look for deeper meaning in your stories, you will find plenty to ponder, such as the plight of females in the regency era. They lack independence, freedom, and opportunity. The story touches on the difficulty ordinary people face in an area where a harsh winter can put families in danger of starvation and ruin. None of this is in your face, but it’s nice to see it acknowledged, and our main characters strive to help the unfortunate.

I devoured the book in one sitting. It’s a wonderful escape from everyday life. I enjoyed every character in the book, the scheming arrogant neighbors, warm and loving Aunt Penrith, Bert and Sarah, and of course, Erasmus and Elizabeth. Even Louisa’s cold-hearted mother was well-written.

This page-turning romantic mystery is part of a stand-alone series titled Seasons of Change. I hope they are all as delightful as this book.

The sixth book in the Seasons of Change series, A Haunting at Havenwood is a stand-alone novel. Check out the other books in the multi-author series to discover stories about change and love.*

Book One: The Road Through Rushbury by Martha Keyes

Book Two: The Last Eligible Bachelor by Ashtyn Newbold

Book Three: A Forgiving Heart by Kasey Stockton

Book Four: A Well-Trained Lady by Jess Heileman

Book Five: The Cottage by Conistone Deborah M. Hathaway

Book Six: A Haunting at Havenwood by Sally Britton

Book Seven: His Disinclined Bride Jennie Goutet

*These books may be read in any order.

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A Haunting at Havenwood by Sally Britton

About Sally Britton

Sally Britton is sixth generation Texan, received her BA in English from Brigham Young University, and reads voraciously. She started her writing journey at the tender age of fourteen on an electric typewriter, and she's never looked back.

Sally lives in Texas with her husband, and four children. But in the year 2020, she will be exploring the United Kingdom, France, and Spain. She loves researching, hiking, and eating too much chocolate.