Secrets and Love Series
Written by Lauren Westwood
Narrated by Olivia Dowd and Laura Kirman
4.5/5
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About this series
Will the secrets of the past be the key to her future?
Alex Hart loves her job as manager of Mallow Court, an historic Elizabethan house. But the discovery of an antique jewelled locket and a long-buried secret changes everything...
From an old diary to a charismatic barrister, a mysterious clockmaker and the darkest hours of the London Blitz, Alex must follow a trail of clues to uncover the truth about her family and their wartime history. But someone is determined to stop her... Who can she really trust?
With her heart hanging in the balance, can Alex solve the mysteries of the past and find the secret to new love?
Readers love The House of Hidden Secrets:
'The perfect combination of mystery, romance and history!' Reader Review
'Good writing and an intriguing plot make this a book to curl up with.' Reader Review
'Had me enthralled from start to finish.' Reader Review
'A wonderfully written book with many twists and turns. I didn't want to put it down.' Reader Review
Please note: This book was previously published as Finding Secrets
Titles in the series (3)
- The House of Love and Dreams
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An old house, a secret heartbreak, a second chance at love. Lizzie Greene is about to lose everything when her husband suddenly dies and his debts come to light. To make ends meet she opens up her quirky old house to be used as a set for a film based on a bestselling romance novel. Her life and household are turned upside down when a whole cast of colourful characters enters her family's lives: from an enigmatic author, a handsome location scout, a brooding director, to a heart-throb leading man, never mind her now ex-mother-in-law camped out in her drive. As Lizzie delves deeper into the film's book, all is not as it seems... Will her desire to save her house and unravel the secrets of the past lead to new love, or to mortal danger? A must-read for summer - a heartwarming story of love and second chances. Perfect for the fans of Jane Costello and Lucy Dillon. What readers are saying: "An enchanting and engrossing read that I highly recommend and, if you have not yet read Lauren Westwood's books, then what on earth are you waiting for?" - Bookish Jottings. "A delightfully charming tale that is heartfelt and genuine and reminds us that good things can happen if you believe in yourself, stay open-minded, and be excited for whatever comes next" - What's Better Than Books? "A story full of twists and turns, captivating and absorbing. I loved it" - Sibzzreads. Lauren Westwood writes romantic women's fiction and is also an award-winning children's writer. Originally from California, she now lives in England in a pernickety old house built in 1602, with her partner and three daughters.
- The House of Second Chances: Discover a spellbinding historical mystery from Lauren Westwood for 2025
A page-turning historical mystery, perfect for readers of Eve Chase, Lulu Taylor and Rachel Burton. If you save a crumbling mansion, will it mend a broken heart? A month ago, Amy Wood had her perfect home, perfect boyfriend and perfect job in London. Now she’s broken-hearted, living in her parents’ tiny bungalow, and working in an estate agents in Bath. But Amy gets a new lease on life when she undertakes to sell Rosemont Hall, a crumbling Georgian mansion riddled with woodworm, dry rot – and secrets. Amy searches for the perfect owner to restore the house to its former glory, but time is running out for Rosemont Hall. As Amy clashes with unscrupulous property developers and the enigmatic heir to the house, she begins to uncover pieces of the past that some people would rather remain hidden. Can Amy unlock the secret of Rosemont Hall and find the keys to her own happy ending? Readers love The House of Second Chances: 'The mystery that runs through the novel really drew me in' Reader Review 'I loved reading this book. It had everything, humour, romance, heartbreak and above all a great story.' Reader Review 'Absolutely loved this book. I admit to a passion for old houses and restoration, so it was right up my street, but the writing hooked me from the first page. I didn't want the story to end' Reader Review 'If you love looking around stately homes and old houses and wondering about the secrets that they keep, you'll enjoy this.' Reader Review 'The mystery behind Rosemont Hall kept me turning the pages until the end.' Reader Review Please note: This book was previously published as Finding Home
- The House of Hidden Secrets: Uncover the mysteries of Mallow Court in an atmospheric read from Lauren Westwood for 2025
A spellbinding historical mystery, perfect for readers of Eve Chase, Lulu Taylor and Rachel Burton. Will the secrets of the past be the key to her future? Alex Hart loves her job as manager of Mallow Court, an historic Elizabethan house. But the discovery of an antique jewelled locket and a long-buried secret changes everything... From an old diary to a charismatic barrister, a mysterious clockmaker and the darkest hours of the London Blitz, Alex must follow a trail of clues to uncover the truth about her family and their wartime history. But someone is determined to stop her... Who can she really trust? With her heart hanging in the balance, can Alex solve the mysteries of the past and find the secret to new love? Readers love The House of Hidden Secrets: 'The perfect combination of mystery, romance and history!' Reader Review 'Good writing and an intriguing plot make this a book to curl up with.' Reader Review 'Had me enthralled from start to finish.' Reader Review 'A wonderfully written book with many twists and turns. I didn't want to put it down.' Reader Review Please note: This book was previously published as Finding Secrets
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