Regency Secrets – serie

'Who can resist a smart, resourceful and independent Regency heroine? Prepare to fall head over heels' Good Housekeeping 'Told with zip and humour…most enjoyable' Historical Novel Society'The Regency as we've never seen it before!' Emma Orchard, author of A Duke of One's Own 1812 Deep below the hills of the Buckinghamshire countryside, the infamous Hellfire Caves house a pleasure palace for the idle rich – a secret society steeped in satanism, opium and debauchery of the highest order.When the club’s warden, Antony Pennington, is brutally murdered, his bastard sister, Dora, must follow the clues to decode who the killer is, aided by an unexpected ally – ex-Army officer, former opium addict and son of a Viscount, Dr Jacob Sandys.As a shadow dogs their every footstep, Dora and Jacob find themselves in the midst of a shocking conspiracy, caught between the legendary Illuminati and the Hell Fire Club. With time running out, they must fight against both the most influential gentleman of the ton – and the undeniable attraction they feel towards each other…Readers can't get enough of The Persephone Code:‘I won't lie, I picked this book up because of the cover – absolutely stunning…it was a perfect read’ ★★★★★‘This book was so good, I couldn't put it down’ ★★★★★‘Simply delicious! This book is absolutely glorious…in the midst of a lot of Regency retellings, it stands out … There is a wry wit throughout which balances beautifully with the dark themes’ ★★★★★‘This book is absolutely fantastic!!! I was so caught up in reading it that I missed lunch, and it was past time to start dinner. Only the rumbling of my stomach made me put it down for a quick meal, after which I resumed my reading’ ★★★★★‘Starts with a bang, never really pauses for breath, and has two main protagonists who are instantly likeable and easy to cheer for!’ ★★★★‘A roller-coaster ride with plenty of twists’ ★★★★‘What a compelling read! I found it a captivating, dynamic and enthralling book that kept me glued to the pages from beginning to end’ ★★★★‘The writing of this book was exquisite … I was hanging on to every last word’ ★★★★

'A twisting, well-paced whodunit alongside the central couple’s scandalous unmarried-yet-living-together relationship. If it were a TV series it might be called ‘Decorum and Sass’. I’d watch it.' Historical Novel Society 'Exceptionally written … another riveting read filled with wit, wisdom and wonder. An unforgettable regency mystery that sparkles with originality' Cindy L. Spear ★★★★★ 1812 The Lake District Despite their attempts to keep their forbidden romance away from the disapproving eyes of society, Dr Jacob Sandys and his lover, the actress Dora Fitz-Pennington, find themselves drawn into the scandals of the British elite once more when William Wordsworth’s prized notebook of unpublished poems goes missing.When news arrives of a disturbing murder in London – a body pulled from the Thames with a shepherd’s crook wedged in the victim’s mouth – Dora and Jacob are compelled to investigate.What links a poet's stolen treasure to a high-society murder? And will Dora and Jacob's love weather the storm, or will dark secrets doom their happiness?Readers love The Wordsworth Key:★★★★★'Once again Julia Golding delivers a first class, intelligent, layered, unforgettable regency mystery that sparkles with originality'★★★★★ 'If you're a fan of books that blend mystery with a bit of history and plenty of heart, this is a must-read!★★★★★' Dora and Jacob have quickly become one of my favorite sleuthing couples'★★★★★'Another brilliant, enthralling mystery following Dora and Jacob. I adored the witty romantic scenes and I hope to read more from this series'★★★★★'From the first page, I was HOOKED and I barely put the book down while I read it'★★★★★'Gentle Readers, this story is a delight'★★★★★'This series is becoming a guilty pleasure for me. Can't wait for more'

'Who can resist a smart, resourceful and independent Regency heroine? Prepare to fall head over heels' Good Housekeeping 'Told with zip and humour…most enjoyable' Historical Novel Society'The Regency as we've never seen it before!' Emma Orchard, author of A Duke of One's Own 1812 Deep below the hills of the Buckinghamshire countryside, the infamous Hellfire Caves house a pleasure palace for the idle rich – a secret society steeped in satanism, opium and debauchery of the highest order.When the club’s warden, Antony Pennington, is brutally murdered, his bastard sister, Dora, must follow the clues to decode who the killer is, aided by an unexpected ally – ex-Army officer, former opium addict and son of a Viscount, Dr Jacob Sandys.As a shadow dogs their every footstep, Dora and Jacob find themselves in the midst of a shocking conspiracy, caught between the legendary Illuminati and the Hell Fire Club. With time running out, they must fight against both the most influential gentleman of the ton – and the undeniable attraction they feel towards each other…Readers can't get enough of The Persephone Code:‘I won't lie, I picked this book up because of the cover – absolutely stunning…it was a perfect read’ ★★★★★‘This book was so good, I couldn't put it down’ ★★★★★‘Simply delicious! This book is absolutely glorious…in the midst of a lot of Regency retellings, it stands out … There is a wry wit throughout which balances beautifully with the dark themes’ ★★★★★‘This book is absolutely fantastic!!! I was so caught up in reading it that I missed lunch, and it was past time to start dinner. Only the rumbling of my stomach made me put it down for a quick meal, after which I resumed my reading’ ★★★★★‘Starts with a bang, never really pauses for breath, and has two main protagonists who are instantly likeable and easy to cheer for!’ ★★★★‘A roller-coaster ride with plenty of twists’ ★★★★‘What a compelling read! I found it a captivating, dynamic and enthralling book that kept me glued to the pages from beginning to end’ ★★★★‘The writing of this book was exquisite … I was hanging on to every last word’ ★★★★

'Who can resist a smart, resourceful and independent Regency heroine? Prepare to fall head over heels' Good Housekeeping 'A rip-roaring, helter-skelter adventure careening breathlessly through Regency society… An uproarious delight ' Historical Novel Society 1812 Lord Elgin’s Greek marbles are the talk of London society, so when a death threat arrives, the earl hires actress Dora Fitz-Pennington and the honourable Dr Jacob Sandys to investigate. They plunge into the scandals of society’s most eminent members, from the Byron circle to the secret world of collectors.As danger lurks around London’s every corner, in the most exclusive ballrooms and the roughest taverns, Dora and Jacob will face not only what has been left unsaid simmering between them but the threat of silent assassins, traitorous acquaintances and the darkest of secrets…Praise for Julia Golding‘I won't lie, I picked this book up because of the cover – absolutely stunning…it was a perfect read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This book was so good, I couldn't put it down’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Simply delicious! This book is absolutely glorious…in the midst of a lot of Regency retellings, it stands out … There is a wry wit throughout which balances beautifully with the dark themes’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This book is absolutely fantastic!!! I was so caught up in reading it that I missed lunch, and it was past time to start dinner. Only the rumbling of my stomach made me put it down for a quick meal, after which I resumed my reading’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Starts with a bang, never really pauses for breath, and has two main protagonists who are instantly likeable and easy to cheer for!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A roller-coaster ride with plenty of twists’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐‘What a compelling read! I found it a captivating, dynamic and enthralling book that kept me glued to the pages from beginning to end’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐‘The writing of this book was exquisite … I was hanging on to every last word’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Who can resist a smart, resourceful and independent Regency heroine? Prepare to fall head over heels' Good Housekeeping 'A rip-roaring, helter-skelter adventure careening breathlessly through Regency society… An uproarious delight ' Historical Novel Society 1812 Lord Elgin’s Greek marbles are the talk of London society, so when a death threat arrives, the earl hires actress Dora Fitz-Pennington and the honourable Dr Jacob Sandys to investigate. They plunge into the scandals of society’s most eminent members, from the Byron circle to the secret world of collectors.As danger lurks around London’s every corner, in the most exclusive ballrooms and the roughest taverns, Dora and Jacob will face not only what has been left unsaid simmering between them but the threat of silent assassins, traitorous acquaintances and the darkest of secrets…Praise for Julia Golding‘I won't lie, I picked this book up because of the cover – absolutely stunning…it was a perfect read’ ★★★★★‘This book was so good, I couldn't put it down’ ★★★★★‘Simply delicious! This book is absolutely glorious…in the midst of a lot of Regency retellings, it stands out … There is a wry wit throughout which balances beautifully with the dark themes’ ★★★★★‘This book is absolutely fantastic!!! I was so caught up in reading it that I missed lunch, and it was past time to start dinner. Only the rumbling of my stomach made me put it down for a quick meal, after which I resumed my reading’ ★★★★★‘Starts with a bang, never really pauses for breath, and has two main protagonists who are instantly likeable and easy to cheer for!’ ★★★★‘A roller-coaster ride with plenty of twists’ ★★★★‘What a compelling read! I found it a captivating, dynamic and enthralling book that kept me glued to the pages from beginning to end’ ★★★★‘The writing of this book was exquisite … I was hanging on to every last word’ ★★★★

'A twisting, well-paced whodunit alongside the central couple’s scandalous unmarried-yet-living-together relationship. If it were a TV series it might be called ‘Decorum and Sass’. I’d watch it.' Historical Novel Society 'Exceptionally written … another riveting read filled with wit, wisdom and wonder. An unforgettable regency mystery that sparkles with originality' Cindy L. Spear ★★★★★ 1812 The Lake District Despite their attempts to keep their forbidden romance away from the disapproving eyes of society, Dr Jacob Sandys and his lover, the actress Dora Fitz-Pennington, find themselves drawn into the scandals of the British elite once more when William Wordsworth’s prized notebook of unpublished poems goes missing.When news arrives of a disturbing murder in London – a body pulled from the Thames with a shepherd’s crook wedged in the victim’s mouth – Dora and Jacob are compelled to investigate.What links a poet's stolen treasure to a high-society murder? And will Dora and Jacob's love weather the storm, or will dark secrets doom their happiness?Readers love The Wordsworth Key:★★★★★'Once again Julia Golding delivers a first class, intelligent, layered, unforgettable regency mystery that sparkles with originality'★★★★★ 'If you're a fan of books that blend mystery with a bit of history and plenty of heart, this is a must-read!★★★★★' Dora and Jacob have quickly become one of my favorite sleuthing couples'★★★★★'Another brilliant, enthralling mystery following Dora and Jacob. I adored the witty romantic scenes and I hope to read more from this series'★★★★★'From the first page, I was HOOKED and I barely put the book down while I read it'★★★★★'Gentle Readers, this story is a delight'★★★★★'This series is becoming a guilty pleasure for me. Can't wait for more'

'Who can resist a smart, resourceful and independent Regency heroine? Prepare to fall head over heels' Good Housekeeping1812 LondonUp-and-coming novelist Jane Austen joins forces with London's most esteemed investigative duo – the infamous Dora Fitz-Pennington and disgraced son of a Viscount, Jacob Sandys – to solve the brutal murder of a French count and his opera singer wife. The killer took his own life immediately after the crime – but who sent him and why?As they find themselves swept up in London's shadowy underworld, can Dora and Jacob uncover the truth without jeopardising national security, and with the promises they made to each other still intact? And will their unique love story end up in the pages of one of Austen’s novels?'One of the best historical mysteries of the year. I loved it!' Vanessa Kelly, bestselling author of The Emma Knightley Mysteries'A rip-roaring, helter-skelter adventure careening breathlessly through Regency society … an uproarious delight' Historical Novel SocietyReaders adore The Austen Intrigue:'Golding’s deft touch and clear affection for Austen’s voice make this a genuinely clever, witty piece of historical fiction' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐This series has just been such a delight to read … I'll be clamoring for the next book!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Golding’s prose has just the right amount of Austen charm … The dialogue sparkles, the setting feels spot-on … I didn’t want to put it down.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A delightful, gripping and intense mystery that I absolutely loved' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The perfect cozy mystery to curl up with on a rainy Sunday afternoon. It’s charming, clever, and just twisty enough to keep you turning the pages' ⭐⭐⭐⭐'A clever and engaging historical mystery that keeps readers guessing. I thought this was so quaint and cosy. I loved this!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐'Wonderfully entertaining just like every book in this series has been! Such great characters and wonderful writing' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐