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kelly_inthe419 's review for:
Ashton Hall
by Lauren Belfer
It was an unexpected pleasure to read this historical fiction story about an American woman and her son who, while visiting an ill relative in England, uncover the skeleton of woman walled off in a small forgotten room. Who is she? Why is she in that room?
In the meantime, Hannah is sorting out her own troubled marriage, her ability to care for their challenging, son Nicky, and her growing attraction to forensic archeologist Matthew. These characters are so engaging and realistic. I loved getting to know all of them, including the mysterious woman Isabella who they've discovered.
Isabella's history, and the mystery surrounding her entombment, unfold gradually as Hannah begins work with researchers and scientists to trace papers and remnants found in the room. I was fascinated by the entire story and loved how individuals worked together to uncover secrets while pulling the reader deep into the story. I loved the gothic feel as well as Isabella's story that causes Hannah to reflect on her own life and future.
This is a wonderfully written, atmospheric story. I loved the author's notes at the end explaining how the story came to life and how she created Nicky's characters - a charismatic, neurodiverse character who defies stereotypes.
Highly recommend this for historical fiction fans looking for something new and fans of Tudor England amid religious turmoil for both Protestant and Catholic Christians alike. Thank you so much to author Lauren Belfer for my complimentary copy of this novel.
In the meantime, Hannah is sorting out her own troubled marriage, her ability to care for their challenging, son Nicky, and her growing attraction to forensic archeologist Matthew. These characters are so engaging and realistic. I loved getting to know all of them, including the mysterious woman Isabella who they've discovered.
Isabella's history, and the mystery surrounding her entombment, unfold gradually as Hannah begins work with researchers and scientists to trace papers and remnants found in the room. I was fascinated by the entire story and loved how individuals worked together to uncover secrets while pulling the reader deep into the story. I loved the gothic feel as well as Isabella's story that causes Hannah to reflect on her own life and future.
This is a wonderfully written, atmospheric story. I loved the author's notes at the end explaining how the story came to life and how she created Nicky's characters - a charismatic, neurodiverse character who defies stereotypes.
Highly recommend this for historical fiction fans looking for something new and fans of Tudor England amid religious turmoil for both Protestant and Catholic Christians alike. Thank you so much to author Lauren Belfer for my complimentary copy of this novel.