Masquerade at Middlecrest Abbey

A Regency Romance

By: Abigail Wilson

Narrated by: Laura Kirman

Length: 9 hrs and 34 mins

Publisher's summary

In this new Regency romance, a young unwed mother knows she must protect her heart from the charms of her convenient new husband, Lord Torrington. She is not, however, prepared to protect her life.

When the widowed Lord Torrington agreed to spy for the crown, he never planned to impersonate a highwayman, let alone rob the wrong carriage. Stranded on the road with an unconscious young woman, he is forced to propose marriage to protect his identity and her reputation, as well as his dangerous mission.

Trapped not only by her duty to her country, but also by her limited options as an unwed mother, Miss Elizabeth Cantrell and her infant son are whisked away to Middlecrest Abbey by none other than the elder brother of her son’s absent father. There she is met by Torrington’s beautiful grown daughters, a vicious murder, and an urgent hunt for the missing intelligence that could turn the war with France. Meanwhile she must convince everyone that her marriage is a genuine love match if her new husband has any hope of uncovering the enemy.

Determined to keep her son’s true identity a secret, Elizabeth will need to remain one step ahead of her fragile heart, her uncertain future, and the relentless fiend bent on her new family’s ruin.

Early Praise for Masquerade at Middlecrest Abbey:

“Murder is far from no one’s thoughts in this delicious new romantic mystery from Abigail Wilson. With scandal dodging every turn of the page, mystery hiding behind the visage of each character, and a romance brewing with an English rake of the worse - and best - sorts, readers will find nothing lacking! I was entranced, mesmerized, addlepated, and not a little bit bewildered as I wandered the halls of Middlecrest Abbey.” (Jaime Jo Wright, author of the Christy Award-winning novel The House on Foster Hill)

“From the very first page, I was enraptured! Masquerade at Middlecrest Abbey has intrigue, mystery, and suspense beautifully enhanced by the vulnerability revealed through memorable characters making this story impossible to put down. A must-read recommendation, this story is exactly what makes me love reading!” (Natalie Walters, author of the Harbored Secrets series)

“Suspicion shades the affluent grounds of Middlecrest Abbey in this riveting novel by Abigail Wilson. The artful balance of mystery and romance cleverly blends with the Gothic tones of Regency England. With exquisite prose and a layered plot, Masquerade at Middlecrest Abbey is a compelling story not to be missed.” (Rachel Scott McDaniel, award-winning author of Above the Fold)

Full-length Regency romance mystery (c. 90,000 words)

Perfect for fans of Sarah Ladd, Deanna Raybourn, Julie Klassen, Tasha Alexander, and Lauren Willig.

Also by Abigail Wilson:

• In the Shadow of Croft Towers
• Midnight on the River Grey
• The Vanishing at Loxby Manor (available January 2021)

Includes discussion questions for book clubs

©2020 Abigail Wilson (P)2020 Thomas Nelson

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This is such a good book. Most mysteries reveal themselves at the beginning. But this took so many twists and turns. I loved every minute of it and I wish there was a sequel. I’ve fallen in love with the family.

Good story. Could be a lot shorter.

This is the first Abigail Wilson novel and it was a pretty story. Could have been shorter but still good. When exactly did Elizabeth become an investigator? I really like the main characters. Great couple. I’d like to see this book become a series.

Never got bored!

Good mystery. Love story was subtle but sweet. Showed forgiveness in big ways and there was good complexity of characters.

Good listen

I enjoyed the book. It had a strong female lead, a bit of mystery, a bit of romance (though I did not feel the connection between the two leads), overall a lot of fun.
Narration was good for the female characters but I did not like the was the narration for the male voices particularly the lead. I almost stopped listening because of that but I am glad I stuck it out.

Enjoyed this book!

Couldn’t stop listening to this book! Very clean romance ,and I love the plot! Very good narration! I loved I voicing of the different characters!

Characters well written

The characters were well written and had me rooting for them or huddling at their villainy.

Excellent!!!

This story has it all with suspense, mystery, history, romance (clean), and interesting characters in an interesting setting!! The lead characters and some secondary were well developed, had emotional depth, and intelligence. Narrator adds to story with character differentiation, pleasant voices, and good pacing. Thank you Ms. Wilson and Ms. Kirman🎉😀❤️

Excellent!

Great story! Narrator was wonderful! Thrilling mystery right up until the end! I wish there had been a bit more progress on the romance front...lots of innuendo but very little kissing!

Absolutely wonderful

There are twists and turns and fantastic romance! A fantastic pleasure to “read”. Had to keep adding chores to do so I could finish the book.

Not disappointed!

I had high hopes for this one as I so enjoyed Abigail Wilson’s last book I listened to. Enough clues to keep you in the plot but enough mysteries to keep you guessing as well! I absolutely love the narrators voice and performance.