Parting the Veil

A Novel

By: Paulette Kennedy

Narrated by: Siiri Scott

Some houses hold secrets that are meant to be kept forever...

When Eliza Sullivan inherits an estate from a recently deceased aunt, she leaves behind a grievous and guilt-ridden past in New Orleans for rural England and a fresh start. Eliza arrives at her new home and finds herself falling for the mysterious lord of Havenwood, Malcolm Winfield. Despite the sinister rumors that surround him, Eliza is drawn to his melancholy charm and his crumbling, once-beautiful mansion. With enough love, she thinks, both man and manor could be repaired.

Not long into their marriage, Eliza fears that she should have listened to the locals. There’s something terribly wrong at Havenwood Manor: Forbidden rooms. Ghostly whispers in the shadows. Strangely guarded servants. And Malcolm’s threatening moods, as changeable as night and day.

As Eliza delves deeper into Malcolm’s troubling history, the dark secrets she unearths gain a frightening power. Has she married a man or a monster? For Eliza, uncovering the truth will either save her or destroy her.

©2021 by Paulette Kennedy. (P)2021 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

Critic reviews

“Well-written, the novel admirably recalls Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights and Henry James’s Portrait of a Lady.”—Historical Novel Society

“Complete with LGBTQIA+ inclusivity, the suspenseful story will delight fans of historical fiction, horror, and mystery with twist after twist after twist.”—Booklist

“If you love a gothic tale full of twists and turns and things that go bump in the night, Paulette Kennedy’s Parting the Veil is a not-to-be-missed treat. This debut is the perfect book to curl up with on a stormy night, but don’t expect to put it down easily. And don’t forget the Earl Grey and biscuits.”—Barbara Davis, bestselling author of The Last of the Moon Girls

Quite the Book!

I enjoyed this book, but as the story progressed, I started to get more confused. I didn’t fully understand what was happening with Malcom. Then trying to decide if what he was able to do and murder his family. Then she kept asking for the truth, and when he told it to her, she was flipping out. It was very dramatic at times, but also quite the mysterious and enjoyable

Enjoyable storyline

Very good with twist and turns. Definitely great narrated
voices. very good story and plot

Great!

Very good! Narrator was very good. Story with a twist kept my interest. Definitely will recommend to others.

Haunting

This story was beautifully read in audible by Siiri Scott! I loved Eliza and her strengths even though she was pregnant towards the end I was surprised she didn't miscarry after what she went through. The story of Ada and Bea was surprising. I loved it all and will read more books from Paulette Kennedy.

Amazing

I liked the whole ghost and mystery part of it and the ending was shocking g

Just okay for me

Story moved too slowly. A few too many storylines going on. Narrator did a good job, particularly on the Scottish accent.

Excellent Story, Incredible Narrator

This book was fantastic! But the real props here need to go to the incredible narrator! She flawlessly transitioned from a southern accent to a British one, then Scottish, and Irish, male, female....she did such an amazing job!

Slow but the Ending Makes it All Worth It

This would be hard to stick to If it weren't for the author's writing talents. The story is compelling and adventurous in the beginning, but there is a lull in the middle. However, there is a twist at the end that will blow your mind. Loved it.

Title is sort of misleading

Wasn't what I expected. From the title I thought maybe it had to do with the fae. But as far as ghosts, that was only a part of the story. Eliza and her sister move to England from New Orleans. she has a fortune to inherit but only if she marries soon. Will her mysterious neighbor be all that she hopes for? They are in love but his personality changes at the drop of a hat. His huge house is supposedly haunted, which Eliza experiences. very spooky.

I liked the book and it kept my interest but the whole part of her staying out of the south wing and other areas was too overdone. it got monotonous. I was so ready for it to be over. I listened to to audio and read some. if I'd only read it, I would've skipped ahead. if not for this being drug out, it would've been 5 stars. with that being said, I would still highly recommend it. it's different from anything I've read. certainly takes you back in time and helps you understand how things were for Women.

The narrator was superb! love it so much.

Gothic suspense and romance

Surprisingly suspenseful with just enough romance to not overtake the story. I look forward to more from this author.