The Secrets of Blackwell Crest

By: Helen Ashford

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Money can buy silence, but it can’t bury the truth forever.

It’s Los Angeles, 1922, where Rosa Murphy, a skilled nurse with a stubborn streak and a mixed heritage, accepts a temporary post at the mysterious Blackwell Crest estate to care for its ailing matriarch, Estelle Doherty. She expects long days of quiet duty. Instead, she finds herself in the middle of a family legacy steeped in corruption, betrayal, and dangerous secrets.

David Doherty—handsome, volatile, and heir to the Crudelot Oil fortune—has spent years squandering his life in parties and scandal. Now, with his health restored and his family’s empire on the brink of ruin, he’s determined to wrest control from his ruthless uncle and reclaim both the company and his future.

Drawn into David’s battle for power, Rosa uncovers the long-buried truth about his real mother, the scandals hidden in the family’s past, and the enemies willing to destroy them both. The closer she gets to the heart of Blackwell Crest, the more she must decide: is she willing to risk her own future—and her heart—for a man still learning how to fight for his?

Set against the opulence and grit of 1920s California, The Secrets of Blackwell Crest is a sweeping story of love, redemption, and the price of uncovering the truth. Perfect for readers of historical romance who crave family intrigue, emotional depth, and a slow-burn love story with a satisfying end.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS BOOK:

• Glamorous yet dangerous setting – The opulence of the Jazz Age meets the grit of backroom deals and buried sins.

• Strong, capable heroine – Rosa Murphy is no damsel; she’s a woman who knows her worth.

• Slow-burn romance – A simmering connection grows against the odds.

• Family secrets & betrayal – Power struggles and long-buried truths keep the pages turning.

If you enjoy authors like Kate Morton, Beatriz Williams, or Fiona Davis, you’ll love The Secrets of Blackwell Crest.