Whispers at Painswick Court

By: Julie Klassen

Narrated by: Elizabeth Jasicki

She expected her return to Painswick would bring memories of the past—not danger and romance.

Anne Loveday, a surgeon's daughter, is determined to live a single, useful life. To escape her matchmaking stepmother, she accepts an invitation from an old friend to return to Painswick, the place where she and her sister spent many happy summers until that last, fateful year.

Soon after arriving, Anne is asked to serve as sickroom nurse to Lady Celia, who forbade her nephew to marry Anne's sister years before. Pushing aside resentments, Anne moves into Painswick Court, a shadowy old house rumored to be haunted. Also in residence are Lady Celia's spinster daughter, her handsome adult nephews, and a secretive new lady's maid. Two local doctors visit regularly as well, one of whom admires Anne while concealing secrets of his own.

As an escalating series of mishaps befalls her patient, Anne realizes someone is trying to kill the woman. But who? When Anne finds herself a suspect and her resolution to avoid romance challenged, can she discover the real culprit—and protect her heart—before it's too late?

Agatha Christie meets Jane Austen in this compelling Regency-era novel laced with intrigue, love, and English village charm for fans of historical romance and whodunit mysteries.

©2025 Julie Klassen (P)2025 Recorded Books

Another fantastic Julie Klassen novel!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! Mystery, romance, "ghost" stories and more! Such a great story!

Beautifully written!

I’m so happy to have listened to this wonderful audiobook. I was transported! So happy to know of Julie Klassen’s wonderful books. In these troubling times, her books are a welcome respite and a pleasant reminder to remain civil, noble and true, no matter what happens. I’m inspired to have more patience with difficult people and to believe that in the end, all will work our just as it’s supposed to.

Anything by Julie Klassen is a GREAT read!!

I enjoyed it from start to finish as all others. I will reread her books as they are all very good. I definitely recommend!

Mystery, romance, and relationships

Great character development and captivating story. I loved Anne”s character and the relationship that developed between her and Lady Celia. The historical context the author added at the end was also interesting.

Well written regency gothic story

This book kept me on my toes, full of history, great characters, suspense and plot twists. Just when you think you know “who done it”, the author keeps you guessing. I gasped out loud several times. So good. Romance is a part of the storyline, although almost a subplot. I loved the little community of painswick and almost wish the author would keep the storylines going. For now, their futures are tucked away in my imagination! Highly recommend