Their love was forbidden. But some passions echo through eternity.
London, 1664. Seventeen-year-old Elise de Lesseps wakes on the morning of her wedding, knowing her life is over. Sold into marriage to settle her father's gaming debts, she's bound to Lord Edward Asher--a man old enough to be her father and who harbors a twisted secret that will shatter her innocence forever. But when Elise meets James, Edward's illegitimate son, her life is transformed by something neither of them expected: a love so powerful, it will cost them everything...
Present day. Archaeologist Quinn Allenby has a secret: the ability to see into the past through touch. When she places her hands on a sapphire brooch found within an eerie 17th-century chest, she's plunged into a world of forbidden passion and deadly betrayal. But as Quinn delves deeper into the visions, her own life spirals into chaos as she realizes she's not just witnessing a love story, but a terrible crime she cannot let rest.
Separated by centuries, the two women are bound together by a haunting secret and an incredible gift. While Elise faces impossible choices between duty and desire, Quinn risks everything to uncover a truth that someone tried to bury forever...
A breathtaking story of family secrets, sacrifice and shocking betrayals, perfect for fans of Diana Gabaldon, Susanna Kearsley, and Barbara Erskine.
About the Author :
Irina Shapiro lives in New Jersey, and is the bestselling author of over 50 novels spanning six acclaimed series, including the Tate and Bell Mysteries, the Redmond and Haze Mysteries, and the Echoes from the Past series, as well as standalone psychological thrillers. Her gripping Victorian murder mysteries and emotional time-slip novels have captivated millions of readers worldwide, blending rich historical detail with suspense, romance, and a touch of the uncanny. When she's not crafting her next page-turner, she's researching forgotten scandals, exploring old cemeteries, or imagining what secrets might lie hidden behind crumbling walls.
Review :
"Hooked me from the prologue. I seriously couldn't stop reading. I stayed up through the night and into the next morning to find out what happened... Can't wait to read the whole series!" Reader review, 5 stars
"Captivating... unputdownable... I completed it in one day. If you enjoy romantic suspense and historical genre, this combo is definitely for you!" Reader review, 5 stars
"Gut-wrenching and spellbinding simultaneously. I enjoyed the seamless storylines with the modern-day events and 17th century love story. I literally could not put this one down!" Reader review, 5 stars
"From the very first page, I was drawn in and could not put this one down.
Would I spend my hard-earned cash on this book? Yes.
Would I recommend to friends & family? Yes!
Will I search out the next one? You bet, I'm addicted now.
Is this a Kindle Keeper (delete on pain of death)? Definitely." Reader review, 5 stars
"I loved this book so much that it was hard for me to put down and go to bed some nights. The characters came alive and jumped off the pages. I couldn't wait to find out what happened next." Reader review, 5 stars
"A captivating story... The characters felt real, and you were wanting the best for them... a book that will keep you up at night, reasoning 'just one more chapter'... My only complaint is that the book had to end." Reader review, 5 stars
