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The House of Lost Wives

A spellbinding mystery of a house filled with secrets

Rebecca Hardy author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Headline Publishing Group

Published:13th Oct '22

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The truth lies in the walls of Ambletye Manor . . .

'Expertly researched, vividly drawn, and so much fun! Absolute delight of a book, with a quirky supernatural twist. Five fabulous stars from me' JENNI KEER

A thrilling regency tale - filled with mystery, romance and secrets - for fans of Eve Chase, Louise Douglas and Tracy Rees.


'Filled with mystery, the supernatural, friendship and romance. This was a story I found hard to put down as it was very gripping and had some twists and turns on the way'
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'I loved how this story unfolded and can't wait to read more from Rebecca!'
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'Oh my gosh this was incredible . . . I would wholeheartedly recommend . . . Definitely one of my favourite books this year, and an author I can't wait to read more from'

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'I really enjoyed reading this . . . a hidden gem that has a Gothic feel'

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Secrets. Lies. And four missing wives.

1813. Lizzie's beloved older sister Esme is sold in marriage to the aging Lord Blountford to settle their father's debts.

One year later, Esme is dead, and Lizzie is sent to take her place as Lord Blountford's next wife.

Arriving at Ambletye Manor, Lizzie uncovers a twisted web of secrets, not least that she is to be the fifth mistress of this house.

Marisa. Anne. Pansy. Esme.

What happened to the four wives who came before her?

In possession of a unique gift, only Lizzie can hear their stories, and try to find a way to save herself from sharing the same fate.

Loved The House of Lost Wives? Don't miss Jenny's story in The Merchant's Daughter!
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More reader praise for The House of Lost Wives!

'Wow, totally gripping, really enjoyable read'

'My first ever read by this author and honestly I can't wait to read more . . . unique, entertaining . . . Hardy's writing was phenomenal'read more...

ISBN: 9781472293527

Dimensions: 196mm x 128mm x 26mm

Weight: 245g

352 pages