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Masquerade at Middlecrest Abbey by Abigail Wilson Review

Hello Friends :)

How are you all doing?

I've been having a pretty decent week so far, and I'm excited to get to share another book review with you all today.

There's nothing I love more than talking books with other booklovers, so I'm definitely thankful for my blog and bookstagram, even more so now during the days of social distancing.

Last year, I had the pleasure of reading my first book by Abigail Wilson, Midnight on the River Grey, and I loved it. It completely blew my mind, and I loved how original the story was, and the sinister, gothic setting and writing style. You can check out my review here. 

With how much I loved that book, it's probably not a surprise to any of you that I was highly anticipating reading her next novel.

Today I'm here to share with you what I thought about it, and whether or not it lived up to my expectations.

Masquerade at Middlecrest Abbey by Abigail Wilson:



Source: Publisher via NetGalley

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Publication Date: May 26th, 2020

Genre: Christian Fiction/Historical Fiction



Synopsis:

When the widowed Lord Torrington agreed to spy for the crown, he never planned to impersonate a highwayman, let alone rob the wrong carriage. Stranded on the road with an unconscious young woman, he is forced to propose marriage to protect his identity, as well as his dangerous mission.

Trapped by not only the duty to her country but her limited options, Miss Elizabeth Cantrell and her illegitimate son are whisked away to Middlecrest Abbey by none other than the elder brother of her son’s absent father. She is met by Torrington’s beautiful grown daughters, a vicious murderer, and an urgent hunt for the missing intelligence that could turn the war with France. Afraid of what Lord Torrington might do if he learns of her son’s true identity, Elizabeth must remain one step ahead of her fragile heart, her uncertain future, and the relentless mystery person bent on her new family’s ruin.



(synopsis from goodreads)



My Review:

Masquerade at Middlecrest Abbey is the perfect book to curl up with on a stormy night with a cup of hot tea. Abigail Wilson is truly a storytelling genius, and this book had me hooked line and sinker right from the opening sentence. If you've never read a book by this amazingly talented lady, then you truly have no idea what you're missing.

This particular story is a regency historical fiction novel, but it's also so much more. It's a story of a mother's love for her young child that leads into a marriage of convenience. It's a story of a budding relationship between the young lady Miss Elizabeth and the infamous Lord Torrington. It's a story of spies, traitors, mystery and intrigue, and it's a story that will keep readers guessing around each and every corner.

Abigail Wilson's stories truly just keep getting better and better, and this particular read is definitely going to end up being one of my favorite reads of the year. I loved the way it's written in a sense that makes you suspect each and every character, and yet still has you reeling once everything is finally solved and revealed. I'd pieced together a small piece of the mystery, but the final ending and all the various twists and turns still had me completely mind blown. I had a hard time, honestly, not reading this in its entirety in one sitting as it was just that good, and I could barely bring myself to put it down. 

This is truly a rare type of read that can honestly appeal to a wide range of readers, and I can guarantee anybody who chooses to pick it up is going to love it. Abigail Wilson once again did not disappoint, and I can't wait to see what she has in store for her readers in the future.

Final Rating: 5/5.

Thanks so much to Thomas Nelson and NetGalley for allowing me to advance read this!

I received a complimentary advance reader copy of this novel to voluntarily read and review from the publisher (Thomas Nelson) via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I was not required to give a positive review. 

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