Join the Heartly family as they return to Thorncliff Manor for the holiday season where four sisters and four very handsome, very eligible bachelors, are about to enjoy a lively Christmastime filled with laughter and love. But aside from the covert matchmaking undertaken by the eccentric hostess, Lady Duncaster, the thrill of adventure is sweeping through the estate. Soon, all the guests will be entangled in a treasure hunt for a lost heirloom and secrets hidden for decades will rise to the surface as matters of the heart are finally revealed.
This was a decent read about four sisters. The sisters were decent enough. The guys they end up with, I had some issues with. I did have some issues with the overall book.
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A short and sweet holiday story from the author that made me smile as I read it. It was an enjoyable read and I wish it was a little longer.

* I received this ARC from NetGalley and the publisher for an honest review*

Imagine you are a parent who has seen three of your children settled, but still have four daughters unattached. Earlier in the year some sparks were noted between the girls and some eligible bachelors. Maybe they just need a little push!. So the lady of Thorncliff Manor, Lady Duncaster and Lady Oakland, the girls mother plot to get them attached during their annual Christmas visit. Having a treasure hidden somewhere in the manor provides a chance for the young ladies to spend time with their potential beaus while searching. One by one Laura, Rachel, Emily, and Fiona succumb to the gentlemen, although there are some issues. I generally prefer some intrigue and danger (the treasure hunt is not enough) in my reads, this was a nice read, especially if you enjoy romance for romance sake. This is the first book by Sophie Barnes I have read, and would read another as the opportunity arises.

Lady Duncaster is back to her matchmaking in CHRISTMAS AT THORNCLIFF. First off, what a lovely holiday read! I absolutely love the Heartly family and was ecstatic to see the other siblings make their own matches. Although I generally have a hard time getting into books about multiple character's romances, I greatly enjoyed this one. I even wish there had been just a little more to it, but all in all, it ended well. Heartly sisters: Fiona, Laura, Rachel and Emily are about to have the biggest adventure of their lives. Almost from the beginning the men have singled out their ladies. Each one is interested in marriage and without much encouragement is ready to do what must be done to win each lady's heart. Find out what happens in the last bittersweet installment of the SECRETS AT THORNCLIFF MANOR series.

This is the last story from Sophie's wonderful Thorncliff Series. The chance of finding a hidden treasure and the love of your life brings the ladies of the Heartly Family to Thorncliff Manor. The four remaining sisters and their parents have arrived at Thorncliff for a Christmas House Party. No one suspects that Lady Duncaster is playing matchmaker for the holidays. She invites four bachelor Lords who she thinks will make perfect husbands for the sisters. Include the possibility of finding a lost treasure and you have a wonderful holiday novella that will satisfy your craving for splendid Historical Romance. I love Sophie's writing and am sad that this is the end of the Thorncliff Series but she is one of my must reads authors and I will always be a fan.

I loved everything about this book! It was the perfect mix of romance and historical with a touch of mystery, and a Jane Austen reference! It's my first time reading this author and now I have to go back and read the rest of the titles in this series. Great read!

I am a fan of Sophie Barnes's books and I usually like her books. The lowest rating I have given her is 3 stars. So keep that in mind when you read this review.

Here is a thing you should know about me. I am really bad with names. I mean very bad and I am usually confused by all the titles and Christian names in a novel. The ladies are simpler creatures and I like that. Now, I imagine how a person like me felt when I realized that this book had four main couples! Yeah, you heard that correctly. 8 people got their happy ending in a book with 250 pages. I should have written their names down and who they are partnered with!

As you can understand it's impossible to write the perfect novel when you have so many characters. None of them was able to develop even a little because there was no space for it. I believe that if each couple had gotten a separate book each one would have received a higher rating from me. I liked 3 out of 4 couples and the fourth wasn't that bad, it just took them 'till the end of the book to get together for silly reasons. I have a feeling that this is the final book in the series and it would explain why the 4 sisters found their men in one book. I don't know how many secrets have been left at Thorncliff Manor, but if there is more, I will be happy to find them out.

The story could have been so much better if it wasn't for all these people. I keep saying that because it's my biggest problem when it comes to this book. I liked most of the characters and I enjoyed reading their point of views. All of them were very interesting and Rachel should have gotten her own book at least because of her not so usual for the time interests. I wanted to see her being courted more. To be fair though her man and the author did a great job with that couple.

In the end and despite my low rating, I would recommend the book with the warning to be prepared for all the people in the novel.

~Reviewed by Lisa~~

A treasure- four unmarried sister, 4 bachelors, manipulative parents and Christmas- what could be better?

Returning to Thorncliff Manor for the holidays was more than a simple Christmas celebration for Ladies Fiona, Emily, Laura and Rachel. I adored this story and the adventure. Each of the sisters brought a different perspective and texture to the story. The way Ms Barnes brought out their vulnerabilities and insecurities with heroes that also had their own was wonderfully played. The couples complimented each other giving and receiving strength to address and overcome the uncertainties with humor, grace, patience and love.

The underlying search for treasure added the needed drama to the story. It allowed for some wonderful unchaperoned private moments that lead to the HEA we all want to see. This story answered some questions from the Secrets at Thorncliff Manor series, but brought up many more leaving room for Ms. Barnes to continue to share the Secrets at Thorncliff Manor with us. Thank you for a lovely read.

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England - 1820

Fiona Heartly and her sisters Emily, Laura, and Rachel, are part of the group of people who have been invited to Thorncliff Manor for the holidays. Their hostess is the Dowager Countess of Duncaster. The guests include the Duke of Lamont; his cousin Viscount Belgrave; Edward Rothburn; and the Earl of Chadwick who is a friend of Fiona’s brother, Christopher, is also among the group. The Earl of Chadwick has a great sense of humor and makes Fiona laugh. They are still waiting for the Earl of Montsmouth to arrive.

It is believed that a treasure hidden within the Manor, has yet to be found. In order to help with the upkeep of the manor, Lady Doncaster opens the manor as an exclusive guest house in the summer.

The gentleman at the party decide that they are at the age to take a wife and each of them has their eye on one of the Heartly sisters. Rachel is of a scientific mind and has never been interested in marriage. However, when Arthur starts to court her, she takes right to it. Laura writes romance novels which consumes much of her time. The Duke of Lamont is quite taken with her and thus begins to court her. Even though he is attracted to her, he fears he may be too old for her. Charles, the Earl of Montsmouth, has told Emily that her artistic talent is wonderful and he would like for her to show some of her work. Fiona and the Earl of Chadwick have known one another since they were children but he fears she only thinks of him as a friend.

The story continues with the women chatting about the men and vice versa. The hunt for the treasure continues as well.

Here is my problem with series. As a person who reads and reviews a lot of books, it is difficult to maintain a photographic memory of all of the characters in a series and the basic plot. That leads to some frustration as I read a book like this because I find I struggle to remember who is who. However, I greatly admire Sophie Barnes and love her books. I hope we can safely say this is the last book in this series.

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Christmas at Thorncliff Manor is a delightful little sugarplum of a holiday romance.

It is also the final book in the Secrets at Thorncliff Manor series, and as such, it does its level best to both resolve the outstanding mysteries left from the first three books in the series and get the remaining Heartly daughters happily married before the final page.

I have not read the previous books in the series, and it looks like some absolutely fascinating things occurred during those books. Thorncliffe Manor is hiding a secret stash of valuables smuggled out of France during the Terror. And while those who betrayed the nobles who left that stash have been revealed and received their just desserts, the treasure trove itself has never discovered.

Not that several of the Heartly siblings, among others, have not spent a significant amount of time hunting for it.

Fiona is hoping to find her great-aunts jewel box. The Marquess of Montsmouth, an avid art collector, wants to find the paintings that are supposed to be included. They do not end up with each other.

But the remaining Heartly sisters, fun-loving Fiona, author Laura, artist Emily and scientist Rachel, do find their happily ever afters where they at least least expect them, among the wealthy, titled, and eligible men that their hostess Lady Duncaster has invited to spend the holidays at Thorncliff Manor.

The fun in this story is watching each of these singular sisters find someone who is just perfect for them. Even the scientific and mathematically inclined Rachel, who can prove with statistical certain that it is statistically impossible for her to ever meet the right man for her.

Instead, one after another the sisters find their matches, men who appreciate them as they are, and have no desire to attempt to mold them into what society expects them to be.

The sweetest story of all is Fiona’s. She is finally mature enough to see that the man who has been her playmate and protector is the only man she could ever possibly love. Even though trying for more has the potential to ruin the foundational friendship of both of their lives, it is too great a prize for them not to risk it all.

Finding the missing treasure is the icing on a very delicious cake of a holiday romance.

Escape Rating B+: If you’re looking for a sweet historical holiday romance, Christmas at Thorncliff Manor is an excellent choice. And I say that even though I have not read the rest of the series. It seems clear that there is more depth to the backstory if you’ve read them all, but this entry is surprisingly complete in itself, especially considering that the Heartly siblings have been hunting for that treasure from the very first book.

The holiday party setting also adds to the fun, and it provides the “glue” that makes these four separate romances stick together. It’s obvious to the reader, and to at least some of the participants, that someone is matchmaking in the background, and that everyone is more than willing to go along for the ride.

I did find Fiona and Chadwick’s romance to have the most depth. It does feel as if they are the primary couple in the story, and we see Fiona’s point of view more than her sisters. Their romance is in a classic trope. They have known each other forever, but Chadwick was her older brother’s friend. He has treated her like a little sister, but now she is 19 and he has finally realized that she is the woman he wants to marry. He has to figure out how to make her see him as something other than an older brother without scaring her off. And there’s a bit of a bittersweet touch because he knows this marks an ending no matter what happens. If she can’t see him as a romantic partner, he’ll need to step away from a family that has become a second home to him.

As I said at the very beginning, this one is a sugarplum, a sweet holiday treat, indeed.

Thank you to netgalley, the publisher and the author for the opportunity to read this book in return for my honest opinion.

I decided to take a chance on this book, as a Christmas story, it was lovely. It was kind of like watching a Christmas movie, it was a feel-good, easy-going read. I liked all the characters and I liked to see the interaction between them and overall solve the grand mystery of Thorncliff Manor. It was a very predictable story but that was okay because it really was such a nice book.. I don’t know if I’d read the other books in the Thorncliff series, but I really did enjoy this one.

Pause your holiday rush and read this bit of romance about 4 sisters about to get their happily-ever-afters. It is a bit short to fully develop all the couples but it was a most enjoyable romp through the manor, it’s tunnels, gallery, library and skating pond. There is a treasure to be found and everyone is looking and trying to solve the mystery. You need not have read the first three books to thoroughly enjoy this one.

I received this book free for review from the publisher.

Lord and Lady Oakland and their four unmarried daughters are invited to spend Christmas with Lady Duncaster. She’s quite the matchmaker she also invites four imminently eligible bachelors to spend Christmas there as well. They all become involved in a treasure hunt for a lost heirloom and secrets hidden for decades and along the way find their hearts desire and love. I loved the fun adventure they all share as they find their own happiness along the way as they solve the treasured lost heirloom.
This is my honest opinions after I voluntarily read a copy of this book that was provided to me with no requirements for a review.

I would definitely recommend reading books 1-3 in the series as the names and the abundant cast of characters were a bit overwhelming in the beginning. The dialogue felt a bit forced and unnatural for the time period but overall it was an entertaining story.

I was provided an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Christmas At Thorncliff Manor by Sophie Barnes is the Fourth book in the "Secrets at Thorncliff Manor". The Heartly family have been invited to Thorncliff Manor for a house party. The Heartly sister will meet four bachelors. Lady Duncaster is the hostess who has matchmaking in mind. But alone with couples falling in love there is a treasure hunt and some mystery going on.
This also has the Christmas Holiday theme so you have something for everyone in this joyful read!
Loved it!

This is a delightful read with a mystery, hidden doors, tunnels and rooms, missing treasure and four romances. I have not read the other books in this series, but that didn’t detract from enjoying this one – it just made me want to go back and read them! If you are a Regency purist, this book may set your teeth on edge because it does contain some anachronistic language, phraseology and social standards, etc. I am usually one of those purists and frankly, I just enjoyed the book!

Lady Duncaster is quite a matchmaker and she’s invited her good friends Lord and Lady Oakland along with their four remaining unmarried daughters to spend Christmas with her. She’s also invited four imminently eligible bachelors to spend Christmas there as well. She won’t interfere, but if they come to know and love each other while they are at Thorncliff Manor, that is a good thing. They know each other already, they just need to spend some time together.

Fiona Heartly is the youngest of the four sisters and doesn’t feel there is any hurry for her to marry. She’s sweet, refined, good-natured, witty and mischievous. She is also obsessed with finding her great-aunt’s jewelry box that she is sure is hidden somewhere at Thorncliff. Edward, Earl of Chadwick is a long-time friend of the Heartly family and he and Fiona have always been close despite their age difference. He has also fallen in love with her. Can she ever see him as anything other than a friend?

Emily Heartly always has a sketchbook in her hand, but she never lets anyone see her drawings. They are private and she just feels they are good enough for anyone to see. Will the Marquess of Montsmouth be able to convince her to show him her sketches? He is a renowned art lover and expert. Will he love her sketches? Will he love her?

Laura Heartly is a published author and a genuine romantic. The Duke of Lamont has two young wards who need a lady in their lives – but he deserves love too. Can they come together and love each other?

Rachel Heartly is a scientist, very smart, very focused and very practical. She’s so focused that she has no time to worry about social skills, hair styling or fashion. Viscount Belgrave is the cousin of the Duke of Lamont. He’s very kind, good natured and curious. He loves discussing science with Rachel. Can they find love with each other?

They all have quite an adventure on their way to love and happiness and along the way, they solve a decades-old mystery and find a treasure. This is a fun read.

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Publisher's Description:

More than love is in the air …

Join the Heartly family as they return to Thorncliff Manor for the holiday season where four sisters and four very handsome, very eligible bachelors, are about to enjoy a lively Christmastime filled with laughter and love. But aside from the covert matchmaking undertaken by the eccentric hostess, Lady Duncaster, the thrill of adventure is sweeping through the estate. Soon, all the guests will be entangled in a treasure hunt for a lost heirloom and secrets hidden for decades will rise to the surface as matters of the heart are finally revealed.

Will Fiona ever see the Earl of Chadwick as more than a friend? Will Emily find an unlikely love in the Marquess of Montsmouth? Can Laura recognize the man of her dreams in the Duke of Lamont? And is Viscount Belgrave able to open Rachel’s eyes to romance? The magic of Thorncliff is about to offer the last unmarried Heartly sisters a chance at their own happily-ever-afters. So sit back with a warm mug of cocoa and lose yourself in a Regency Christmas Romance…

My Thoughts:
I may have enjoyed this book more had I read the first three books in this series. As a standalone it does not work.
I did enjoy the read though but felt I would have liked it more with the background I was obviously missing.
How likely is it that all four sisters would find their own true loves at a Christmas house party with a covertly matchmaking hostess?
In this reader's opinion that is not very likely to occur. However the author seemed to have a need to end her series with this one last book.
We have four sister's left unmarried, Fiona, Laura, Emily, and Rachel. Each of them having their own unusual talents and who end up finding their Happily Ever After.
We have a treasure hunt for a lost heirloom and decades old secrets. There is a hodgepodge of different plots to follow.
Christmas at Thorncliff Manor is delightfully humorous at times and also has a background of mystery.
This book crams four stories into one volume that may have been better as four novellas.
I did enjoy most of this book. I gave it 4.25 of 5.0 stars for characterization. The actual storyline gets 4 of 5 stars
I usually combine these two ratings but found I could not do so for this book. The sensual rating for this title is 3 of 5 flames. Some of the couples show more intimacy than others but there are times that seem more of a forced intimacy than consensual
I received a complimentary digital ARC of this book from the publisher via NetGalley to read. This in no way affected my opinion of this title which I read and reviewed voluntarily.

A well written storyline that flows well, the characters are engaging and likeable. A treasure hunt and some matchmaking kept me entertained. A Christmas house party at Thorncliffe manor has love written all over it, will the young women, Fiona, Laura, Emily, and Rachel find more than the lost heirloom and decades old secrets with the men that have captured their hearts? Friends become more and new love blossoms this Christmas at Thorncliffe.
Sophie Barnes has the perfect Christmas read for you with Christmas at Thorncliffe Manor so pick it up and get cozy in your reading chair with a hot cup of tea, i highly recommend it.

I received a complimentary copy from the author and publisher via NetGalley for my honest unbiased opinion.

A nice ending to the series. This is a four for the price of one story. The treasure is still out there somewhere. I found it to be a bit slow but all in all a nice story to go with the Christmas season.

A amazing story that are well written. I like the storyline and plot. It made me laugh a lot sometimes. But it has also got passion, drama, emotional ups and downs. The twists are unsuspected. Characters are well described and develops nicely. Great chemistry and true to the timeperiod. A quick and romantic read. Four couples that has to find their HEA. Amazing read.

I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.