This story is an enchanting journey through three different time periods. I love these kind of time slip stories where we travel to faraway places. I love the historical concept of the story and especially the art world. I enjoy going to Art museums and gazing at the breathtaking displays of perfection.

It amazes me how an author can write a story of three different eras and weave them seamlessly into a best seller. The vivid descriptions of the destinations were easy to understand and made me want to learn more about them. Each woman in the story plays a part in connecting the dots and making the story mesmerizing. It is hard to say which character I liked more because each one had qualities that intrigues me.

Elizabeth was very gifted and I liked the mystery surrounding her father's death. Will she be able to identify him and bring him to justice? To witness such a tragedy must have left scars in Elizabeth's life and I liked how she never gave up.

Keira was a person I admired. I loved her keen eye for the arts and how precise she was in determining a fake. It must take a lot of studying and attention to detail for someone to be an expert. Her story had mystery and surprises and takes us to the very depth of the art world.

Amelia was a very caring person who opened her home for children who have been displaced. I did laugh when she is invaded by soldiers who take up residence at her home as well. It is a full house and leads to a story rich in history and trust.

Throughout each story in this book we can find one common thread. I won't say what it is because you the reader will have an adventure as you travel throughout history and see how gifted the author is in writing emotional, historical and memorable characters. I love how the author uses her research to make the story more realistic and give us a book that flows with ease. This is the last in the series and I think the best.

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.

"Don't be afraid. It's never about the end of the road, is it? It's about living and loving in the journey we take to get where we are. Right now. Right to this very moment."

Three time periods and three different women, each with their own distinct story, but all connected because of one location. Author Kristy Cambron has created a wonderful tale centered around Parham Hill Estate in England and she sets the stories in 1843, in 1944, and finally, in the present day. Each woman is very special and unique: in Victorian England Elizabeth Meade needed to solve her father's murder and Amelia Woods was dismayed that World War II soldiers had taken up residence at Parham Hill. She had created a haven there for the children affected by the war and the American soldiers were a daily reminder of how their lives had been changed by the fighting. In the present-day Keira Foley becomes involved with a painting that has played a role in the other two stories and she must prove her ability to recognize true art versus reproduction as she evaluates this painting at the manor. Three different women whose stories are connected by an English estate, a cottage, a library, and a painting of Queen Victoria.

There are so many emotions woven into The Painted Castle: defeat, sadness, triumph, and exhilarating happiness. We are given glimpses of three beautiful romances but most of all, we receive the ultimate message of love. We are reminded of the need for forgiveness and redemption and that we can all achieve it through Jesus Christ.

Cambron possesses an unique talent in writing time-split novels and I never felt lost or confused about which story I was reading. She drew me in, she made me a part of their lives, and she made me sorry when I had to say goodbye.

In the author's notes there are some of the historical facts that added so much reality and I highly recommend The Painted Castle to all who enjoy historical fiction and Christian romance.

I received a copy of this book through Celebrate Lit and Thomas Nelson via NetGalley. This review is voluntary and these thoughts are my own.

I read the first two books of this series and enjoyed them. Anything to do with old castles/manors and history and I'm game. This book did not disappoint. It wrapped up the storyline well. The characters are well written and I loved how she is able to connect all the storylines together. She does a great job of painting a picture of the places she is writing about. I highly recommend this book.

Cambron does an incredible job bringing this series to a close!
In present day Dublin, Kiera Foley has returned home from a venture in New York working on art history. Her career and relationship both fell apart at the hands of the family she hoped to join. Now working at the family pub, she has a patron that continually comes in every night, orders a pint of Guinness that he never drinks, and offers her a job proposal. Emory Scott, also disgraced from the art world, has found what appears to be a lost copy of a famous painting of Queen Victoria. This could be a tremendous find, but he needs Kiera to help authenticate the painting. As the pair begin to investigate the estate that the painting was discovered, they find information linking the painting to two other time periods. The stories that surround this painting begin to bring life back into the manor that was once forgotten.
Once again Kristy Cambon does a great job of weaving three stories that center around a common object, which is painting in this book. The present day time period centers on the youngest of the Foley siblings, who has been mentioned in previous books but not met until now. Kiera is young and has been recently hurt both emotionally and professionally. She returns home to heal and figure out a new direction for her life. Similarly, Amelia Woods, who is set in 1945 during the end of the second great war, has also been hurt emotionally by the death of her husband. But her hurt is much deeper than just his death. One hundred years prior, Elisabeth has been lied to her entire life and once she finally learns the truth, it shocks her to the core.
I’ve so enjoyed this series and am sad to see it end. Each story has centered around a strong female lead that isn’t looking for romance, but always manages to find it at just the time it is needed. I love the history that she weaves into each of the books. Readers will be able to tell that her passion is writing during the World War II era as it shines through each of the books. The previous books centered around a castle and this one centers around an English estate, but still has plenty of charm. I recommend this book to readers who love different history periods as well as great time slip reads.
I received a complimentary copy of this title from the publisher. The views and opinions expressed within are my own.

Description
A lost painting of Queen Victoria. When art historian Keira Foley is hired to authenticate a painting at a centuries-old East Suffolk manor, she hopes this is just the thing to get her career and life back on track. But from the time she arrives at Parham Hill Estate and begins working alongside rumored art thief Emory Scott, she’s left with far more questions than answers. Could this lost painting of Queen Victoria be a duplicate of the original Winterhalter masterpiece, and if so, who is the artist? As Keira begins to unravel the mystery behind the portrait, two women emerge from the estate’s forgotten past. In Victorian England, talented sketch artist Elizabeth Meade is engaged to Viscount Huxley, then owner of Parham Hill. However, Elizabeth’s real motive for being at Parham Hill has nothing to do with art or marriage. She’s determined to avenge her father’s brutal murder—even if it means a betrothal to the very man she believes committed the crime. A century later, Amelia Woods—a World War II widow who has turned Parham Hill and its beloved library into a boarding school for refugee children—receives military orders to house a troop of American pilots. She is determined the children in her care will remain untouched by the war, but the task is proving difficult with officers taking up every square inch of their world . . . and one in particular vying for a space in Amelia’s long-shut up heart.
Set in three time periods—the rapid change of Victorian England, the peak of England’s home-front tensions at the end of WWII, and modern day—The Painted Castle unfolds a story of heartache and hope and unlocks secrets lost for generations just waiting to be found.

My Review:
If you enjoy reading about castles and especially secrets, then The Painted Castle is the book for you.

As part of a trilogy, this third and final book is well written and interesting to read with three stories in one. it is easy to follow and solving the mystery of the painting definitely kept me intrigued until the very end.

I received this book free of charge in exchange for my honest opinion. If you enjoy Historical fiction books, then this is the book for you.

Well written dual time-line story following three different time periods. This book concludes the Lost Castle Trilogy but could also be read as a stand alone. It wasn't my favorite of the three, but in all fairness that could be due to me switching from audio to digital, it could also be due to my mind was tired from reading them in quick succession, following three different stories in each book. I may have enjoyed it more had I given myself a break. Neither of these reasons are due to the authors ability to create good story with strong characters and rich plot.

I was given the opportunity to read this book through NetGalley and the opinions stated here are expressly and entirely my own. Thank you to NetGalley as well as the publisher and author for this opportunity.

I was provided a free advanced copy of this from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
I really enjoyed this story, or should I say these stories!! I loved the intertwining of three stories throughout history around a single location. Getting little snippets of the other stories gave you clues and sometimes left you with more questions! Each story had great characters that I loved getting to know. My only complaint would be that some of the conflict came up and was resolved quickly at the end, making it feel rushed without giving enough details into how it was actually resolved. Even still I would definitely recommend, although (see note below) maybe start with the first book in the series. I know they've been added to my TBR list!
Also, you're in luck! Although I got it as an ARC, it's just recently been published, so you can now get it! 🎉
NOTE: After I requested (and received) this ARC by @kristycambron from @netgalley I realized it was the third in a series. However, I didn't feel like I missed anything! After finishing I read the synopsises of the other two and realized the connections, and now want to go back and read those, but I thoroughly enjoyed this one without having read the others.
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The Painted Castle by Kristy Cambron is so much more than just historical fiction. It is the brilliant weaving together of three separate stories into one. I am a huge fan of this author’s historical fiction because she researches thoroughly but historical facts never get in the way of the telling of a good story. This novel is amazing from beginning to end. Each story in the novel is full of deep emotion and relatable problems. The characters are each so interesting and feel so real. I absolutely adored this novel and I think it is the best in the series. I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher with no obligations. These opinions are entirely my own.

I really enjoyed this book mainly because it was three stories interweaved between time periods and people. The setting was a beautiful castle and an even more charming beekeeper’s cottage and town. The characters were well written and likable even when not popular. The book has romance, mystery, crime and war all wrapped up into one. It’s done really well! I recommend this one!

I did not realize this book was book #3 in a series. I haven’t read the prior two books and this one stood alone very well! I will for sure go back and read the prior two.

A Painted Castle by Kristy Cambron is one of the best books I’ve ever read. Cambron is the queen of time-slip storytelling. A Painted Castle tells the story of three very unique, very strong, and very capable women from three very different time periods: 1843, 1944, and present-day. Each story is expertly crafted, so much so they could be excellent standalone stories, but in Cambron’s hands, these three stories weave into one poignant and gripping tale that has definitely left its mark on this reader’s heart. I loved every single second of this novel. I smiled, I sobbed, I cheered. I cried out in frustration and I had my heart shattered. This book ran me through the gamut of emotions! OH! And, the romance!!! Superbly written. Not one relationship felt forced or fake or trite. A Painted Castle is truly an exquisite read.

A predominant theme that runs through each storyline is the power of redemption — how no one is ever too far gone to be redeemed and made new. Elizabeth, Amelia, and Keira all go through points in their respective stories where they feel like they can’t overcome. They do all eventually realize the truth, redemption is capable for everyone who goes to Jesus Christ — but what struck me about their redemption stories is that redemption does not happen until each woman STOPS and LISTENS. Knee-jerk, emotional reactions seem to be par for humanity. It is in these highly charged moments where we make the BIG mistakes and we often say the worst things. It is only after we have removed ourselves from the situation that we realize what we said or did, and can see our part in the situation for what it really was. At this moment, we are ready to listen — to the other person in our story, to our hearts, and to God. We can see where apologies need to be made and forgiveness given or received. When we pause and take stock, when we respect the others in our stories enough to really listen to them and be heard by them, we are at a place where we can separate the wheat from the chaff so to speak and get to a real place of redemption. I love this lesson so much, and I pray that the next time I’m in a situation that has made me a little hotheaded I remember to STOP and LISTEN.

A Painted Castle is a brilliant story that I could continue to gush over for days and days. The words in this review just are not good enough to convey how amazing this novel truly is. Suffice to say, it’s superb, it’s masterful, and it’s heartbreaking. A Painted Castle is a novel I will not soon forget. I implore you to purchase a copy for yourself today. You will not be disappointed that you did!

I received a review copy of this novel in eBook form from the author via NetGalley and Celebrate Lit. In no way has this influenced my review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.

Kristy Cambron gifts readers with her best castle book yet. Three couples through time are tied together by Parham Hill located in Framingham, England, and a painting.

I was so invested in each of these couples. Elizabeth, Amelia, and Kierra may live in different eras, struggle with different trials, and have different life experiences, but I rooted for each one of them.
The research and artistry are impeccable, and the prose is vibrant and moving. The Painted Castle is probably my favorite in the series.

Cambron even brings the Lost Castle novels full circle in the epilogue. Believe me, you will not regret diving into this newest release.

Disclosure statement:
I receive complimentary books from publishers, publicists, and/or authors, including NetGalley. I am not required to write positive reviews. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

A mysterious painting by an unknown artist turns up at Framlingham Castle Estate in East Suffolk County in England. Keira Foley is commissioned as an Art Historian to research the history of the painting. Keira’s research takes us back through history to the Parnham Hill Estate in Framlingham in the 1840’s and to the 1940’s during World War two when the castle was home to officers from the nearby airbase and small group of children evacuated during the war.
The novel tells the story of the different people living at the Parnham Hill Estate.
It is a romance about artists and art dealers. I loved the way the story was woven around the castle and Parnham Hill Estate and the lives of the people who loved there.

In The Painted Castle, art historian Keira Foley finds herself evaluating a painting of Queen Victoria at the ancient Parham Hill Estate. While Keira works on the portrait’s authenticity, the past comes to light in the story of Amelia Woods (a World War II widow) and sketch artist Elizabeth Meade (Victorian era). Each woman’s story tells of heartache and hope as their respective stories unfold. Is the portrait a duplicate or the original masterpiece? Will Elizabeth aveng her father’s brutal murder? Can Amelia open her heart to the American pilot billeted in her estate?

Cambron interweaves the three timelines with the skill of an experienced story weaver. Each could stand alone as a novella, yet they are interconnected. Set in Victorian England, modern day, and on the homefront at the end of World War II, the three stories are skillfully written to keep the readers engaged. Cambron creates engaging characters and pens descriptive narratives about artwork and castles, as well as historical detail for the 1840s and 1940s. Although The Painted Castle can be read as a standalone, the characters from the earlier books: Lost Castle and Castle on the Rise, make an appearance.

Recommended for adult collections in public libraries as well as church libraries. Cambron’s fans will enjoy this series.

I really enjoyed this book! I like stories that follow multiple time periods and then come together at the end. This one has 3 different time periods. 1843, 1944 and present day. All are centered an English manor in East Suffolk and the mystery behind a unique painting of Queen Victoria. I enjoyed all three timelines and looked forward to each jump in each chapter. The author did a great job of portraying each time period with Victorian age, WWII and present day. There is tragedy with each generation, but also redemption and a little bit of love as well. Clean read, and extremely enjoyable. Would recommend!


Thank you NetGalley for an ARC of this book for my honest review.

This is book 3, and I have not read the first two yet. I did snag book 1 on sale the other day though 📚😁I didn't feel lost, but I am sure the story is much richer when reading in order.


I think the trilogy is tied together by the contemporary thread, which is the one I connected with least. I really wanted to connect, and I did enjoy Kiera. I felt like I Should have connected more here, so I will happily go back to the beginning of the series and see if that changes my perspective.


I have read books with two time periods before but this is my first time reading one with three time periods. It was quite an adventure,and I really liked how each thread connected with the others and told the history of the Painted Castle.


From Elizabeth (1840s) I had a good reminder of the danger of focusing too intently on a cause, or even a wound. It can blind you to some really important things going on right in front of you.


Amelia's (1940s) courage and generosity, as well as her heartache, drew me in on many levels. She's someone I would really want to be friends with if we lived in the same time period. Or she weren't a Storybook character. (details, details)

*I received a copy of the book from @NetGalley and choose to review it here. All thoughts are my own.

Captivating. I’ve not often used that word in a book review, but it’s the first word that came to my mind as I finished this book. This book grabbed my heart and would not let go. It’s amazing how the author was able to take the same setting in three different time periods and bring the threads of all three stories to an amazing conclusion.

This is the last book in Kristy Cambron’s “Lost Castle” series and although I’ve enjoyed the first two books, this one is my favorite of the three. All three heroines hold their own in each one of their stories, and each of their stories has an element of redemption and hope. My favorite, however, was the WWII story of Amelia and Wyatt. The loss they had both experienced and the dangers they faced from the war made for compelling reading. Of all three couples, they were the one who made me actively hoping their story was going to have a happy ending. The author shared that she had a special connection with this storyline, as she incorporated some details of her grandfather’s service during WW II.

I think this quote sums up this whole series: “Look at the beautiful castle. It’s not lost anymore, is it.? That tells me that every story can be redeemed.” Full of faith, hope, and love, the author shares the viewpoint that redemption is there when we turn and seek for it.

You can read this book without having read the other two books and still enjoy it. However, I’d recommend the whole series. I’m a little sad that it’s finished, but happy to know that I can go back and read it again.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.

What an enthralling read! I feel as though I got the best of THREE worlds with this story—contemporary, WWII, and Victorian. Each setting had its own tone, largely thanks to the different dynamics between the main characters, but the story was bound together as a whole by Cambron’s beautifully weighted prose, rich characterisation, and the gradually unfolding mystery of the painting of Queen Victoria.

Each of the three settings held my attention equally. I loved the slightly Gothic feel to the Victorian setting as Lady Elizabeth Meade prepares to marry a man her mother has chosen for her—a man who has a sinister connection to Elizabeth’s past. Then there was the fiery beginning to Keira and Emory’s acquaintance, which mellowed into something altogether different, even as suspicions over Emory’s past cast a shadow over their efforts to discover the story behind the painting. And finally, the poignancy of Amelia and Wyatt’s story, set against the backdrop of WWII. So much delicious and varied emotional tension!

It could even be argued there’s a kind of literary chiaroscuro effect in the contrasts of this novel. Cambron’s love of art, her attention to visual detail, and her ability to capture beauty in so many different forms are light against the shadowed mystery of the painted castle, her hidden treasures, and the characters’ pasts. And there are castles! Don’t forget the castles, people!

It all adds up to a wonderfully satisfying read.

The Painted Castle by Kristy Cambron is the third A Lost Castle Novel. I was not aware of this when I picked up the book. It did not hinder my enjoyment of the story until I reached the epilogue which made references the earlier books. I thought the story contained good writing with thoughtful pacing. The Painted Castle moves back-and-forth between three time periods which are 1843, 1944 and present day. The characters are developed and suit each era. My favorite was Amelia Woods, a widow, who is running the estate and caring for children who need a safe haven during the war. Then a group of fly boys descend on the estate led by Captain Wyatt Stevens. I liked the inclusion of the story about the creators of Curious George. Kiera Foley has an impressive resume and is hired to authenticate a painting discovered in Parham Hall Estate. She is distrustful of Emory Scott, but the painting draws her in along with a charming beekeeper’s cottage that needs restoration. Elizabeth Meade saw her father murdered and she sketched a man who witnessed the event. She grows up determined to get justice for her father while raised under her mother’s domineering thumb. Eleanor Meade needs Elizabeth to marry well and Viscount Huxley who owns Parham Hall Estate is her choice. As Kiera researches the painting secrets of the past are revealed. The Painted Castle is an intriguing story, but it is hard to get engrossed in the story with all the back-and-forth. I wish there had been a better flow to this multi-faceted story. I enjoyed Kristy Cambron’s descriptive writing which brought the scenes alive for me. The romance is plagued with miscommunication and misunderstandings (our poor couples). The Painted Castle is a dramatic and intriguing tale with stolen artwork, protective brothers, a hidden library, a famed artist, a discovered painting, and a regal queen.

Kristy Cambron does it again! Every single one of these books in the Lost Castle Series has been so good!! This author has such a wonderful ability to create time slip novels that draw you in and cause you to forget about everything else in your life as you escape into the different time periods. Her research is impeccable and the setting from each scene is painted so vividly. I loved the characters in this book yet again and enjoyed reading about their growth and romance in the book. There is mystery as well that kept me guessing and reading to find out more. The writing flows so well and the plot is smooth even though it transitions between time periods. I love the connections that she makes with everything in the end too—something that I have come to really look forward to in her novels! I highly recommend this book and, truly, this whole series!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Thomas Nelson Fiction and Celebrate Lit Tours. Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

Kristy Cambron does it again! Every single one of these books in the Lost Castle Series has been so good!! This author has such a wonderful ability to create time slip novels that draw you in and cause you to forget about everything else in your life as you escape into the different time periods. Her research is impeccable and the setting from each scene is painted so vividly. I loved the characters in this book yet again and enjoyed reading about their growth and romance in the book. There is mystery as well that kept me guessing and reading to find out more. The writing flows so well and the plot is smooth even though it transitions between time periods. I love the connections that she makes with everything in the end too—something that I have come to really look forward to in her novels! I highly recommend this book and, truly, this whole series!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Thomas Nelson Fiction and Celebrate Lit Tours. Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.