This book has a Jane Eyre feel. Maggie, who has isolated herself in the house at the end of the moor, is hiding a secret. When her maid stumbles across a man injured and takes him into their home.
I was hooked from the very beginning. The characters of Maggie and Oliver are intriguing, strong, and God-fearing. Their quest for justice, drove them into an exciting adventure. The twists and turns kept me turning the pages, and their growing affection for one another was sweet and alluring. This was a clean Christian romance adventure. Although there were some cruelty and violence (beatings) they were not so gruesome to offend, but added to the depth of the story. I would recommend this book. It has so many facets of genres, romance, adventure, history, Christian values and forgiveness. I would also recommend this author for her other books. I received this book from the publisher through net galley for an honest review.

Awesome! Loved every moment of it. From the start, readers will be thrust into the storyline and the heart pounding action doesnt stop- even when you think it will, Griep throws a curve at you. At first I thought the character of Maggie/Daisy a bit prudish for one so young but then you find out what she's gone through and you understand her reasons, however for me, she didnt convince me of one being an opera star- perhaps part of the ensemble, or even one that would sing a solo but not a star. And with Oliver we find out snippets here and there but I thought there needed to be more backstory to him.
Overall however, I thoroughly enjoyed this novel. Michelle Griep's writing style and use of imagery is just superb. This is an action, suspense, mystery and sweet gentle romance book, all the while maintaining a Christian outlook.
My thank you to the publisher for allowing me to read an advance copy .

I really enjoyed this book. I have enjoyed several books by this author, and they keep getting better! This one stuck with me for several days after I read it. I enjoyed the characters and the setting. Definitely one for the keeper shelf!

I received a copy of this book in order to facilitate my review. I was not obligated to leave a positive response, and all opinions are my own.

I thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful book by Michelle Griep. She has a gift for bringing historical characters to life and I always part with her cast of characters sorrowfully, as with dear friends.
The setting for the story may seem off-putting to some, but life is not always sunshine and beauty. The foggy bogs and dreary Moor simply add to the mystery and were reminiscent of Bronte and Dickens classics.
Maggie Lee and Oliver Ward are both on the run from separate enemies. They join forces to right a wrong and find their own respective freedom.
The author does a brilliant job of dealing with heavy issues such as family relationships, misunderstandings, infidelity and death. She weaves a beautiful story of redemption and victory over our enemies-even the Enemy of our souls. One specific scene had me crying so hard I’m surprised my husband didn’t wake up. It resonated within me because I have walked that same path.
Humor. Suspense. Intrigue. Redemption. Romance.
This story has it all!
Grab a cup of coffee or tea and get cozy. Once you start reading, you won’t be able to put it down.

The House at the End of the Moor
by Michelle Griep
Oh, the intrigue! Hunted by their past Oliver and Maggie Lee are on the run.
When Maggie’s housemaid discovers Oliver a breath away from death near the house Maggie opens her home for him to mend. Little does Maggie realize Oliver's presence has exposed her to the very thing she is running from. Her secluded hideaway is no longer a safe haven but a trap. Together they run to find justice and free themselves from their past.
I thought this was a very fun book to read. It was well written and easy to follow making it hard to put down. If you’re looking for some adventure and romance in one this is a book to check out.
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I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Five stars!! What a great story! I didn’t want to put it down. The theme of finding justice permeated the story. An opera singer hiding out in the house at the end of the moor meets an escaped convict and the story begins. Griep crafts a superb tale of forgiveness, redemption and mercy. You’ll be glad you spent the time reading this one.

A Victorian gothic adventure featuring prisoners, thieves, opera singers, moors, slums, forgiveness and redemption. The quality storytelling is everything I’ve come to expect from author Michelle Griep, and I thoroughly enjoyed every page.

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What a fantastic story!
I enjoyed almost everything about this story and was pulled right into the moors of Dartmoor and the exciting city of Bath. The descriptions of landscape and city life are beautifully illustrated making it easy for the reader to immerse themselves into the setting.
The connections between characters are creative, and the revelations of those connections are timed perfectly. The hero and heroine recognize each other, but only in vague terms until after a few days together circumstances force them to confront their true identities.
The antagonists are truly despicable characters. One gets a redemptive story which played out rather strangely, but it seemed to work (once the reader understood how he had become what he was).
Secondary characters play an essential role throughout the entire novel. They each are likable and show how time, circumstances, and God’s mercy can change people.
This is definitely a romance, but I found it was more focused on the plot and when it did shift to romantic scenes, they were drawn out (in a good way) long enough for the reader to gain a sense of where things were headed. The romance would leave off for a time while characters tried to solve their problems and escape the antagonists.
The House at the End of the Moor is a story of learning to trust, forgiveness, walking in mercy and meting out justice. It draws the comparison of justice versus vengeance, and justice by man versus justice by God.
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It started a bit slow but it quickly became a page turner! I couldn’t put it down! I enjoyed the characters. It was the perfect combination of romance, alittle mystery but mostly trying to correct a wrong. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the early copy. Definitely recommend

I loved this book! I could not stop reading and the author kept me on my toes. I was so intrigued to figure out how the mystery would be solved the whole way through.
What could go wrong when a handsome stranger shows up needing help from someone who is hiding from her own secrets. There is a mystery surrounding both Oliver and Maggie. Both have to figure out how to trust eachother in order to right the wrong. Will there be a little romance along the way? You will have to read this book to find out.
This author did so well in her writing. I loved the way she wrote very deceptively when we were in Maggie's perspective. She did so well with flowing the story. I was invested in these characters and was rooting for them from the very start.
I received this book freely and chose to give my opinion.

Readers are given a beautiful, heartfelt, historical romance in Michelle Griep’s, The House at the End of the Moor. Maggie, otherwise known as the opera star Daisy Lee, is living in seclusion in Lydford at Morden Hall, wanting nothing more than to be left alone. Maggie believes she can pull it off until a bedraggled man is found close to the house, unconscious and in desperate need of medical care. Against her better judgement, Maggie and her maid bring the man into her home to nurse his wounds with the understanding he’s to leave once he’s healed. Little does she know the man is an escaped prisoner from Dartmoor Prison, a man by the name of Oliver Ward. Oliver is a member of the House of Commons determined to clear his name of wrongdoing and like Maggie desperate to hide until he can prove his innocence. Maggie and Oliver believe they can almost pull this off until the vindictive Officer Barrow shows up at Maggie's door suspicious she is harboring the escaped prisoner. Maggie manages to put his suspicions off giving Oliver more time to heal, but when Oliver finds an expensive ruby necklace in Maggie’s possession, the very necklace he is purported to have stolen, he demands some answers. It appears Maggie has some secrets of her own.

As Officer Barrow continues to return and harrass Maggie, Oliver and Maggie know the only way to prove their innocence is to risk returning to the scene of the crime. WIth time running out and Barrow on their heels, Maggie and Oliver become desperate to find the culprits responsible for their plight. And if being fugitives on the run isn't complicated enough, the pair soon discover they are falling for each other. The only obstacle that remains is surviving Barrow long enough to prove their innocence in order to have any chance at a future together.

I enjoyed this book so much. I loved the story-line, the characters and it was so easy to read. I loved the protectiveness of Oliver towards Maggie and in return I loved her gentleness and strength. I really liked Oliver’s father, a character that was later introduced and a great asset to the story. Also, any good story like this has a villain and Barrow meets that bill perfectly. The supporting characters helped the story come together and all in all it was a really great read.

So if you like Historical Fiction or Christian Fiction with a great story-line and a touch of sweet romance, Michelle Griep’s, The House at the End of the Moor is the book for you. It’s a page turner filled with great characters, a great plot and the perfect weekend read. Settle in with a cup of tea or a glass of wine and enjoy

I want to thank Barbour Publishing, Inc and NetGalley for an advanced reader copy of Michelle Griep’s, The House at the End of the Moor. “Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own”.

I really enjoyed this lovely tale of healing, love, and trusting God.
The characters were vibrant and interesting, the romance was adorable, and the plot's pacing was perfect (making it very hard to put the book down at times).
At first, I found that Maggie's POV (first person written in present tense) felt a little bit awkward in this genre, but I got used to it, and by time I was half-way through the book, I didn't even notice it.
I'd recommend this book to fans of Historical Romance, especially with threads of suspense and mystery.

(I received a complimentary copy of this book through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are entirely my own.)

The House at the End of the Moor by Michelle Griep is a gripping page turner that draws the reader into the story and holds on till the end.
The story begins in Dartmoor Prison in 1861 where we find Oliver Ward imprisoned for a crime he insists he did not commit. His next-door cell mate Jarney also insists he is innocent. They are overseen by a prison guard named Barrow who has convinced himself he is doing God’s will by strongly punishing, and severely injuring these whom he believes are beneath himself and deserve God’s wrath meted out through him. They make plans to escape when they can but will they make it and be able to prove their innocence before Barrow tracks them down?
I loved this book. It is filled with intrigue and danger that keeps you on the edge of your seat. It is very difficult to put down once you start reading it. There is also a romance but will they live to fulfill their love for each other? I give this book 5 of 5 stars. Michelle never disappoints when it comes to surprising twists and turns and characters that leap off the page. This book is no exception. Wonderfully written and I can’t imagine anyone not loving it.
I received an advance copy of this book through Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.

I was first introduced to Michelle Griep while reading The Daughters of the Mayflower series. Since then I have read many of her books including The Bow Street Runners series and I have yet to be disappointed! The House at the End of the Moor is so aptly titled. Dark and broody this book has a bit of everything: mystery, adventure, romance and a villain so vile you will love to hate him. Vividly descriptive with an intriguing story line, I was pulled back in time and found myself glued to the pages, unsure of where the story would turn next. The romance factor in this novel is not as prevalent as in previous novels but the characters were very likable and I still found myself rooting for their relationship throughout the story. Themes of forgiveness, justice, and redemption are blended seamlessly alongside the message that God is merciful and the One who redeems. If you enjoy reading books by Julie Klassen I think you would enjoy The House at the End of the Moor.

The House at the End of the Moor will be available for purchase from your local or online book retailer April 1, 2020

Thank you Barbour Books and Net Galley for the free advanced reader copy of The House at the End of the Moor. The opinions expressed here are my own.

FTC Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley. These are my honest thoughts.

The romance and mystery in this story were what really made it sing. Opera stars are not often featured in Christian fiction, which is a shame, as opera is a fascinating style of voice work. Mrs. Griep’s book perfectly displayed a distraught opera singer in hiding, and I especially enjoyed the moments when Margaret’s voice was put to great use within the story’s plot. Those beautiful moments came at just the right time and were used very well to shove the story forward in exquisite fashion. The mystery surrounding a set of jewels kept my attention throughout, and I was intrigued to learn more about where they came from and how they would be used in the story and to discover who all the various players were. The mystery was played out well and with enough twists to keep me guessing throughout. I applaud the author for perfectly developing this aspect of the story.

A couple of lines tipped into dangerous territory for me. “… As if I am her salvation” and “… he studied his redeemer—for his redeemer she was, in more ways than she could possibly know” lofted humans into the place of the true Redeemer, Jesus Christ. These thoughts of two different characters were never refuted or cleared up with biblical truth, so the reader is left confused by these comments as to where true redemption and salvation come from. Yet, there were other moments when biblical truth (on other themes) was displayed brilliantly, pointing readers to the only Savior who took our place upon the cross a couple thousand years ago. So there were pros and cons to the spiritual aspect of this story, and those lines I mentioned did weigh into my rating of three stars.

What further dragged the rating down was the plethora of expletives, profane phrases, and replacement expletives and expletive phrases. It felt as if I should stuff cotton in my ears to get away from the assault upon my mind, only the words were going in through my eyes instead. The amount of bad language was shocking in a Christian fiction book, and it saddens me to see the genre falling from its previously higher standards. While I realize not all readers will be offended at such use of the English language, personally I found it off-putting, unnecessary, and very distracting from the story.

There was one random moment of breastfeeding by a character who seemed inserted solely for the shock factor, as she left about five seconds after we “see” her with a kid suckling her breast. She never returned nor was mentioned again after that brief cameo, which left me wondering what the point was of inserting her in the first place.

The antagonist was overly creepy and obviously evil. His finale didn’t make sense to me, but that could have been because it seemed too rushed. I would have rather seen him make such a choice about two thirds into the story so there was more time for further development after the decision was made. I appreciate the personal theme for this character, but the way he kept claiming he was working “for God” while completely acting barbarically toward his fellow human beings left me with an awful aftertaste in my mouth and negative chills skittering through me. Honestly, his point-of-view scenes were excruciating to read as he seemed completely psychotic and utterly evil. I’m so glad I wasn’t the writer behind the pen on this character, because I wouldn’t want to spend that much time inside Sebastian Barrows’ evil-minded head. I must say, though, that Mrs. Griep definitely nailed the personality of a psycho with this one. Perhaps my dislike of Mr. Barrows is proof that she’s a master craftswoman when it comes to characterization.

Content: bad language of varying degrees (including profane phrases), alcohol, tobacco, one casual mention of betting

This was a surprisingly good book and my first by Michelle Griep. The description drew my interest and kept it the entire read. The two main characters, Maggie and Oliver were made for each other. They were both willing to open their hearts to hear what the other was saying. There were tense moments between them at first, but faith and trust brought them through.

Oliver surprised Maggie several times with his goodness and desire to help others. That part of his character is what lead one of the villains to go after him and continue to try to ruin him. That goodness is, also, part of what drew Maggie to him.

It is endearing to find out that some of the situations in which a person believes they have been wronged, can be caused by miscommunication and can be corrected.

The House at the End of the Moor has some really dark characters, yet the ending left me with a good feeling. The way in which God and faith are interwoven was appreciated. Some of the ‘darkness’ of one character was a bit deep. I realize it was used to show the depths of his evil, but was a bit much for me. Having shared that, I still enjoyed the book and will look for more by Michelle Griep.

"The House at the End of the Moor" by Michelle Griep is an Historical fiction book. The setting is Dartmoor, England. It is removed and a quiet location on the moors. Maggie Lee is a caring woman. She finds Oliver Ward on the moor. He is almost dead and hurt. She and her housekeeper carry him to their home and care for him. It is most unusual for a woman to care for a man under those terms. She was willing to risk her safety for him. The book has themes of justice, forgiveness, rich vs poor. , The story leaves the reader constantly wondering what is next. The story moves from one suspense scene to the next. There is an analogy of forgiveness with the father and the son at the end of the book. It is very powerful. Thank you to netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read and review this book. It is very well written and full of suspense. There are lots of cliff hangers in the book. The opinions are my own . I will post my review on netgalley , Goodreads, Amazon, my blog facebook, share with church staff.

Michelle Griep is my go to author when I am looking for a fast paced regency/Victorian romance with a little bit of a gothic feel.
She once again comes up with a very unique plot of a reverse heist to clear the name of someone accused of a crime they didn't commit.
What I liked:
As always her books move along quickly.
I really liked the heist type of story line.

What I didn't get into:
For some reason I didn't connect with either of the main characters.
There wasn't as much romance build up as some of her other books.

For those who want a Victorian era tale, without much romance this may be a book you want to look into. For me it wasn't my favorite from this author

4.5 stars

I was expecting a Victorian drama, but I wasn’t expecting the level of misty Gothic-inspired suspense I found. There was so much atmosphere in this novel that it was addictive and the book was almost impossible to put down. To be honest, I stayed up until 2 am to finish it!

Pretty quickly we discover that the hero has been wrongfully imprisoned, but the heroine may be a criminal too, we discover...what a mess. I found it a bit unlikely that the two would end up in the same spot when he escapes, but of course that’s necessary for the plot. Other than that I found the story entertaining and interesting.

There’s a bit of violence, plus one character that’s super warped, so it may not be for everyone if you don’t like extra creepy villains.

Favorite moments: When Oliver’s father shows up near the end and what all that entails. And the epilogue...

Thanks to the publisher for a free reading copy. A favorable review was not required.

From the very beginning Michelle Griep’s new book, The House at the End of the Moor, grips your attention. I couldn’t help but read and read as the story pulled me in further and further. The characters were so interesting and it was compelling to learn more about them, their fears, and what they were running and hiding from. I loved the expressions of faith and the truths shared. The love story was sweet, clean, and beautiful. And the ending was lovely and full of joy for so many good characters. Great book that I definitely recommend!
I received a complimentary copy of the book. All opinions are my own and are expressed voluntarily.