Sarah Ladd provides a riveting tale set in the majestic Cornwall coast. The Light at Wyndcliff is the third installment in the Cornwall series. I have yet to read the others, but this story stands on it's own. Liam Twethewey becomes the new owner of Wyndcliff Hall and discovers nefarious activity happening along the shore. When given the opportunity to get to know the steward's granddaughter, Evelyn Bray, while taking care of a shipwreck's survivors, he creates a close bond with her and falls in love. This is a wonderful, fun, and exciting story of love, romance, mystery, and suspense! I highly recommend this book!

I am a fan of Sarah E. Ladd’s writing and her latest, “The Light of Wyndcliff” is beautifully crafted. However, the back cover copy felt a little like a spoiler as the two major events alluded to come quite a way into the book so I kept waiting for them to happen.

I took an instant liking to Liam, he is grounded, insightful and intelligent. I felt deeply for Evelyn who is essentially alone in her existence at Wyndcliff with few friends and little society. Liam bursts onto the scene and, with his changes, revitalises Evelyn. The two don’t have the best start but proximity and circumstances keep their relationship building.

There is plenty of sadness on the cliffs of Cornwall in this era, mining isn’t as lucrative, smuggling prolific and women had very little power. Each of these comes into the story and loss is a large part of each, There is a mystery behind all of it which keeps the story moving forward and the reader guessing! It’s a four out of five on the enJOYment scale and recommended for those who enjoy historical romance!

I’ve truly enjoyed this beautiful series of Sarah’s that she has set in Cornwall. Fans of Poldark will love this third installment. Liam has come of age and finally has been able to move into Wyndcliff hall. What he didn’t expect upon inheriting this estate in Cornwall was to deal with Shipwrecks/smuggling shortly after his arrival. Evelyn Bray has grown up on the estate as the stewards granddaughter. She doesn’t know what to think about the new arrival. Is he someone she can trust or should she her distance?
I was swept away with all action, mystery and romance of this enchanting tale. Sarah, as always, has done such a beautiful job.

I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

The Light at Wyndcliff is the third of Sarah E. Ladd’s “Cornwall Novels,” but like all her series books, it works well as a stand-alone, while keeping it within the same family the other books have followed. And like the first two books, the book is atmospheric, and Ladd has grown more comfortable in this setting, making it her own and being able to add distinguishing features that set it apart from the other Cornwall-set books, which I could not say when she first started the series and it felt too similar to other works.

I found Evelyn particularly engaging, as many of her heroines are. Her background is one of loss of status and the resulting shame, especially when her mother leaves as a result. She holds out hope her mother will return, and there is this conflict within her about what path she should take in that case.

Liam is equally great in also being a balance of principled, yet conflicted. He has a great sense of integrity, especially considering he is still fairly young and many men his age are still young and figuring things out. His decisions aren’t always well-received, but he always tries to do what is right, and I appreciate that.

The mystery of the shipwrecks was compelling and kept me engaged throughout. While it’s not the most compelling mystery plot I’ve read in a Sarah Ladd novel, it did contribute to the dark, semi-Gothic atmosphere that makes this a great fall read.

I enjoyed this one the most out of the series thus far. It’s evocative with a charming romance between relatable characters. If you’re looking for a sweet historical romance with a touch of the Gothic, I definitely recommend this one.

Evelyn Bray has lived a sheltered life in a small cottage on the rugged coastline of Cornwall. Her grandfather, once a wealthy estate owner and now the steward of Wyncliff Estate, limits her friendships. For the most part, Evelyn finds contentment in her lot in life—gardening, helping out in the manor kitchen, and waiting for the day her mother will return and take her to Plymouth where she will find a husband and start her new life.

Liam Twethewey’s life has been in a holding pattern for years while he waited to reach his majority. At 22, he can finally take charge of Wyndcliff Estate, left to him by his great uncle. Upon arrival in the small village of Pevlyn, Liam heads out to the manor without waiting for his lawyer.

Along the way, he helps a beautiful young woman rescue her pony from a bog. When he arrives on his estate, he discovers that no one expects him. Even worse, some of the servants seem to warn him off.

When a ship founders offshore, Evelyn and Liam work together to save the survivors—a woman and her young daughter. A friendship forms between the two, but circumstances put their friendship to the test as the mystery behind the shipwreck reveals that people aren’t what they seem.

Neither Liam nor Evelyn know who to trust. Despite their growing feelings for each other, they question everything they ever thought they knew or hoped for in the other.

If you love Regency novels set on the moody coast of Cornwall, you’ll love this book. The third in Sarah E. Ladd’s Cornwall Novel series, you’ll recognize older versions of previous characters. The novel stands alone, and the mystery and intrigue will keep you turning pages late into the night. If you enjoy Poldark, you’ll love this book.

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Set in 1820s Cornwall, this Regency romance evokes the captivating worlds and delicious dramas of Jane Austen, Daphne DuMaurier, and Winston Graham.

Raised on the sprawling and rugged Wyndcliff Estate near the dangerous coast of South Cornwall, Evelyn Bray lives with her grandfather, a once-wealthy man reduced to the post of steward. Evelyn is still grieving her father’s death and her mother’s abandonment when a passing ship is dashed against the rocks. The only survivors, a little girl and her injured mother, are rescued and brought to Wyndcliff Hall.

Liam Twethewey is just twenty-two when he inherits Wyndcliff Estate from his great uncle. His optimistic plans to open a china clay pit to employ the estate’s tenants meets unexpected resistance, and the rumors of smuggling and illegal activity challenge his new-found authority. Though wise beyond his years, young Liam quickly finds himself out of his depth in this land where long-held secrets and high-stakes agendas make no room for newcomers.

Brought together by troubling questions surrounding the shipwreck, Evelyn and Liam uncover even darker mysteries shrouding the estate. But as they untangle truths from deceptions, their loyalties separate them—and their budding love might not be strong enough to overcome the distance.

This book is very well-written, with so much depth to it. You can feel the tension as Liam is trying to figure out what is really happening on his property and who he can trust. Liam was very endearing and I really liked him. I thought Evelyn was well-developed, with her strained relationship with her mother and her conflicting feelings about her grandfather. At the same time, I found her to be a bit bland and liked her more toward the end of the book when she started to stand up for herself more. This isn't your typical Regency, with balls and such, and I appreciated the originality. I will say that it was a bit hard for me to get through, but I think that's due to the heaviness in the real world right now; at another time, I think I would adore this book. So, if you need something lighter to read, set this one aside for now--but come back to it when you can because it's definitely worth reading.
4 stars.
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With excellent historical detail and compelling characters, The Light at Wyndcliff is not to be missed! Sarah E. Ladd weaves an entrancing story of love, danger, and intrigue, perfect for fans of Masterpiece’s Poldark. 3.5/5 stars

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It's a delightful story and I absolutely loved it. Set in the Regency era, this novel tells us a story of two young people with different backgrounds, desires, and hopes. As we get to know them better, learn about their backstories, we fall more and more in love with them. Both Evelyn and Liam are interesting characters and I think that their story is definitely worth reading. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and would recommend it to all historical fiction fans. This is a really good novel and even though I haven't read the previous two books in the series, I don't feel that it affected my reading experience. It's more of a stand-alone novel.
For me, the best part of the story was the mystery mixed with romance. The story intrigued me from the start and kept my full attention until the end. All in all, an exceptionally written historical fiction which I consider a must-read, especially for those who love Regency romance novels.
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Evelyn Bray's life took an unexpected turn when her grandfather loses the family fortune and moves them to Wyndcliff Cottage when he takes on the position of steward at Wyndcliff Hall. The estate falls on hard times with the unexpected death of the owner, and now his heir has come of age and is due to arrive at Wyndcliff Hall to take over. But Liam Twethewey, eager to begin running the estate, arrives unannounced a month early, and his unexpected arrival does not sit well with some of the residents of the area. In the midst of the upheaval, he finds an unexpected friend and ally in Evelyn. Drawn together by events out of their control, will Liam and Evelyn eventually find the happiness that they both long for?

Charming and often predictable (think Hallmark movie in Victorian England), this was an enjoyable story and I look forward to reading more by this author.

This book is the third book in a series, but I never got the impression that it was part of a series, it stands by itself. The time is the late 1700s to early 1800s and the setting is in Cornwall, England. The Wyndcliff Manor is on the coastline and is often the site of recovery for shipwrecks: cargo and lives.

William Twethewy is the owner of Wyndcliff Manor and makes an unexpected arrival while Evelyn is stuck in the mud of the moors and helps to pull her and her pony out of the mud. Evelyn's grandfather, Rupert, has been the caretaker of the Manor, and while Evelyn isn't officially a staff member, she does a lot of work to help out the household.

When a ship runs aground on the rocks by Wyndcliff, Evelyn, William, and all of the workers run to take care of the cargo and any survivors of the wreck. The two survivors found are a woman with a head injury and her four-year-old daughter, Mary. Evelyn becomes indispensable in the care of Mary and her mother. This shipwreck happens about one quarter of the way through the book and this is where the plot picked up enough to gain my interest.

I am not sure what I was looking for in reading this book, but it missed the mark with me. Sarah E Ladd's abilities as a writer are not in question. She writes with high standards as her goal in putting out a story. She does her research into the times, customs, and daily life events of the era she's putting on paper. She makes incredible word pictures for the reader's imagination to relish. This is definitely a four star book at the very least, it just wasn't what I was looking for, which is more my taste than any flaw in the book.

Thomas Nelson and NetGalley.com provided the copy I read for this review. The opinions expressed are solely my own.

I loved this book! I’ve enjoyed this entire series from Sarah E. Ladd. The setting is one of favorites and I’ve loved the strong heroines in each book.

Our heroine and hero were the best parts of the story. Evelyn was a truly delightful lead; just the sort of character that claims a place in your heart. She was such a sweetheart who cared for everyone around her, yet she was also very strong. In her, Ladd demonstrates the mistreatment of women in the past. Liam was a great match to her; a strong man who truly loved Evelyn enough to let her shine.

The plot of this book matches the Cornish autumn setting; a beautiful story with the chill of suspense. There are whispers of danger and mystery as secrets of Evelyn’s grandfather and others in the village come to light, adding layers to the story and keeping the pages turning. The mastery of Ladd’s writing is in how she deftly balances sweet romance with suspense, making her an author whose work I am always eager to read.

The Light at Wyndcliff is a stunning conclusion to the sparkling Cornwall Series. Fans of sweet historical romance and Christian Regency novels won’t want to miss this book!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Thomas Nelson through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

AH Cornwall! I'd not read the earlier books in this series but this was fine as a standalone- so you, like me should try it If you like a Regency/Gothic romance featuring an atmospheric setting and good characters. William is shocked to discover that Wyndcliff Hall, the estate he's just inherited, is run off the profits of looting shipwrecks. Evelyn, the grand daughter of the steward,. befriends him and they find themselves falling in love. I found myself rooting for them. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. It's a good read.

Liam inherits his Uncles estate which he has great plans on revitalizing the areas economy by putting in China Clay Pits. His Steward and a few of the main townspeople are against it because they are secretly involved in covert operations on his land. They are smuggling goods by way of shipwrecks!

The Stewards granddaughter Evelyn has no clue of his overt activities and is appalled when she discovers what has been happening.

Will Evelyn turn against her grandfather or Liam? Is she going to leave the area because of the pain of the whole situation?

The author is predictable, but has done a wonderful job in describing the landscapes and the historical facts of the mining. I was not immersed in the characters because they seemed flat and stilted. I would have liked more dimension between them, but there was no interaction. The most interesting dialogue was between the Excise officer and Liam.

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The third book in her Cornwall series, this is the most engaging Sarah E. Ladd book I’ve read in some time. I was riveted by the story and wholly invested in the characters from beginning to end - I was able to read it in one (long) sitting! As expected, Ladd’s descriptions and atmospheric settings are everything; it’s really where her writing shines.

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The Light at Wyndcliff by Sarah E. Ladd is a Christian regency romance.

At twenty-two, when Liam is finally able to inherit the Wyndcliff estate, he arrives to find the steward's beautiful granddaughter living there and discovers that shipwrecks can bring more than cargo ashore.

The Light at Wyndcliff was an engaging regency romance set in Corwall, Great Britain. I loved the characters and enjoyed watching them overcome personal struggles, grow, face some danger, and fall in love. It was a great follow-up to the previous books in the series as well since it featured familiar characters and further delved into the mysteries of shipwrecks and illegal free trade.

It was interesting to me to learn more about shipwrecks and what happens to cargo and people that crash ashore. Two important characters in the story are a little girl and her mother who barely survive a shipwreck and are slow to recover memories of what happened previously.

I recommend this book to those who enjoy clean regency romance with a touch of danger.

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I have thoroughly enjoyed Ms. Ladd's Cornwall series. The Light at Wyndcliff will sweep readers away to the wind-swept cliffs of the Cornish coast. The setting plays a significant role, providing an atmospheric backdrop for the shipwrecks and smuggling that haunt the coast of Wyndcliff Hall. Ladd pens a sweet romance that slowly blossoms amidst the mystery and secrets that have had a grip on Wyndcliff Hall. Can the new lord of the manor uncover the truth and provide a legacy for the tenants and villagers of Wyndcliff and Pevlyn? While this is the third in the series, it can easily be read and enjoyed as a standalone.Fans of Poldark will be swept away by this story of miners, shipwrecks and smugglers.

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The Light at Wyndcliff is a delightful book. The pacing is good and the characters are both believable and interesting.
I love the theme that people are not always what they first appear to be. It was well developed and results in several surprises to keep the book interesting.
You need not have read the rest of this series to enjoy the book. It can stand alone.

The story told in this book was very interesting. I have never heard of clay mining and found it fun to learn more about it. I also found the characters to be engaging and well rounded. I did find the pace a little slow at the beginning, but it turned out to be a really compelling story of two people who just want a place to belong

This is a beautifully written story that pulls you in on the first page. This book has just the right amount of mystery, adventure and romance to keep you turning the pages to see what happens next. This is the first book I've read in this series and really enjoyed it. It can be read as a stand alone. Thank you Thomas Nelson--FICTION via NetGalley for the ARC copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.