I loved the setting of this book (Cornwall) and that there was a mystery woven into the plot. Evelyn and Liam are likable characters that have to make a lot of hard decisions through the course of the novel and I liked that they were true to their values.  I would love to read more about Mary and her mother. I didn't realize this book was part of a series before I read it, but it seems that reading the previous books in the series isn't necessary. Overall it was a great read!
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Characters that tug at you heart strings and who aren’t who they seem. A story that vividly tantalizes the senses pulling the reader into its very pages. Loyalty verses what’s right and decisions made that can’t be undone. A powerful story with love and mystery that will have you on the edge of your seat. Beautifully written, invoking every emotion the reader can’t afford. Sarah Ladd’s talent shines in this powerful story that can only be described as a true masterpiece!
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The third entry in the Cornwall series by Sarah Ladd was a satisfying novel about an all grown up Liam and Evelyn, the daughter of the steward on the estate he has inherited. Shipwrecks, amnesia, smuggling, a kidnapping, and early 19th century rural English village life are highlights in the story. I liked Liam and Evelyn’s storyline as they got to know each other and learn to trust each other. I wanted things to work out for them from the first moment they met. If you have read the previous novels it is helpful—but not necessary as this one can stand alone and be fully enjoyed.

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

Shipwrecks, smugglers, deception, and true love

The Light at Wyndcliff by Sarah E. Ladd is the lovely story of a young man who waited years to come of age and get control of his estate in Cornwall, and his relationship with the granddaughter of the steward who opposed him at every turn.

Liam Twethewey inherited an estate in Cornwall but had to wait for years until he came of age and was able to gain control of his property. He spent a good part of these years planning and dreaming about what he would do and who he would become.

But things were more complicated than Liam was expecting. The estate was in shambles; the steward, an older man, was reluctant to hand over the reins.

The man was unbearable, so different from his lovely granddaughter.

Evelyn Bray was beautiful, sweet, loyal, and Liam was mesmerized by her kindness and inner strength. A pity her grandfather had other plans for her and warned Liam to stay away.

The story is lovely, a well developed slow-burn romance. I was completely hooked from the first page.

The plot is exciting and varied. Clay pot producing, smuggling, shipwrecks, a lot goes on but all well intertwined.

I loved how the author explored the characters' family bonds and how diverse and emotional their personal experiences were. They felt real and easy to connect to.

Lovely read. Highly Recommended!

I will be looking for other books by this author.

Disclosure: I received an ARC of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

*This review will be posted on https://lureviewsbooks.com on 10/23/2020 as part of the book's blog tour*

First of all, I was drawn to this beautiful cover! Secondly, the synopsis really drew me in. It sounds right up my alley! Unfortunately I was pretty let down. This book is kind of a wholesome version of Jamaica Inn, mixed with a lot of Poldark, and maybe a tiny bit of Cinderella? It's hard to like a book that is so clearly similar to some literature that I love, but just ends up falling short. There isn't really anything glaringly wrong with the book...if I didn't clearly see where the plot and ideas came from then I might like it. But it seems to be a plot-driven, watered-down version of Jamaica Inn and Demelza Poldark mixed together.

Parts of the book were compelling, and as a frequent DNF-er I'll give credit where it's due and say, yes I did finish the book, but it's probably about a ⭐⭐.💫 for me. The characters were youthful and seemed to have selective bouts of ignorance. In some scenes they seemed introspective and wise, and then at major plot points they suddenly seemed naive. It came across as weakness, not in the characters but in the writing.

I'm pretty disappointed and probably will not pick up more by this author, and I would not recommend this book to others.

The Light at Wyndcliff is the third in the Cornwall series. This is the first I have read in this series and had no issues in the following the story as there was some overlap of characters but it was explained well. Evelyn Bray as a child is moved from her home estate to a cottage at Wyndcliff due to her Grandfather losing the family fortune and he becomes the acting steward. Evelyn’s Mother constantly is reminding her that she keep her head high and act like the lady she is. Fast forward 12 years and Evelyn gets assistance from Liam Twethewey when her pony is stuck in the bog on the moor. Liam is on his way to Wyndcliff to claim his inheritance that was held in trust until he turned 22. Liam and Rupert Bray get off on the wrong foot as Liam wants to be his own man and does not appreciate Rupert speaking down to him and does not immediately trust him. One of the sources of income on Wyndcliff is from shipwrecks off the coast and almost immediately Liam is wakened by the ringing of bells which he learns is the warning sign that there is a ship in distress off the coast. Liam goes to the beach and works with the other villagers and Evelyn whom he cannot keep off his mind. The first survivor is a little girl perhaps 4 or 5 years old and Evelyn rushes her to the Hall to get out of her wet cloths and to take care of her. Mary the little girl awakens and is asking for her Mother who is the second survivor who is unconscious. Liam lets both survivors stay at the Hall and Evelyn offers to care for the patients. Evelyn has been sheltered at the cottage and does go into the village often but there are rumors as she is at the Hall often. There are rumblings of smuggling and illegal activity but she cannot believe her Grandfather is involved. She is patiently awaiting her Mother who is recently married to take her to Plymouth to live with her. She and Liam are attracted to each other but her Grandfather and other’s do not approve and Liam is busy setting up China Clay pits that was started previously by his great Uncle. Liam is trying to provide for the villagers but no one is trusting him and he is beginning to think there is something to the smuggling rumors. To Evelyn it seems as everyone has been acting very strange since Liam has arrived and she is questioning people’s actions. This was an interesting story and I did like both Evelyn and Liam, they both have good hearts and want the best for the villagers and others. I intend to go back and read the first two in this series.
"I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own."

Adventure, mystery and romance made this third book of the Cornwall series a fun, quick read! William (or Liam) Twetheway has come into his inheritance at last--Wyndcliff Hall--and has his hands full the moment he arrives on the Cornish coast in 1820. He finds an ally in the steward's daughter who helps him unravel a local mystery.

"We remember things the way we want to remember them. Just like we judge the present in the manner we wish to see it."
I thoroughly enjoyed this latest installment, and was happy to get reacquainted with William as a grown man. He is an upstanding character, trying to fill his role as owner of a large estate that comes with a bundle of problems. His relationship with Evelyn is a lovely one to watch develop, from a genuine friendship to other possibilities. Her family loyalties and her need to find a place to belong seem to cloud her judgement. William is also trying to figure out what to do when people challenge his authority. This would be a good read for a younger adult who feels they don't belong and is wrestling with doing the right thing in the face of pressure from peers.
There is a whisper of faith in the story as the characters attend church, but it seemed that both of the main characters saw God as uncaring because of their circumstances. Feeling abandoned can sometimes make us think that way. They could have used a bit of spiritual guidance, maybe from an older person through a letter or a fireside chat, to bring a little more hope to their lives. I liked how William's brother John would remind him to think of what Uncle Jac or Aunt Julia would say given the situation.

Recommend for historical fiction readers who enjoy an adventure with a squeaky clean romance. Though part of a series, it is easily read as a stand alone. 4.5 stars

Sarah E. Ladd writes so beautifully. I feel the wind and the waves with the characters. I smell the briny sea. I felt the conflicting emotions that Evelyn felt. She is a wonderfully complex character. Liam is also a wonderful character full of depth. He is young and has many things that challenge him when he is finally able to inherit his great uncles estate. Many things and people are not what they seem. He doesn't have the luxury of time to try to figure out who he can trust, with the exception of Evelyn Bray. There is something about her that he inherently trusts. But the people all around are another matter entirely. This is a beautifully written romance with plenty of intrigue. I am grateful for the opportunity to have received an Advanced Readers Copy from Netgalley.

The third book in the Cornwall series, The Light at Wyndcliff sees Liam Twethwey inheriting the ancient Wyndcliff Hall in Pevlyn, Cornwall. He plans on opening a china clay pit on the estate's moorland, but a shipwreck on his property – along with mysterious survivors - puts his plans on hold.

Evelyn Bray is the granddaughter of the Rupert Bray, he is the stewards of the Hall, and it is a position her grandfather took after his fall from grace. She is holding onto hope that her mother will call for her, but she doesn’t want to concede that her mother may not be coming back for her. She won’t admit that she doesn’t really want to go with her mother, even though it may be what is expected of her.

I really enjoyed this book in the Cornwall series, it was my favorite. Even though Liam is only two and twenty, he shows a lot of integrity for someone his age, and he makes some unpopular decisions and he follows through with them. The same can be said for Evelyn who despite going against her grandfather, learned who her friends were.

My gratitude to Thomas Nelson and Netgalley. All opinions expressed are my own.

'How long would she have to endure this battle warring within her?'

Sarah E. Ladd purely knows her way around a good Regency. This time she takes us back to the coasts of Cornwall where the new owner of Wyndcliff encounters much suspicious activity. Be prepared to be carried along as Ladd sweeps us across the dark beaches and wild seas as we try to discover the truth in this perfectly wonderful Regency.

*I received a complimentary copy of this book from Thomas Nelson Publishers through Net Galley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Liam Twethewey inherits the ancient Wyndcliff Hall. He must face mysterious survivors and his quest begins, In this mystery unfolds to aid these survivors. This was a great book to read.

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Evelyn Bray, lives on the moors, and loves to walk by the sea and tend her garden. With a new owner at Wyndcliff Hall, Evelyn expects change to come. Evelyn's grandfather is steward of Wyndcliff Hall, and is a powerful man in the community. Along the moors, there are several ship wrecks, and the new owner, Liam Trethewey, is determined to put an end to the pillaging in his cove. A novel of life on the moors, family relationships, secrets, and being true to yourself. This novel, is the third in a series, I've enjoyed each one, I felt like this book could also be read as a stand alone.

I enjoyed this Regency-era novel set in Cornwall. At first, I thought I had the mystery of the novel all sorted out. Not so... the plot twists were unexpected and fulling. I had no idea it was a third in the series until I reread the description--translation, I didn't get lost because I felt there was so secret to the book I didn't know.
The characters and settings were well written and the romance satisfying.

I received a copy from the publisher via NetGalley and this is my honest opinion.

This is probably my first read from Sarah E. Ladd, and I have to say I don't know why I didn't read her sooner! Especially considering I love all things Jane Austen. Sarah is now at the top of my list next to Julie Klassen. Her writing style is so beautiful, and the imagery in this novel was exemplary, with shipwrecks and moorlands and a sprawling estate, along the Cornish coast. I loved the story, the characters (absolutely adore the name Liam) and especially the setting. Definitely going to pick up other books by this author.
I found the relationship slow to build, and while I usually enjoy that, this one felt a little flat. With hardly any interactions or 'chemistry' (not that this is a must, but something is needed to pull the couple together), you hardly have time to root for the couple once they realize their feelings before they're together and the book ends.
One other thing (not a criticism, just an observation): I already figured out what the mystery was and what was going to happen by the third chapter. Maybe it's predictable, or maybe I just consume too many mysteries to be surprised by a plot anymore. I'm leaning to the latter ;)
Other than that, I really enjoyed this story. Thanks to Thomas Nelson for gifting me a copy of this book via Netgalley. All thoughts are my own.

Really good read! You don’t expect the ending and when you think you have to figured out, it goes a totally different direction. This is a great book for character development and being able to almost be in the setting with them. You will like the story line and the romantic connection,

The Light at Wydncliff is a beautifully atmospheric regency-era historical fiction, focusing on Evelyn and Liam, and their lives in Wyndcliff. I loved the writing of this book - the descriptions felt so real and imaginative. While this is part of a series, it could also be read as a standalone (as I read it).

I thought the romance between Evelyn and Liam was wonderfully sweet, and I loved how their relationship progressed, and how deeply they cared about each other. I also enjoyed them as individual characters - they were entertaining to read about, and I found myself rooting for them, hoping everything would turn out okay.

Admittedly, it took me a while to get into this book, but once I was fully submersed, I didn't want to stop!

I would recommend this book to fans of other regency-era fictions, or fans of historical fiction looking to expand their repertoire. Thank you to Netgalley, Thomas Nelson Fiction, and Sarah E. Ladd for this advanced copy, in exchange for an honest review.

#The Light at Wyndcliff# by Sarah Ladd is a Regency romance . The book is part of the Cornwall series. and is written in 1820. Cornwall is in the coast in England. It is beautiful and set in a cove. There are ship wrecks and other unknown things that occur there. Wyndcliff estate is there in the cove. It is a relaxing place from the busy city life. The themes in the book are good vs evil, forgiveness, self sacrifice. The book is well written. The character, setting descriptions are detailed and easy to follow. The setting takes the reader to Cornwall wanting to experience the beautiful cove. In Cornwall in the cove you can dig for china clay and find ships there. Thank you to the author , netgalley, the publisher for allowing me to read and review this book. I will post my review on Goodreads, Bookbub, Barnes and Noble, CBD.com, bookssmillion.com, , my blog.,facebook

Excellent Read!
Liam Twethewey moves to his new home, Wyndcliff, inherited from an uncle, filled with high expectations. But he is met with resistance from Mr. Bray, the estates steward. Meanwhile, Liam is trying to continue with his uncle's plans to provide work and an income for the villagers and estate. But a shipwreck opens up a whole new concern. What is really going on along the Cornish coastline? Whom can Liam trust?
Evelyn Bray has been kept secluded at Wyndcliff living with her grandfather. She longs to be invited to live with her mother who is enjoying a new marriage and family. As the events surrounding Wyndcliff grow more frightening, Evelyn is left to wonder whom she can believe. Is her attraction to Liam realistic?
This story is well written with plenty of intrigue and well detailed to understand many of the challenges faced during this period of history.

Sarah Ladd has given us a riveting conclusion to her Cornwall series in A Light at Wyndcliff, I read this book with-out having experienced the previous 2 in the series, but in no way did that take away from my enjoyment. It only increased my desire to backtrack and grab on to the rest of the series!

This book was exceptional. As I watched the hero and heroine – Liam and Evelyn – struggle to uncover the mystery of the shipwrecks along the Pevlyn coast and come to grips with deceit and greed amongst the community, I was swept away by the constant action and suspense. This, combined with a tender love story, fully took my imagination. With attention to detail, vivid descriptions, and a depth of character, Ladd made sure this book would resound with her readers.

Lovers of the Regency period will want to delve into this series. A Light at Wyndcliff is a beautiful story not to be missed.

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

I struggled to get into this book, with its tense beginning. The grandfather gentleman turned steward felt heavyhanded, especially for a grandaughter who also had an unsupportive, absent mother. As the story went on, I found myself drawn in to the plot, trying to predict what would happen next. The romance softened the edges of the tension in this read, and in the end, I liked it.