Another great read from Sarah Ladd! In a continuation of the saga from The Governess of Penwythe Hall, we follow Liam's adventures as he becomes master of a manor in Cornwall. The suspense mounts as the possibility of smuggling taking place on his beach grows, and at the same time, attraction grows between him and the steward's granddaughter, Evelyn. Is her life dictated, or is she free to make her own choice? Holds the reader's attention to the very last!

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Sarah E. Ladd is an amazing author. This one did not disappoint!

If you are a fan of historical mystery romance, then you will love this book. Evelyn is an amazing character. She is very kind. Liam is such a great hero. He is so kind, and giving and not afraid to say what he's thinking.

The imagery was excellent, I felt like i could feel the sea breeze on the beach.

The Light of Wyncliff pays homage to works like Du Maurier’s Jamaica Inn and Wilde’s The Master of Phoenix Hall. As in those earlier works, readers experience a mystery along the coast of Cornwall. Shipwrecks are a frequent occurrence along a privately-owned stretch of the coast; and one day, something goes awry.

Such hints at mystery and intrigue would seemingly make for an exciting read. While this book has all of those elements, it falls flat. Action is good, but it should be balanced with character development. There’s not enough interaction or shared dialogue between the characters to draw out the mystery or develop the burgeoning relationships among the principals. With so much happening within a relatively short period of time, the book offers little opportunity for readers to witness the sharing of thoughts and ideas, likes and dislikes, or displays of wit and wordplay—all of those interactions that can build chemistry. Here, readers are given longing looks and simple banter. The main leads are genuinely nice, but they lack the depth you’d find in a work like Jamaica Inn.

Overall, readers will find Ladd’s story engaging; but it lacks some of the elements readers might expect from a work following the gothic tradition.

Ah, so good! Such a nice ending to a series of books!! Though there are definitely some unsavory characters in this book, Liam (my, how he has grown!), Evelyn, and Marnie, as well as several others, are the good stuff. Great historical fiction.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for and advance e-copy of this book! I enjoyed it. All opinions in this review are entirely my own!

Oh Sarah Ladd you never disappoint! In fact you keep getting better with each book!

If you like historical mystery romance, which I happen to love, then you want to read this book. Evelyn was a strong character, if not a bit oblivious. She was very kind and always looked for the good in everyone. Liam was a great hero. He was kind, generous and would speak his mind which I really admire.

I also enjoyed learning a little more about ship wrecks and china clay pits.

This was a clean romance. Thank to NetGalley for the advanced copy, this is my unbiased review.

Another Regency “winner” from Sarah E. Ladd! The Light at Wyndcliff is the third book in the Cornwall Novels series but can easily be read as a stand-alone. Set in 1820 this book continues the saga of the Twetheway family chronicling the story of Liam Twethewey the new master of Wyndcliff Estate and Evelyn Bray the steward’s sheltered granddaughter. When Liam arrives at Wyndcliff, he quickly discovers that “trouble is afoot”. He is determined to get to the bottom of the strange happenings. Shipwrecks and smuggling make for an intriguing, action-filled plot; and amid all the deception, intrigue, and illegal activity, a sweet romance develops. The author describes it this way: “After everything they’d endured together, attraction had grown to respect and respect had blossomed to affection.” However, given their stations in life, is that affection enough to bring them life-long happiness?
I love Ms. Ladd’s writing style and expressive prose. No matter where the narrative takes you—the rocky, bleak moors; the rugged, dangerous sea coast; the rundown manor; the gloomy steward’s cottage; the raucous White Eagle Inn; the dusty china clay pits; or the disconcerting Bodmin jail—vivid descriptions and imagery elicit the sights, sounds, and smells of the locale. Imagery such as this brings the story to life: “Her white sails draped over the surging sea like an earthly specter, swaying and dancing at the whim of the waves.”
The characters in this story, main and secondary, are well-crafted and memorable. A great cast of secondary characters includes lovable ones such as Marnie, Elizabeth, and Mary and not so lovable ones such as Evelyn’s grandfather Rupert, her mother Dorothea, and the innkeeper Jim Bowen.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher via netgalley but am under no obligation to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.

The Light at Wyndcliff is a beautifully written regency romance. Great plot and character development. I highly recommend this book. I received an advance ebook from the publisher and this is my unbiased review.

When new owner of Wyndcliff Hall William, Liam, Twethewey arrives to take ownership, he finds sinister activity on the property. He unexpectantly bonds with steward’s granddaughter Evelyn Bray while working to prevent danger to lives and stopping criminal activity..

The Light at Wyndcliff is the third installment in The Cornwall Novels series by Sarah E. Ladd, published by Thomas Nelson. The story is set in Cornwall 1820 and we get to follow new owner of Wyndcliff Hall William, Liam, Twethewey as he arrives to take over the estate. His main goal is to start a china clay business, but strange happenings on the shoreline of his property need his immediate attention. The steward seems to be at the helm of a secret operation Liam knows nothing about. He gets opportunity to bond with steward’s granddaughter Evelyn Bray while working to take care of survivors from a shipwreck and figure out what the strange activity at night is all about.

Main character, Wyndcliff estate owner William, Liam, Twethewey seems very intent on taking care of the needs of tenants and local people to make the area prosper. I feel that describes a man with good character who is my favorite of this story.

Supporting character steward’s granddaughter Evelyn Bray seems a bit clueless in the beginning of the story, but I feel she is a great help when the going gets tough. I was happy to see she developed more of a backbone as the story progressed.

The writing of the story was, as always, vivid with great research to back it up.
I found the character building very interesting; particularly the innkeeper who managed to pose as a stand-up guy for a long time, but showed his true colors in the end. The mystery element kept me rapidly turning pages, as I was eager to know what was really going on around Wyndcliff estate and where the shipwreck survivors came from.

The story reads like a standalone with hints to the other books in series, and I am eager to see what Sarah E. Ladd comes up with next.

My favorite part of the story was how Liam and Evelyn were thrown together by the drama following a shipwreck and sinister circumstances on the property. I enjoyed how they found time for private conversations and hand holding.

Least favorite part was descriptions of how local folk seemed to behave like vultures ripping ships apart for anything of value instead of trying to save people’s lives when a ship was wrecked. I enjoyed it as a great dramatic element.

Fans of Sarah E. Ladd will love this story. As will readers of historical romance fiction. Similar authors to explore might be Elizabeth Camden or Abigail Wilson.

Thank you to publisher Thomas Nelson and NetGalley for this eARC which gave me the opportunity to share my honest review. All opinions are completely my own.

Conclusion: this is the exciting and unique clean romance story of a Cornwall estate owner discovering his land is used for extensive smuggling operations. He works to stop criminal activity while unexpectedly bonding with his steward’s granddaughter.
Rating: 5 stars / 5
Main reasons: Unique plot, extensive research

The Light at Wyndcliff, by Sarah E. Ladd, brings her latest series, Cornwall Novels, to a close. As this tale opens, you learn that due to her grandfather's gambling, Evelyn Bray's family needs to leave their lavish home and lifestyle behind. Because of her grandfather's new job as a steward, Evelyn must learn to live in a small cottage on the Wyndcliff Estate, along the coastline of Cornwall, England!

Evelyn's quiet life changes when the new owner of the Wyndcliff Estate, Liam Twethewey, suddenly shows up. Liam had been waiting, until he came of age, to take possession of the inheritance he received from his great-uncle. He is not sure what to make of this new world, when just days after he arrives, he sees a shipwreck take place right along his property!

It is interesting to watch Liam adjust to his new home and also, to see a relationship begin to grow between Liam and Evelyn. You wonder if Evelyn's grandfather, who has plans of his own, will interfere in the lives of these young people!

This was such a wonderful book. I loved it so much that after I finished reading it, I immediately added it to my list of books to buy for my own collection! I loved the characters. The plot kept me engaged throughout, and I couldn't wait to find out what was going to happen next!

Classic Sarah E Ladd...A gifted author and storyteller. This novel will capture your attention from the first page....and will continue to satisfy your need to read until the final chapter. Well written w/ a hint of suspense, adventure and romance. You will not be disappointed. Five stars.

The Light at Wyndcliff is the third book in Sarah E Ladd's Cornwall series. It continues to chronicle the lives of the Twethewey family, but can be read as a stand alone. This book is Liam's story.

If you haven't already guessed, this story is set along the sweeping shores of Cornwall during the Regency time period. Cornwall was known for its dangerous shores and frequent shipwrecks. This element along with the subsequent smuggling is part of an intriguing and mysterious element woven throughout the main storyline of this novel. I had heard about the shipwrecks before, but was surprised to learn that mining for china clay was an industry pursued in Cornwall. I enjoy learning something new!

The main characters in this novel are very likeable and I couldn't help but cheer them on as I flipped pages. Evelyn has a heart of gold and Liam is a stalwart and responsible young man just starting off on his own. There were many things I admired about both of these characters. I feel like the book would have benefited from more interaction between the two. It might have made the ending feel less rushed and more believable considering that the span of time from start to finish in this novel is short as well.

Curiously, this novel is labeled as Christian fiction, and although characters attend church and display attitudes of Christianity, there is no mention of God or His saving grace throughout the novel, which I found unusual.

Overall an enjoyable and entertaining read. If you have enjoyed Sarah's other novels or enjoyed Julie Klassen's, The Tutor's Daughter, then I think you will enjoy this book.

The Light at Wyndcliff will be available for purchase from your local or online book retailer on October 13, 2020.

Thank you Thomas Nelson and Net Galley for the free advanced reader copy of this book. The opinions expressed here are my own.

I received a complimentary copy of The Light at Wyndcliff by Sarah Ladd. I thoroughly enjoyed this Regency romance and didn’t realize how many other books this author had written. It had everything I enjoy about a historical romance—a beautiful setting, suspense and mystery, strong characters and a happy ending. It was a very interesting and compelling story about a time period with which I was unfamiliar and I plan to read more of her books. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

The Light at Wyndcliff
By Sarah E. Ladd
5 stars

The third book in the Cornwall Novel series (though can be read stand alone) captivated me from beginning to end. It was everything you wanted from a gothic Regency book. The moody moors, shipwrecks, a dark manor house.

The characters brought light to the narrative. Evelyn has been at Wyndcliff all her life when William comes to take his place an the manor. When mysterious shipwrecks keep occurring on William's property, he and Evelyn have to work together to understand what is happening, their sweet romance blossoms amongst it all.
Highly recommend!

I received a complimentary copy from Netgalley. All opinions are my own.

Sarah E. Ladd has completed the third novel in her Cornwall series. I have enjoyed all three books and couldn't wait to dive into this one. The Light at Wyndcliff is a delightful story for the imagination and senses. Ladd does a wonderful job at inviting readers to the cliffs of Cornwall even if you have never been there. The romance was a typical romance with a predictable ending. The plot moved at a nice pace. I kept flipping through the pages and couldn't wait for the story to continue. The mystery elements were nice. I had a good time trying to figure out who was really behind all the shipwrecks and looting along the coast. Ladd definitely knows how to capture her audience's attention and keep it as the story flies by. Overall, I believe fans of Julie Klassen, Carolyn Miller, and Ladd's other works will enjoy this novel. I sure did.

I received a complimentary copy of The Light at Wyndcliff by Sarah E. Ladd from Thomas Nelson Publishers, but the opinions stated are all my own.

Having read the first book, I was loving the continuation of the story. The characters were strong but didn't show all their cards at once. The suspense kept me reading late into the night. Loved the story from beginning to end.

Liam and Evelyn, two main characters whose scenes I do look forward to.


I also understand Grandfather Bray’s protectiveness over Evelyn and as much as I find it overbearing, it adds the perfect twist to the plot.


Wyndcliff Hall endeared me to itself. I love how the author described the estate and its rooms.


The Light at Wyndcliff is a book that brings the minds and hearts of its characters closer to you through the pages.


My heart beat at every scene. I was actively participating in the rescue mission of the shipwreck. I didn’t pause reading the book.


The author grabbed my full attention with this book.

I admire Liam so much.


I am rating this book 10 stars if I can. I love Mary, Mrs. Elizabeth, Marnie and well, Jenna. I had to understand her.


This book was beautifully written.

The title of this book perfectly describes the plot in the book.

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

Liam has reached the age of being able to get his inheritance, a large estate called Wyndcliff. He meets a girl on the moors with a pony that is stuck in the mud. The girl, Evelyn, has lived in the steward's house for most of her life, since her grandfather has been the steward for near twenty years. She becomes his most faithful friend, since he really can't trust the people in the area. He discovers a smuggling ring, and other terrible plans about to occur on his property and he seeks to prevent anything else from happening. It's a great, well written story I would recommend to anyone.

SETTING: Poignant story of a young girl ripped from her home after it was lost by the gambling of her GRANDfather! Later, left by her mother to fend for herself and the same grandfather. No young ladies school, no fancy coming out parties and trips to the season in London for Evelyn—just work among the servants, as if she herself is a servant. When Liam Twethewey comes of age and inherits the estate on which Evelyn and her grandfather live and work, the stage is set for love to find Evelyn. How that happens, amidst the difficult circumstances of the 1820’s, makes a gripping story that is impossible to put down.
CRITIQUE:
The characters richly layered, well developed. You love the H and h, but the mother and grandfather are very flawed. We see the impact of their flaws play upon Evelyn time and again. You feel the hurt Evelyn feels when, yet again, her mothers letters fail to announce when she will definitely send for Evelyn. The plot is well planned out, with unexpected twists and turns that make for compelling reading. I especially was pleased by the mature writing style, which makes reading this book a delight and sets it far apart from the mundane, Regency Romances we too often find. A nice HEA for our H and h, and a clean story without the trappings of unmarried dalliances. Overall, excellent story, and one I truly enjoyed and appreciated reading.

This was a story of mystery and suspense that I thoroughly enjoyed. I wanted to know more and what happens to the characters. I was not disappointed and do recommend that you read this interesting and easy to read book.