To Treasure an Heiress reminds me once again, why Roseanna M. White is one of my historical fiction go-to authors. In this second book in The Secrets of the Isles series, with Pirate Prince lore, Druid cairns, old friends, and new ones too, readers will find themselves fascinated by life on the Scilly Isles, off the southwestern coast of England, during the early 1900s. The author has given her vibrant characters depth and realism and portrayed their inner feelings of brokenness, sorrow, terror, lighthearted flirtatiousness, and deepening love, profoundly allowing those emotions to resonate within the reader. Mamm-wynn is still a favorite of mine. She is such a precious and seemingly prescient grandmother. I loved watching the characters, especially Beth and Sheridan, change and mature in their attitudes and relationships with each other. The author masterfully blends historical information with faith-filled inspiration. There are lessons of faith threaded throughout, giving readers much to think about as the characters learn that God is greater than our mistakes, and He knows how to redeem the messes we make. Scenes and conversations are authentic and add so much. Interest is kept high with some edge-of-the-seat action. I enjoyed this book and am thrilled to see there is another book in the series in the works. Readers who love historical fiction will not want to miss To Treasure an Heiress. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Bethany House Publishers. I was not required to write a favorable review, and the opinions are my own.

Oh. My. Word! I think this might be my favorite Roseanna M. White book yet, and that's saying a lot! This review could be wrapped up in one name...Sheridan! Lord Sheridan was perfect. He's witty and fun, adventurous and romantic, wise, loyal, and protective. I could go on and on, but trust me when I say, Theodore Howe, Marquess of Sheridan is an absolutely delightful hero who had me literally laughing out loud!

Then we have Beth, Miss Elizabeth Tremayne. If you haven't read The Nature of a Lady, go back and do that! There's where we first get glimpses of her. She is an absolute delight in this book. Her energy, spunk, and desire to follow the Lord are contagious. I loved how she vowed to do better in her spiritual walk, then would mess up and have to start again. Aren't most, if not all, of us like this??

On top of all of that, the history, the treasure hunt, the supporting characters...oh Sanara, Ainsley, & Mamm-Wynn! I'll leave those there for you to find out for yourself. Because I definitely recommend you do that!

I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.

To Treasure an Heiress, by Roseanna M. White, continues the tale of the Tremayne family. Beth Tremayne has been exploring the isles of Scully ever since she was a young girl. She is determined to find artifacts about a pirate, who lived on these shores hundreds of years ago. Now she has found a partner to help in her search. Lord Sheridan has had a great interest in archaeology for years; however, it does not hurt that he has developed an interest in pursuing Beth as well!

After Beth is left in a precarious position by a man who is their prime competitor, Beth and Sheridan have to rethink their desire to track down artifacts. It is not worth someone losing their life. Back on track to documenting their finds, Beth and Sheridan make an exciting discovery they would never have imagined!

You cannot help but wonder -
What happens to their aggressive competitor and more importantly, will they find the location of the pirate’s treasure chest? These questions will be answered by the final pages of this tale!

To Treasure an Heiress has to be one of my all time favorite Roseanna M. White books! This story had everything: a funny, endearing hero whom I completely fell in love with, an amazing slow burn romance, a pirate prince’s treasure, an inspirational story that brought me to tears, dastardly villains, and enough suspense to keep me quickly turning the pages. It’s the brilliant sequel to The Nature of a Lady that I absolutely loved.

Set on the beautiful Isles of Scilly, the adventure begins with the story of pirate prince Rupert from the 1650’s who unexpectedly falls in love with a beautiful woman from the isles. Forced to leave her after a quick marriage, he provides clues to a treasure that will hopefully sustain her until he comes back. Now it’s 1906 and all the lovable characters from the first book are working together to locate the lost treasure. They aren’t the only ones seeking it though and several ambitious men will go to any lengths to get it.

I absolutely adored the romance between Beth and Sheridan. Sheridan starts out as Beth’s nemesis but he gradually wins her over with his quick wit, his self deprecating humor, his absolute charm, and lack of guile. He even reads Jane Austen! How much more perfect can you get! He definitely won me over instantly. I chuckled at his adorable inner monologues. Beth was a favorite too and the two of them together were both hilarious and enchanting.

The other characters were just as delightful. I loved seeing Elizabeth and Oliver from the first book as well as the insightful and endearing Mamm-wynn. We’re also introduced to some new characters, Senara daughter to the Dawes who unexpectedly returns home after losing her position, Ainsley Sheridan’s incomparable valet, and Sheridan’s sisters who were not only charming, but funny too.

Along with the treasure seeking and romance are several inspirational themes expertly woven into the story. The first is the importance of family. This is shared in numerous ways with all the various sibling pairs in the story, Scilly families, and Mamm-wynn’s loving relationship with everyone. The second is the worth of a soul as precious as a pearl. Without spoiling anything, I loved the message of true repentance and how important it is to forgive ourselves.

This is definitely one book you don’t want to miss! Highly recommend this second book in the Secrets of the Isles series and can’t wait to read Emily and Bram’s story! I received advanced complimentary copies of this book from the publisher and NetGalley. All opinions are my own and I was not required to provide a positive review.

Hats off to Roseanna M. White for delivering another stellar story in the Secrets of the Isles series. Book 2, To Treasure an Heiress, picks up right where The Nature of a Lady ends. In this story, we continue another fun round of pirate prince mystery and treasure hunting featuring all of our favorite characters from book 1, accompanied by a few new wonderful faces. This second installment features Beth Tremayne as she continues her quest for the missing pirate treasure. Her would-be nemesis Lord Sheridan joins her in the hunt, and soon they are teaming up to find the hidden clues and solve the mystery.

As much as I enjoy the story, with all the adventure, intrigue and treasure hunting, I also really appreciate the way Roseanna White brings minor characters to life. We see true depth of character and growth even in the minor players - especially Senara. There were also many passages in this book that touched my heart deeply. Roseanna possesses a special talent for bringing spiritual truths to light without feeling preachy. There are moments of beautifully written truth shared in such a unique way that leave the reader feeling substantively changed.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to provide a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine alone.

Hop into a sloop and sail back to the Isles of Scilly, where the hunt for hidden treasure continues in To Treasure an Heiress! Witty, action-packed, and full of suspense, Roseanna M. White outdoes herself in the second installment of The Secrets of the Isles series!

In 1650, Prince Rupert, the nefarious pirate prince, came to the Isles of Scilly and fell in love with an island girl. According to local folklore, before his departure, Prince Rupert gave his love clues to find the treasure he’d hidden somewhere on the Isles. Three hundred years later, rumor has it that the treasure is still an uncovered mystery, creating a buzz that brings archeologists and rivals to Scilly to fight for their prize! Will there be a victor in this race for historical discovery, or will the danger prove too great?

"The grandest thing we can ever seek is love. Riches will come and go, be found only to be lost again, but family . . . family stands the test of time."~ Roseanne M. White

Beth Tremayne has returned home after her plan to search the Isles for Mucknell and Prince Rupert’s bounty is thwarted by the perilous events that threatened the lives of her loved ones. More determined than ever, Beth reluctantly accepts the help of her family and their guests, Lord Telford and Lord Sheridan, to solve the riddles that have obsessed her mind since she was a little girl listening to her mother’s bedtime stories. However, after an unfortunate introduction and bad first impression, Beth doesn’t trust Lord Sheridan, but is he really the villain she’s painted in her mind or is the real monster lurking in the shadows ready to deceive with his charm before revealing the sinister agenda behind his Cheshire grin?

"I may be bold. Sometimes — foolishly — even fearless. But that’s not bravery. Bravery is seeing the fearsome thing and standing firm when you want to run." ~ Roseanne M. White

To Treasure an Heiress is a fast-paced, addictive read! Ten times better than its predecessor, the story picks up right where The Nature of a Lady ended, in a perfect continuation though told through new protagonists. While Elizabeth and Mabena are still in the narrative, they take a backseat in this novel. I'll admit that I was initially sad that we wouldn’t get more in-depth details about their lives, but it was fun to meet new characters and go on another adventure through the lens of others. I instantly fell in love with Ainsley, Sheridan’s valet, and Senara, the daughter of the Tremayne’s cook and gardener; they were a great addition to this story!

"If God meant me to live in the desert, He wouldn’t have made me an Englishman." ~ Roseanne M. White

Roseanna M. White did a fantastic job bringing history and folklore together to create this exciting read. I loved To Treasure an Heiress and couldn’t stop laughing whenever Sheridan was around. His quirky yet sincere mannerisms were impossible not to like. It was also a treat to watch Beth grow from being a flighty rosefinch whose greatest desire was to fly the nest to opening her heart and allowing others to help her. Nevertheless, to me, the stars of this novel were Sheridan and Ainsley. I loved how their different personalities complemented one another and the way they encouraged and supported Beth and Senara into the best versions of themselves.

"We cannot escape our families. They shape us and define us. We share a fate." ~ Roseanne M. White

To Treasure an Heiress had everything from mystery to romance, but what I enjoyed the most was that this wasn’t just a novel of entertainment, but edification. Adding a spiritual element, the underlying Gospel message of being washed clean and forgiven was impactful, filling my heart with joy and life every time I went to read another chapter. Now, I can’t wait for the final part of this series! I was really impressed with this book and can only pray that Roseanna will hit another home run with Emily’s story!

"Our sins, our bad choices, perhaps they coat us like mud. But the mud cannot take away the value He instilled in us. Mud does not make a pearl any less valuable. If it did, then why would Jesus have deemed us worthy of the sacrifice of His life? But He loves us, as does the Father. Because we are valuable."  ~ Roseanne M. White

*Thank you, NetGalley and the publisher, for providing me with a pre-release copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are entirely my own.*

Roseanna M White’s newest release takes readers back to an English paradise and sees an old foe become a friend while other enemies remain dangerous. To Treasure an Heiress starts approximately one week after the events of White’s previous novel. It isn’t totally necessary to have read The Nature of a Lady first – there’s an interesting recap of events early on – but it would certainly help as it explains the animosity between Beth and Sheridan.

The Secrets of the Isles series focuses on The Isles of Scilly, an archipelago located off the Cornish coast in England. In To Treasure an Heiress the action is centered around two islands: Tresco and St Agnes. Or, rather Tresco and Gugh, a spit of land accessible at low tide via a sandbar from St Agnes. As with the first title of the series, there’s a vast number of characters; many will be familiar to readers of that earlier book, but there is a good half dozen new people to meet, and I often wished I had access to a cast list. I liked the development of Beth and Sheridan’s relationship, which is a lesson in how you should get to know a person before you judge them. There’s a running joke between them, which I won’t mention as it could be construed as a spoiler, but I did find it fun. And, although they’re the featured pairing, there’s also an interconnected tale about her childhood friend and his valet. There’s a good mix of lightheartedness and suspense, which makes for a thoroughly enjoyable read.

My father visited the Isles of Scilly before I was born, and I have a vague recollection of seeing the photographs he took while there. Having now read two novels set on the islands, I’ve now added them to my bucket list of places I want to visit. And there’s still another book to come!

Disclaimer: Although I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher, the opinions above are my own.

*Warnings*
#1 This is a long review, so pull up a chair and grab a bowl of popcorn. You’ll be here awhile. #2 When I read a review, I want substantial information. So I will not skimp on the details. Which may mean some spoilers, so watch out.

Stars: 5+

Synopsis: Beth Tremayne has one goal: find the rest of the infamous pirate John Mucknell’s buried treasure before Lord Theodore Howe, Marquess of Sheridan does. And, if in the process, she happens to insult Sheridan into complete silence (because when does he ever stop prattling on?), as well as avoid his obvious machinations to steal her heart—I mean, her treasure—then, well, that’s simply the icing on the cake!

Favorite Quote: Just a note here that I’m not going to add my favorite quote to every review I do...suffice it to say that I had such a hard time picking a favorite from this book that I simply threw them all into the review itself. You’ll get over it. *winks*


I could’ve left my review as the simple “Sheridan,” and, believe me, y’all, that would’ve been enough. I know several people were concerned about Sheridan from the first book—he was such an exuberant and eccentric character—and even I pondered just how White was going to pull off his character...but, guys, Sheridan is simply fabulous. He is on a whole new level of hero—a bit of a classic, but exuding a modern air; as posh as any lord, minus the arrogance; humorous and insightful and wise and compassionate and endearing. To be honest, he reminded me some of Lord Rule from The Convenient Marriage by Georgette Heyer, which is very much a good thing. I adored Rule.

“Reason is greatly overrated.”

If anything, Sheridan is unique, wholesome, ever so comedic, and the sweetest fellow you’ll ever meet! If you don’t fall as hard and fast for him as I did, I can at least assure you that he’ll make you laugh, make you think, and perhaps even make you tear up!

“She hadn’t immediately told him to leave. That was something. Progress. At this rate, she’d be Lady Sheridan in a decade, at the most.”

Seriously, though, if he wasn’t saying/thinking something positively hilarious, he was giving the most delightful nuggets of wisdom—in his own way!

“Perhaps love isn’t a word, then. For that first strike, I mean. Infatuation. Attraction. Though, too—there could a knowing. Yes? The thought, from the first glance, that this is the one for me. Perhaps the deep love has to dig in over time. Chisel itself in. To one’s heart, that is. Or rather, chisel the heart its shape. But sometimes lightning does strike.”

ALSO. The man made constant references to Pride and Prejudice. That right there is enough to make me love him forever! Oh, and we mustn’t forget his precious list and his botched proposals. Y’all, this man is such a bumbling buffoon and that is somehow the most romantic thing ever.

Well, except for one thing…

“Nothing more romantic than a library by lamplight, is there?”

Now, I know some reviewers have brought up Sheridan’s spirituality, terming it “spiritual deconstruction” and discrediting not only his character but the author for the what and how he believed.

Allow me to explain. Sheridan was not “deconstructed.” Spiritual deconstruction is when an individual who once claimed to be a Christian up and renounces the faith. (For example, Joshua Harris, author of I Kissed Dating Goodbye, and Kevin Smith of DC Talk.) Sheridan didn’t renounce or denounce or claim anything at all.

I see your looks. But Sheridan didn’t go to church, you say. But Sheridan didn’t do this, you tell me. But Sheridan didn’t reflect the perfect image of a religious, Pharisaical Christian who followed all the rules and checked all the boxes, confining his faith to the walls of a church building and refusing to accept the truth that God revealed to him both through His Word and His Holy Spirit, you continue.

Exactly my point, dears.

Yes, my irreligious, NAR, bordering-on-heathen self found Sheridan’s faith absolutely beautiful. Why? Well, not only because I don’t go to church every single Sunday (you gonna call me deconstructed?), but because he actually had faith. One that he practiced. One that he struggled with. One that he grew. One that would falter. One that he quite obviously placed in Jesus Christ.

“Drawing closer to the Lord, being directed by Him, used by Him to help someone else...that was quite a feeling. Heady and humbling all at once. To think that they served a God who could and would do such things—and use them to accomplish it.”

He wasn’t simply a cardboard cut-out character who only went to church and blessed his meals. No, Sheridan lived out his beliefs, and whether you agree with them or not, that is something you can admire.

So, before you start bashing Sheridan for his not-Christian-enough Christianity, remember that people you know and love share a similar walk to him (*waves hand*), and think of all the “Christian” novels you’ve read in which the main characters didn’t display any faith at all. No prayers. No reading the Bible. No seeking the Lord. All they did was attend Sunday service (not that church in its essence is bad; it’s simply that one cannot live off church alone), and that was plenty enough to keep you from complaining, now wasn’t it?

*takes in a deep breath* I know that was a rant, for which I apologize, and I’m sure I stepped on some toes, so if you disagree or misunderstand (which you’re bound to), I’d be happy to expound upon my opinions privately and show you some Scriptures to back them up!

ANYWAY. Enough about that! Let’s get into the good stuff!

Oh, but first. On top of your Sheridan concerns, a lot of readers picked up on some evolutionary ideals (personally, I completely missed those) in The Nature of a Lady, in which case, allow me to assure you that no such thing exists in To Treasure an Heiress! If anything, you’ll have to deal with Sheridan’s lack of respect for nature and whatnot, being an architect and all.

Unlike Libby, our quiet and unassuming young botanist, Beth is full of energy and has a definite penchant for trouble. To be quite honest, I saw her as being a wee bit immature in TNOAL and perhaps with potential to be rather bothersome...but she was positively lovely! Which I rarely ever say about a heroine, so y’all savor this moment.

As crazy as it seemed, I did indeed enjoy Beth’s character. She was so fun and unique, so vicarious and adventurous, but she was also deep and realistic. She did retain a portion of that youthfulness, but paired with her loyalty and love, as well as her sharp mind and tongue, she didn’t seem immature at all. There was definitely growth on her part that I loved, and come to think of it, a bit of that was reminiscent of Elizabeth Bennet’s arc and how she let go of her prejudice.

Actually, if I were to pick a character that Beth most reflected, it would be Elizabeth. She had all of Elizabeth’s finer points and flaws—from her stubbornness and judgmental attitude to her unending devotion and lively spirit. With characteristics such as those, how could you not love Beth?

“Then she whispered, ‘I love you too,’ and he was pretty sure his heart would just give out then and there.”

On that note, hers and Sheridan’s romance was just. so. precious. They were simply perfect for each other, and I loved how they had their moments of conflict—it breeds the most intense chemistry, I might add—but what I loved the most was how Sheridan became so integrated in Beth’s family and their lives, and how she seemed to complete him, you know? And vice versa, of course. It was positively beautiful!

“This was a man she could imagine exploring her way through life beside. A man she knew she could count on to cherish her, who would always treasure the right things. A man who would seek adventure with her in whatever neighborhood they found themselves, here or the Lake District or Antarctica.”

Whilst I’m speaking of characters, we must make mention of how lovely Libby and Ollie were….how I craved more of Mabena and Casek...how Emily and Telly are perfect for each other...how Mamm-Wynn was as golden as always...and how absolutely amazing Abbie and Millicent—Sheridan’s older sisters—were! They—or, more specifically, their relationship with Sheridan reminded me a bit of my great-aunts Fannie Lou and Ruth, as they were much older than my papa and always treated him as their “play pretty,” and of myself and how I mother my three-year-old brother. Of course, that kindred spirit vibe there made me love Abbie and Millicent all the more, but regardless of their relationship with Sheridan (which was the most precious thing), they were absolutely splendid! As hilarious as their brother with as many eccentricities!

“But family wasn’t created by seeking your own good. Family was created by doing good for others.”

An unexpected surprise was Ainsley and Senara. Now, I wasn’t at all shocked to find Senara played such an important role in this book, nor Ainsley, for that matter, as White has a tendency to give us that upstairs-downstairs feel (somehow even wi’ de po’ folks from de isle) that adds such a depth to the story. But the significance and the beauty of Senara’s story (and hers and Ainsley’s relationship) wasn’t something I’d anticipated at all!

“Every time we make a mess of things, every time we take a wrong step, it’s just an opportunity for the Lord to meet us in an unexpected way.”

I will be honest, Senara didn’t act her age at all. I’d’ve had her pegged at anywhere from sixteen to twenty-six...not in her thirties. But apart from that, I actually liked her and her arc, and I ADORED how White wrote it and all the biblical truths she poured in! (Prepare for an overload of quotes…)

“Sins committed together are also committed against each other. And against the Lord. Repenting to Him is sometimes the easiest part. But He asks us to make right what we can too. That generally means facing those we’ve wronged.”

First of all, White didn’t let Senara’s sin go unnoticed, ignored, or glossed-over (as fornication is today). She dealt with it biblically and gracefully, which I am actually impressed by! You simply can’t find Christians who will deal in grace and truth anymore. We tend to have too much tolerance and acceptance and no—you guessed it—shame.

“But shame, Senara...it’s for a purpose. It’s there to strike our consciences, to remind of the standard of the Lord. It’s there to let us know we’ve sinned.”

I love how White describes and implements shame, something most people see as wrong and dirty, something you should never feel. But shame, as Mamm-Wynn says, has a purpose and place. Shame, you could say, is a journey, and it leads you to repentance.

“You must learn how to let the shame go. It has its purpose, a right and needful one. It can take us to life and repentance and return us to God. But if we’re not careful, it can just as easily carry us away and drown us. Others will try to force us to live in it still ever after we’ve repented, after Christ has washed us clean. They will try to push their guilt and shame upon us, if we let them. Guard against that. But only after you are once again clean.”

Then Ainsley steps in, speaking more truth into Senara in such a gorgeous way that I could’ve teared up (if I were the emotional sort, that is)!

“He makes us with great worth. Creates us that way intrinsically. Our sins, our bad choices, perhaps they coat us like mud. But the mud cannot take away the value He instilled in us. Mud does not make a pearl any less valuable. If it did, they why would Jesus have deemed us worthy of the sacrifice of His life? Because He loves us, as does the Father. Because we are valuable. And the blood of Christ, when it washes us clean, fully restores us to what He created us to be. A pearl cannot be stained. No matter how many centuries it sits in mud, wash it in a bit of water and it’s gleaming again.”

This is just one element of To Treasure an Heiress that I loved. It wasn’t just one theme, one arc, one story—it was a realistic mesh of so many lives and stories and messages and themes, and that was such an amazing experience!

So...if you find you abhor Sheridan (which is impossible) and despise him for his walk with God...or if you find you simply can’t accept the spiritual elements White weaved in through Mamm-Wynn and her intimacy with the Holy Spirit...then you can at least appreciate the lovely redemption of Senara Dawe!

“You are a pearl of great price, Senara Dawe. I could see that as soon as I met you. You are a woman of deep heart, of great love, or beautiful spirit. It is an honor to be counted among your friends.”

Seriously, there is something for everyone in this book. There’s adventure and intrigue, mystery and suspense, humor and heart, romance and passion, and a whole lot of faith! What’s not to love?

Nothing. Exactly.

Well, except for the villains, of course.

Long story short...you must read To Treasure an Heiress. Regardless of your preconceived notions. Regardless of your mixed feelings for The Nature of a Lady or Roseanna M. White. Regardless of what other people say. Just...give it a try. If anything, I know you’ll like Beth, you’ll love Senara’s arc, and you’ll laugh at Sheridan’s strange sense of humor! (I call it strange, possessing the same sort of humor. *winks*)


Disclaimer: A complimentary copy of this book was provided by the publisher, publicist, or author, including NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own.

This story picks up where the last one left off, but focuses on Beth. We have Lords Sheridan and Telford, along with Ainsley, Emily, Rory, Mann-wyn, Nigel, Libby, Mrs Dawe, Senara, Millicent and Abbie. Beth and Sheridan are fun characters and the story has some humor along with the mystery they are trying to get to the bottom of. Aside from our main characters, Ainsley is a fun character the bit we get to know him and has his hands full as Sheridan’s valet. Still racing against the clock against the Scofields and trying to keep from harm, the pages will keep on turning. Tresco is the main island we are on, but we get introduced to Gugh and St Agnes as well as a few brief stopovers in St Mary’s.
A complimentary copy was provided by Bethany House. A review was not required and all thoughts and opinions are my own.

To Treasure an Heiress is another absolutely delightful Christian historical romance that has all that I expect from Roseanna White--a well-researched setting, multidimensional characters, a smart feisty heroine and a mysterious plotline that is anything but formulaic---but the true gem of this book is the hero Sheridan. I absolutely adore him.
This second book in the series continues in the Scilly Isles at the turn of the 20th century and once again is driven by pirate legend. The interplay between Beth and Sheridan is reminiscent of screwball comedies. His internal conversations kept a smile on my face. I highly recommend both books in this series and look forward impatiently for book #3.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and am voluntarily offering this review.

This is truly not the review I hoped to write. I love Roseanna White's Culper Ring, Shadows over England and Codebreakers series. I have most even in paperback and eBook. I was sure that I would love this one too.
But I had not read the first in this Secrets of the Isles series before this one. And because of this, I had a really hard time keeping all the characters straight. Some even went by two names which I finally figured out. I was almost halfway through the book before I'd figured out most of them.
Even knowing the storyline from the first book would have really helped me understand things in this book. So I definitely would recommend reading this series in order.
I did enjoy the unconventional humor of Sheridan and his undaunted love for Beth. And there were some great characters and some wonderful quotes in this book too.
But read the first book in the series before this one and I think you will enjoy this one so much more than I did.
Thank you to NetGalley for allowing me to read this book. The opinions are entirely my won.

To Treasure an Heiress continues Roseanna M. White's The Secret of the Isles series with humorous dialogue and an exhilarating adventure.

Since reading The Nature of a Lady last year, I have anxiously awaited Beth and Sheridan’s story. To Treasure an Heiress did not disappoint.

From the beginning, I loved their banter. And White did a fantastic job writing Sheridan’s thoughts. I loved him as a hero, with his thirst for knowledge and bumbling nature. I spent part of the novel’s beginning wanting to shake Beth. But it made her change of heart a bit more satisfying.

And the adventure is just as exhilarating as it was in The Nature of a Lady. I loved the twists and turns of the plot as they searched for Prince Rupert’s treasure. Their search came to a satisfying conclusion while still leaving room for another adventure.

As for the spiritual side of the novel, I enjoyed the exploration of drawing close to God and the power of prayer. However, the subplot featuring Senara had the best spiritual arc, in my opinion. Senara’s lesson about guilt and shame and Christ’s forgiveness is a powerful one we could all learn from.

Overall, To Treasure an Heiress is a sweet historical romance that abounds with adventure.

Roseanna M. White has done it again! Her newest book, To Treasure an Heiress – the second installment in her “Secrets of the Isles” series – is one of those amazing stories you just can’t put down.
Set in the Isles of Scilly in the early 1900s, this book picks up where the first book in the series, The Nature of a Lady, ended: Central character Beth is continuing an adventure-packed search for pirate treasure. Now, much to her frustration, she must work alongside Lord Sheridan – a man she initially sees as overbearing – to piece together the clues.
White is a true master of character development, and every character I’ve encountered in the many books I’ve read by her comes across as completely authentic and relatable. I absolutely loved getting to know Lord Sheridan better in this second book, which is told in part from his viewpoint. It was thoroughly entertaining to follow the development of his relationship with Beth.
To Treasure an Heiress is the perfect blend of adventure and romance with a strong faith component and just the right amount of humor thrown into the mix. I would highly recommend this novel, as well as all of White’s other books, to anyone who loves well-written historical fiction with a faith-based message.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. However, I was not required to provide a positive review. All opinions expressed are entirely my own.

The second in the series, Secrets of the Isles, this book will capture treasure seekers hearts. Beth is desperate to find the treasure if only she can shake Sheridan. Their dance around each other as they slowly uncover clues proves to be quite humorous. Readers will want to read the Nature of a Lady first to enjoy the characters in this novel a bit more.

Delightful! That is the word that comes to mind for this second book in this series. Yes, the search is still on for the treasure, but what is the true treasure? You are about to find out, a grand adventure, and yes, there are some very scary moments, and very tender moments. Your going to love the sisters!

Are we going to find the treasure here? There are so many treasures here, and we get to unwrap them, filled with humor and a bit of romance, you will quickly be turning the pages! You are going to love your gift!

I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Bethany House, and was not required to give a positive review.

So, how does one go about writing a review for a fabulous book without spoilers? I’m not certain that I can but I’ll give it my best shot.

To Treasure an Heiress is Roseanna M. White’s second installment of her The Secrets of the Isles series. The story takes up pretty much where The Nature of a Lady left off as Beth Tremayne and her friends and relatives continue their search for the legendary pirate’s treasure that has been the subject of island legend for many generations. Familiar characters are abundant and new ones add even more interest to the tale.

This may be the most humorous novel that I’ve read by this author, especially the endearing hero Lord Sheridan who has a bad habit of speaking aloud what he is thinking. He and Beth are at odds for a good many chapters, mostly because she holds it against him that he is in possession of her own treasured trinket box. But how can she resist such a charming man who obviously seems to have fallen head over heels for her (and I mean that almost literally). Needless to say, readers should be most pleased at the resolution of their differences even as they discover another budding romance or two to root for.

As always, White has written a beautifully entertaining novel that is laced with adventure, mystery, romance, and a believable journey to faith that takes place in a gorgeous setting. What more could one ask? Do yourself a favor and pick up a copy of To Treasure an Heiress as well as The Nature of a Lady. Either can be enjoyed on its own but read in the proper sequence they will be even better.

"To Treasure an Heiress" is a Christian romance set in 1906 in England. Beth and Lord Sheridan shared an interest in finding hidden history. Beth was searching for pirate treasure based on local and family lore. Sheridan wanted to be a part of the search due to a distant relation connected with the treasure. Initially, Beth resented Sheridan even though they made a great team. Sheridan's the only one to fully back Beth's search, and she discovered that she also enjoyed his sense of humor. Sheridan respected her and enjoyed her sense of adventure, intelligence, many talents, and courage. All of the characters were complex, realistic people, and I cared about what happened them.

Neither Beth nor Sheridan had a strong faith in God but they realized through various events that they needed to make it more central to their lives. Another viewpoint character came to realize that God really would forgive her past sins. There was no sex or bad language. Overall, I'd recommend this enjoyable historical romance with a mystery.

FANTASTIC HISTORICAL ROM-COM
Sheridan is fantastic! He reminds me of a Jen Turano character; FULL of laugh-out-loud moments with all the wit and charm I have come to love in her books. It elevated the story and writing style of Roseanna White for me, so bravo!
Also, I had a new appreciation for the book when I read her thoughts at the back sharing how mid-way through writing it her young son was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. My prayers were immediately lifted up for them.
Tresco, Isles of Scilly, 1906.
Book two focuses on another Elizabeth; Beth Tremayne, adventurer at heart. The hunt for pirate treasure continues and this book is SO SO GOOD! Largely, I feel, due to Sheridan. He is impulsive, speaks his thoughts aloud sometimes in the middle of a train of thoughts so people around him have no clue what he's on about, and has a good heart. He is a wonderful hero! Beth has many names for him, including Lord Incorrigible! But, I don't want to give too much away. Ainsley, his valet was another great character that rounded out Sheridan nicely. He was very intriguing, thoughtful, and full of faith. I loved his lesson about the pearl.
Laugh out Loud: "Dastardly. I prefer dastardly. And I'm fresh out of henchmen. Unless one counts Ainsley. Which one really can't do, you know. He absolutely refuses to hench."
Faith Moment: "Beth felt closest to Him out here. Where the wind could tear across the hillocks without anything man-made in its way, where there was nothing but heather and seagrass and sand and water before her. Where she was keenly aware of how big He was. How untamed. How humanity was just a scratch in the earth, their marks so quickly covered over by His nature. And yet He loved them with a ferocity as wild as that wind. As deep as that sea."
A very strong five stars / I loved it!
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I think the thing that I absolutely enjoyed the most about this romantic adventure was the humor! Now that statement might sound strange or even funny but I found myself laughing out loud so many times. This English gentleman has quite the imagination when he determined to court this gutsy island girl. These two main characters are surrounded by a small community of friends and family which displays White’s talent for creating characters. Of course, the group worked together to face their adversaries and learned some helpful lessons of faith along the way. This story was such a treasure and I can’t wait to read more about this group of adventures. I was given a copy of this book by the publisher. All opinions are my own.

I thought I'd be hard-pressed to find another Roseanna M. White series I liked as well as _The Codebreakers_. And ... I'm very happy that _Secrets of the Isles_ is turning out to be that series!

It's best read in order, as well; characters and events from one book are referenced in the next. And, glory be, Book 3 is a'coming! :) Can't wait to read more in the series; many plot points resolve in this book, but other overarching plots will--I presume--be resolved in the next.

I love, love, love, the faith element in this read. Each character has their own issues they need to come to terms with, and White does a great job at making each believable and witnessing to the reader throughout. None of us are beyond hope and redemption, and I love how she portrays that.

The humor was absolutely top notch here, as well; White even notes in the afterword that it has probably the most humor of all her books. I hope future reads will too--it's fantastic!

And, what's not to love about a read involving pirates, royalty, and pirates that are royalty? :)

An all-around winner. 5/5 stars.

I received an eARC of the book from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.