Book Review THE RARE JEWEL OF EVERLEIGH WHEATON by Susan Tuttle

“In her search for a rare gem, will Everleigh end up uncovering the true treasure of her heart?”

This book felt like Charlie's Angels but without the martial arts part. The mystery of Caspar’s identity and the search for the jewels were interesting and intriguing. I was so eager to know who were behind the treasure hunt. It was also fun to travel and and see beautiful places with Miss Gertrude, Everleigh, Natalie and Brook. The romance was sweet. I look forward to reading the next book in this series and see how the girl's skills will be in use.

Rating: 4 stars
Series: Treasures of Halstead Manor, 1
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I thoroughly enjoyed this new story from Susan Tuttle! She is an author I have enjoyed in the past and this was such an interesting twist to the stories I've enjoyed from her in the past, but with her lovely storytelling still so evident!
In this story, we meet Everleigh, Natalie and Brooke, who join together to find a missing jewel. Their hunt for this treasure is shrouded in mystery, and I was so intrigued throughout the book! Everleigh was the main character of this story. She was a frustrating character at times, but one you rooted for as she found people who challenged her belief that no one could be trusted with knowing her fully. I thoroughly enjoyed her relationship with Niles. Niles was such a great counterpart for Everleigh, with his ability to be blunt and genuine, while also being kind and romantic. Their motorcycle ride was one of my favorite parts! I also thought it was a beautiful story about how trust isn't always easy, but that you can find so many wonderful things when you take that chance.
I am looking forward to what's next in this series and am so thankful to have been able to read this one!
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The rare jewel of Everleigh Wheaton / Susan Tuttle. Everleigh joins forces with 3 other women to track down the Florentine Diamond. In the process she discovers the value of friendship and learns to open herself to friendship and possibly love. Interesting plot, but so much about the character's emotions and her relationship to God, which for me distracted from the treasure hunt.

This was the first book I have read written by author: Susan L. Tuttle and it was the perfect first book. The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton was well written. It captured my attention, twisting just enough history, mystery, suspense, romance and scripture keeping me intrigued throughout the whole book. It was a fairly easy read, but diverse in vocabulary.

The character development kept me on my toes. There was a lot of working relationships to keep going. Between present day and what happened in the past. Imagining the relationship between Everleigh and Niles transpire was great. Their romance was not too over the top. There was nothing more than a few kissing scenes. Which for us that appreciate a good clean romance, this was definitely clean. Though not heavy on the romance.

The story line was great. It was a little overwhelming at times trying to figure out what was going to happen. There was so many questions I had as I was reading the story.

I am always a sucker for historical fiction. I appreciated the sprinkling in of historical flash backs.

Susan L. Tuttle’s intertwining of scripture, and pointing to God was the perfect touch. It really drew the reader back to the whole point of our life and the need for Jesus to help us through life.

I do hope that there are more books in this series, as I would love to see what would happen to Everleigh, Niles, John, Brooke, Natalie, Gertie and Burt.

*I was given a copy of the book for personal review from the author. This is my person thoughts and reflections.

I think this might be the first time I reading a novel by Susan Tuttle. I can tell you it definitely won't be my last! I thoroughly enjoyed this story, from the first page, all the way to the end! Lots of fun, action, and adventure! And the characters, especially Everleigh, were just great!

Everleigh's had a bit of a hard life, and rumors have somewhat ruined her reputation, making it a bit hard for her to get a job. So when she gets a unusual job offer, she's intrigued. Everleigh, along with two other women, are hired to be a team (almost like Charlie's Angels) to solve an old mystery involving a famous missing diamond.
I loved reading about this treasure hunt.
The author also includes throwbacks to the older time period, in Austria, when the royal family had to escape for their lives. The mystery involves the gems, did they or did they not, take them with them in their flight for their lives.

I also enjoyed the romantic aspect of this story. Watching Niles and Everleigh meeting, and then getting to know each other...highly entertaining. Both have things in their past causing them to have difficulty trusting anyone. Can they get past that?!

Action packed, and fun, I highly recommend this story.

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Susan Tuttle has started such a great series! I was intrigued the entire time and wanted to know how it would end. Definitely a page turner.

This had Charlie's Angels/ National Treasure vibes and I loved it! There is plenty of adventure as the cast of characters are set into a hunt for a missing diamond. I absolutely enjoyed all the characters in the story but this story focuses on Everleigh. I really enjoyed the journey that we went with her. I really could relate to her introvert side and anxiety of letting others get too close to you. She truly goes through a change and her walls come crumbling thanks to the help of Gertrude and Niles.

I absolutely loved Gertrude! She was definitely my favorite character. She has this no nonsense wisdom and bits of truth bombs that were perfect additions to the story. It was great to see that even despite her disability she didn't let that stop her from being active and a big role in the treasure hunt. Her grandson Niles was overprotective but he also helps Everleigh break down those walls of letting people in. Of course it doesn't hurt that you can feel their attraction for each other jump off the page!!

The author did such a great job with the different settings and the historical aspect of the storyline. At first I thought it would turn into a dual timeline but it is not. She provides you with enough historical background to try solve the mystery of the missing diamond. I mean if you are like me, when I read these types of stories I want to solve the mystery myself. I must say I failed and I was surprised at the end.

I will not divulge too much of this story but know that this is a page turner. I cannot wait to read book 2 and learn more about these ladies that all have very different qualities and gifts they bring to the team. I also can't wait to find out more about the mystery man... Caspar! (you'll have to read the book to know what I am talking about!!)

Overall I really enjoyed this book. It had adventure, mystery, romance and a spiritual thread that focused on God's acceptance and friendships. God didn't intend for us to do life alone despite our intorverted selves. Definitely a must for your reading list!

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I’ve enjoyed all of Susan L. Tuttle’s books, and when I read about her upcoming release, I had to read it. In The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton, Tuttle expands on her contemporary romance roots and adds a bit of mystery in the way of treasure hunt of sorts.

Because of situations in her past, Everleigh is guarded. Maybe a little too much at times, but Tuttle does an excellent job of making her title character both lovable and frustrating. The woman is almost too smart for her own good sometimes.

The characters work well together. The two other women who are brought in on the mysterious search for a lost diamond also have their secrets (which we should get answers two as this series progresses), the woman who Everleigh cares for is insightful and becomes a mentor, and Niles is both aggravating and protective.

While the treasure hunt was interesting and entertaining, the real heart of this story is in the relationships of the characters and Everleigh’s growth as the story progressed. If you’re looking for a novel with realistic relationship dynamics, some travel to beautiful places, and some clues to pick up along the way, The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton checks everything on the list.


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“Wishing about the past is wasted emotion if it doesn’t lead to transformation in your present.”

What a stunning dual timeline novel! I’ve enjoyed Susan Tuttle’s books in the past but this one had me completely mesmerized and captivated. I am partial to dual timeline novels and the author has created a beautifully intricate plot with an Austrian dynasty in early 1900s woven into present day royal heirloom treasure hunt. I loved the Charlie’s Angels-like team of three women as the treasure-hunting trio and am looking forward to the next two books in the series as we get to know them better one by one.

Everleigh was a complex character - aloof, brilliant, and ready to step out of her shell yet so broken, hurt, and confused. Niles was a great character to balance out Everleigh and I adored his sarcasm and hard-won loyalty. Their banter was phenomenal. Aunt Gertie was my favorite; though weighed down by a medical condition, she was sharp, witty, wise, and not afraid to speak her mind. The faith lessons sprinkled throughout the book were spot on and relevant. I loved traveling through Europe and the US with the team as they followed the clues to the heirloom; it was definitely a memorable adventure.

I received a complimentary copy courtesy of Kregel Publications and via JustRead Tours and was under no obligation to post a positive comment. All opinions are my own.

The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton is a wonderful novel that really makes you think but also draws you into the suspense as well. I really enjoyed reading this book. I definitely became more invested in the characters the further into the book I got. They all have issues within their own lives but are brought together for a combined purpose.

Everleigh was someone I really could relate to. She’s an introvert like me. She’s also a nurse and so am I. However, she enjoys caring for the elderly and being one-on-one with people. I can relate!

She gets hired in a very unique way to take care of an older woman who has lost sight. Together they help each other heal. While this is going on she’s also involved in a complicated issue with the woman she had been caring for and her son. Can she keep the two apart? Can she keep herself apart from the other women on the team? They want to make friends but she finds relationships complicate matters. And she has stuff from her past to hide that she doesn’t want to be judged by.

As they search for a missing jewel what they discover along the way is wonderful and fun. I loved the book and the interactions between the characters. They all learned and grew and I can’t wait to see what comes next!

I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from JustRead Publicity Tours. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC regulations.

Susan Tuttle is one of my favorite authors. She has such a talent for creating these deeply immersive worlds with engaging characters and plots that capture your imagination in the best way possible, and I love when I have the opportunity to read one of her novels.

The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton combines mystery and romance with a touch of faith, which just so happens to be one of my favorite combinations! It makes the narrative feel so much more meaningful and captured not only my imagination but my heart as well.

When we first meet Ms. Everleigh, she is having a bit of a bad luck that quickly turns around when a mysterious man offers her my dream job: to help find a much sought after jewel that was lost over a hundred years ago. If it’s found, she will be handsomely compensated, which will help out her situation immensely.

I loved this novel so much! My favorite part of the narrative was the mystery and the hunt for the jewel, but I also loved the relationships that Everleigh cultivated on her journey, especially with Gertie and her hard-nosed nephew, Niles. The character development is flawless, in true Susan Tuttle style, and bonds you to these characters on such a deep level.

The sprinkles of faith throughout the narrative were subtle yet had a powerful impact for me. I found myself thinking about this story even when I wasn’t reading, which just goes to show what a rare jewel this novel truly is. I cannot recommend this novel enough!

I'm not certain if I've ever read any of Susan Tuttle's work in the past, but after reading "The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton", I'm definitely interested in reading more from her. The book is a dual-time story that revolves around three young women who team up to find a royal jewel that has been lost for decades. The story is full of mystery, adventure, faith, and a bit of romance too. The cast of characters is diverse, with each character having their unique personalities and personal boundaries that are tested as the hunt for the jewel progresses. I was delighted to learn that this book is the first in a new split-time series, and I can't wait to read the next installment. If you're a fan of contemporary mystery and suspense romance stories, then you'll want to read this book. I read a complimentary copy of the ebook through NetGalley for JustReads Tours, and I was not required to write a positive review. However, the opinions expressed above are entirely my own.

Is January too soon for a favorite book for the year? The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton is a wonderful combination of mystery, romance and faith that will make it one of my most recommended in 2024.
Everleigh Wheaton is a personal nurse hired to help retired FBI agent Gertrude and assigned to help her solve the largest unsolved mystery in her life of finding a missing royal diamond necklace. A wonderful, diverse group of characters are assigned to help the ladies in their search of the necklace through when hired by a mystery boss. Through this new team, Everleigh learns the lessons friends are needed in life and love can be trusted.
I loved the travel and that the book also did dual storyline with the original necklace owner. I am looking forward to the next book in this series and having them reunited. I am hoping that author Susan Tuttle has started it.
I received a complimentary copy of The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton from Kregel Publishers through JustReads Publicity, but all opinions are my own.

This is a clean, mainly dual perspective romance. There is also a perspective that dips back in history. This book began in an odd and mysterious way with secret invitations and hidden mysteries. The characters all get a good amount of page time and we slowly get to know more about them and this book. Our romantic interests begin in an enemies to lovers trope as our hero is suspicious of our heroine and believes her a con artist. In this search for both a jewel and historical answers, we travel across the ocean. I liked the real life historical Royal information in this book. It was a cool and unique mystery. It was a nice and thorough read.

This book was such a wonderful blend of mystery, romance, history and faith. If you enjoy a good treasure hunt, this is absolutely a book that you won't want to miss. A group of strangers with unique skills are brought together to search for a missing jewel. With so many unique characters, it did take me a little bit to settle who was who, but after I'd got that settled in my mind, I found myself really enjoying this cast of characters. The characters were well written and had me drawn into their stories. I loved the adventure of it all, yes... but the relationships really made the story stand out. I really enjoyed that aspect of the story more than anything.

This is the first book in a new series. The story ends in a way that really has me very much look forward to what is going to happen. I definitely am excited to read more from this group of characters! If you're looking for a great adventure with beautiful faith messages, this is definitely one to check out.


**I received a complimentary copy for consideration. All opinions are my own.

Susan L. Tuttle's The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton sparkles as a radiant gem in the realm of Christian fiction, skillfully intertwining mystery, romance, and faith to craft a narrative that resonates on a meaningful level. This five-star read is a captivating series opener that promises an enchanting journey.

Meet Everleigh Wheaton, a personal care nurse and a remarkable introvert with a passion for unraveling puzzles. Tuttle's meticulous character development brings Everleigh to life, endearing her to readers as a rare jewel with qualities that reflect both resilience and self-reliance. Her journey, marked by a history of undeserved tarnishing, is instantly relatable, making her a compelling figure for introverts and readers alike.

The narrative unfolds like a carefully curated treasure hunt, with Everleigh joined by fellow sleuths Natalie Daughtry and Brooke Sumner on a journey rooted in a century-long, international mystery. Tuttle seamlessly weaves real-life historical events with well-developed characters, creating a storyline rich in detail and emotional depth.

The chemistry between Everleigh and Gertie's nephew, Niles Butler, adds layers of depth to the narrative. Tuttle skillfully navigates their relationship, infusing the story with a blend of flirtation and heartfelt moments, keeping readers eagerly flipping through the pages.

A standout feature of Tuttle's writing is her ability to infuse faith into the narrative. The delicate and impactful way she incorporates spiritual elements lingers long after the book is closed.

One distinctive aspect that resonated profoundly with me was Tuttle's portrayal of introversion. The narrative's depiction of the introvert's experience prompted a serious reevaluation of my own "protective walls." Spending time with God in prayer and His Word continually leads me to surrender every anxious thought, insecurity, and aching wound. As I navigate my own journey, surrendering all to Jesus, I know He will instruct and direct me in the changes He desires. By consistently entrusting myself to Almighty God and maintaining unwavering trust, I am convinced that I will witness His transformative power. Acknowledging my flaws, imperfections, and quirks and anticipating inevitable course corrections, I am totally committed to pressing into the One who graciously forgives all my sins and covers all my flaws with His boundless grace.

This book isn’t merely a great read; if you allow it, it may extend to you a transformative experience that not only celebrates vulnerability but also glorifies God’s power and guidance.

Susan L. Tuttle has crafted a captivating series opener that promises an exciting journey.

I received a digital copy of The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton from Kregel Publications via JustRead Publicity Tour. I am not required to write a positive review nor paid to do so. This is my honest and unbiased review. My thoughts and opinions expressed in this book review are my own. My review focuses on this story’s remarkable content, ensuring transparency and reliability.

This is my first introduction to Susan L. Tuttle’s writings. I have researched and seen that she has written a number of contemporary romance novels. Not that is a bad thing, but for me, most contemporary romances are slow and do not pack a whole bunch of movement in the plot. The synopsis for The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton captured my attention. Who would not like to go on a treasure hunt to find a missing diamond? I was intrigued and decided to read the novel. The characters are different, but each of their individual skills will work together to find the diamond. While that is a good thing, Tuttle makes the characters not trust each other and argue for a long time for the first two-thirds of the novel. Yes, they are working on some clues, but too much time spent arguing and wondering if they should trust each other and how far to reveal their own personal secrets. A romance pops up between Everleigh and a supporting male character. I did not buy it at all. Too much untrust to develop anything. As for the plot, I wanted more history. More searching for the diamond. Most of the plot was dry and dragged on and on. Overall, The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton by Susan L. Tuttle might be good for readers who love her previous novels, but as someone who loves historical romances and suspense novels, this story did not do it for me. I needed more action and movement for the plot to really capture my attention.

I received a complimentary copy of The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton by Susan L. Tuttle through Kregel Publishing and JustRead Tours, but the opinions stated are all my own.