Attention historical fiction readers! Michelle Griep has written another fantastic story! Her new book, Of Silver and Secrets, filled with wonderful banter, secrets, mystery, intrigue, humor, and romance, will keep you thoroughly engaged and continuously turning the pages to read what happens next.

Griep with her extraordinary characters and exquisite, vivid prose transports us back in time to the Victorian era of 1889, England. Upon arrival we meet again Bram Webb, a professor and archeologist, who was first introduced in Of Gold and Shadows, the first book in this delightful Time’s Lost Treasures series. Bram is on the hunt for a legendary Christian Roman settlement to save his and his Uncle’s positions at Trinity College. 

Eva Inman, a once childhood friend of Bram’s, is overwhelmed as she tries to desperately keep her family’s crumbling estate going and take care of her blind sister Penny. Eva turns to Bram for help when an ancient silver ring is discovered while plowing the cursed acres. Together, will they save Bram’s and Uncle Pendleton’s jobs and the estate? Join them on their journey as they overcome obstacles, at every turn, while learning to work and grow together in love and faith. Learning to forgive yourself for things not in your control is the message threaded throughout this awesome story by Griep, which Eva struggled with.

Of Silver and Secrets, an unforgettable historical Christian mystery romance, which can be read as a standalone, was truly a joy to read. I highly recommend it to everyone who enjoys historical women’s fiction, romance, and mysteries.

A complimentary copy of this book was provided by Bethany House Publishers via NetGalley through Interviews & Reviews. I was not obligated to write a favorable review, and all opinions are my own.

I randomly stumbled upon Of Silver and Secrets, and when I opened the book to start reading, I discovered it was book 2. Therefore, I promptly ordered book 1 from the library and DEVOURED it. Therefore I had high expectations going into this book, and I was not disappointed.

The hint of mystery in the book was so well written, and the resolution had my jaw on the floor. I was surprised, to say the least!

Bram and Eva were hilarious, and I cackled my way through the book. Penny was a delight, as was Uncle Pendleton. The characterization was wonderful in this book!

Overall, easy five stars! Granted, it's pretty easy to get five stars out of me.

I received a complimentary copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

Another brilliant historical mystery by Michelle Griep! This one was a little less weighty on the mystery element as the first book, but did still have its fair share. The mystery was a bit more realistic however, in that you didn't know it was a mystery until it was being solved. Fans of the series will enjoy learning more about Bram Webb, who was a minor character in book 1, and getting to catch up briefly with Edmund and Ami. But if you haven't read the first book (or like me, it's been a hot minute), you won't be lost reading this one on its own. This story follows Bram Webb, a history professor at Trinity in Cambridge, whose job is on the line, along with his uncle's. It also follows Eva Inman, childhood friend of Bram's, who has found herself responsible for a failing estate. When their paths cross due to an artifact found in her field, no one could predict what all would happen next. Throw in a couple of age-old rivalries and you have the makings of a great tale!

This story, though filled with both romance and mystery read a lot like women's fiction, which I absolutely loved. Rather than focusing on the romance itself, the issues facing both of the main characters were their main focus and the romance happened in the background, which is how I like to see the romance happen. There was a solid faith thread as both main characters learned to trust in God's timing and God's view of their lives and I enjoyed how He worked in and through these characters who felt like friends. Bram's uncle Pendleton and Eva's sister Penny made delightful side characters as well and added depth to the story. I enjoyed the natural story arc and the way the mystery played out, coming to a head towards the end. All in all, this was a thoroughly enjoyable read and is one I can easily recommend to fans of historical romance, women's fiction, and mysteries. Special thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for an advance e-copy of this novel. I was under no obligation to provide a review and the thoughts contained herein are my own.

This is a delightful sequel to Of Gold and Shadows, though it can be read as a standalone. Bram, introduced in book 1, is a professor of Roman history. Eva, who had her heart broken by Bram as a child, is desperately trying to save her home when Roman artifacts are found on her land.

Both characters face difficult circumstances. Eva is caring for her blind sister while Bram’s uncle, a fellow professor, has cognitive issues. Both also have secrets that severely burden their hearts. These are likable characters with great chemistry. The story is charming and filled with witty banter appropriate for the time period.

This is Christian fiction so you can expect prayer and discussions about faith, God, and His sovereignty.

I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to everyone, especially lovers of historical fiction and archaeology.

Family friendly.

Thanks to NetGalley and Bethany House. I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Of Silver and Secrets is a gem of a book. I will admit I was a little iffy on if I would like this one because Of Gold and Shadows was just average for me. Of Silver and Secrets far exceeded my expectations. It wasn't moody like most of Griep's other novels are, but I appreciated that. This installment in the series has more archeological details that I felt were lacking in Of Gold and Shadows.

Eva and Bram struggled with the same issue, but it was written in different ways. I liked how Griep wrote this. The true highlight in this novel are the secondary characters. I adored Professor Pendleton and Penny. Professor Pendleton is eccentric. I couldn't quite tell the source of such eccentricity, but I think Griep leaves that up to the read. What an interesting (and somewhat heartbreaking) storyline Penny has with being blind, yet incredibly intelligent.

The mystery of this novel is much more captivating than in Of Gold and Shadows. That plot turn at the end left my mouth open. 5 stars for Of Silver and Secrets!

Thank you to NetGalley and Bethany House for this complimentary ARC. All opinions are my own.

OF SILVER AND SECRETS is the second novel in the Time’s Lost Treasures series by MICHELLE GRIEP, but it can easily stand alone. The book has all you need for a most enjoyable read - delightful characters, a sweet romance, a couple of villains, treasure, superstition, a possible curse and a lovely message of hope in God and His wonderful mercy, all in the setting of an archeological dig at Inman Manor in Royston.
It is 1889 and Eva Inman has been left to cope with a crumbling manor house and her blind sister, Penny, with no money to pay her taxes. She also carries a heavy load of guilt…..
Bram Webb, a childhood friend, with his uncle Pemberton, are professors of history at Trinity College, Cambridge. Bram is determined to unearth a Caelum Academia, the proof of a Christian hideout during the time of Roman persecution, in order to save his beloved, brilliant and forgetful uncle’s reputation……
With Bram’s return to Royston to work on the dig on her land, not only artifacts are brought to the surface!
I don’t want to tell you any more for fear of spoiling things for you.
I cannot recommend this truly lovely book strongly enough.
I was given a free copy of the book by NetGalley from Bethany House Publishers. The opinions in this revieware completely my own.

We briefly met Bram in the story of Edmund and Ami, but now we get Bram's story. Bram's story is a tale of childhood friends who fell out and moved away. Reunited by accident, they discover their pull for each other is stronger than ever. Just a lot more complicated.

I loved how as a reader you KNEW that the archaeology site was going to be exactly what they wanted, but wow. Talk about waiting until the very last moment and a LOT of ups and downs for everything to work out. Then the startling turn part way through the book with a new "villain" who may be worse than any of the others!

The message of forgiving oneself for things that were completely out of your control is big. To be able to move forward from past mistakes so they don't keep dragging the future down. And complete 100% trust in God as a good God who takes care of His children.

Personally, I preferred book #1, but this one was still good!

4 Stars
*Thank you to the publishers and NetGAlley for an ARC of this book. All opinions are 100% my own.

Of Silver and Secrets transported me to 1889 England. Eva, the owner of Inman Manor, along with her blind sister, Penny, gets re-acquainted with Eva's childhood friend, Bram, and his quirky and forgetful uncle. Bram is in charge of the archeological dig site on Inman Manor. The story has a lot of intrigue, suspense, villains, twists, and turns. I love stories that include archaeological sites, so this was a plus.

The author combines historical details and fiction woven at its finest. The story is filled with moments of sadness, fear, faith, and extreme joy, as I turned the pages, not knowing what to expect next. A twist in the story brought me to tears, while the ending was inspirational, filled with faith, and a beautiful romance.

I read the book in one sitting and hated for it to end. It left a lasting impression on me. Highly recommended.

This book was everything I wanted it to be! Michelle Griep masterfully weaves together romance, mystery, and history. The story of Eva Inman and Bram Webb pulled me in from the very first page and refused to let go! Eva and Bram’s childhood history added a layer to this story that I loved! It gave the reader glimpses of who they each were at their core. I loved that Bram slowly broke down Eva’s walls by just being himself. The mystery element was threaded into this story just enough to add intrigue without distracting from the romance. The conclusion was a bit nail biting, but the author definitely won’t leave you without a happily ever after!
If you love historical fiction with slow-burn romance, high emotional stakes, and a touch of mystery, this book is a must-read.

[Thank you to @netgally and to Bethany House Publishers for my gifted copy of this title in exchange for an honest review.]

Set in 1889 England, Of Silver and Secrets follows Eva Inman and Bram Web. Eva is struggling to hold onto her family’s home and take care of her sister who is blind. Bram is a professor and archeologist working to prove the existence of an ancient Roman Christian settlement and save he and his uncle’s careers. Eva and Bram have some past history together, but do they have a future?

I really enjoyed the first book of this series, Of Gold and Shadows, so I was really excited at the opportunity to read Of Silver and Secrets!

I enjoyed this second book just as much as the first and would recommend reading the first book first, though this second book could absolutely be read as a stand-alone. We do meet the characters from Of Gold and Shadows again but only briefly, and I wouldn’t say that there are any spoilers in that meeting.

Read this for:

-Christian faith themes
-Mystery
-Clean romance
-Victoria era England
-Archeology
-Plot twists
-Second-chance romance

Definitely recommend!

"Buried underneath are truths bent on keeping them apart....

In 1889 Victorian England, Eva Inman is haunted by guilt over her parents' deaths while struggling to care for her blind sister and manage her family's crumbling estate. With the tax deadline looming, Eva's situation looks dire until an ancient silver ring is unearthed on the property. Despite superstitions warning against disturbing the supposedly cursed acres, Eva's need for funds ignites her curiosity about the potential of finding more buried relics.

Cambridge professor Bram Webb must prove a legendary Christian Roman settlement exists, or he'll risk exposing his uncle's deteriorating memory and they'll both lose their positions. Then Eva steps into his office with the prospect of an archaeological dig that might lead to the very evidence Bram requires - provided he and Eva can set aside painful memories of a time they would rather forget. As the dig forces the two to confront their pasts, the work becomes fraught with challenges that threaten Eva's and Bram's hopes, as well as the growing attraction between them.

Dive into the past in this clean historical romance as Michelle Griep transports you to Victorian England with an appealing mix of mystery, Roman archaeology, and charming banter. This enthralling tale will appeal to fans of Mimi Matthews, Andrea Penrose, Anna Lee Huber, and Miss Scarlet and the Duke."

Oh, I like the Roman archaeology angle!

"Though truth might be absolute, discerning the right course of action when living that truth was often anything but obvious."

Michelle Griep has a talent for bringing the Victorian era to life vividly. I absolutely adored traveling to 1889 England with its passion for archeological digs and awakened sense of social justice amidst crumbling manors and restrictive world of academia. Eva was a wonder - a woman grown up too quickly with a world of responsibilities on her shoulders. Bram was completely and utterly delightful as a reformed bad boy, passionate about family and Roman antiquities, faithful, steadfast, and clever. Their conversations were truly gems strewn throughout the book. Eva's faith journey, encouraged and supported by Bram, was a beautiful unfolding of vulnerability and fears culminating in trust and obedience. Penny was a lovely secondary character and perhaps there will be a book about her someday when she's grown. I really enjoyed learning about the Roman Christians' settlement in England and the mystery and suspense wrapped around the dig site added depth to this historical romance.

Fans of historical romance, especially those set in Victorian England, look no further for your next book. Bram and Eva will captivate and dazzle you.
I received a complimentary copy courtesy of Bethany House via Interviews & Reviews and NetGalley. I was under no obligation to post a positive comment. All opinions are my own.

Of Silver and Secrets by Michelle Griep is a most delightful story.

Bram and Eva's story is gripping and captivating. Having a history, Eva is reluctant to give Bram a second chance. But the professor has information that may help Eva save the family's estate.

Ms. Griep story is very well written and captured me from the start. She is a great story teller. This one is totally engaging and hard to put down. A clean romance with well rounded characters. Mystery and faith that will keep you guessing.

I received a complimentary ebook copy from the publisher, through Net Galley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Of Silver and Secrets is the second book of the Time's Lost Treasure series, which in my opinion can be read as a stand alone novel. This historical novel is a blend of mystery and romance. There are a few unexpected plot twists. It as an enjoyable read with a strong focus on Christian beliefs.

I thought this was Michelle's best yet! Oh my!
I finished this one well into the early morning hours. It was wonderful!
The many secrets and fears that came pouring out was wowzers!
Made me scooter to the edge of my seat to see what would happen next!
Fear is definitely not a good feeling to have. It stops a person from doing the things they want to do sometimes.
I loved that God's grace was shown to these two wonderful characters that I had cone to love.
There's a bit of archeology and mystery that kept me turning the pages. The way Griep described the digs made me feel like I was there.
I certainly didn't want this adventure to end. I love her stories but this one will definitely be my favorite.
I'm going to add it to my shelf of favorites when it comes out.
5 stars for a job well done! I highly recommend.

Of Silver and Secrets is the second book in the Time's Lost Treasures series. While the first book was also great and I'd certainly recommend it, I do think this one could be enjoyed as a standalone as well.

Once again Michelle Griep has knocked it out of the park with a historical read that is the perfect blend of romance and mystery! Bram and Eva have some difficult history between them, but when an ancient ring is found on her property, she seeks out an expert to help and to hopefully use the find to save her family's estate... that expert just so happens to be Bram, and it might just be the find that he needs to save his job. To say this title fits the story perfectly would be an understatement... there certainly were a whole lot of secrets to uncover in this story... I found myself at the edge of my seat wondering how everything would play out... with so many twists and turns to keep me guessing. I always love when authors share about the real history behind the story as Michelle Griep did with this one at the end... I enjoyed the story already, but it always makes me appreciate the story that much more to see the inspirations and history behind it. If you enjoy Christian historical mysteries, this is absolutely one you'll want to experience for yourself.

**ARC received via Netgalley for consideration. All opinions are my own.