'God, You have rescued me before. Will You do so again?'

Michelle Griep is an author I will read just on the strength of her name alone. So when I saw this one, I knew it was going on my list! She specializes at this genre, although she is equally good at all genres, switching effortlessly back and forth between theme.

Maggie Lee, opera star, has run away from the stage and taken a house on the lonely moors in southern England. One day, her maid discovers a half dead man, beaten brutally, nearby. Together they haul him to her house and try to tend him. Little does Maggie know that Oliver Ward is an escapee from Dartmoor Prison and that the constable there has done this horrific beating. Said constable is on the warpath to find Oliver and soon shows up at Maggie's door. Oliver hides in a closet and finds the very expensive jewels that he was arrested for! What an amazing turn of events. However, both Maggie and Oliver are both innocent of this deed and now join forces to set out and prove they are both innocent, even though they are sure to encounter much danger on the way to doing just that.

Join Griep as she builds the excitement and tension in yet another wonderful novel from her very talented pen. I found myself gasping quite often. And hating a certain nasty individual. She takes us on quite a ride and I now look forward to her next offering.

*My thanks to the publisher for a copy of this book via Net Galley. The opinions in this review are entirely my own.

This book has a great storyline with memorable characters! It pulls you in from the beginning and has a little bit of everything, action, mystery, and romance.

I may sound presumptuous in saying this, but this might just be my favourite book of 2020. Yes, this is only my second book of the year so far. But it is that good. Mystery, intrigue, suspense, romance, faith, history. This book has it all. From the very first chapter, I didn’t want to put this book down. The characters are so well thought out. The plot maintains your interest throughout, and comes to a satisfying ending. I can’t recommend this book enough. Will be reading more from Michelle Griep.

In this cleverly written novel, Maggie Lee, stage name Daisy Lee, who briefly hides using the moniker Mrs. Margaret Dosett, joins forces with wrongly convicted Oliver Wade to clear his name and bring to justice the true criminal.

Told in two points of view, one third person, the other first person present, this tale features complex characters and has a distinct gothic undertone.

I found Sebastian Barrow particularly fascinating. His twisted interpretation of Scripture and skewed sense of justice is downright creepy. His fate near the end completely surprised me.

As always, Griep's prose is crisp and evocative. While I have frequently come across the subject matter of poverty in Victorian London, here it's depicted in gritty reality in Bath.

If you're looking for rainbows and unicorns, you will not find them here. Forgiveness is an important theme.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC of this wonderful novel.

Wow, what a ride this one was!

I love Michelle Griep's writing and the imagery in the first chapter alone blew me away! And then to see that the male main character has a 3rd person/past tense POV and the female main character has 1st person/present tense—double wow!

The setting is decidedly Gothic, what with the moors, the theme, and the villains. Oliver's situation in the opening chapter is heart wrenching, and Maggie is hiding a secret, and is in fear of being discovered. When their lives collide, we know something spectacular will result from it.

Oliver has been wrongly accused and incarcerated in the worst conditions. His gaoler is a cruel religious fanatic who delights in inflicting pain. When the opportunity presents itself for Ryan to escape, he takes it and ends up wounded in the moors.

When Maggie's maid finds him, Maggie decides to nurse him back to health, even at the peril of being discovered. Despite knowing he's an escaped convict, she doesn't feel threatened and eventually, Maggie and Oliver make a plan to travel to Bath to clear his name and return the jewels.

All the while, the constable is after Oliver and Maggie's former manager wants her back, and these are not good men.

The historical, social, and geographical setting are so well depicted, but didn't feel intrusive on the main plot.

It's Maggie and Oliver and the way their relationship develops that make the story shine. And how it shines! Highly recommend!

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

I was captivated by this compelling story from the gloomy beginning to the sunny ending! The first thing I noticed about The House at the End of the Moor is that it is written from two points of view—first person present tense for Maggie and third person past tense for Oliver. I thought this might be problematic for me since I prefer stories written in third person past tense only; however, Ms. Griep’s skillful crafting of this narrative makes it work for me! The story flows with many twists and turns and builds to a very satisfying conclusion. The characters are well-developed and engaging. To whatever Victorian England setting the adventure takes you—the infamous Dartmoor Prison, the desolate English moor, the filthy slums of Bath, the opulent Ward Manor—you will find vivid, detailed imagery that elicits the sights, sounds, and smells of the locale. As in all of Ms. Griep’s books, spiritual truths are consistently and effectively conveyed. I highly recommend this book!
I received a copy of this book from the publisher via netgalley but was under no obligation to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.

A thrilling Victorian era adventure across the moors of England! A Good Samaritan act puts a young woman in peril, binding the two main characters in a plan to bring justice down on those who have wronged them.
This well written tale has it all--action, treachery, inspiration, and romance--with colorful characters worthy of a Dickens novel. It felt like reading a fast paced classic, reminiscent of The Count of Monte Cristo or Les Miserables, but with a unique plot of its own. The theme of justice is at the center of the story, both on a personal level and in society. Both main characters have reasons to be angry at the injustice done to them, setting up a perfect scenario to seek revenge or choose forgiveness.
"...righteousness belongs to God alone. It will not be found at the hand of man."
There are some powerful moments of surrender, redemption and reconciliation. It was quite moving at times. It reminded me of Psalm 73 where the writer despairs until he realizes that God has not abandoned him and that He will bring justice in the end. Hope for failed relationships and trusting God to help in times of need also added inspiration to the story. The ending included a perfect wrap up and left me in a bit of a book hangover--the sign of a great story.

Recommend to readers who enjoy historical Christian fiction with action, adventure, inspiration and a bit of romance. (A warning for tender readers--there is some violence, associated mainly with the prison and a ruthless guard--but not overly detailed.)

Open Your Heart

This book was a great read. It caught my interest from the start and just got better the farther on I read. An Opera singer hiding in a house on the moors, an escaped convict, a missing ruby necklace, a corrupt politician, an unethical theater manager, a famous Lawyer and a constable with a mean streak all come together to make for an engaging tale in the English countryside and the city of Bath.

The author has done a great job with this book it is well written and engaging. Mr. Barrows the constable kind of reminded me of the Coyote in the Roadrunner cartoon. He would get so close to catching his prey than something would happen to him and the criminal would escape again. He was the character you loved to hate. Quite a frustrating man and a bit comical. I loved that he finally found that God was the answer.

I was so happy to see that Oliver finally reconciles with his father when Oliver stopped wrestling with his faith and let God take over. It was sad that Maggie lost her father but the romance between Oliver and Maggie was heartwarming.

The book is a gem to read, inspirational and engaging. I would definitely recommend it.

Thanks to Michelle Griep, Barbour Publishing and NetGalley for allowing me to read and review an advance copy of the book.

Brava!
Every time I think Michele Griep's writing is at its peak, she comes out with something even better than anything she's written before. Everything about this book- the intrigue, the story premise, the historical content, and the crafting of her words- has been beefed up. I highly recommend!
This book was provided to me by the publisher, but as always, my opinions are my own.

This book is amazing!

No, really -- it truly is. I enjoy reading historical romance novels set in the 18th to 19th centuries, but many feel the same. The characters change, the settings change, but the plot, for the most part, stays constant.

This book broke the cycle in the best of ways. "The House at the End of the Moor" contains a refreshingly original and fast-paced plot with a strong cast of memorable characters. We see strong growth as the plot progresses, ride out a few twists and turns, duck a few curve balls, enjoy the redemption of seemingly irredeemable characters and ultimately land right in the middle of a satisfyingly happy ending. The closest title I can think of would be Les Misérables, but there are only faint similarities to the main plot.

Michelle Griep masterfully sets the stage on page one and she doesn't let up for the entire story. I felt like I was right in the middle of the Moor with Oliver and Maggie. We feel Oliver's anguish as he watches his friend suffer in prison and we cringe at the pain caused by the efforts of a misguided constable (think Paul persecuting the Christians -- you wouldn't be too far off). We feel the tension between Oliver and his father thanks to their cargo-hold's worth of past emotional baggage. And, yes - we also get to watch interest gradually take root and grow between our two main characters in the sweetest of ways.

Blush factor: squeaky clean
Violence: a fair amount of light violence, with somewhat graphically described injuries
Language: again, squeaky clean

I wholeheartedly recommend this title and look forward to re-reading it myself at a later date.

Thank you, publisher and author, for granting an advance copy of this title in exchange for a review! All opinions expressed are my own.

This author has a unique voice and I always enjoy the stories she weaves. Her talented writing pulls me back in time and for a history buff, it's a special treat. Although set many years ago the themes addressed in the book are current and enduring. Not only are societal issues tackled, the importance of faith, family relationships, and the heart of a person shine bright in this novel..
" But I fear you judge the wealthy too harshly. Not all who are rich are self-centered money-mongers, just as not all who are poor are virtuous. Having lived amongst both the rich and the needy, I find it is the heart of the person that makes the man, not the amount of coin in his pocket."

Delightful read!
Michelle Griep's writing ability takes you on a little vacation to another time, another place.
The main characters in this book have integrity and as they experience several challenging situations they listen to the whisper of the Holy Spirit to guide them and thus change them from the inside out. It not only changes them but has a ripple effect on the lives of others.
I enjoyed the story line and the intrigue that surrounded how Oliver came to need refuge and who is Maggie and why is she living almost alone at the end of the moor?

I absolutely enjoyed reading 'The House at the End of the Moor' and would rate it as one of my favourite reads this year. This book had me hooked from the first page until the last. In fact, i didn't really want it to end! I seldom write what the story is about as i prefer one to read the book for themselves, but i can highly recommend. I am hoping to read more titles by Michelle Griep.

My thanks to Netgalley and the Publishers for my copy. This is my honest review which i have voluntarily given.

From the very beginning Michelle Griep’s new book, The House at the End of the Moor, grips your attention. I couldn’t help but read and read as the story pulled me in further and further. The characters were so interesting and it was compelling to learn more about them, their fears, and what they were running and hiding from. I loved the expressions of faith and the truths shared. The love story was sweet, clean, and beautiful. And the ending was lovely and full of joy for so many good characters. Great book that I definitely recommend!
I received a complimentary copy of the book. All opinions are my own and are expressed voluntarily.

What a fantastic story!
I enjoyed almost everything about this story and was pulled right into the moors of Dartmoor and the exciting city of Bath. The descriptions of landscape and city life are beautifully illustrated making it easy for the reader to immerse themselves into the setting.
The connections between characters are creative, and the revelations of those connections are timed perfectly. The hero and heroine recognize each other, but only in vague terms until after a few days together circumstances force them to confront their true identities.
The antagonists are truly despicable characters. One gets a redemptive story which played out rather strangely, but it seemed to work (once the reader understood how he had become what he was).
Secondary characters play an essential role throughout the entire novel. They each are likable and show how time, circumstances, and God’s mercy can change people.
This is definitely a romance, but I found it was more focused on the plot and when it did shift to romantic scenes, they were drawn out (in a good way) long enough for the reader to gain a sense of where things were headed. The romance would leave off for a time while characters tried to solve their problems and escape the antagonists.
The House at the End of the Moor is a story of learning to trust, forgiveness, walking in mercy and meting out justice. It draws the comparison of justice versus vengeance, and justice by man versus justice by God.
I received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own.

I loved this book! I could not stop reading and the author kept me on my toes. I was so intrigued to figure out how the mystery would be solved the whole way through.
What could go wrong when a handsome stranger shows up needing help from someone who is hiding from her own secrets. There is a mystery surrounding both Oliver and Maggie. Both have to figure out how to trust eachother in order to right the wrong. Will there be a little romance along the way? You will have to read this book to find out.
This author did so well in her writing. I loved the way she wrote very deceptively when we were in Maggie's perspective. She did so well with flowing the story. I was invested in these characters and was rooting for them from the very start.
I received this book freely and chose to give my opinion.

The House at the End of the Moor
by Michelle Griep
Oh, the intrigue! Hunted by their past Oliver and Maggie Lee are on the run.
When Maggie’s housemaid discovers Oliver a breath away from death near the house Maggie opens her home for him to mend. Little does Maggie realize Oliver's presence has exposed her to the very thing she is running from. Her secluded hideaway is no longer a safe haven but a trap. Together they run to find justice and free themselves from their past.
I thought this was a very fun book to read. It was well written and easy to follow making it hard to put down. If you’re looking for some adventure and romance in one this is a book to check out.
I received a copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion.

I really enjoyed this book. I have enjoyed several books by this author, and they keep getting better! This one stuck with me for several days after I read it. I enjoyed the characters and the setting. Definitely one for the keeper shelf!

I received a copy of this book in order to facilitate my review. I was not obligated to leave a positive response, and all opinions are my own.

This book has a Jane Eyre feel. Maggie, who has isolated herself in the house at the end of the moor, is hiding a secret. When her maid stumbles across a man injured and takes him into their home.
I was hooked from the very beginning. The characters of Maggie and Oliver are intriguing, strong, and God-fearing. Their quest for justice, drove them into an exciting adventure. The twists and turns kept me turning the pages, and their growing affection for one another was sweet and alluring. This was a clean Christian romance adventure. Although there were some cruelty and violence (beatings) they were not so gruesome to offend, but added to the depth of the story. I would recommend this book. It has so many facets of genres, romance, adventure, history, Christian values and forgiveness. I would also recommend this author for her other books. I received this book from the publisher through net galley for an honest review.

Escaped Convict. Woman in Hiding. Stolen Jewelry. Treachery. False Accusations. Revenge. Justice. Trust.

I was hooked from page one. Reminiscent of Jane Eyre, The House at the End of the Moor is full of intrigue and suspense… nothing is as it appears. I honestly had a hard time putting it down!

The character development was so flawless and clever. Through her use of language, Michelle Griep made the dramatis personae come to life. I found myself desiring justice and redemption for the characters, but including the point of view of one of the villains, challenged my raw emotion and granted me a deeper understanding. Both unique and refreshing.

“How long will that angry beast living inside him continue to override his good reason?”

I look forward to reading more from this spellbinding author!

Red Review: ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
*** 5 Stars: Compelling Characters, Well-Written, Interesting Storyline, Unable to Stop, Desire to Re-Read

I can't say enough about Michelle Griep's books. She writes such heart-felt fiction, and this one is no exception.
Oliver and Maggie are both struggling with the hand life has dealt them - he's fighthing to prove his innocence, she's holding tight to maintain a quiet life of anonymity. When their worlds collide, each will risk their own hard-won ground to aide the other.
Maggie and Oliver are very realistic characters, and Ms. Griep writes male and female characters equally well.
I have to say, in this book, I was also especially impressed with the bad guy. Mr. Barrow is the worst kind of bad guy, he believes he is "righteous" in everything he's doing. The effect of his encounters with those around him and his character development throughout the story add a new perspective and dimension to the usually flat character of the typical bad guy.
Michelle Griep manages to cover so many aspects of conflict in this book - right vs. wrong, justice vs. revenge, family conflict, inner conflict with oneself, past vs. present - and manages to do them all justice in depth and genuineness.
I read all of her books and will continue to do so. You just know it's going to be good.

Thank you net galley for the advance reader copy of this novel. This was a historical fiction novel that was part romance and part crime/mystery and I LOVED IT!!! I am so very grateful that I got to read this novel. Maggie and Oliver were great characters with a slow burn romance. The theme of forgiveness is prevalent throughtout.....between father and children, captor and prisoner, etc. The action and twists in this novel were well crafted and kept me turning the pages as this book. It might be helpful to label chapters of sections based on who is talking. I loved everything about novel and can't wait to read more by this author.

The plot of this book was very unexpected! I was completed captivated by the characters in this book. Oliver and Margaret are both in need of rescue and they find it difficult to trust anyone. Ms. Griep writes characters of incredible depth and readers will find themselves cheering for their "release from captivity". I loved the descriptions of the Moors and the sanctuary it provides to Oliver and Maggie. This book is entertaining and a lovely book to read.

This is an astoundingly, brilliant book! Every time I read anything by Michelle Griep, I am struck by how vivid her scenes and character interactions are. It is not just the visual to which I refer, but her writing evokes all the senses...her word choice allows me to see, hear, feel, and taste whatever is affecting the characters. This book is no exception. I have loved reading Charles Dickens's books, and I feel as though I, myself, write in a similar style to that of Dickens. What I have noticed about Michelle Griep's books is that her character names reflect the look and behavior of that character...much in the way Dickens did. One only has to know the name of a character to imagine the type of person this is. I loved Oliver's and Daisy's journey from the moor and back again. Their journey was not just a physical one but spiritual as well. And so was it for the other characters in the book. The underlying theme of forgiveness played well into the Christian Fiction subject matter, and it seemed as though all characters had something they needed forgiven and something for which they needed to forgive in others. And the picture of Oliver Ward in my mind is something I will not forget. He is a quintessential hero who will go to the ends of the earth to protect those he loves. And he is super handsome. The moor, as a backdrop to much of this book, seemed symbolic for the chaos in which the character lives have gone. And so many reminders of Jane Eyre (it.). The direction of this book is as windswept as the moor, and the characters are as alive as if they have just jumped out of the book. I loved the chemistry between Oliver and Daisy...and I quite liked the sweet scenes between Oliver and his father, two powerful men at odds...as well as the amazing scenes between Oliver and Daisy as their love grows. The only issue I had was the first-person narrative for Daisy and, then, the jumping in and out to third-person narrative for the other characters. I am not always a fan of first person, so it took me a few chapters to adjust to this technique in this author's latest book. Most of hers have all been in the third person. I prefer third person since that allows an unbiased view of each character's thoughts and feelings. However, when I referenced Jane Eyre (it.) earlier, I know that is written in the first person, and that book is, of course, a classic. So it is fitting that Michelle Griep chose to set the House at the End of the Moor in the spirit of Jane Eyre (it.), one of the greatest books. I was given an advanced reader copy of this book by Net Galley, and this is my honest opinion. I highly recommend this book to all! :)

I absolutely loved this book. I liked this character development and how the book ended. I would definitely recommend this book to my friends and family.

A wonderfully story, beautifully written. Well developed characters. Excellent story line. Experience it for yourself. You will not be disappointed. Five stars.

I received an ARC from Barbour Publishing, via NetGalley. This review is my opinion.

Another great book by Michelle Griep. When the story starts we first meet Oliver who has been wrongly accused and sent to Dartmoor prison, by this moment we have more questions than answers. Then we meet Daisy, she has been hiding in a house in the moors, she has many regrets and an evil enemy. When her servants find Oliver almost dead, she struggles with aided him or not, she helps him and we meet another important character in this story. Barrow the man in charge of the prison and who has a dark secret and through the story we will learn more of him. Fullied with suspense, a mystery in this story we have a lot of humanity. The sorrow and pain, regrets, unforgiveness, and wrong conception of justice take this story in an interesting dimension. Michelle Griep challenges us to see our lives and how forgiveness not only can set us free but open a new opportunity we may never think possible. What I like about this story is that although their romance, I believe is not the main focus. But each character in the story is, I like how all the elements work well together. Great book! I recommend it!

Another fabulous story by Michelle Griep. She’s in the top tier of Christian fiction writers as her stories always have a wealth of historical detail combined with an intriguing storyline. This book is one of her best yet. The characters had depth, and if I could, I would have read the whole book straight through without stopping. If you love Christian historical fiction, don’t miss this one! I’m already looking forward to reading her next book.

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

Michelle is one of my favorite writers with her sense of humor and great romances. The mystery element is just icing!

4.5 Stars!

I really enjoyed this book!

Michelle has such a fabulous writing style, always enchanting me and reminding me of classical authors. A pure pleasure to read.

The House at the End of the Moor was the perfect historical escape and was fantastically intriguing with marvelous story-telling and fascinating themes.

This book showed that words have power. That speaking out with Courage, Light, and Truth can change everything. The characters are faced with terrible injustices and broken pasts, but they must learn to trust God and one another with their uncertainty and pain and hope for a bright future while fighting for justice and freedom.

Some other strong themes throughout the story were the power of forgiveness and reconciliation. That repentance is possible even with the most wicked of pasts.

I thought the romance was also extremely well done. There was quite a bit of chemistry, but it wasn’t super insta-love, which was honestly hugely refreshing.

One of my favorite parts of this book was the intriguing historical elements. For instance, a career as a female opera singer in the Victorian period. And the horrors of Dartmoor Prison (which is actually still in operation to this day).

This was a fabulous read, and I highly recommend it!

Note: I received a copy of this book for Free, and a positive review was not required.

All Maggie Lee wants out of life now is to be left alone. On the Moors, tucked away at the very of the end of the lane she lives only with a housekeeper and a handyman. Until one day when a man is found on the bank of a river, wounded and barely breathing.
Ward Oliver has recently escaped for a prison work detail to prove his innocence. Knowing that he must keep moving for the guard that is chasing him, then he discovers that Maggie is tied in with what the crime he was convicted of, he confronts her only to have her plead her innocence. How much can he believe her? Can he trust her to help him find the truth?
I do have to point out that, that although this author is one that I really enjoy, her writing style my not be for everyone. When the narrative of the story is told by Maggie it is in the first person style, however when told by Ward, it is in the third style person. Going back and forth can interrupt the flow of the story for some people.
I enjoyed this book and I think that anyone who likes historical fiction.