The Secret of Pembrooke Park by Julie Klassen

I just finished Julie Klassen's newest book, The Secret of Pembrooke Park out December 2, 2014. While longer than usual, Pembrooke Park was a captivating read! From chapter 16 on, I  could not put the book down. Thank goodness I was on winter break because I was up until 3 AM reading the last half!

Klassen is a fabulous writer, with historical settings in the 19th century including romance and the regency period. Her books remind me of Jane Eyre and Pride and Prejudice. With both dynamic and static characters, Klassen keeps you guessing about the secret of Pembrooke Park up until the very end.

Why couldn't I put it down? Because the mystery appeared to be clear, until another twist or new character came into the peripheral and then my theory was no longer plausible. The romantic plot was tantalizing as well, not knowing for sure which man Abigail would select (or which would be best for her), but secretly pulling for one in particular. Will you select the same man I did? The danger of living in Pembrooke Park continues to escalate as more seedy characters are unearthed, until the secret is revealed! 

I was reminded about the power of family ties and the strength of being rooted with a loving, devoted family of believers. What treasure will you find at Pembrooke Park?