Masquerade at Middlecrest Abbey

This beautiful novel first captured my attention when I saw its cover in a Facebook group about three weeks ago. I had not yet heard of the author, Abigail Wilson, nor any of her books. But it was this cover that so captured my attention that shortly after I purchased it. (Maybe it was the real, as I am a sucker for that color). Nevertheless, as soon as I cracked open the cover I quickly realized it was not just the cover that captivates, is the story.

Wilson does a wonderful job writing from the first-person narrative (something I had to get adjusted with but did so), and relays Elizabeth’s feelings and thoughts out so concise, yet also profoundly. It has been a while since I have read a true mystery, but I found myself trying to guess “who done it?” throughout every page. No spoilers, I assure you! But you’ll be guessing, just as I was, all the way through till the last chapter!

Also, the marriage of convenience has always been an interesting idea for me. While I find it fascinating in books, in real life would I? Probably not. But reading about how two people have to learn about each other and get along while also figuring out the “marriage” side of the relationship is just so intriguing. Wilson does a great job of creating that strange tug and pull between the characters and their emotions for each other.

I could not recommend this book enough! I read it in 4 days and stayed up way late last evening finishing it because it is just. That. Good! Go now, get Masquerade at Middlecrest Abbey and begin your mystery hunt!