Historical Fiction Book Review: The House at the End of the Moor
About the Book
Title: The House at the End of the Moor
Author: Michelle Griep
Genre: Historical Fiction/Romance
Publisher: Shiloh Run Press
Release Date: April 1, 2020
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Publisher's Description
"What Can a London Opera Star and an Escaped Dartmoor Prisoner Have in Common?
Opera star Maggie Lee escapes her opulent lifestyle when threatened by a powerful politician who aims to ruin her life. She runs off to the wilds of the moors to live in anonymity. All that changes the day she discovers a half-dead man near her house. Escaped convict Oliver Ward is on the run to prove his innocence, until he gets hurt and is taken in by Maggie. He discovers some jewels in her possession—the very same jewels that got him convicted. Together they hatch a plan to return the jewels, clearing Oliver’s name and hopefully maintaining Maggie’s anonymity."
My Review
The House at the End of the Moor,
by Michelle Griep, is a captivating novel made utterly enthralling by
its hearty blend of action, suspense, adventure, faith, and romance.
From the first sentence to the very last word, this historical fiction
story is truly compelling. With unexpected twists and stunning
surprises, this book absolutely entertains with immersive settings, unforgettable characters, and authentic moments of hope and redemption.
In The House at the and of the Moor,
Ms. Griep once again puts her extraordinary writing talent on full
display as she thoughtfully places words upon the page while arranging a
literary melody that inspires them to dance before the reader. Her
singular style of storytelling never fails to reveal the unvarnished
secrets of Regency England. Her writing is descriptively riveting,
always surrounding the reader in rich historical and sensory details.
From
dank jail cells, to moors shrouded in mist, to forgotten neighborhoods,
to opulent homes, Ms. Griep leads the reader through settings that are
raw and memorable. And within these integral settings, she places
complex characters that are resilient, believable, and resourceful.
Though they often make decisions fueled by the traumas of their past,
they still manage to hold on to hope while pursuing justice,
forgiveness, restoration, and love. Even while shouldering the weight of
undeserved accusations, they persevere and act with courageous
self-sacrifice enabling them to discover the true value of freedom and
grace.
The House at the End of the Moor
is a genuinely enticing tale, wholly unforgettable and inspiring. It is
a remarkably worthy book that certainly deserves to be savored and then
shared. I recommend it wholeheartedly.
*I
was given a copy of this book by the publisher. A review was not
required. The review I have written is voluntary and contains opinions
that are entirely my own.
About the Author: Michelle Griep
"I hear voices. Loud. Incessant. And very real. Which basically gives me
two options: choke back massive amounts of Prozac or write fiction. I've
been writing since I discovered blank wall space and Crayolas. I seek to glorify God in all that I write--except for that graffiti phase I went through as teenager." --Biography from Michelle Griep's author page on Amazon.com.
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