A Widowed Victorian Lady: Traveling companion to an elderly, aristocratic lady, Vanessa Wynters is drawn to Royal Sherringham upon her employer's death. Little does she expect to remain at the estate beyond the funeral itself, or to find herself caught up in the secrets of the Sherringham’s turbulent past or those of the deceased noblewoman’s dark, brooding nephew - Viscount Adrian Marrable. A Mysterious Viscount: Twice wed and twice widowed, the darkly handsome lord is implicated in both his wives’ tragic and untimely deaths. Adrian is captivated by Vanessa’s golden beauty and willingly fulfills his late aunt’s dying wishes. His generous financial support allows Vanessa to remain at Sherringham and pursue her passion for photography. But her growing attraction to the enigmatic viscount proves as unsettling as the ghostly figure that appears in her photographs. Royal Sherringham: An expansive castle-mansion complex in the English West Midlands, its long history dates back to the times of the druids. What mysteries does Sherringham hold, and why did Adrian’s late aunt flee her beloved home to live in self-imposed exile? Now, as the Marrable family gathers after years apart, Sherringham’s unseen residents stir. What might they reveal if the planes between the spiritual and material dimensions are breached? Will Vanessa find an adversary or an ally in the otherworldly presence that beckons from her photographs as secrets are unearthed, shade by shocking shade? Dare Vanessa embrace her blossoming love for the dark viscount or, like her late employer, flee Sherringham forever?
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Kathleen Kirkwood is the pseudonym for award-winning, best-selling author Anita Gordon. She is the recipient of the Romance Writers of America’s 1989 Golden Heart Award and winner of RWA’s Desert Rose Chapter’s 2002 Golden Quill Award among other honors and recognitions. Having an abiding love for history, she enjoys setting her stories in distant times and places long past. They include Medieval adventures and Late Victorian paranormal romances. Kirkwood has returned with her husband to the Southwestern United States, where they first met. Currently, she is bringing out her backlist in digital format and working on a new Kirkwood novel, a haunting tale set on the Chesapeake Bay and the shores of historic Southern Maryland. Look for Pirates’ Moon in late 2013. Visit her at: www.kathleenkirkwoodhistoricals.com
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Great book to sit down with in front of the fire this winter
22 Nov 1999
By Sarah
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I thoroughly enjoyed Ms. Kirkwood's A SLIP IN TIME and was (not so) patiently awaiting her next novel. SHADES OF THE PAST did not disappoint my expectations. This is a well written book, where the characters are interesting to read about although only fairly well developed. That would probably be my biggest criticism of the book, I would have liked to have seen a little more depth to the characters. Our hero is tormented by his previous marriages. He is a bit moody, but I really didn't feel his torment. There does not seem to be a lot of interaction between our hero and heroine, (because our hero keeps running away), yet they are sexually and mentally attracted to one another. If you have so little contact, how can a relationship grow? It seems like they are forever avoiding one another, yet have fallen in love. I would have liked to have seen more communication. The secondary characters give a great boost to the story. Good sister/bad sister, rambunctious brother, interested nephew, eccentric nanny, and corrupt constable, all make for attention grabbing reading.
I found reading about early photography, how it was done, with each step carefully explained, both helpful and informative. With the addition of the paranormal, this book covers just about all the bases. I did feel that our ghost might have been a little too helpful, not leaving much of the mystery for our hero and heroine to solve. Do not look for a twisting turning plot, I figured the "whodoneit" fairly early on, though there are a few surprises in store.
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A GREAT GOTHIC VICTORIAN MYSTERY !
20 Mar 2012
By AC
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It is not so often that I come across, in my opinion, such a great Victorian Gothic mystery ! I have found here, absolutely everything I could hope for and beyond ... Hidden family secrets, scandal, passion, jealousy, deception and murder, a very nasty constable and a Ghost !
From the very beginning this story grabs you and throws you into a whirlwind of very powerful emotions. Royal Sherringham, ancient seat of the Viscounts Marrable has its very own identity and importance. It is heavily charged with history, each architectural details has its significance and memories. Kathleen Kirkwood described in beautiful detail the majestic house in such a way that it magically came to life before my eyes. Ms. Kirwood provides just the right amount of detail, which add an incredible dimension to the story, creating a bizarre, spellbinding and unique atmosphere that pulls you in.
The author has delivered a captivating and intricate story where romance and mystery are perfectly balanced. She skillfully added an unusual element of photography, I have to say I enjoyed that aspect very much. Her interesting explanation blended brilliantly to the storyline.
Vanessa Wynters and Lord Adrian Marrable are attracted to each other from the start but they have to fight it for very different reasons, which adds a lot of exciting sexual tension. I enjoyed the Marrable family and all of its diversity from the Vicount's twin, the sisters, the young nephew and to the old nanny, oh and let's not forget all the departed. They all give the book even more depth and interest.
It was extremely entertaining and exciting to read with not a moment of rest. I highly recommend it. I became a big fan and I eagerly awaits the release of A Slip in Time, but I know I'll have to be patient. With great enthusiasm I give this novel 5 STARS.
From the very beginning this story grabs you and throws you into a whirlwind of very powerful emotions. Royal Sherringham, ancient seat of the Viscounts Marrable has its very own identity and importance. It is heavily charged with history, each architectural details has its significance and memories. Kathleen Kirkwood described in beautiful detail the majestic house in such a way that it magically came to life before my eyes. Ms. Kirwood provides just the right amount of detail, which add an incredible dimension to the story, creating a bizarre, spellbinding and unique atmosphere that pulls you in.
The author has delivered a captivating and intricate story where romance and mystery are perfectly balanced. She skillfully added an unusual element of photography, I have to say I enjoyed that aspect very much. Her interesting explanation blended brilliantly to the storyline.
Vanessa Wynters and Lord Adrian Marrable are attracted to each other from the start but they have to fight it for very different reasons, which adds a lot of exciting sexual tension. I enjoyed the Marrable family and all of its diversity from the Vicount's twin, the sisters, the young nephew and to the old nanny, oh and let's not forget all the departed. They all give the book even more depth and interest.
It was extremely entertaining and exciting to read with not a moment of rest. I highly recommend it. I became a big fan and I eagerly awaits the release of A Slip in Time, but I know I'll have to be patient. With great enthusiasm I give this novel 5 STARS.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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Wonderful romance/ghost/mystery all in one!
15 Jun 2012
By HAR (Calif.)
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This book is one of the best ghost/romance's I've read in a long time! (And I read A LOT) I see it was first published in 1999 and I'm surprised I missed it. I've gotten to where I skim through so many stories because the sex scenes have taken over most of today's books. I didn't have to skim with this story. I was enthralled from the beginning! You pretty much know who the villain is from the first but that's okay. Just reading how it all came together was great and the cast of characters were delightful. I'm excited to see that this author has a new book coming out this year. Looking forward to that very much!
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