Masquerade at Middlecrest Abbey by Abigail Wilson

Genre: Historical Romance 
Publisher: Thomas Nelson 
Released: May 26, 2020
323 pages

About the Book:

When the widowed Lord Torrington agreed to spy for the crown, he never planned to impersonate a highwayman, let alone rob the wrong carriage. Stranded on the road with an unconscious young woman, he is forced to propose marriage to protect his identity, as well as his dangerous mission.

Trapped by not only the duty to her country but her limited options, Miss Elizabeth Cantrell and her illegitimate son are whisked away to Middlecrest Abbey by none other than the elder brother of her son’s absent father. She is met by Torrington’s beautiful grown daughters, a vicious murderer, and an urgent hunt for the missing intelligence that could turn the war with France. Afraid of what Lord Torrington might do if he learns of her son’s true identity, Elizabeth must remain one step ahead of her fragile heart, her uncertain future, and the relentless mystery person bent on her new family’s ruin.

My Rating & Thoughts:    ⭐⭐⭐⭐

This is a marriage of convenience story. When Lord Torrington and Elizabeth get married and return to Middlecrest Abbey a suspicious death happens and the two try to investigate while also keeping up the pretense of the reason for their quick marriage. I enjoyed trying to figure out the mystery and watching the two of them keep up their pretense in front of everyone at the home. I would have liked to have seen more of the romance develop between them on the page rather than them thinking about their feelings. I wasn't sure who to trust and was suspicious of quite a few people until we discover the actual culprit. I enjoyed this story.

Favourite Quote: 

“God does not reserve forgiveness for a select few.”

(I borrowed this book from the library; opinions expressed 

in this review are my honest opinion and completely my own.)