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Silent on the Moor

Book 3 in the series:Lady Julia Grey

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In "Silent on the Moor," the third book in the Lady Julia Grey series by Deanna Raybourn, readers are taken on a gothic journey to Yorkshire in 1889 where Lady Julia Grey and her sister Portia accompany Nicholas Brisbane to his new estate. The story unfolds with mysterious happenings, secrets, Egyptian antiquities, and a touch of the paranormal, all set against the backdrop of a crumbling manor house on the moors. As Lady Julia delves into cataloguing Egyptian artifacts, she uncovers a mummy that leads to questions nobody wants to answer, intertwining with a larger mystery surrounding Brisbane's origins. The plot weaves together romance, mystery investigations, family troubles, and dark secrets, culminating in a satisfying end that leaves readers eager for more.

Characters:

Characters are rich and multifaceted, each contributing to the unfolding mysteries and themes of love and identity.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is characterized by atmospheric prose, humor, and a focus on character development within a gothic setting.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around Julia's pursuit of Brisbane and her exploration of the gothic secrets within Grimsgrave, featuring themes of family, romance, and social issues.

Setting:

Set against the backdrop of a gothic manor in the desolate Yorkshire moors, the setting enhances the mood and themes of mystery and romance.

Pacing:

While pacing can feel slow at times, the gradual emergence of tension and resolution ultimately keeps the reader engaged in the narrative.
“Julia Grey, I would rather see you hanged than watch any sister of mine go haring off after a man who will not have her,” my brother Bellmont raged. “And Portia, I am thoroughly appalled that you wou...

Notes:

Silent on the Moor is the third book in the Lady Julia Grey series.
The book is set in a dilapidated estate called Grimsgrave on the Yorkshire moors.
Lady Julia travels to Yorkshire to follow her love interest Nicholas Brisbane despite his wishes to stay alone.
The story introduces an old aristocratic family, the Allenbys, who are living in reduced circumstances.
The theme explores family secrets and a connection to Egyptology with a collection of artifacts.
The relationship between Lady Julia and Nicholas Brisbane develops more in this book, resolving previous tensions.
A key element in the plot is an attempted poisoning that Julia investigates.
The cover art has been criticized for resembling a typical romance novel, which some feel is misleading.
The narrative includes Gothic elements, creating a dark and mysterious atmosphere.
Character development is significant, revealing more of Brisbane’s troubled past.
The author, Deanna Raybourn, has a distinctive writing style that intertwines humor with suspense and romance.
The book contains themes of social hierarchy and the constraints faced by women in Victorian society.
Fans of the series often praise the chemistry between Julia and Brisbane, but some found this installment less captivating than the first two.

Has Romance?

There is a high degree of romance in the book, with significant emotional investment and development of the relationship between Julia and Nicholas.

From The Publisher:

Come back to the intriguing world of Lady Julia Grey in the beloved historical mystery series from New York Times bestselling author Deanna Raybourn.

Despite his admonitions to stay away, Lady Julia arrives in Yorkshire to find Brisbane as remote and maddeningly attractive as ever. Cloistered together, they share the moldering house with the proud but impoverished remnants of an ancient family-the sort that keeps their bloodline pure and their secrets close. Lady Allenby and her daughters, dependent upon Brisbane and devastated by their fall in society, seem adrift on the moor winds, powerless to change their fortunes. But poison does not discriminate between classes….

A mystery unfolds from the rotten heart of Grimsgrave, one Lady Julia may have to solve alone, as Brisbane appears inextricably tangled in its heinous twists and turns. But blood will out, and before spring touches the craggy northern landscape, Lady Julia will have uncovered a Gypsy witch, a dark rider and a long-buried legacy of malevolence and evil.

Previously published.

Don't miss the complete Lady Julia Grey mystery series by Deanna Raybourn!

Book # 1: Silent in the Grave

Book # 2: Silent in the Sanctuary

Book # 3: Silent on the Moor

Book # 3.5: Midsummer Night (novella)

Book # 4: Dark Road to Darjeeling

Book # 5: The Dark Enquiry

Book # 5.5: Silent Night (novella)

Book # 5.6: Twelfth Night (novella)

Book # 5.7: Bonfire Night (novella)

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It Was OK
1 month

I think I will stop with this one. I know there are more but I think this is a decent conclusion. Plus it's jumped the shark a bit.

 
 
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