The Bird of Bedford Manor
Ruined by her father’s sins, Juliet Finch is forced to poach for survival…until she is caught by the master of Bedford Manor and is charged with tracking a stalker—one that becomes the prey herself.
Bedfordshire, England, 1820: Ruined by the sins of her father, Juliet Finch is cast into a life of self-reliance. Survival is a harsh taskmaster, but she is a quick learner and excels at tracking and snaring wild game to feed herself. Juliet embraces her new identity until the day Henry Russell catches her poaching on his land--a crime punishable by death. Henry, however, has other offenses on his mind: namely, the troublesome stalker who's making a misery of his sister's life. To try to put a stop to her torment, Henry charges Juliet with tracking the elusive villain so he can be brought to justice. Using her skills, Juliet hunts down the rogue. . .but may just become the prey herself.
What others are saying about The Bird of Bedford Manor . . .
“Griep masterfully conjures a dark, uneasy atmosphere as the threats against Charity and Juliet grow increasingly dire, while the chemistry between rule-following Henry and feisty Juliet adds energy. Fans of clean historical fiction will be swept up.”
“The Bird of Bedford Manor captured me from the first, finely wrought line. Michelle Griep’s fast-paced, unpredictable storytelling shines brightly in this Regency novel that is as clever as it is colorful. The lush English setting is another coup. Bravo!”
“What a thrilling tale! Full of witty banter and clever prose, Griep delivers yet another engaging story with enough sigh-worthy romance and thought-provoking mystery to keep readers eagerly turning the pages. Highly recommended for readers who love quick-paced, low-spice Regency romances. ”
“With charm, mystery, and a heady dose of romance, The Bird of Bedford Manor is sure to steal your heart as effectively as our poacher-heroine stole the hero’s and whisk you back in time and straight into their story. I could scarcely put this down! An intriguing concept, characters you’ll soon call friends, and impeccable writing combine to make this one unforgettable.”
“Michelle Griep is a master of her craft. Her details delight, her emotion enthralls, and her whimsy woos the reader. The story world of Bedford Manor is rich in intrigue, peppered with delightful characters, and the romance...whew! I might need my smelling salts!”
