About Me I am a retired librarian and I now support books and authors through my reviews.

I have always loved to read and I was able to share that love through my work as a public librarian for 22 1/2 years. I now promote literacy by reading, and then writing reviews. I love to support authors by sharing my reviews with others!

Thursday, October 22, 2026

An Accusing at the Old Bailey (Of Cloaks and Daggers, #3) by Erica Vetsch

An Accusing at the Old Bailey
ABOUT THE BOOK

The thrilling finale to the highly rated Regency romance series

Sir Bertrand Thorndike is on another mission-this one in the scientific community. But when a simple game of espionage becomes a murder investigation and Bertie's friend Rhynwick Davies is the accused, Bertie enlists the help of his pseudo-fiancée Philippa Cashel to spare Rhynwick from the gallows.


Together, they delve into poisons, passions, and peril. With the true killer still on the loose, Bertie must balance proving Rhynwick's innocence with his plans to persuade Philippa to make their false engagement real.


The final installment in the Of Cloaks & Daggers series from a New York Times best-selling author will be the biggest test yet of Bertie and Philippa's skill and bravery―and of their love.


"Deliciously twisty and delightfully romantic, An Accusing at the Old Bailey is everything readers adore about an Erica Vetsch novel. Vibrant historical details create an atmosphere worthy of a BBC drama as Bertie and Philippa take on their most daring case yet."




MY THOUGHTS.....

It's finally happened! Philippa Cashel and Sir Bertrand Thorndike have a chance to resolve their true feelings for each other! It's very obvious how Bertie feels about her but it's going to take a little longer for Pippa to determine her feelings for him. Pretending to be engaged while investigating murder and espionage soon turns into a slow-burn romance that leaves Pippa confused and Bertie anxious to make it real!

An Accusing at the Old Bailey has Regency values, excellent plot development, and daring adventure, along with a satisfying romance that kept me flip flopping between "hurry it up" and "no, keep the anticipation going a little longer"! This conclusion to the Of Cloaks & Daggers series also features a reunion with other members from the Haverly Universe. Their friendship and mutual respect for each other has deepened and their dedication and devotion to protecting the Crown has never been stronger!

I'm always awed by Erica Vetsch's writing talents, but this historical fiction set in Regency England is especially satisfying! If you enjoy mystery and adventure that are woven with a clean romance and inspiring nuggets of faith, grab a copy of An Accusing at the Old Bailey!

I received a copy of this book from Kregel Publications. There was no obligation for a positive review.

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


ABOUT THE AUTHOR


Erica Vetsch is a New York Times best-selling author and ACFW Carol Award winner, and has been a Romantic Times top pick for her previous books. She loves Jesus, history, romance, and watching sports. This transplanted Kansan now makes her home in Rochester, Minnesota. Learn more about Erica at ericavetsch.com.

Connect with Erica by visiting ericavetsch.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

  


OF CLOAKS & DAGGERS

A Thieving at Carlton House
An Accusing at the Old Bailey

Thursday, October 15, 2026

Coordinates of Death (Arctic Protectors, 2) by Darlene L. Turner

Coordinates of Death (Arctic Protectors, 2)
ABOUT THE BOOK

A police officer will do anything to catch the serial killer that got away—even if it means playing a deadly game in the icy wilderness.

Sweetwood Falls, Yukon, has seen too much terror for one small town. Corporal Aurora Hunt still blames herself for not catching the Shadow Box Killer before five women lost their lives. The killings stopped two years ago, and her colleagues believe the murderer is dead. But Aurora isn’t convinced.

A chilling discovery on a winter’s morning confirms her fears. The crime scene is all too familiar—a woman’s mutilated body, and beneath it, a box containing a gruesome souvenir. But this time, there’s a special message, daring Aurora to play a game that will lead her into the wilderness to try and save the next victim.

Canadian Watcher Squad survivalist Kordell Greene is part of the past that Aurora has tried to put behind her. He’s also the only person equipped to guide her through this deadly terrain. But somehow, the killer knows all their secrets. Solving cryptic clues as they battle the elements, Aurora and Kordell must confront dark truths they’ve withheld, even from each other. And always, the Shadow Box Killer is one step ahead, drawing them deeper into a twisted game where the slightest mistake may be their last.





MY THOUGHTS.....

The Shadow Box Killer has returned, with a challenge for Constable Aurora Hunt. Solve the clues so that he or she won't strike again!

Kudos to author Darlene L. Turner! Realistic characters, an intriguing plotline, and strong emotional undercurrents elevate Coordinates of Death from mystery/suspense to a mesmerizing psychological thriller! The Shadow Box Killer is evil personified, and his taunting challenges for Constable Aurora Hunt are often gut-wrenching. Can she prevent SBK from killing again?

I loved the personal relationship between Aurora and Watchmen Kordell Greene, and I relished the strong faith message that's woven into this well-written story! This was a book that was hard to put down!

I received a digital ARC from the author. There was no obligation for a positive review.

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


ABOUT THE AUTHOR


Darlene L. Turner’s love of suspense began when she read her first Nancy Drew book. She’s turned that passion into her writing and believes readers will be captured by her plots, inspired by her strong characters, and moved by her inspirational message. 

Darlene won the Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence in Mystery/Suspense twice and an ACFW Genesis award. She’s represented by Tamela Hancock Murray of the Steve Laube Agency. Her debut book, Border Breach, released in April, 2020 with Love Inspired Suspense.


Darlene met her husband Jeff at the turtle races in Ontario, Canada. She loves flavored coffee and plaid shirts. You can connect with Darlene at www.darlenelturner.com where there’s suspense beyond borders. 


Darlene’s social media:


Facebook: https://bit.ly/2Woy8dK

Twitter: https://bit.ly/2Qso27O

LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/2UhbelT

BookBub: https://bit.ly/2QrdkhP

Pinterest: https://bit.ly/2x2Batz

Instagram: darlenel.turner

  

ARCTIC PROTECTORS

Echoes of Darkness
Coordinates of Death 

View all my reviews