The Shripney Lady

by Rosalind Laker

A young woman becomes involved in the strange happenings at a Tudor mansion, which is known to me and based on its history and legends.

Genres: Gothic

Paperback

First published August 1, 1989

About the author

A pseudonym used by Barbara Øvstedal.

Barbara Øvstedal was an author previously writing under the pseudonym Barbara Paul and Barbara Douglas. She wrote a few books under this pseudonym but later changed to Rosalind Laker when Barbara Paul gained recognition. Her many books include The Sugar Pavilion and To Dance with Kings.

Reviews

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Events start going wrong for Caroline Tucker even before her interview for the position of Librarian at Shripney Manor House in Sussex. She arrives late to a seemingly empty house. Only to be attacked. Once employed the ghost of Katherine Knight haunts the house and people, a former lady of the Manor who was evicted under illegal and tragic circumstances.
Am enjoyable Gothic mystery and romance with some suspense.

[terry harris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

Very much enjoyed this book! Has just the right amount of suspense, touch of ghost presence, and of course sweet clean romance.

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. Would have given it a 5, if not for the fact that it reminded me a fair bit of Jane Eyre.

[Kaitlin · Rating 2 out of 5]

So much potential with the plot.