Legacy of Secrets

by Sara Mitchell

Amid the splendors and miseries of the Gilded Age Neala Shaw suddenly found herself entirely alone. The innocent young heiress?penniless now?had no choice but to face her family's fatal legacy of secrets and lies. And as she fled from a ruthless killer, nothing stood between her and certain death but a man unlike any she had ever known….

Grayson Faulkner's years as a detective and bounty hunter had marked him forever, leading him far from his once-strong values. But as he sought to protect this very special young woman?masquerading as her suitor, to save her reputation and her very life?he began to wonder if her selfless love and limitless faith could somehow guide even him home….

Genres: Love Inspired, Love Inspired Historical, Christian Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction, Christian, Christian Romance

288 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published April 1, 2008

Reviews

[Rebekah · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5⭐ Definitely one I would re-read in the future. My only reason for not giving it 5 stars is because it had moments that were a little slow and took some effort to push through. But, otherwise it was a very enjoyable read.

[Bonnie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Legacy Of Secrets by Sara Mitchell. Takes place in 1886, Virginia. Someone is after Neala Shaw. Someone has been killing members of Neala's family. Neala has a family crest that means a lot to Neala. She doesn't know it is worth a lot of money by the gems that in it. Grayson Faulkner is a bounty hunter and detective. He is trying to protect Neala without her knowing it. One night Neala left without telling anyone. She was kidnapped by her step brother, which she didn't know she had a step brother. Him and his mother were after the crest. A good read.

[Kristin Tibbs · Rating 5 out of 5]

Many Christian fiction books are too religiousy and excessively fake. Sara has a way of writing that keeps you hooked until the end. She brings in thoughts and feels that every Christian wrestles with, without taking away from the story.

[Melissa · Rating 2 out of 5]

Too much romance, so that I almost gave up on it, but the mysterious aspect of the story kept me going.

[Terry Yaceyko · Rating 4 out of 5]

Don't usually read mysteries, but it was a good read. I like the author.

[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found this Christian historical fiction mystery/romance interesting, but not spectacular. I would give it closer to 3.5 stars. The two main characters, Neala and Grayson were very likeable, and yet their flaws made them seem real. As the plot progressed one person ended up playing a duel role; I did not always find this character plausible. Social status in the golden age plays a huge part, and this was well-presented and researched. There is lots of tension with kidnapping and murder involved. As an easy, enjoyable read this is one book I am glad I experienced.

[Barbara · Rating 2 out of 5]

Neala Shaw is fleeing from someone who wants her dead. She's penniless now, and doesn't have a clue as to who wants to kill her, or why. Former bounty hunter and detective Grayson Faulkner, blessed with one of the best names in fiction, protects Neala by acting as her suitor. The book is heavy on detail but the plot didn't raise my interest much. The killer's reveal was a nice twist, but overly melodramatic. Not a bad romance, but you could do better.

[Lindsey (Books for Christian Girls) · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a mini ‘Books For Christian Girls’ review. It is not a full content review and will not receive one. These mini-reviews are years old and just for clarity on the rating the book received on Goodreads.


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Main Content-
*People get stabbed, shot at, & bleed (semi-detailed).
*Kisses; Love, falling in love, & the emotions.

[Joy · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was set at the turn of last century, which was interesting. The mystery aspect was ingrossing, and the romance worked just fine. The Christian elements were not too heavy-handed.

If you are in the mood for a Christian romance, you could do much worse than this.

[Alyssa · Rating 5 out of 5]

What I have read from this book is very surprising! About two people who find a killer and find about the past of Neala Shaw. I learned about religion and Im happy how this book was written.

[Laura · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is not great literature, but these books work better than lunesta! I expect to read more of this author's work as they include some adventure and aren't lustful.

[Sonali Rakesh · Rating 4 out of 5]

A beautiful book on faith and forgiveness.

[Susan Vance · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars

[Awjtf · Rating 5 out of 5]

I liked this book!