{"title":"Books by Rebecca Hardy","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9781035410606","title":"The Merchant's Daughter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDesperate times lead to hasty vows . . .\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA gripping historical mystery of secrets and romance - perfect for fans of Eve Chase, Louise Douglas and Tracy Rees.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Expertly researched, vividly drawn, and so much fun! Five fabulous stars from me' JENNI KEER on \u003ci\u003eThe House of Lost Wives\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e......................................................\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor better. For worse. For the sake of her future.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  London 1815. Jenny's father is dead. She needs to marry immediately to save her and her mother's livelihood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A chance meeting presents the perfect candidate in the form of the enigmatic Erasmus Black. Gentleman, merchant, and if the rumours are to be believed, captain . . .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e But where does Erasmus slip away to in the dead of night? What secrets about her father's business has he discovered? And was their meeting really just a convenient coincidence?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Guided by her unique intuition, Jenny must seek the hidden forces in play to unravel a sinister web of corruption...without getting trapped herself.\u003cbr\u003e......................................................\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReaders loved Rebecca Hardy's novel \u003ci\u003eThe House of Lost Wives\u003c\/i\u003e - available now!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Wow, totally gripping, really enjoyable read' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'My first ever read by this author and honestly I can't wait to read more . . . unique, entertaining . . . Hardy's writing was phenomenal'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'A brilliant read , full of creepy atmosphere and creeping dread . . . Loved it'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'A really enjoyable read, \u003ci\u003eBridgerton\u003c\/i\u003e meets \u003ci\u003eRentaghost\u003c\/i\u003e'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'I loved the atmosphere of the book, the setting and storyline. A gothic paranormal-ish mystery romance that was well done'\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43204186308786,"sku":"9781035410606","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781035410606_5e15eda7-162e-4d1b-84f4-64d3a4ba5c46.jpg?v=1786017451"},{"product_id":"9781472293527","title":"The House of Lost Wives","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe truth lies in the walls of Ambletye Manor\u003c\/i\u003e . . .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Expertly researched, vividly drawn, and so much fun! Absolute delight of a book, with a quirky supernatural twist. Five fabulous stars from me' JENNI KEER\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA thrilling regency tale - filled with mystery, romance and secrets - for fans of Eve Chase, Louise Douglas and Tracy Rees.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Filled with mystery, the supernatural, friendship and romance. This was a story I found hard to put down as it was very gripping and had some twists and turns on the way' \u003cbr\u003e⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'I loved how this story unfolded and can't wait to read more from Rebecca!' \u003cbr\u003e⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Oh my gosh this was incredible . . . I would wholeheartedly recommend . . . Definitely one of my favourite books this year, and an author I can't wait to read more from' \u003cbr\u003e⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'I really enjoyed reading this . . . a hidden gem that has a Gothic feel' \u003cbr\u003e⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review\u003cbr\u003e......................................................\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eSecrets. Lies. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnd four missing wives.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1813. Lizzie's beloved older sister Esme is sold in marriage to the aging Lord Blountford to settle their father's debts. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  One year later, Esme is dead, and Lizzie is sent to take her place as Lord Blountford's next wife.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  Arriving at Ambletye Manor, Lizzie uncovers a twisted web of secrets, not least that she is to be the \u003ci\u003efifth\u003c\/i\u003e mistress of this house.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eMarisa. Anne. Pansy. Esme.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat happened to the four wives who came before her?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn possession of a unique gift, only Lizzie can hear their stories, and try to find a way to save herself from sharing the same fate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLoved \u003ci\u003eThe House of Lost Wives? \u003c\/i\u003eDon't miss Jenny's story in \u003ci\u003eTh\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ee Merchant's Daughter\u003c\/i\u003e!\u003cbr\u003e......................................................\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMore reader praise for \u003ci\u003eThe House of Lost Wives\u003c\/i\u003e!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Wow, totally gripping, really enjoyable read' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'My first ever read by this author and honestly I can't wait to read more . . . unique, entertaining . . . Hardy's writing was phenomenal'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'A brilliant read , full of creepy atmosphere and creeping dread . . . Loved it'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'A really enjoyable read, \u003ci\u003eBridgerton\u003c\/i\u003e meets \u003ci\u003eRentaghost\u003c\/i\u003e'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'I loved the atmosphere of the book, the setting and storyline. 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