She wants to uncover the past. He wishes to build a future. In this Regency romance set in rolling hills of West Sussex, two opposing wills discover their fate may lie in the common ground.
Miss Bridget Littleton’s passion for history and antiquities defies most social conventions, even in her small village nestled in the beautiful English countryside. When a local farmer discovers an elaborate mosaic buried in his field, Bridget dreams of making a name and future for herself by excavating the Roman ruins. Unfortunately, her quest puts her at odds with the ambitious new lord who recently inherited the title and Hawthorn Abbey from his estranged uncle.
Recovering from wounds of both body and spirit, Captain Rafe Hawthorn is intent on restoring his long-neglected ancestral home. His plans to rebuild the abbey’s once thriving orchards require a road that will pass straight through Bridget’s potential trove of artifacts. He will not—cannot—fail again, even if he is moved by Bridget and her passion.
Yet this impasse might not be their greatest obstacle. A natural disaster and a series of suspicious accidents threaten both their plans, along with the livelihood of the nearby villagers dependent on their success. With their dreams in the balance, Bridget and Rafe must work together to fend off an unexpected enemy that may prove more dangerous than either could have imagined.
Sweet Regency romance filled with hope, faith, and an enemies-to-lovers dynamicHistorical fiction that’s perfect for fans of Julie Klassen, Sarah Ladd, or Abigail WilsonIncludes discussion questions for book clubs.
My Review:
Delightfully shivery Gothic vibes with a twist because in ‘No Stone Unturned’ it’s the hero who is returning to his ancestral home which just happens to be an atmospheric abbey steeped in mystery. It has also been sadly neglected and the whole estate is in jeopardy unless he can turn things around quickly.
Rafe is facing an impossible challenge as he adjusts to civilian life as a wounded soldier. He’s both physically and emotionally scarred and loathe to return to place that holds so many painful memories. So, he’s dealing with a lot when he first meets Bridget, digging up ‘his’ field with archeological enthusiasm. She’s under the impression the field belongs to her best friend’s family. Rafe’s steward assures him it is part of his estate. Wills clash when neither is willing to compromise and this enemies to more love story gets off to a volatile start.
I’m not always a fan of this trope, though I hasten to add I loved this one. It can be difficult to keep up the enemy pretence while at the same time making both hero and heroine relatable but Hovde did an amazing job here and that’s because of the richly layered backstories. My emotions couldn’t help but become engaged. Rafe with his traumatic childhood and difficult war years. Bridget upended by the death of her mother and the ensuing domestic upheaval. She’s an educated woman who can’t find a place in a male dominated field. Though there is instant chemistry, it takes them awhile to find some common ground but when they do…blissful happy swooning sigh!
‘No Stone Unturned’ delivers it all – a brooding hero, a feisty heroine, an atmospheric abbey steeped in mystery, villains and treachery and pages full of drama, including integral faith threads, before the triumphant HEA!
GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:
US – paperback or ebook copy – winner’s choice
Canada – paperback, ebook or audible copy – winner’s choice
International – ebook if you have a US Kindle account
If you would like a chance to win a copy of No Stone Unturned, leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoread AT yahoo DOT ca. If you add an email to your comment, remember to use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in order to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it’s easy to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Saturday May 9 2026
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Yes please!! This one has been on my radar ever since I stumbled on it pre-release time (maybe a Readers Choice pick?). I love, love, love Regency & Gothic mixes interplayed with faith, brooding hero’s and feisty heroines! Discovering new-to-me writers such as Jenelle is an extra bonus.
Your review is splendiferous! 😉❤
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I think this is her debut as well. Ticks a lot of boxes. And yes, I heard about it during a RCW as well. Good luck, Trixi!
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no need to enter me. I already have a copy. I just loved this book! A new favorite author has been found!
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Yes! I need to check and see when she has another book coming out. Happy Reading, Paula!
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New-to-me author!
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Good luck, Kimmy!
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I loved this one too and am looking forward to her new one coming in July!
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Ooohhh, you just answered my question. I was wondering when she was going to have another book published. And now I’m all caught up and ready for more. Happy Reading, Sandy!
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Woohoo! I just got an email that I am on the team for her new book!
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Eeeepppppp!!!! That is exciting!!!!!!!!
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You had me at Gothic vibes!
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Definitely a draw for me too. 🙂 Good luck, Caryl!
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I’m excited about this book! It’s been on my radar since it released, but I haven’t gotten around to reading it yet. 🙂
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It was on my TBR for awhile and I have no idea why I didn’t grab it sooner. 🙂 Good luck, Bridget!
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The story sounds great!
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Sounds like a good read! Hovde is a new-to-me author! Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!
Jolene – iwant2save34 at gmail dot com
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You’re welcome, Jolene. Good luck!
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Did someone say Gothic? Music to my ears! 🎵 Plus I’ve never read a book I didn’t love with a hero named Rafe. lol Looking forward to getting acquainted with this new to me author. Thanks for the giveaway opportunity, Kav!
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Rafe is a great hero name, isn’t it? He’s as dreamy as his name sounds…once you get past the brooding. 🙂 Good luck, Diane!
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Jane Austen & the Bronte sisters certainly had those brooding heroes down pat, didn’t they? Gotta love ’em!
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This is one I’ve wanted to read since I first saw the cover reveal!
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Here’s your chance. Good luck, Elly!
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First off, I absolutely LOVE the cover! I can imagine so many story details “floating” around within that wonderful protrayal. (Catch the pun there?) I’m a big fan of the enemies to more stories. After all, hubby and I did NOT get along at all the first time we met until several years later when we got out second chance at friends to more. Guess I’m an enemies – to friends – to more case. 🙂 NO STONE UNTURNED sounds like a fabulous story and one I just know I’d love to read.
Thank you for the chance to win a copy!
Another doctor trip under my belt. Gone from big bulky bandage to small, flat one. Got to see that 1 inch incision today. Bigger than I thought it was, but healing nicely.
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You are a living breathing romance trope x 2. 🙂 Yay for your hand healing nicely. I’m sure your books are calling to you. And your camera! Good luck, Kay!
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What an enticing cover! And it sounds like an intriguing story! Thanks for the review, Kav!
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It is a lovely cover, isn’t it? Good luck, Winnie!
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Sounds good
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Good luck, Mark!
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