The followup mystery to The Curse of Penryth Hall delivers the same amazing Gothic atmosphere and dangerous adventures that we can now come to expect with Mr. Owen, Ruby, and Ruan.

This book starts with Mr. Owen receiving an invitation to a seance and hiding it from Ruby under the guise of sending her for some old manuscripts. She's not pleased to find out she must attend a seance but after mentions of ghosts, murder, and secrets she finds herself embroiled in another ghoulish mystery.

I loved this book just as much as the first. Ruby and Mr. Owen have such an endearing relationship and I love constant yet well intentioned bickering and nagging. Ruan and Ruby are still dancing around exactly what their relationship status is and of course I'm just screaming at her to LOVE HIM! The mystery was intriguing and it was a surprise to me on who the culprit was. I did think this one moved a little slower than the first book but it didn't deter me from wanting to read it as quickly as possible!

A perfect mystery. Can't wait to read what Ruby gets into next!

This is a follow up to the Curse of Penryth Hall. The series is set between the world wars in Great Britain. Ruby Vaughn is an American heiress hiding from a scandal of her youth. She has also lost her family. She is employed by rare book dealer, Mr. Owen, who may have his own secret past. This story begins with a trip to Scotland, Mr. Owen's family home, for a seance. A medium is killed. There are many secrets and mysterious events of an occult nature.

A fantastic follow up to The Curse of Penryth Hall! Ruby and Ruan have my whole heart and I loved learning more of Mr. Owen’s history.

This book has it all - strong, fierce women, mystery, intrigue, an atmospheric setting, and a dash of romance. I loved the concept of the three fates, the historical Scottish setting, and unraveling more of the mystery of Ruby and Ruan’s strange connection. I was very excited by the reappearance of the White Witch and completely agree with her motives - Ruan Kivell must be protected at all costs. The twists and turns kept me on the edge of my seat, with every new reveal leading up to a stunning conclusion.

This story left me eagerly anticipating an announcement for Ruby 3. There’s so many things I want to know about Ruby and I can’t wait to read more of her story!

Thank you to Netgalley, Minotaur Books, and St. Martin’s Press for the e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

This was a good time. There were twists and turns that I didn't see coming. I would definitely recommend