I was able to get an advanced copy of the audiobook, and really enjoyed the story and the narrator, Aoife McMahon. It gives me a feeling of a Hallmark movie. Wholesome, light reading, and an anticipation for the happy ending.

This story focuses on an Irish family trying not to lose their family home. Lily is the oldest daughter and is determined not to lose the home but make it better than ever. Her grandmother, Sylvia hasn’t been able to maintain the large property and everything needs repairs. Dominic is an engineer/singer that has Lily frustrated if not a little smitten too. Thanks to Net Galley, Dreamscape Media, and Susanne O’Leary for the opportunity to listen to this audiobook.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for the free audiobook in exchange for my honest review. This is narrated by Aoife McMahon who does a fantastic job! I recommend the audio version if that is of interest.

Lily goes to stay with her grandmother after everything in her life goes south. She and her family want to transform the family property to a money making wedding venue. However, once Lily discovers a family secret that will have the family fighting to keep the property.

This is such a different tale and features a beautiful manner in Ireland. I was able to lose myself in this domestic drama with likeable characters and the beautiful Irish countryside. Highly recommend!!!

A sweet “Hallmark” type story in a very picturesque setting that the narrator brought life. Love the Irish accent which draws one into the story. This is book one of the series and mostly is about Lily Fleury returning back home to her grandmother home, Magnolia Manor. Deciding to start over after her divorce, she and her sisters have plans for the Manor but convincing her grandmother maybe a problem. And when her grandmother finally tells them a secret from the past that may totally change all their lifes and plans, the Fleury’s band together to solve the mystery.
A little mystery, budding second love and family values wraps up the this sweet story.
Thank you #NetGalley and #DreamscapeMedia for this ARC. All opinions are mine and mine alone. #TheKeeperoftheIrishSecret

I am always taken in my Irish and Scottish stories and especially when they involve an old homestead.

Lily loves visiting her grandmother and on her latest trip home has grand plans for the house and grounds. Things aren't going to plan when she finds out her grandmother is keeping a secret she won't share. What is the secret? What is happening? It's a wonderful mystery to unravel with a little romance on the way.

Aoife McMahon did a great job of narrating this one!

I highly recommend this book if you like mystery with a touch of clean romance.

Huge thank you to the author, Dreamscape Media and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this story.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC audiobook of The Keeper of the Irish Secret.

Lily Fleury has returned to her family home of Magnolia Manor only to find that her grandmother, Sylvia has let the manor fall apart. Lily soon realizes that her grandmother is hiding quite a few secrets that she isn't willing to share. Lily meets a local carpenter/singer named Dominic who has helped Sylvia with little projects here and there.

Lily soon uncovers the secret that they family may not own the beloved manor. Turns out her great, great grandfather had a gambling problem and had bet his home. Sylvia had received a letter from the gentleman's son who wanted the property. Lily and her two sisters desperately search for the deed and information.

I just finished listening to "The Keeper of the Irish Secret" by Susanne O'Leary, narrated by Aoife McMahon. It was delightful from the very first word. The book swept me away to the idyllic countryside of Ireland with its breathtaking descriptions. After listening to this great book, I wish my planned trip to the UK next month would have included a visit to Ireland. It's a heartwarming and exquisitely written story, skillfully weaving together elements of mystery and romance within a compelling family drama featuring wonderful characters and a captivating storyline.

Lily Fleury arrives from Dublin, broken-hearted, to start a new job and a new life after her marriage breakdown. She and her two sisters, Rose and Violet, have always had plans for the future of their childhood home, Magnolia Manor.

Their 82-year-old grandmother, Sylvia Fleury, lives in Magnolia Manor, but as time goes by, the upkeep becomes too much for her and the place is not looking its best. Sylvia is keeping many secrets from her granddaughters, but her biggest fear is losing the manor, the only home she has known since she got married.

Dominic is the town's local handyman, but he also has many other talents, like being a great singer at some of the local pubs around the area. Nora has been working for the family for many years and efficiently manages housekeeping duties for Sylvia, ensuring the manor remains a delightful home.

I'm dying to move to an old manor on the Irish coast after reading this book. The setting sounded absolutely breathtaking, and the nearby town was darling. I honestly enjoyed the story about the manor itself as much as the story of Lily and Dominic. The history combined with the ladies' entrepreneurial vision was lovely. Overall, it was a delightful read!

Lily goes to stay with her grandmother after everything in her life goes south. She and her sisters want to rehab the family property for a wedding venue. Until she hears the family secret that will have the family fighting to keep the property.

This was an enjoyable, easy listen.

Many thanks to Net Galley and Dreamscape Media for an audio ARC of this book for an honest review.

Lily Fleury returns to her family’s regal home in Kerry, Ireland after a devastating divorce only to find the estate in disrepair and her grandmother’s peaceful life in turmoil. With the help of her sisters, Rose and Violet, Lily works to discover the history of the manor, while harboring her own dreams for the estate’s future.
Grandmother Sophia is a determined lady with her own secrets that Lily must discover. Meanwhile, Dominic, Granny’s handyman, provides plenty of opportunity for Lily to consider that perhaps her chance at happiness isn’t beyond reach.
As hoped, the story’s conclusion provides a satisfyingly happily-ever-after ending with a couple enjoyable surprises thrown in. This book’s setting is beautiful and portrayed by the author with a loving hand. As Lily spends time settling in to Kerry, the reader is treated to evenings at pubs, Irish music and dancing, and walks along the seashore. The elements work together to provide and enjoyable read.

I received an audio version of this book from Netgalley in exchange for my unbiased review.

**I received an advanced listening copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review**

I greatly enjoyed listening to this quiet novel set in Ireland. There are elements of mystery and romance as Lily, the main character, returns to her ancestral home and helps her grandmother uncover some damaging secrets. She's also nursing a broken heart, and as the novel progresses, it is good to see her come to terms with her heartache and begin her life anew. The voice actress was wonderful, though I may have enjoyed listening to the Irish accent the most.

This is the first in a new series, and I hope to listen to more by the author and from this series. A great way to escape from reality for a little bit of time.

I felt like this book was missing a major part of it. It just didn’t have a wow factor plot twist or anything memorable. I feel like I’m gonna forget every part of this book in the next month I loved the idea of the story the fact that family comes together to save their home and the strong female characters, I just felt like there was something special missing from this book

If you like Hallmark type movies in book form then you’ll love this book as it reads like a script.

I want to thank NetGalley and the publisher for the audio arc of this title in exchange for my honest review.

Personally I typically like Hallmark type movies however, it becomes way too cheesy when you don’t have the visual. This is because the dialogue is so unnatural it’s unsettling.
I expect that the physical book would have sat better with me than the audio book as while I enjoyed the narrators natural voice, her other character voices were really hard to listen to. The French accent used as well as male voices are very caricature and made it hard to remain present in the book.

However the descriptions of the manor house and such are lovely and enjoyable. It is definitely a “slow burn” type of story with a sweet romance that’s full of tropes that are just not realistic. But books can be an escape and some will find it delightful I’m sure.

I’m not sure if I’ll read subsequent books as this appears to be the start of a series. I need to look at the book details but the best way to describe my overall feeling about it is that this read like a self published book. Not that there is anything wrong with that but many times they lack a “polish” on them from a good editor.

If you like clean romances a la Hallmark style and second chance love with a little Irish thrown in, this is the book for you.
⭐️ Hated it
⭐️⭐️ Had a lot of trouble, prose issues, really not my cup of tea (potentially DNF’d or thought about it)
⭐️⭐️⭐️ Meh, it was an ok read but nothing special
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Really enjoyed it! Would recommend to others
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Outstanding! Will circle back and read again

This was a sweet, wonderful romance. I adored the Irish setting, and the Irish narrator was so easy to listen to. I typically enjoy dual or duet narration, but I was able to enjoy her voice easily! The characters were sweet and the family was easy to love. I think their flower names was a very cute touch! While I wouldn't teach this in the classroom, I do have some students that would enjoy something like this. Absolutely suitable romance for younger teens. I've never read Susanne O'Leary before, but having enjoyed this, I know I will be reading her in the future!

Lily is searching for a fresh start after her divorce. She goes back to her home- town and to her grandmother, Sylvia's, house. Lily and her sisters have plans for renovating Sylvia's manor home that has been in the family for generations, but their grandmother seems shocked by Lily's arrival and is less than welcoming. Lily needs to find out what is troubling her grandmother, find a job, and discover if she can trust the handsome man, Dominic, that has been helping care for the property.
The story was good, if a bit predictable. A nice, gentle read to enjoy when you're wanting something entertaining but not too heavy or graphic. I liked all of the characters, but I do wish that they had been fleshed out a bit more.

Thank you to #NetGalley and #Dreamscape Media for an advanced audio copy of this book in return for an honest review.

This story is just full to the brim of Irish charm!
The first book in the Magnolia Manor series, Susanne O’Leary’s writing is beautifully descriptive and rich in detail. I sensed all of it whilst listening to this audiobook - the Irish food and drink, the music and dancing, the coastal breeze and the sound of the waves, and the pride the characters have in their Irish roots and traditions.

The audio narration from Aoife McMahon is superb. She eloquently brings to life the wonderful array of characters regardless of the gender or age. The authentic Irish accent makes this a really enjoyable listening experience.

Thank you to the audio publisher, Dreamscape Media, for an audio copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

The Keeper of the Irish Secret is the first book in a new series - the Magnolia Manor series - and looks set to be just as much fun as Susanne’s previous books. Magnolia Manor, in Dingle, County Kerry, has been in the Fleury family for generations but has fallen into disrepair. Lily is heading back to Dublin, Ireland to her family home. She absolutely loved the time she would spend there, as a child, at her grandmother Sylvia’s house. She has fond memories of walks on the beach, and exploring Magnolia Manor, like it was yesterday. When she arrives at Magnolia Manor, she sees how dilapidated it has become, with its overgrown gardens and unkept house in need of repair. Sylvia is “well-to-do” so the condition of Magnolia Manor takes Lily by surprise. Lily takes on some of the repairs but can’t seem to keep up with them all. While rummaging through the gatehouse she discovers a trunk full of old letters. After reading through the letters, she uncovers a devastating family secret that Sylvia has been hiding about the family home. Lovely characters, Lily, Dominic, Rose, Violet and their grandmother, and Nora , they all are wonderful. Family and relationships are defined thoroughly. A sweet and easy to read, relaxing book. Would love to read next in the series, Rose's story. Many thanks to Netgalley, the author and publisher for the opportunity.

A sweet tale of family secrets and second chances. I adore the Granny, Sylvia, and each of the granddaughters. This is part one of the series and Lily is the first granddaughter to share her story. I love Lily’s brave determination to try something new while returning to her roots. She’s fiercely loyal and protective of her granny and their estate. The secret that threatens to destroy all that they hold dear is well crafted. Dominick assimilates perfectly into the story and is a welcome companion to Lily and her family. I enjoyed the coastal descriptions and small town depictions. A sweet, closed door romance with plenty of feels.
The narration to this story was brilliant. The narrator perfectly captured each character and brought the charming story to life.
I received a complimentary audiobook from the publisher and NetGalley and all opinions expressed are solely my own, freely given.

At its core this is a story of family, love new and old, broken hearts, emotional recovery, secrets, a little bit of subterfuge, truths coming to light and ultimately everyone getting their own version of happily ever after or at least discovering what they want. When Lily makes a surprise return to Magnolia Manor, the family home there are more surprises that she anticipated. She expects to be welcomed with open arms and yet feels like her grandmother is hiding something. Something big. She made all kinds of plans for her grandmothers home and cannot fathom why her cannot do exactly as she wants. Let the snooping begin. When the truth is revealed, they ultimately work together for what is best for everyone. A thoroughly enjoyable listen with enjoyable narration. I’ll be on the lookout for the next in the series.

Sisters return to their childhood home after their grandmother becomes ill. The old Irish estate is in rough shape and while attempting to restore it, one of the girls stumbles on a devastating secret he grandmother has been keeping from the girls

This is my first book by Susanne O'Leary and I really enjoyed it. I loved being transported to Ireland, to a lovely estate called Magnolia Manor. The story begins with Lily Fleury who returns to her grandmother's home, hoping for a life reset after a divorce. Lily and her sisters have big plans that would keep them close to their grandmother Sylvia, and renew Magnolia mansion. However Sylvia does not seem to like this plan, she doesn't wan Lily to make long term plans for staying at Magnolia Manor. Sylvia is keeping a secret, and Lily unwinds the mystery of her grandmothers evasiveness. This story kept me interested throughout. It is filled with wonderful characters and places.

Thank you to NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for the advanced listener copy. The Aofie McMahon has such a lovely Irish accent, it was so nice to listen to. This whole book felt like a big hug, I highly recommend this if you're looking for a comfort read. There will be two more books, for the two remaining sisters and I look forward to them.