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Rivals at Ashmore Castle
- Author
- Cynthia Harrod-Eagles
- Narrator
- Penelope Freeman
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group
- Publish Date
- 13 August 2026
- Run Time
- 15 hours 48 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
What to expect
At Ashmore Castle, scandal is never far away...
When a train crash rocks Ashmore, unlikely heroes emerge - and old secrets begin to stir. Kitty is still finding her feet at the castle, though her sharp-tongued mother-in-law and the old earl's dark secret threaten her newfound confidence. Richard is certain he'll never love again now that Molly has sailed for America - until a new arrival catches his eye.
Downstairs, hearts and tempers are just as tested. Mr Moss nurses a quiet heartbreak, new footman Frederick isn't all he seems, and someone from Afton's past returns with unfinished business.
Meanwhile, Nina is facing motherhood and marriage with mixed feelings, Rachel's love life is teetering on disaster, and Alice's artistic ambitions lead her into dangerous territory.
From whispered secrets to forbidden passions, life at Ashmore Castle is full of surprises - but as rivalries flare and loyalties shift, the harmony of the castle is more fragile than ever...
The fifth novel in the captivating Ashmore Castle series. Perfect for fans of sweeping family dramas like Downton Abbey, The Crown and Bridgerton.
Readers love the ASHMORE series:
'Like a comfy pair of slippers. Cynthia Harrod-Eagles never fails to excel...The saga continues and you are drawn into the upstairs downstairs world...so grab a cuppa, some chocolate biscuits and enjoy!' 5-star Reader Review
'I always read anything published by Cynthia! The history is always really well researched, the characters realistic and the story fascinating.' 5-star Reader Review
'I have read all 3 books and loved it.' 5-star Reader Review
'Well written story and a wonderful read!!' 5-star Reader Review
'A great series! Hope there's another instalment.' 5-star Reader Review
'If you are a Downton Abbey fan this is for you!' 5-star Reader Review
'Loved it. Excellent story. Fabulous characters all blended by a tantalising web. I want to read the next book. Can't wait.' 5-star Reader Review
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Details
- Author
- Cynthia Harrod-Eagles
- Narrator
- Penelope Freeman
- Duration
- 15 hours 48 minutes
- Release Date
- 13 August 2026
- ISBN
- 9781405567596
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group
- Genre
- Family life fiction / Stories about family, Family saga / generational saga fiction, Historical romance
Synopsis
England, 1905At Ashmore Castle, scandal is never far away...When a train crash rocks Ashmore, unlikely heroes emerge - and old secrets begin to stir. Kitty is still finding her feet at the castle, though her sharp-tongued mother-in-law and the old earl's dark secret threaten her newfound confidence. Richard is certain he'll never love again now that Molly has sailed for America - until a new arrival catches his eye.Downstairs, hearts and tempers are just as tested. Mr Moss nurses a quiet heartbreak, new footman Frederick isn't all he seems, and someone from Afton's past returns with unfinished business.Meanwhile, Nina is facing motherhood and marriage with mixed feelings, Rachel's love life is teetering on disaster, and Alice's artistic ambitions lead her into dangerous territory.From whispered secrets to forbidden passions, life at Ashmore Castle is full of surprises - but as rivalries flare and loyalties shift, the harmony of the castle is more fragile than ever...The fifth novel in the captivating Ashmore Castle series. Perfect for fans of sweeping family dramas like Downton Abbey, The Crown and Bridgerton.Readers love the ASHMORE series:'Like a comfy pair of slippers. Cynthia Harrod-Eagles never fails to excel...The saga continues and you are drawn into the upstairs downstairs world...so grab a cuppa, some chocolate biscuits and enjoy!' 5-star Reader Review'I always read anything published by Cynthia! The history is always really well researched, the characters realistic and the story fascinating.' 5-star Reader Review'I have read all 3 books and loved it.' 5-star Reader Review'Well written story and a wonderful read!!' 5-star Reader Review'A great series! Hope there's another instalment.' 5-star Reader Review'If you are a Downton Abbey fan this is for you!' 5-star Reader Review'Loved it. Excellent story. Fabulous characters all blended by a tantalising web. I want to read the next book. Can't wait.' 5-star Reader Review
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