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When Olivia Shaw’s mother dies, the sophisticated food editor is astonished to learn she’s inherited a centuries-old English estate―and a title to go with it. Raw with grief and reeling from the knowledge that her reserved mother hid something so momentous, Olivia leaves San Francisco and crosses the pond to unravel the mystery of a lifetime.

One glance at the breathtaking Rosemere Priory and Olivia understands why the manor, magnificent even in disrepair, was the subject of her mother’s exquisite paintings. What she doesn’t understand is why her mother never mentioned it to her. As Olivia begins digging into her mother’s past, she discovers that the peeling wallpaper, debris-laden halls, and ceiling-high Elizabethan windows covered in lush green vines hide unimaginable secrets.

Although personal problems and her life back home beckon, Olivia finds herself falling for the charming English village and its residents. But before she can decide what Rosemere’s and her own future hold, Olivia must first untangle the secrets of her past.

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“Great writing, terrific characters, food elements, romance, a touch of intrigue, and more than a few surprises to keep readers guessing.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“Settle in with tea and biscuits for a charming adventure about inheriting an English manor and the means to restore it. Vivid descriptions and characters that read like best friends will stay with you long after this delightful story has ended.” ―Cynthia Ellingsen, bestselling author of The Lighthouse Keeper

“The Art of Inheriting Secrets is the story of one woman’s journey to uncovering her family’s hidden past. Set against the backdrop of a sprawling English manor, this book is ripe with mystery. It will have you guessing until the end!” ―Nicole Meier, author of The House of Bradbury and The Girl Made of Clay

“O’Neal’s clever title begins an intriguing journey for readers that unfolds layer by surprising layer. Her respected masterful storytelling blends mystery, art, romance, and mayhem in a quaint English village and breathtaking countryside. Brilliant!” ―Patricia Sands, bestselling author of the Love in Provence series

About the Author

Barbara O’Neal is the author of eleven novels of women’s fiction, including How to Bake a Perfect Life and The Lost Recipe for Happiness. Her award-winning books have been published in a dozen countries, including France, England, Poland, Australia, Turkey, Italy, Germany, and Brazil.

Barbara lives in the stunningly beautiful city of Colorado Springs with her beloved, a British endurance athlete who vows he’ll never lose his accent.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lake Union Publishing (July 17, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 363 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1503901394
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1503901391
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 1 x 8.25 inches
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Barbara O’Neal is the author of more than a dozen award-winning, bestselling novels, including the runaway bestseller, When We Believed in Mermaids, which has been published in more than 20 countries and spent many months on the Amazon Charts, as well as the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Washington Post bestseller lists. Barbara lives on the beach in rugged Oregon with her husband, a British endurance athlete who vows he’ll never lose his accent and their zoo of cats and dogs. You can find more information on her newsletter and where to find her on social media at barbaraoneal.com.

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"auntbee"
5.0 out of 5 stars LOVELY STORY!
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2024
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This book was so different than what I usually read. I found the author brought food, ingredients and dishes to life, and intertwined it brilliantly into the story line. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and will seek out other titles by this author.
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Jen-Knee
4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful storytelling
Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2023
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4.5 stars
Barbara O'Neal never fails to deliver a book that has well developed characters and is beautifully descriptive. The setting is lush and its so easy to immerse myself into her make believe world as if im.part of the story. There were a few minor things I would change or clean up, and maybe elaborate on the conclusion just a bit more, but all in all it's near perfect as is.
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Mindy Gutierrez
5.0 out of 5 stars I could smell the food and see the home
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2024
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I loved this book . The detail to the home is picturesque, infused with a love of food and add a splash of mystery . I wish this could be a movie or series . The details of the land and home made me wish i were there . I loved all of the background of the family and the secrets meant to be kept forever
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wow
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2024
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Love is real and heals us. Thank you for a marvelous book. Which to me is as good a great dinner a warm fire. Or a hug from a friend. Keep writing for people like me. Much love and great respect, kate
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Tricia Ritter
4.0 out of 5 stars Intriguing read.
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2024
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I did enjoy this book, there were some huge holes in the storyline and many questions unanswered. I felt it was a bit lacking.
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Ali
5.0 out of 5 stars Totally Engrossing
Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2023
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“The Art of Inheriting Secrets” is a totally absorbing, satisfying novel. I loved every twist and turn of the plot, and fell in love with the characters. I started reading more slowly as the conclusion approached because I simply didn’t want the story end!
I’ve read other novels by Barbara O’Neal, and she never disappoints me.
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Briochegal
3.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful writing, but too many plot holes and loose ends
Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2023
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First the pros. As others have noted, the descriptions of Rosemere and the countryside are lovely. Absolutely mesmerizing. The writing is wonderful. Detailed descriptions of gardens, colors and food. I loved the way the author lets us see the ruined, but still-beautiful mansion. There is a mystery, or several mysteries, at the heart of the story, but they are almost secondary to Olivia's exploring her sudden inheritance and title.

Now the cons. The first issue I had was the fact that everyone seems to fall for Olivia immediately. Pavi, Sam, Lord Barber, Jocasta, all immediately like her and do whatever she asks, provides what she needs no questions asked. Sure she is titled, but these people don't know her, don't know what to expect, yet right away do her bidding. Everyone thinks she is wonderful, adorable, beautiful and special. It didn't make sense to me, I would expect English villagers to be much more standoffish around the new Lady of Rosemere. This is picky, but with all the tasks and things she has to keep straight, she never writes much down. She keeps track of a few things on a white board but hardly references it. Most people would find the number of tasks overwhelming and though Olivia says she is overwhelmed, she finds time to go to luncheons and dinners, walk around somewhat aimlessly, and have wild sex. But my main criticism is about the loose ends. It's as if O'Neal did all the lovely writing, then got to the end and realized she had a plot with a whole bunch of questions still unanswered, so things are wrapped up quickly. However, we never find out who Olivia's father is or what happened to her life in San Francisco when she didn't move back, or why Sam left teaching. We never found out what the paintings and other things she found in the house were worth or even what she did with them. Too many unaswered questions.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Woven together beautifully
Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2024
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From beginning to the end I thoroughly enjoyed the way the author brought food and history and nature together so vividly.
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The Cubster
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
Reviewed in Canada on August 5, 2023
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A delightful read with characters that I couldn’t help but like. I’m looking forward to reading more from this author
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Kindle-Kunde
5.0 out of 5 stars Charming in all the right ways.
Reviewed in Germany on March 5, 2023
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Oh God, I love this book. It’s so charming. And remarkably written. Full of admiration for history, art, architecture, nature and food. Barbara O’Neal has my heart captured in every single book of hers.
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Julia Lennon
5.0 out of 5 stars A lovely story
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 8, 2023
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What a captivating story I could not put it down I have enjoyed it from beginning until the end I would love there to be a follow-up so well written thank you so much to Barbara O' Neal
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Kaye Frost-Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Engrossing!
Reviewed in Australia on July 24, 2019
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First time I've read any of this author's novels, but I was totally engrossed in this quite different story. Loved the characters, a good solid believable plot. I am "at home" in anything set in England, I "am there" lost in the setting. I enjoyed this novel so much I have purchased another of her books, that I think is a good sign that Barbara O'Neal is a great storyteller, she kept me entertained which is what reading is all about!
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