Books
upcoming March 2026 Release
Book two of The Art of Love and Danger
When past darkness prowls, will stepping into the light lead to a brighter future?
In nineteenth-century Cincinnati, fear keeps Nora Davis caged with secrets and lies. Her true identity as the daughter of a famous opera singer is too dangerous to reveal with her former captors still on the loose. But weekly singing lessons at Longview Asylum—her paranoid mother’s permanent residence—light a flame in Nora, and it’s one she can avoid fanning for only so long. . .
The Art of Love and Danger
Can these women use the artistic gifts God has given them
without falling victim to those who seek to silence them?
*Suggested reading order below.*
Hidden Hearts of the Gilded Age
Can these Secret Service operatives catch the counterfeiters
without losing their hearts . . . or their lives?
*Suggested reading order below.*
For the Love of Recipes
Historical Fiction Cookbook
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will enjoy Crystal’s books?
High school teens, women, and men who enjoy the gilded age, mystery and suspense, clean romance, light humor, shows like Miss Scarlet, and authors like Michelle Griep, Elizabeth Camden, and Erica Vestch.
Which book should I read first?
Crystal recommends starting with her debut novel, Counterfeit Love, and move forward from there. Her favorite book is Counterfeit Hope, and if you’re looking for a lot of humor mixed in with your suspense, Written in Secret.
Do I have to read the books in order?
While each book is best enjoyed if read in order, each story stands on its own.
What formats are the books available in?
With the exception of Counterfeit Truth, all books are available in print, e-book, and audiobook formats. If your library doesn’t have them, you can request them.
What GoodReads Readers are Saying
“The characters are richly drawn and the story moves at a fast pace with danger at every turn of the page. The romance was complex and the villains were crafty.” ~ Paula Schreckhise
“Oh. My. Goodness. I finished this book in tears. Not sad tears, but tears because the ending is just so beautiful. I’m not sure what else to say; I’m still wrapped up in the story.” ~ Charity
“Caudill isn’t afraid to explore the murkier depths of sin, justice, and mercy, crafting a mystery that is as thought-provoking as it is gripping.” ~ DevotedToHope
About the Author
Crystal Caudill is the Christy Award–winning author of “dangerously good romance,” including the Hidden Hearts of the Gilded Age series. She is a stay-at-home mom and caregiver, and when she isn’t writing, Caudill can be found playing board games with her family, drinking hot tea, or reading other great books at her home outside Cincinnati, Ohio. Find out more at crystalcaudill.com.
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