Counterfeit Love
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Book 1 of the Hidden Hearts of the Gilded Age
Genre: Historical Romance, Mystery, Suspense
Can this undercover agent save the woman he loves–or is her heart as counterfeit as the money he’s been sent to track down?
After all that Grandfather has sacrificed to raise her, Theresa Plane owes it to him to save the family name–and that means clearing their debt with creditors before she marries Edward Greystone. But when one of the creditors’ threats leads her to stumble across a midnight meeting, she discovers that the money he owes isn’t all Grandfather was hiding. And the secrets he kept have now trapped Theresa in a life-threatening fight for her home–and the truth. The only way to overcome them will be to trust the former fiancée who’d already abandoned her once when she needed him most.
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Can this undercover agent save the woman he loves--or is her heart as counterfeit as the money he's been sent to track down?
After all that Grandfather has sacrificed to raise her, Theresa Plane owes it to him to save the family name--and that means clearing their debt with creditors before she marries Edward Greystone. But when one of the creditors' threats leads her to stumble across a midnight meeting, she discovers that the money he owes isn't all Grandfather was hiding. And the secrets he kept have now trapped Theresa in a life-threatening fight for her home--and the truth.
After months of undercover work, Secret Service operative Broderick Cosgrove is finally about to uncover the identity of the leader of a notorious counterfeiting ring. That moment of triumph turns to horror, however, when he finds undeniable proof that his former fiancée is connected. Can he really believe the woman he loved is a willing participant? Protecting Theresa and proving her innocence may destroy his career--but that's better than failing her twice in one lifetime.
They must form a partnership, tentative though it is. But there's no question they're both still keeping secrets--and that lack of trust, along with the dangerous criminals out for their blood, threatens their hearts, their faith, and their very survival.
Combining rich history, danger, suspense, and romance, Crystal Caudill's debut novel launches this new historical series with a bang. Fans of Elizabeth Camden, Michelle Griep, and Joanna Davidson Politano will be thrilled to find another author to follow!
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Title: Counterfeit Love
Author: Crystal Caudill
Publisher: Kregel Publishing
ISBN: 978-0825447402
Release Date: March 15, 2022
Additional information
| Weight | .75 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.5 × .85 × 8.5 in |
| Hidden Hearts of the Gilded Age | Book 1 |
| Format | Print, Autographed |
| The Guardians | Book 4 |
Perfect for Readers Who Love…
- second-chance romance
- family secrets
- Secret Service
- strong female leads
- betrayal
- love triangle
- atmospheric historical mysteries
- morally complex heroines
- faith-forward suspense
- Gilded Age settings
- authors like Michelle Griep, Erica Vetsch, Jaime Jo Wright
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Crystal Caudill has hit a home run with this action-packed historical romance. If you like characters who come alive, a hero to make you swoon, and edge-of-your-seat intrigue, you’ll love this story. A fantastic debut from an author I’m looking forward to reading again!
Caudill’s debut is a fast-paced tale full of brave and brilliant characters, much skull-duggery, and conflict that will have you unable to tear yourself away.
A thrilling romance, a gallant Secret Service operative, and a courageous heroine–Crystal Caudill’s Counterfeit Love is an exceptional tale of tragic loss, healing, and redeeming love.
With swoony romance, intriguing history, gripping plot twists, and strong characters, Counterfeit Love is one of the strongest debut novels I’ve ever read! Caudill’s writing voice is pitch-perfect and draws readers immediately into the heart of the story, holding them in thrall until the end. And did I mention the swoony romance? I couldn’t put it down, and I am already eagerly waiting for the next book!
