Tanqueray Series by Lark Westerly

Ancella Tanqueray and Pomeroy Harcourt had been sweethearting ever since Ancella’s first braid ball. They never said so, but everyone knew. Why, then, was Ancella so reluctant to open Pomeroy’s New Year gift?Ancella and Emelie are best friends. Together, they played games in the ash-key wing of Tanqueray Manor. This was where ancient Aunt Zerenity told them about the dance called Kiss-in-the-Dark... moreAncella Tanqueray and Pomeroy Harcourt had been sweethearting ever since Ancella’s first braid ball. They never said so, but everyone knew. Why, then, was Ancella so reluctant to open Pomeroy’s New Year gift?Ancella and Emelie are best friends. Together, they played games in the ash-key wing of Tanqueray Manor. This was where ancient Aunt Zerenity told them about the dance called Kiss-in-the-Dark. It sounded romantic and not at all proper, but Ancella and Emelie never expected to dance it themselves.Years later, Ancella is being courted by Pomeroy Harcourt. After his amazing New Year gift to her, she has almost decided to accept his proposal if he ever gets around to making it. Why not? Her family likes him. So does her dog, Glory. Emelie seems less than impressed, but at the New Year ball Emelie arrives with a handsome beau of her own. The scene is set for a night of romance, music, annoying brothers, misunderstandings and the late Aunt Zerenity’s desire that the young folk should dance Kiss-in-the-Dark. less

Horry and Ancella set out to solve some of the mysteries of Tanqueray Manor at the mysterious Isle of the Piper. The answers are out there, but who has them, and will they be willing to tell?Horry is still coming to terms with the knowledge that his small, beautiful, and very greedy pony, Fleur-de-Lis, is really a long-lived kelpie, and that he won’t see his best friend Vigdis for a long while... moreHorry and Ancella set out to solve some of the mysteries of Tanqueray Manor at the mysterious Isle of the Piper. The answers are out there, but who has them, and will they be willing to tell?Horry is still coming to terms with the knowledge that his small, beautiful, and very greedy pony, Fleur-de-Lis, is really a long-lived kelpie, and that he won’t see his best friend Vigdis for a long while. His sister Ancella, newly married and expecting a baby, is determined to visit a mysterious island and track down the piper who gave her an enigmatic hint back at the New Year’s ball. With spring almost ended, Ancella sets out on an adventure, taking Horry as her companion. The eldest and the youngest of the Tanqueray siblings have a special bond, but there are challenges to overcome before they find the answers to their questions. less

Robert and Rupert Tanqueray had always been as close as twins could be. But first Rupert, then Robert learned something that would change their lives forever.The five young Tanquerays live at Tanqueray Manor on the Isle of Summer, next door to Zerenity, their aged and loving aunt. Zerenity has always been a constant in their lives. When she goes to glory, she leaves a legacy that has far-reaching consequences... moreRobert and Rupert Tanqueray had always been as close as twins could be. But first Rupert, then Robert learned something that would change their lives forever.The five young Tanquerays live at Tanqueray Manor on the Isle of Summer, next door to Zerenity, their aged and loving aunt. Zerenity has always been a constant in their lives. When she goes to glory, she leaves a legacy that has far-reaching consequences. Ancella has found the love of her life, Guy is changing quickly, Horry has a new best friend he’ll not see for a while, and the twins are unhappily estranged. What is wrong with Robert and Rupert? Only they know, and they have no idea how to mend it. The enigmatic piper, Tamhas a’Phiobaire, meets Robert and gives him a peculiar hint. But perhaps the answer to their problem lies under the stairs.This is Robert’s story. less