Whispers of Love and Lies Series by Christine Cheong

After a painful breakup, Emily Davenport, a talented landscape architect from New York City, is ready for a change. Seeking solace and a fresh start, she relocates to the charming town of Willowbrook. Tasked with restoring the gardens of a long-abandoned Victorian mansion, Emily stumbles upon an enchanting yet neglected hidden garden. Amidst the tangled vines and forgotten flowers, she discovers a mysterious journal dating back to the 1800s... moreAfter a painful breakup, Emily Davenport, a talented landscape architect from New York City, is ready for a change. Seeking solace and a fresh start, she relocates to the charming town of Willowbrook. Tasked with restoring the gardens of a long-abandoned Victorian mansion, Emily stumbles upon an enchanting yet neglected hidden garden. Amidst the tangled vines and forgotten flowers, she discovers a mysterious journal dating back to the 1800s.The journal, filled with the secrets and musings of the mansion's original owner, Elizabeth Montgomery, pulls Emily into a century-old mystery. Elizabeth's sudden disappearance has never been solved, and the more Emily reads, the more she feels a strange connection to the enigmatic woman.Emily isn't alone in her quest to unravel the past. Nathaniel Reed, a charming local historian with his own hidden truths, becomes her ally. As they delve into Willowbrook's history together, their bond deepens, weaving a tapestry of romance and intrigue. With each revelation, they find themselves closer to the truth, but danger lurks in the shadows.Someone in Willowbrook is determined to keep the secrets of the past buried. As Emily and Nathaniel piece together the puzzle of Elizabeth Montgomery's disappearance, they must navigate the perilous path of uncovering truths that some would kill to protect.*The Secret Garden* is a captivating tale of love, mystery, and the enduring power of the past. Join Emily and Nathaniel as they explore hidden gardens, unveil dark secrets, and discover that sometimes, the answers lie just beneath the surface. less

Renowned wine critic Julia Carter receives an exclusive invitation to a prestigious wine-tasting event at the luxurious Rosenfield Vineyard, nestled in the heart of California’s wine country. Expecting a relaxing getaway among the vines, Julia instead stumbles upon a hidden cellar containing letters that unravel a tale of forbidden love and a suspicious death from the 1920s... moreRenowned wine critic Julia Carter receives an exclusive invitation to a prestigious wine-tasting event at the luxurious Rosenfield Vineyard, nestled in the heart of California’s wine country. Expecting a relaxing getaway among the vines, Julia instead stumbles upon a hidden cellar containing letters that unravel a tale of forbidden love and a suspicious death from the 1920s.Intrigued by the historical mystery, Julia uncovers a reference to Elizabeth Montgomery, a name she recalls from a recent news article about a solved century-old disappearance in the quaint town of Willowbrook. Determined to connect the dots, she reaches out to Emily Davenport and Nathaniel Reed, the couple who cracked the Montgomery case.Emily and Nathaniel, now married and celebrated for their historical investigations, join Julia at the vineyard. Together, they delve into the letters and discover that Elizabeth Montgomery’s brother, William, had a secret love affair with Clara, a vineyard worker. The affair led to the birth of a child and Clara’s mysterious death, which was covered up by the powerful Thompson family, known for their ruthless control over local affairs.As Julia, Emily, Nathaniel, and the vineyard’s enigmatic owner, Daniel Rosenfield, piece together the puzzle, they uncover a legacy of corruption and deceit that spans generations. The Thompsons, desperate to protect their family’s dark secrets, begin to threaten Julia and Daniel, trying to silence them just as they did with the Montgomerys and Clara decades ago.Margaret Montgomery, Elizabeth’s great-granddaughter and part-owner of the vineyard, provides crucial information that helps the team turn the tide against the Thompsons. With her help, they reveal the truth about William and Clara’s love story, exposing the long-buried crimes of the Thompsons.As the mystery unravels, Julia and Daniel find themselves drawn to each other, their shared quest for justice and truth forging a deep bond. With the vineyard’s dark past finally put to rest, Julia and Daniel look towards a future filled with hope and love.**Shadows in the Vineyard** is a tale of love, mystery, and redemption, where the echoes of the past resonate through the present, and uncovering buried secrets brings new beginnings. less

Investigative journalist Claire Mitchell arrives in the coastal town of Seabrook with a to uncover the truth behind the mysterious disappearance of her childhood friend, Sarah Thompson. Sarah's only clue was her obsession with the town's old, eerie lighthouse. As Claire delves into the lighthouse's shadowy history, she unearths a series of disappearances spanning a century, all tied to the same ominous structure... moreInvestigative journalist Claire Mitchell arrives in the coastal town of Seabrook with a to uncover the truth behind the mysterious disappearance of her childhood friend, Sarah Thompson. Sarah's only clue was her obsession with the town's old, eerie lighthouse. As Claire delves into the lighthouse's shadowy history, she unearths a series of disappearances spanning a century, all tied to the same ominous structure.Claire's search for answers leads her to a hidden network of tunnels beneath the lighthouse, revealing a dark history of smuggling and betrayal. In her quest for the truth, she meets Alex Whitaker, the brooding lighthouse keeper burdened by his own tragic past. Despite their initial mistrust, Claire and Alex join forces, discovering that their lives—and hearts—are more entwined than they ever imagined.Realizing the significance of her findings, Claire contacts historical consultants Emily Davenport and Nathaniel Reed, the couple who solved the Montgomery mystery in Willowbrook. Along with Julia Carter and Daniel Rosenfield, who uncovered the secrets of the Rosenfield Vineyard, they converge in Seabrook to assist Claire.Together, they discover that the powerful Thompson family, already linked to the mysteries in Willowbrook and the vineyard, has a sinister connection to Seabrook. The Thompsons' ancestors were deeply involved in the smuggling operations, and Clara, a key figure in their earlier investigations, met a tragic end here as well. As Claire and her allies dig deeper, they face increasing threats from those who wish to keep the past buried.With the help of Margaret Montgomery, they piece together the full story of Clara’s involvement with the lighthouse keeper and the ruthless efforts to silence her. Confronting the dangerous legacy of the Thompsons, Claire and Alex must navigate perilous twists and turn to uncover the truth and find justice for the victims of the past.As secrets unravel and the dark history is finally brought to light, Claire and Alex find solace in their growing love, healing old wounds and paving the way for a brighter future. Echoes of the Past weaves a gripping tale of love, mystery, and redemption, bringing the Whispers of Love and Lies series to a thrilling and heartwarming conclusion. less