Books by Kathleen McGurl

The latest unforgettable timeslip novel from the USA Today bestselling author of The Secret of the Chateau. Will love lead her to a devastating choice?

The gripping new historical novel from the USA Today bestselling author of The Girl from Bletchley Park and The Forgotten Secret. A heartbreaking choice. A secret kept for centuries.

'Brilliantly written... took me on an emotional roller coaster. A story that will live with me for a very long time.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

'Be ready to be wowed and amazed and lose sleep as you stay up to reach the last pages!... You absolutely must read it!' NetGalley reviewer, 5 starsWhat would you do to protect the ones you love?1861. George's life changes forever the day he meets Lucy. She's beautiful and charming, and he sees a future with her that his position as the second son in a wealthy family has never offered him. But when Lucy dies in a suspected poisoning days after rejecting George, he finds himself swept up into a murder investigation. George loved Lucy; he would never have harmed her. So who did?Now. On the surface Cassie is happy with her life: a secure job, good friends, and a loving family. When a mysterious gift in a long-forgotten will leads her to a dark secret in her family's history she's desperate to learn more. But the secrets in Cassie's family aren't all hidden in the past, and her research will soon lead her to a revelation much closer to home - and which will turn everything she knows on its head...Discover a family's darkest secrets today. Perfect for fans of The Girl in the Letter, The Beekeeper's Promise and The Forgotten Village!Readers love The Forgotten Gift!'Excellent... I read it in one fell swoop... Utterly engrossing and responsible for the fact that I went to bed well after my usual bedtime.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars'Fast paced and very well written story... Impossible to put down... Loved it.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars'The queen of dual timelines has done it again.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars'I was completely transfixed... Didn't want to put it down once I'd started it. It was finished within a day.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars'The writing is fantastic. The pace fast. The plot gripping.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars'I enjoyed this book... The story of George had a perfect ending.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars'I really liked this book... Well written and great character development.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

We'll Meet Again...When Ali inherits her great-aunt's house she immediately moves her whole family in, despite the warnings that there is something strange about the place.Unfazed Ali begins redecorating, going through the rooms, making each one her own with the help of her daughter, Kelly. But when under the wallpaper in Kelly's new room they discover a scrawled message from 1944 Ali begins to question the history of the house as she knows it.Her family has always seemed so picture perfect, not a blemish or a secret to be found. Yet, this discovery throws her into confusion and Ali begins to question exactly what she knows about her family and the mysteries they have kept hidden...Perfect for fans of The Emerald Comb, Rachel Hore and Kate MortonDon't miss Kathleen's new book - The Girl from Ballymor out in 2017!Praise for Kathleen McGurl'There were twists and turns galore that had me gripping my Kindle to within an inch of its life...' - Becca's Books on The Pearl Locket'An engrossing family saga' - cayocosta72 on The Pearl Locket'If you want a book that is exciting, fast-paced and impossible to put down, with plenty of twists and turns, then you need to buy this book! I can't wait to read more of Kathleen's novels.' - Emma's Book Reviews on The Emerald Comb'The Emerald Comb is fantastic.' - Books & Baby'An edge of your seat read, that is a page turner and griped me from page one.' - Comet Babe's Books on The Emerald Comb

'The Daughters of Red Hill Hall ...[has] all the intrigue, mystery, relationship drama and edge of your seat secret reveals any reader could want.' - Books and BoardiesWhen Gemma discovers a pair of ancient duelling pistols encrusted with rubies in the basement of the local museum, she is immediately intrigued...On a fateful night in 1838 two sisters were found shot in the cellars of Red Hill Hall. And when Gemma begins to delve deeper into their history she begins to realise that the secrets of that night are darker than anyone had ever imagined.As the shocking events of the past begin to unravel, Gemma's own life starts to fall apart. Loyalties are tested and suddenly it seems as if history is repeating itself, as Gemma learns that female friendships can be deadly...Perfect for fans of The Emerald Comb, The Pearl Locket, Rachel Hore and Kate Morton.What reviewers are saying about Kathleen McGurl's The Daughters of Red Hill Hall'Mystery, danger, intrigue and heart-pounding drama are deliciously interwoven' - Julie (Goodreads)'I devoured The Daughters of Red Hill Hall in two sittings...it showed off the many talents of Kathleen McGurl to perfection.' - Emma Crowley on Shaz's Book Blog'This book grabbed me from its opening pages' - Being Anne...'a great summer read!' - A Home in the Country'if you like historical mysteries, murder and romance, this is a must read for you.' - Violet Fields (NetGalley)'This is the first of Kathleen McGurl's books that I have read but it certainly won't be the last' - Karen O'Hare (Goodreads)'For fans of Katherine Webb or Kate Riordan' - Sheila's Review (Goodreads)'McGurl focuses on the relationships and emotional turmoil... As always a spirited read.' - Cheryl M-M

Everything is about to change...

Can she unlock the mysteries of the past?

'Absolutely broke my heart... I didn't emerge for breath until I'd tearfully finished the last page. Wonderful.' Being Anne, 5 stars

'Drew me straight in and kept me hooked.' Linda Finlay 'Really touching, a gently gripping mystery.' Kerry Barrett Beneath the surface lie forgotten secrets...

What would you sacrifice for your children?