Keeper of Enchanted Rooms - (Whimbrel House) by Charlie N Holmberg (Paperback)

About the Book

Rhode Island, 1846. Estranged from his family, writer Merritt Fernsby is surprised when he inherits a remote estate in the Narragansett Bay. Though the property has been uninhabited for more than a century, Merritt is ready to call it home-until he realizes he has no choice. With its doors slamming shut and locking behind him, Whimbrel House is not about to let Merritt leave. Ever. Hulda Larkin of the Boston Institute for the Keeping of Enchanted Rooms has been trained in taming such structures in order to preserve their historical and magical significance. She understands the dangers of bespelled homes given to tantrums. She advises that it's in Merritt's best interest to make Whimbrel House their ally. To do that, she'll need to move in, too. Prepared as she is with augury, a set of magic tools, and a new staff trained in the uncanny, Hulda's work still proves unexpectedly difficult. She and Merritt grow closer as the investigation progresses, but the house's secrets run deeper than they anticipated. And the sentient walls aren't their only concern-something outside is coming for the enchantments of Whimbrel House, and it could be more dangerous than what rattles within. --

Book Synopsis

A house of haunted history and ill temper. Make yourself at home in this beguiling novel of love, magic, and danger by Amazon Charts and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Charlie N. Holmberg.

Rhode Island, 1846. Estranged from his family, writer Merritt Fernsby is surprised when he inherits a remote estate in the Narragansett Bay. Though the property has been uninhabited for more than a century, Merritt is ready to call it home--until he realizes he has no choice. With its doors slamming shut and locking behind him, Whimbrel House is not about to let Merritt leave. Ever.

Hulda Larkin of the Boston Institute for the Keeping of Enchanted Rooms has been trained in taming such structures in order to preserve their historical and magical significance. She understands the dangers of bespelled homes given to tantrums. She advises that it's in Merritt's best interest to make Whimbrel House their ally. To do that, she'll need to move in, too.

Prepared as she is with augury, a set of magic tools, and a new staff trained in the uncanny, Hulda's work still proves unexpectedly difficult. She and Merritt grow closer as the investigation progresses, but the house's secrets run deeper than they anticipated. And the sentient walls aren't their only concern--something outside is coming for the enchantments of Whimbrel House, and it could be more dangerous than what rattles within.

Review Quotes

Praise for Keeper of Enchanted Rooms

"Filled with delightful period details and artfully shaded characters, this whimsical, thoughtful look at magic and its price is the perfect read for a cold fall night." --Publishers Weekly

"[R]eaders will be drawn in..." --Booklist

"Holmberg...has a deft hand portraying internal emotional responses...Keeper of Enchanted Rooms combines lighthearted entertainment and nail-biting excitement." --Historical Novels Review

"There are twists and turns, some of which are expected, but they all lead to a lovely ending after a suitably thrilling climax....[I]f you enjoy fantasy, suspense, and romance, you will be delighted by Keeper of Enchanted Rooms." --Bookreporter

"This is Charlie at her best--intriguing mystery, creative magic systems, with plenty of romance to keep me turning the pages." --Wall Street Journal bestselling author Jeff Wheeler

Praise for Charlie N. Holmberg

"Holmberg knows just how to please fantasy fans." --Publishers Weekly

"Holmberg is a genius at world building." --Booklist