The Light at Wyndcliff is Sarah E. Ladd's third book in her Cornwall series, however it works perfectly well as a standalone novel as well, as I hadn't read any of her other books but had no trouble jumping into the world.
The world Sarah E. Ladd builds in this book is mesmerizing. Liam Twethewey has finally come of age to claim his inheritance, Wyndcliff Manor and the surrounding estate. He has big plans to open a china clay mine on the land to increase the estate's income and improve the life of its tenants. However, he faces a less-than-warm welcome from everyone. Everyone, that is, except for Evelyn Bray, the granddaughter of his steward. Evelyn has spent her whole life being told by her mother that she must marry well, and to that end will move to be with her mother, if she is ever summoned.
This story is a wonderful blend of mystery and romance. Part of Liam's responsibilities include watching out for shipwrecks along the rocky coast and managing the wreckage that washes ashore. However, more is happening on the beach than either Liam or Evelyn know.
The romance in the book is very sweet and definitely G-rated - at one point the characters embrace briefly but that is the extent of the physicality in the book.
Overall this was a very enjoyable book to read and was very well written.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley.
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