In Beauty Among Ruins by J’nell Ciesielski, set during the aftermath of World War I, an American heiress and a wounded Scottish laird are brought together in unexpected ways. In 1914, Lily Durham, an American socialite, is notorious for her carefree attitude and disregard for the consequences of her actions. After being sent to England as a "cure" for her frivolous behavior, the war erupts, and Lily is soon nursing the wounded in a remote Scottish castle, Kinclavoch, alongside her cousin. There, she encounters a brooding laird, Alec MacGregor.

Alec has dedicated his life to maintaining Kinclavoch Castle, but mounting financial difficulties force him to sell parts of his family estate. Accused of cowardice for not fighting in the war due to an old injury, Alec hides away in the shadows, offering refuge to soldiers while avoiding the public eye. His quiet existence is disrupted when Lily arrives, bringing a burst of light into his dim world.

As a series of mysterious events threaten the future of the castle, Lily and Alec must work together to uncover the truth behind the danger. Along the way, their growing attraction complicates their mission. Will they solve the mystery before it’s too late, or will their biggest challenge be resisting the pull of love?

Product details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Thomas Nelson (January 12, 2021)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 416 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0785233563
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0785233565
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12 ounces
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 1.2 x 8.4 inches
• Condition: Used-Like New

Tags: # Historical Fiction, Romance Fiction, Christian Fiction, World War I, Scotland, Mystery,