“Christy and RITA nominee Klassen creates a wonderful cast of engaging characters while neatly stirring in a generous dash of mystery and danger into the plot of her latest, charmingly romantic inspirational romance.”
Booklist
about The Girl in the Gatehouse
“This story captured me in the very first pages and there was absolutely no putting it down. I highly recommend The Girl in the Gatehouse as well as Klassen’s other three novels.”
Author Vicki Tiede
“Klassen expertly infuses her Regency-set inspirational tale with a gothic atmosphere, resulting in a sweetly intriguing romance worthy of Victoria Holt.”
Booklist
about The Silent Governess
“This book has scandal, mystery, secrets and a budding romance. The characters are written in such detail the reader will forget they are fictional! Klassen has outdone herself with this latest novel. Her writing is comparable to Jane Austen’s. She writes with passion and readers will not be able to put this book down.”
Romantic Times
about The Girl in the Gatehouse,
4.5 stars and Top Pick
“This was one story I wasn’t able to put down at all from beginning to end. Full of intrigue and romance, The Silent Governess is steeped in gothic atmosphere and fascinating research. I have been a fan of Ms. Klassen’s since reading her debut book, Lady of Milkweed Manor, and her books just keep getting better and better. She is a must read author!”
CK2S Kwips and Kritiques
“This is an inspired and well-told story of mystery, intrigue and the politics of upstairs and downstairs folk in 19th-century England. The author takes the reader back in time effortlessly. If you enjoy Jane Austen or the Regency period, you will love this book.”
Romantic Times
about The Silent Governess
“Klassen blends her tale well; each ingredient—romance, friendship, healing arts, mystery—is measured to produce a lively, lengthy tale that will satisfy Regency aficionados and general readers, too.”
Publishers Weekly
about The Apothecary’s Daughter
“Once again, author Julie Klassen delivers a satisfying historical account with plenty of twists to make you want to read just one more chapter. Her characters carry a Dickens’ flavor. The Apothecary’s Daughter is a five-star read.”
Novel Reviews
“Klassen has written an amazing historical novel and she handles a 19th-century taboo with grace, style and respect.”
Romantic Times
about Lady of Milkweed Manor
“Julie Klassen weaves a compelling story . . . fully imagined. I loved it!”
Beverly Lewis, New York Times bestselling author
about Lady of Milkweed Manor
“This is truly one of the most emotionally gripping novels I’ve ever read. . . . This story is so full of passion that it will make your heart sing.”
Author Michelle Sutton
about Lady of Milkweed Manor