“Enchanting and mesmerizing! Castle on the Rise enters an alluring land and time with a tale to be treasured. Ireland comes to life with as much vivid light as the characters of this dual-timeline tale of redemption and love. For those of us who love Ireland and its misty shores, its myths, and its mysteries, Kristy Cambron brings it all to life. More than once I wished to walk through the pages of Castle on the Rise and join Cambron’s magnificent women on a quest for the truth, and for love.”
—PATTI CALLAHAN, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF BECOMING MRS. LEWIS
“Castle on the Rise perfectly showcases rising star Kristy Cambron’s amazing talent! Perfect pacing, lovely prose, and an intricate plot blend together in a delightful novel I couldn’t put down. Highly recommended!”
—COLLEEN COBLE, USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF SECRETS AT CEDAR CABIN AND THE ROCK HARBOR SERIES
“Cambron’s latest is one of her best. Gripping and epic, this intricately woven tale of three generations seeking truth and justice will stay with you long after the last page.”
—RACHEL HAUCK, NEW YORK TIMES BESSELLING AUTHOR
“Vivid visual descriptions will make readers want to linger in the character and time period of each chapter, but they will become quickly immersed soon after starting the next. Romance fans will appreciate how Cambron builds multiple love stories within this richly historical, faith-based tale.”
—BOOKLIST FOR THE LOST CASTLE
“Cambron once again makes smart use of multiple eras in her latest time-jumping romance. Cambron spins tales of resiliency, compassion, and courage.”
—PUBLISHERS WEEKLY FOR THE LOST CASTLE
“Cambron does it again. However, this time she tackles three time periods. Take a family legacy spanning three eras, blended with an enchanted castle, and you have the latest split-time romance from Cambron.”
RT BOOK REVIEWS, 4 STARS, FOR THE LOST CASTLE
“Set in three different time periods—the French Revolution, World War II, and present day—[The Lost Castle] untangles threads of history to reveal a continuous theme of love, heartache, and restoration . . . Cambron slips deftly through generations, weaving tales of romance and intrigue . . . Readers of contemporary and historical fiction will find this book captivating.”
—CBA MARKET
“As intricate as a French tapestry, as lush as the Loire Valley, and as rich as heroine Ellie’s favorite pain au chocolat, The Lost Castle satisfies on every level. The three time lines weave and build upon each other as the three heroines navigate dangerous times and unravel ancient secrets. Kristy Cambron’s writing evokes each era in loving detail, and the romances are touching and poignant. C’est bon!”
—SARAH SUNDIN, AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR OF THE SEA BEFORE US AND THE WAVES OF FREEDOM SERIES
“It’s been a long time since I’ve been so thoroughly engrossed in a novel. Kristy Cambron grabs you from the start and weaves a fabulously intricate and intoxicating tale of love and loss. Her settings are breathtaking, her historical detail impeccable, and her characters now dear friends. The Lost Castle kept me spellbound!”
—TAMERA ALEXANDER, USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF TO WHISPER HER NAME AND CHRISTMAS AT CARNTON
“An absolutely lovely read! Cambron weaves an enchanting story of love, loss, war, and hope in The Lost Castle. Spanning the French Revolution, World War II, and today, she masterfully carries us into each period with all the romance and danger of the best fairy tale.”
—KATHERINE REAY, AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR OF DEAR MR. KNIGHTLEY AND A PORTRAIT OF EMILY PRICE
“Readers will be caught up in themes of family, loyalty, and courage—as well as a mystery and even a bit of a fairy-tale romance—in Kristy Cambron’s The Lost Castle. Cambron weaves together the lives of three very different women with vivid emotion against the lush backdrop of France.”
—BETH K. VOGT, CHRISTY AWARD–WINNING AUTHOR
“Cambron’s lithe prose pulls together past and present and her attention to historical detail grounds the narrative to the last breathtaking moments.”
—PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, STARRED REVIEW, FOR THE ILLUSIONIST’S APPRENTICE
“Cambron has written a gripping tale of suspense that will please her growing fan base.”
—LIBRARY JOURNAL FOR THE ILLUSIONIST’S APPRENTICE
“At once a love story and a mystery, The Illusionist’s Apprentice will appeal to anyone who likes novels about strong, enigmatic women, as well as to those curious about what goes on behind the curtains on a magician’s stage.”
—HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY
“Cambron takes readers on an amazing journey into the world of vaudeville illusionists during the Roaring Twenties.”
—RT BOOK REVIEWS, 4½ STARS, TOP PICK! FOR THE ILLUSIONIST’S APPRENTICE
“Prepare to be amazed by The Illusionist’s Apprentice. This novel will have your pulse pounding and your mind racing to keep up with reversals, betrayals, and surprises from the first page to the last. Like her characters, Cambron works magic so compelling and persuasive, she deserves a standing ovation.”
—GREER MACALLISTER, BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE MAGICIAN’S LIE AND GIRL IN DISGUISE
“With rich descriptions, attention to detail, mesmerizing characters, and an understated current of faith, this work evokes writers such as Kim Vogel Sawyer, Francine Rivers, and Sara Gruen.”
—LIBRARY JOURNAL, STARRED REVIEW, FOR THE RINGMASTER’S WIFE
“Historical fiction lovers will adore this novel! The Ringmaster’s Wife features two rich love stories and a glimpse into our nation’s live entertainment history. Highly recommended!”
—USA TODAY, HAPPY EVER AFTER
“Cambron takes a real person, Mable Ringling, and breathes fictional life into her while staying true to what is known about this compelling woman. The novel is an intriguing look into circus life in the 1920s.”
—RT BOOK REVIEWS, 4 STARS, FOR THE RINGMASTER’S WIFE
“Cambron vividly depicts circus life during the 1920s. With a strong supporting cast of friends and family—including a nemesis or two—the women experience heartbreak, loss, hope, and triumph, all set against the colorful backdrop of the ‘Greatest Show on Earth.’”
—PUBLISHERS WEEKLY FOR THE RINGMASTER’S WIFE
“A soaring love story! Vibrant with the glamour and awe that flourished under the Big Top in the 1920s, The Ringmaster’s Wife invites the reader to meet the very people whose unique lives brought the Greatest Show on Earth down those rattling tracks.”
—JOANNE BISCHOF, AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR
OF THE LADY AND THE LIONHEART
“The second installment of Cambron’s Hidden Masterpiece series is as stunning as the first. Though heartbreaking in many places, this novel never fails to show hope despite dire circumstances. God’s love shines even in the dark.”
—RT BOOK REVIEWS, 4½ STARS, TOP PICK! FOR A SPARROW IN TEREZIN
“Well-researched yet heartbreaking scenes shed light on the horrors of concentration camps, as well as the contrasting beauty behind the prisoners’ artwork.”
—RT BOOK REVIEWS, 4½ STARS, TOP PICK! FOR THE BUTTERFLY AND THE VIOLIN
“Cambron expertly weaves together multiple plotlines, time lines, and perspectives to produce a poignant tale of the power of love and faith in difficult circumstances. Those interested in stories of survival and the Holocaust, such as Elie Wiesel’s ‘Night,’ will want to read.”
—LIBRARY JOURNAL FOR THE BUTTERFLY AND THE VIOLIN