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Merissa (14188 KP) rated The Hidden (The Secret Tales #4) in Books
Oct 2, 2026
THE HIDDEN is the fourth book in The Secret Tales series, and the first one about a new set of characters, although they are still linked to the first three books. I don't think you have to read them as this stands by itself nicely, but for deeper insight into various characters, you may want to. Plus, they're great reads.
Amalie is at home in Mere Manor. She's never 'come out' to the Ton, and is happy that way. She has her dogs and her horse. What more could she want? Apart from her parents still being alive and her brother back from who knows where, that is. Her aunt and uncle live with her, as she will only receive her inheritance when she turns twenty-five, which is still three years away. Her peaceful life begins to go awry when she is held hostage when someone holds up the Post Office. Not all of it is bad, though, as she meets Dr Richard Cartwell.
This was a great read, and I loved how Claire was in it, even if it was only for a short while. Amalie is a good-hearted woman who refuses to allow the rules of the time to run her life. She will do as her heart wishes because, after all, she lives out in the wilds of Devon. Richard was definitely her perfect partner, in that he only obeyed the rules as and when it suited his purposes. He was both caring and compassionate, while still having that protective vibe over Amalie. One thing he didn't do was stifle her.
The mystery side of things was well-written. None of it came as a surprise apart from Lydia, but I was content to just read and let things develop in their own time, rather than trying to guess ahead. I was still left with questions at the end, but it was more about various happenings or characters than the mystery itself.
I'm so glad we're getting Jenny and Alex's story next, and I can't wait to continue with this series. Definitely recommended by me.
** The same worded review will appear elsewhere. **
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
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Oct 2, 2026
Amalie is at home in Mere Manor. She's never 'come out' to the Ton, and is happy that way. She has her dogs and her horse. What more could she want? Apart from her parents still being alive and her brother back from who knows where, that is. Her aunt and uncle live with her, as she will only receive her inheritance when she turns twenty-five, which is still three years away. Her peaceful life begins to go awry when she is held hostage when someone holds up the Post Office. Not all of it is bad, though, as she meets Dr Richard Cartwell.
This was a great read, and I loved how Claire was in it, even if it was only for a short while. Amalie is a good-hearted woman who refuses to allow the rules of the time to run her life. She will do as her heart wishes because, after all, she lives out in the wilds of Devon. Richard was definitely her perfect partner, in that he only obeyed the rules as and when it suited his purposes. He was both caring and compassionate, while still having that protective vibe over Amalie. One thing he didn't do was stifle her.
The mystery side of things was well-written. None of it came as a surprise apart from Lydia, but I was content to just read and let things develop in their own time, rather than trying to guess ahead. I was still left with questions at the end, but it was more about various happenings or characters than the mystery itself.
I'm so glad we're getting Jenny and Alex's story next, and I can't wait to continue with this series. Definitely recommended by me.
** The same worded review will appear elsewhere. **
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian
Oct 2, 2026