The Architect of Song by A.G. Howard
Expected publication: August 15th 2016
A lady imprisoned by deafness, an architect imprisoned by his past, and a ghost imprisoned within the petals of a flower — intertwine in this love story that transcends life and death.For most of her life, nineteen-year-old Juliet Emerline has subsisted – isolated by deafness – making hats in the solitude of her home. Now, she’s at risk to lose her sanctuary to Lord Nicolas Thornton, a twenty-seven-year-old mysterious and eccentric architect with designs on her humble estate. When she secretly witnesses him raging beside a grave, Juliet investigates, finding the name “Hawk” on the headstone and an unusual flower at the base. The moment Juliet touches the petals, a young English nobleman appears in ghostly form, singing a song only her deaf ears can hear. The ghost remembers nothing of his identity or death, other than the one name that haunts his afterlife: Thornton.
To avenge her ghostly companion and save her estate, Juliet pushes aside her fear of society and travels to Lord Thornton’s secluded holiday resort, posing as a hat maker in one of his boutiques. There, she finds herself questioning who to trust: the architect of flesh and bones who can relate to her through romantic gestures, heartfelt notes, and sensual touches … or the specter who serenades her with beautiful songs and ardent words, touching her mind and soul like no other man ever can. As sinister truths behind Lord Thornton’s interest in her estate and his tie to Hawk come to light, Juliet is lured into a web of secrets. But it’s too late for escape, and the tragic love taking seed in her heart will alter her silent world forever.
NYT bestselling author, A.G. Howard, brings her darkly magical and visual/visceral storytelling to Victorian England. The Architect of Song is the first installment in her lush and romantic Haunted Hearts Legacy series, a four book gothic saga following the generations of one family as — haunted by both literal and figurative ghosts — they search for self-acceptance, love, and happiness.
New Adult: Recommended for ages 17+.
This cover is so pretty! And umm, Victorian England? Yes, please. Need! Definitely adding this to my list to watch out for.
I already know I'm going to love it!
I didn't know about this one at all! I know her other upcoming book Roseblood, but this one just kind of comes out of nowhere.
It did! It was a total surprise.
What a beautiful cover. Hope you love it!
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I'm sure I will!
This sounds like a lovely book, and the gorgeous cover sealed the deal for me. Here's mine: “THIS MUST BE THE PLACE”
I'm really excited about it!
YES!!! I cannot wait for this one! Love AG Howard <3 Already on my TBR. Great pick!
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A.G. Howard is so great! 😀
I saw this last week and immediately added it to my wishlist. I am loving the cover and the description. Great choice!
It sounds like an amazing read!
I just found out about this book a few days ago. I was so surprised to see A.G. Howard has another new book coming out. I didn't hear anything about it but as soon as I saw it I added it to my TBR 😉 Plus the cover is just gorgeous!
I agree with all you said. And August isn't thàt long away anymore so yay!
Yep, can't wait for this one!!
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Woohoo! 😀
OmG, what a beautiful cover!
I read Splintered by this author and loved it. I think I'll give this one a try too.
Thanks for sharing!
I love the cover to this one so much! I haven't read the Splintered series yet but this book just sounds so epic too!