Sharon Lynn Fisher
47North
7 October 2025
299
eBook - EPUB
Historical PNR
ARC via NetGalley
Cornwall, 1854. The people of Roche have always whispered about the recluse in the black granite tower that looms above the moorland. But one young woman is driven to discover the truth behind the old tales.
Her life overshadowed by family tragedy, Mina Penrose escapes her lonely days by working at The Magpie, a cozy tearoom on the village’s edge. Lately she’s been seeing shapes in the sodden leaves that hint at the future. After one such omen, Mina stumbles upon a murdered man on the heath. Villagers immediately suspect Harker Tregarrick, a living, breathing mystery who never ventures beyond the bounds of his centuries-old estate.
Until the day after the murder, when the handsome and compelling recluse visits The Magpie…leading to a meeting that will change both their fates. Captivated by a man around whom danger and rumors of death swirl, Mina has never felt more alive. Can she uncover Harker’s heartbreaking history—and the truth about the murder—before tragedy strikes again?
Tea & Alchemy is a delightful, cosy read that blends historical romance with paranormal mystery. Mina and Harker were both great characters whose stories interested me and whose romance felt natural and not forced or too sudden. The story was nicely paced throughout, emotional moments interspersed with action scenes, and the world building was well done. Regarding the latter, this story offered an intriguing, fresh take on the idea of vampires and their origins, and I thought it worked well. It certainly held my interest as the truth was slowly unraveled. I am giving this book 4.5 stars and I recommend it for fans of historical paranormal romance and fans of vampire tales looking for something a little different from the usual fare.
I received this book as a free eBook ARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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