I’ve enjoyed all of Susan L. Tuttle’s books, and when I read about her upcoming release, I had to read it. In The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton, Tuttle expands on her contemporary romance roots and adds a bit of mystery in the way of treasure hunt of sorts.

Because of situations in her past, Everleigh is guarded. Maybe a little too much at times, but Tuttle does an excellent job of making her title character both lovable and frustrating. The woman is almost too smart for her own good sometimes.

The characters work well together. The two other women who are brought in on the mysterious search for a lost diamond also have their secrets (which we should get answers two as this series progresses), the woman who Everleigh cares for is insightful and becomes a mentor, and Niles is both aggravating and protective.

While the treasure hunt was interesting and entertaining, the real heart of this story is in the relationships of the characters and Everleigh’s growth as the story progressed. If you’re looking for a novel with realistic relationship dynamics, some travel to beautiful places, and some clues to pick up along the way, The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton checks everything on the list.

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“Wishing about the past is wasted emotion if it doesn’t lead to transformation in your present.”

What a stunning dual timeline novel! I’ve enjoyed Susan Tuttle’s books in the past but this one had me completely mesmerized and captivated. I am partial to dual timeline novels and the author has created a beautifully intricate plot with an Austrian dynasty in early 1900s woven into present day royal heirloom treasure hunt. I loved the Charlie’s Angels-like team of three women as the treasure-hunting trio and am looking forward to the next two books in the series as we get to know them better one by one.

Everleigh was a complex character - aloof, brilliant, and ready to step out of her shell yet so broken, hurt, and confused. Niles was a great character to balance out Everleigh and I adored his sarcasm and hard-won loyalty. Their banter was phenomenal. Aunt Gertie was my favorite; though weighed down by a medical condition, she was sharp, witty, wise, and not afraid to speak her mind. The faith lessons sprinkled throughout the book were spot on and relevant. I loved traveling through Europe and the US with the team as they followed the clues to the heirloom; it was definitely a memorable adventure.

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Susan Tuttle is one of my favorite authors. She has such a talent for creating these deeply immersive worlds with engaging characters and plots that capture your imagination in the best way possible, and I love when I have the opportunity to read one of her novels.

The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton combines mystery and romance with a touch of faith, which just so happens to be one of my favorite combinations! It makes the narrative feel so much more meaningful and captured not only my imagination but my heart as well.

When we first meet Ms. Everleigh, she is having a bit of a bad luck that quickly turns around when a mysterious man offers her my dream job: to help find a much sought after jewel that was lost over a hundred years ago. If it’s found, she will be handsomely compensated, which will help out her situation immensely.

I loved this novel so much! My favorite part of the narrative was the mystery and the hunt for the jewel, but I also loved the relationships that Everleigh cultivated on her journey, especially with Gertie and her hard-nosed nephew, Niles. The character development is flawless, in true Susan Tuttle style, and bonds you to these characters on such a deep level.

The sprinkles of faith throughout the narrative were subtle yet had a powerful impact for me. I found myself thinking about this story even when I wasn’t reading, which just goes to show what a rare jewel this novel truly is. I cannot recommend this novel enough!

*I have voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher through JustRead Tours. All views and opinions expressed are completely honest, and my own. ( )

I'm not certain if I've ever read any of Susan Tuttle's work in the past, but after reading "The Rare Jewel of Everleigh Wheaton", I'm definitely interested in reading more from her. The book is a dual-time story that revolves around three young women who team up to find a royal jewel that has been lost for decades. The story is full of mystery, adventure, faith, and a bit of romance too. The cast of characters is diverse, with each character having their unique personalities and personal boundaries that are tested as the hunt for the jewel progresses. I was delighted to learn that this book is the first in a new split-time series, and I can't wait to read the next installment. If you're a fan of contemporary mystery and suspense romance stories, then you'll want to read this book. I read a complimentary copy of the ebook through NetGalley for JustReads Tours, and I was not required to write a positive review. However, the opinions expressed above are entirely my own. ( )