{"product_id":"rivals-at-ashmore-castle-9781408737019","title":"Rivals at Ashmore Castle : An unputdownable, juicy family drama for 2026, perfect for fans of Downton Abbey, The Crown and Bridgerton.","description":"\u003cp\u003eEngland, 1905\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt Ashmore Castle, scandal is never far away...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen a train crash rocks Ashmore, unlikely heroes emerge - and old secrets begin to stir. Kitty is still finding her feet at the castle, though her sharp-tongued mother-in-law and the old earl's dark secret threaten her newfound confidence. Richard is certain he'll never love again now that Molly has sailed for America - until a new arrival catches his eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDownstairs, hearts and tempers are just as tested. Mr Moss nurses a quiet heartbreak, new footman Frederick isn't all he seems, and someone from Afton's past returns with unfinished business.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile, Nina is facing motherhood and marriage with mixed feelings, Rachel's love life is teetering on disaster, and Alice's artistic ambitions lead her into dangerous territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom whispered secrets to forbidden passions, life at Ashmore Castle is full of surprises - but as rivalries flare and loyalties shift, the harmony of the castle is more fragile than ever...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fifth novel in the captivating Ashmore Castle series. Perfect for fans of sweeping family dramas like Downton Abbey , The Crown and Bridgerton .\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders love the ASHMORE series:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Like a comfy pair of slippers. Cynthia Harrod-Eagles never fails to excel...The saga continues and you are drawn into the upstairs downstairs world...so grab a cuppa, some chocolate biscuits and enjoy!' 5-star Reader Review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'I always read anything published by Cynthia! The history is always really well researched, the characters realistic and the story fascinating.' 5-star Reader Review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'I have read all 3 books and loved it.' 5-star Reader Review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Well written story and a wonderful read!!' 5-star Reader Review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'A great series! Hope there's another instalment.' 5-star Reader Review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'If you are a Downton Abbey fan this is for you!' 5-star Reader Review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Loved it. Excellent story. Fabulous characters all blended by a tantalising web. I want to read the next book. Can't wait.' 5-star Reader Review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor: Cynthia Harrod-Eagles\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eModern \u0026amp; contemporary fiction (post c 1945), Historical romance, Sagas\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch5\u003ePublished on 13 Aug 2026 by Little, Brown Book Group.\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHardback\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Cynthia Harrod-Eagles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57320844427642,"sku":"9781408737019","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/4125\/files\/9781408737019.jpg?v=1790663774","url":"https:\/\/belfastbooks.co.uk\/products\/rivals-at-ashmore-castle-9781408737019","provider":"Belfast Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}