Storytelling and Surprises with Joanna Davidson Politano

Join Darcy and KyLee in welcoming Joanna Davidson Politano back to The Historical Bookworm Show! You can listen to previous episodes featuring Joanna or her work The Elusive Truth of Lily Temple, The Lost Melody, A Midnight Dance, and A Midnight Dance. In this episode of The Historical Bookworm Show, Joanna Davidson Politano discusses her latest Edwardian-era novel, 'The Curious Inheritance of Blakely House. Known for her captivating blend of mystery, romance, and gothic elements, Politano delves into the inspirations behind her newest work. She shares how a unique Edwardian house, filled with unfinished inventions, influenced the book’s setting and characters. The conversation also explores her writing process—balancing organic storytelling with spiritual themes—and the dynamic relationships between the novel’s lead characters. Joanna offers a tantalizing hint about an upcoming Cornwall-based series, promising more immersive and engaging tales to come. About the Author Joanna Davidson Politano’s gripping novels have been captivating readers for years with their fascinating characters, mysterious settings, pitch-perfect romance, and plenty of Gothic flair. Now she returns with her newest offering, The Curious Inheritance of Blakely House. Set in the Edwardian era, this book transports readers to an isolated island estate for a tale of unexpected inheritance and family rivalry where no one is as they seem. About the book The Curious Inheritance of Blakely House The new century is still young when clockmaker Sydney Forrester finds that she is the heiress of Blakely House, an estate off the coast of Northumberland. To say she is surprised is an understatement, considering the estate was owned by an estranged uncle whom she never met. Blakely House comes with an array of peculiar inventions, but it also comes with two nephews determined to oust Sydney from her newfound property. With the help of an unlikely ally, Sydney works to uncover the secrets of the estate—including who murdered its late owner. But when a mysterious man washes ashore with a stunning surprise, Sydney must prove she has inherited the late master’s brilliance as well as his property.  Joanna’s books: Lady Jayne Disappears, A Rumored Fortune, Finding Lady Enderly, The Love Note, A Midnight Dance, and The Lost Melody Connect with  Joanna Davidson Politano: Newsletter, Baker Book House, Amazon, Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, and Instagram.