Lady Wynwood’s Spies series
Christian Regency Romantic Suspense serial novel
If you like Christian historical suspense, adventure, slow-burn romance, and a touch of the supernatural, then you’ll love the Lady Wynwood’s Spies series!
In a whirlwind of conspiracies and secrets, Lady Wynwood’s spies navigate the perilous waters of espionage and betrayal, where every ally could be an enemy in disguise, and every heart hides a story untold.
Recovered from her harrowing marriage, Lady Wynwood’s peace shatters as a nefarious secret society linked to her past emerges. She seeks the aid of Mr. Sol Drydale, an old friend with ties to a shadowy arm of the government.
They gather a circle of trusted individuals with unique skills:
• A botanist with deadly aim with a bow and arrows
• An unconventionally trained female medic and chemist in a field dominated by men
• A cat burglar who also happens to be a viscount’s son
• A spy searching for answers to the mysterious death of his brother
• An ex-soldier haunted by regret and self-loathing
• A human lie detector desperately protecting lies of her own
• The most covert phantom agent working for the Crown
• All led by a nobleman keeping dangerous secrets (who feels like he’s wrangling cats)
To protect their loved ones, they must race to stop a treasonous brotherhood, whose dark secrets could enable Napoleon to win the war.
Lady Wynwood’s Spies is projected to be a 12-book series (not including the prequels).
PLEASE NOTE: Like the novels published in Jane Austen’s time, this is a story in multiple parts. Each volume has a completed story arc, but the overall story continues in the next book of the series and some volumes end on cliffhangers. The series is projected to be 12 volumes. The books should be read in order, and the series is not yet complete.
Recommended Reading Order & Bonus Extras
See the full reading order and downloadable extras for each volume here:
Lissa and the Spy
The Spinster’s Christmas
The Gentleman Thief
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 1: Archer
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 2: Berserker
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 3: Aggressor
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 4: Betrayer
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 5: Prisoner
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 6: Martyr
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 7: Spinster
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 8: Traitor
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 9: Shelter
Short Stories
The Series
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 1: Archer
An ex-spy and a spinster botanist must find a murderer—with ties to both their families—whose uncanny alchemy could turn the tides against the war with Napoleon.
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 1: Archer
She met him again by shooting him.
Unmarried after four Seasons of towering over her dance partners, Miss Phoebe Sauber learns she will be cast out of her home when her father remarries. Feeling betrayed by her father and by God, she misfires an arrow at an archery tournament.
But the arrow pierces a paper held by Mr. Michael Coulton-Jones, whom she hasn’t seen much in society in several years. And strangely, the symbol drawn on the page is eerily familiar to her.
He met her again while searching for a killer.
Michael had quit his work as a spy for the Foreign Office when his brother was murdered. His investigation leads to Apothecary Jack, a criminal underworld lord gathering a powerful army through an alchemical potion that gives men supernatural strength.
Michael joins forces with Phoebe and her Aunt Laura, Lady Wynwood, who have found a vital connection between Apothecary Jack and a mysterious group plotting against England.
Now, only this team of misfit aristocratic spies stands against a treasonous organization that could enable Napoleon to conquer the world.
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 2: Berserker
The team searches for their missing comrade before a crazed murderer finds him first.
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 3: Aggressor
When French spies land on British soil to steal the ingredient for a powerful alchemical potion, Lady Wynwood’s team falls under attack from the toxins they unleash.
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 4: Betrayer
The late Lord Wynwood’s secrets resurface with dreadful consequences for one of the team.
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 5: Prisoner
The clock is ticking as the aristocrat spies race to rescue a kidnapped teammate.
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 6: Martyr
The spies welcome new teammates when they are given an opportunity to capture a traitorous underworld lord.
Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 7: Spinster
A spy with a troubled past joins forces with two members of Lady Wynwood’s team to expose a secret society’s agent in a rural village.
When the team is suddenly attacked, they must discover why and rescue two trapped members.
A standalone romantic suspense prequel novella that occurs before The Spinster’s Christmas.
In her quest for a marriage of convenience, plain and unpopular Lissa finds herself entangled with the enigmatic Lord Jeremy Stoude, who has a secret mission for the Crown.
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The Spinster’s Christmas
A standalone romantic suspense prequel novel that occurs before The Gentleman Thief.
A wounded naval officer and an impoverished spinster race to uncover a mysterious attacker at a Christmas house party.
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The Gentleman Thief
A standalone suspense prequel novella that occurs before Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 1: Archer.
Sol goes to a birthday celebration with Laura to investigate an ex-agent thief, but he sees a mysterious symbol he’s seen before.
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The Characters
Once ensnared in an abusive marriage that left her wracked with guilt, Laura transforms her grief into a crusade for redemption, aiding those marginalized by society. Gifted in discerning lies and fueled by deep faith, she must uncover the terrible secrets kept by her late husband, all while grappling with her own vulnerabilities and the search for personal peace.
Mr. Sol Drydale
Shadowed by loss and guilt in his past, he is driven by a strong moral compass. His transition from the army to secretive national security roles reflected his unwavering commitment to serve, but he struggles with the confines of protocol. Sol’s quest for emotional connection challenges his closed-off nature, especially as his relationship with Laura unfolds, revealing a vulnerable soul beneath his stern exterior.
Cast aside for not meeting her father’s expectations, she determines to take control of her destiny. Her keen intellect, mastery in archery, and passion for botany define her as a woman of unique talents, and she discovers an interest in becoming a spy like a certain young nobleman she once danced with.
Haunted by his brother’s death and driven by a reckless spirit, Michael transforms his grief into a cloak of secrecy and adventure. His expertise in espionage, marked by a fearless disposition and a knack for disguises, belies his struggle with the weight of responsibility and a yearning for forgiveness. He closes himself off from love, but a daring archer may have already found her way into his heart.
Her journey from a devastating attack that left her with a permanent limp to pursuing a field almost completely closed to females reveals a woman shaped by adversity. Driven by the loss of her twin sister and a fierce desire to never feel helpless again, Keriah utilizes her skill in healing, even for a withdrawn nobleman who doesn’t remember meeting her in their childhood.
Forced to confront his limitations after a severe injury, he navigates the murky waters of espionage, familial duty, and the quest for God’s presence in his darkest moments. He fears the monster he is becoming, even as a beautiful chemist shines like the sun on his frozen heart.
Widowed young and currently living with her mother, she fools everyone with her charming smile. She was forever changed by the horrific choices she made during her brief marriage, and she battles with guilt over her brother’s death, even as her heart breaks over the tender inner wound of her childhood friend.
Years of suffering from dyslexia under an arrogant, violent father caused him to withdraw emotionally from everyone, including his young son. Injury and betrayal only stoke the fires of his anger, both at his father and himself, but his newfound leadership amidst a team of unconventional allies and his friendship with the Coulton-Jones family may lead to healing.
When a relative tried to kill her for her inheritance, she went into hiding. But the skills she used to survive make her into an excellent spy. Now her world is upended when the man she’s investigating for a mission turns out to be her first love.
Unable to escape the shadow cast by his deceased father that places his family in danger, he is then baffled by his mother’s disappearance. He struggles to find her as well as protect his sister from their enemies, but then he meets a hauntingly familiar woman with dark secrets of her own.
Extras
What’s up with the Gentlemen Quartet?
I wrote Prelude for a Lord, the first book in my Gentlemen Quartet series, in the same year that I wrote The Spinster’s Christmas, the prequel book to my Lady Wynwood’s Spies series.
Since then, I’ve been working on the next Lady Wynwood’s Spies series books, but I do intend to go back to the Gentlemen Quartet and continue writing books for that series. If you belong to my email newsletter, you’ll be sure to hear when the next book (Lady Wynwood or Gentlemen Quartet) is available.
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Series name change
Readers who have been with me from the beginning know that the original series name was the “Lady Wynwood series,” but the name changed to the “Lady Wynwood’s Spies series.” You can read on my blog about why the name and the series structure changed.
Praise for the Lady Wynwood’s Spies Series
“This is one of those books that you just have to start talking about, even before you’ve finished (and I did). The concept is incredible and unique, and will keep you on the edge of your seat!”
—Nicole Sager, author of The Heart of Arcrea
“Elliot’s amazing descriptions of the darker, underworld side of London bring the setting of this story to life and add to the darker side of this tale. While her realistic characters, who care so deeply for one another, make a team that you want to cheer on through each and every pitfall and new development.”
—L. Ertelt, Christian Fiction Devourers Goodreads group
“Mysteries, homeland agents operating in disguise, then the appearance of ‘Incredible Hulk’ or Dr. Jekyll/Mr. Hyde-type characters wreaking havoc and death, the story developed into a complex kaleidoscope, wherein every chapter presents a new permutation or another aspect of one of the character’s past life. To me, this was a riveting read from the beginning.”
—J. Stone, Amazon reviewer
“One of the distinct advantages to a serialized novel is the depth of characterization and the chance to explore the relationships between people. I really enjoy getting to spend time with the characters, allowing each one to take the lead at various points and see things from differing perspectives. … The characters are fantastic and the story is engrossing.”
—Lynda, Goodreads reviewer
This is Regency romance at its finest with not only the culture and mannerisms of the time, but also with intrigue, espionage, and drama which all make this quite the page-turner.”
—Anonymous5, Goodreads reviewer
More Resources
Recommended Reading Order & Series Roadmap
Lady Wynwood’s Spies Reader Journey Roadmap
Full list of Blog Post Extras, Deleted Scenes & Bonus Content
Lady Wynwood’s Spies Blog Post Extras
Camille Elliot – Home Page
Newsletter – Get Free Prequels & Early News
Patreon – Monthly Bonus Fiction & Extended Lore
Forced to greet “Mr. Purdue,” Mr. Vernon couldn’t stop a grimace of disdain as he very briefly touched the dirty hand with two glove-clad fingers. “Er … yes … indeed. Were you perhaps with the man who ran away?”
“Oh, no, sir. I didn’t see him. I came this direction because I heard the screaming.”
Mr. Vernon frowned. “Such a racket he was making.”
“But if you were wondering,” Phoebe said with a trace of sarcasm, “he appeared uninjured.”
Mr. Vernon nodded absently, and glanced around the small clearing. “Miss Sauber, I feel I should mention that it is improper for you to be meeting this person in this secluded place. We should return to the archery party.”
Phoebe pressed her lips together so she wouldn’t retort with something outrageous such as, I was just deciding to elope with Mr. Purdue in order to escape your insufferable presence at the archery party.
Or, But I haven’t yet hidden the body of the man I just shot.
Or, Mr. Vernon, it would improve my mood greatly if you would hold perfectly still whilst I connect my fist to your rather large nose.
She sighed and instead said, “Mr. Purdue was helping me recover my arrow.”
Strangely, Mr. Coulton-Jones gave her a sidelong glance and his mouth twitched in amusement, as if he knew she had wanted to say something completely inappropriate.
— Excerpt from Lady Wynwood’s Spies, Volume 1: Archer by Camille Elliot