Cloaked in Beauty
In the heart of the Piney Woods of Texas, Letty Hood has spent the last fifteen years of her life hidden away with her grandmother to escape the deadly schemes of an uncle who wants her dead. Now, with her twenty-first birthday on the horizon, she is forced to accept the escort of a stranger and return to Houston in secret so she can claim a birthright that will make her one of the wealthiest women in Texas. If she lives long enough to inherit.
Pinkerton agent Philip Carmichael has one duty: get the Radcliffe heiress home alive. Expecting a spoiled girl, Philip is surprised to encounter a woman of rare strength with a kind soul and keen wit. As they journey together, Letty's resilience wins his admiration, breaking through his hardened cynicism. Yet the threat to Letty grows more menacing with every mile, and Philip fears that keeping her out of harm's way may be just as impossible as keeping her out of his heart.
"Little Red Riding Hood" and "Sleeping Beauty" entwine for a romantic fairy tale retelling that explores the power of true love conquering even the darkest of nights.
Praise for Cloaked in Beauty:
“. . . the narrative charms with its twists, turns, and wry fairy tale allusions. This has plenty of heart.”
– Publisher's Weekly
“Cloaked in Beauty is the delightful third installment in Witemeyer’s popular Texas Ever After series. It integrates meaningful themes of integrity and identity with charming touchstones from Red Riding Hood and Sleeping Beauty, all told with the series’ signature Texas twist. Its slow-burn romance is fueled by innocence born from purity rather than naiveté, and Letty is a sure-fire favorite heroine in her progressiveness, courage facing challenges, and mission to do what is right.”
– Booklist
“Witemeyer breathes new life into traditional European fairy tales as she explores the wildness and wonder of the Old West in her 'Texas After Ever' series.”
– Library Journal
“. . . perfect for those who enjoy a strong sense of adventure and suspense. The perilous journey that Letty and Philip embark on is thrilling and the plot is full of twists and turns that keep you guessing. At the same time, the novel . . . will warm your heart, making it a must-read for anyone looking for an engaging and emotionally resonant historical romance.”
– Interviews & Reviews
