Your destiny is a man of sterling and gold. . . by a woodland fairy, your future is foretold. While World War I rages overseas, Vanessa Perkins, a vivacious nanny, summers with her wealthy Boston employers at a glamorous mountain resort. There she meets Avery, a shy botanist, and Ned, a dashing aristocrat. Vanessa is drawn to Avery’s gentle nature but finds Ned’s charm equally intoxicating. When Ned arranges a promising position for her in his privileged world, revealing their secret romance seems possible despite their class divide. But to pursue a potentially brighter future with Ned, she must forgo the security of employers she adores. Agonizing, she discovers an enchanted forest grove, where enigmatic water nymphs and a fairy’s prophecy inspire her to reach for her dreams. But there’s a price for breaking society's rules. And when death’s shadow reaches American shores, Vanessa’s choices will put lives at stake, as well as her heart. A romantic historical fantasy about the nature of one's true worth. Buy now to enter the enchanting world of Twin Birch House! "This book is ingenious in its exploration of life's complicated layers. The vibrant settings reflect the tension between hope and tragedy . . . prose is both raw and elegant . . ." - Foreword Reviews ". . . a spectacular and bittersweet saga of loss, hope, and love . . . a well-written, atmospheric, and alluring fantasy that transports readers to a world of beauty and mysticism . . . highly recommend this captivating tale to all fantasy fans." - Readers Favorite, Makeda Cummings (5 stars) ". . . a whimsical journey packed with dazzling creatures, hope, heartbreak, and, ultimately, a winsome ending . . . complex characters . . . Ambrose is skilled at tinting even the harshest realities with lovely hues. Comparable titles: . . . Heather Fawcett's Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries ." - Publisher's Weekly BookLife "Tragic and hopeful in equal measure, this is a heartfelt, character-driven romance that tugs at your heartstrings from start to finish . . . a must-read for readers of historical fiction and fantasy." - Readers Favorite, Pikasho Deka (5 stars) "Historical romance and fantasy readers will relish the interwoven elements of history, love, and magic . . . Ambrose excels in drawing together a satisfying blend of magic, social change, and psychological insight." - Midwest Book Review, D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer "Ambrose masterfully weaved the elements of fantasy and romance to create an enchanting story that readers of both genres will enjoy . . . five-star book and more." - Readers Favorite, Carol Thompson (5 stars) ". . . an enchanting and emotional story of innocence to experience . . . a darker version of Anne of Green Gables meets the mischief-makers of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream . . . I loved it!" - Allison Morse, author of Fallen Star "Libraries . . . will welcome All That Shimmers into their collections. It's an exceptionally poignant examination of one twenty-something woman's shifting options . . . against [a] . . . challenging social and political atmosphere . . ." - Donovan's Literary Services, D. Donovan, Editor "Perfect for fans of the historical fantasy of Heather Fawcett and Sarah Addison Allen, All That Shimmers is thoroughly charming and utterly enchanting." - Sarah Vance-Tompkins, author of I Put a Spell on You "I wolfed down this beautiful book. I was charmed, engaged, and completely lost in the cleverly crafted story . . . stunning characterizations, witty dialogue and a structure that leaves you feeling complete . . . and yet still wanting a sequel. Bravo." - Colette Freedman, author of The Affair ". . . a must-read for anyone who enjoys beautifully written and emotionally resonant fantasy romance." - Cordia Pearson, author of Iridesce "Spot on details of the setting and hardships the vulnerable young heroine faces, plus a magical dip into a bit of fantasy, make this book unique. A true delight." - Meg Mims, Spur Award-winning author of Double Crossing Kady Ambrose is a historical fantasy author whose prior work has been published in short-story anthologies and "Woman's World" magazine. Her alter-ego is Lynne Moses, a screenwriter, playwright and writing consultant who taught story development in Los Angeles at UCLA Extension and elsewhere. She lives in Paris, where she and her husband are happily bossed around by their sweet little Yorkie-mix, Saylie.