4.6 (1,835 ratings)

Vow of Deception: Ministry of Curiosities, Book 9

Name: Vow of Deception: Ministry of Curiosities, Book 9
Rating: 4.6 (1835 reviews)
Author: Shiromi Arserio
ISBN: B07BH78QN5

by Shiromi Arserio

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About this book

The wedding of the century is only days away, but for Charlotte and Lincoln, the countdown is filled with dread rather than joy. As the Ministry of Curiosities faces an existential crisis, a brutal murder by a shape-shifter threatens to dismantle everything they have built. With the press linking the crime to their secret organization, the walls of Lichfield Towers are closing in. Parliament is baying for blood, and the sanctuary Charlie calls home is on the verge of being shuttered forever.

This gripping installment in the beloved series masterfully blends Victorian-era steampunk charm with a chilling paranormal mystery. As the authorities tighten their grip and long-held secrets surface, the line between friend and foe dissolves. Charlie must navigate a treacherous web of betrayal to protect the people she loves, but with her future hanging in the balance, survival might come at an impossible cost.

If you are a fan of atmospheric ghost stories and slow-burn paranormal romance, this journey is a must-read. The high-stakes tension and evolving relationship between the leads make it an addictive addition to the saga. Can Charlie save her heart and her home, or will the shadows of the past finally claim her?

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B07BH78QN5

Reader Reviews

Love This Series!

January 15, 2018

Beyond good characters, good writing, and excellent stories, C.J. Archer has the wonderful ability to write a series in the proper way. I do not say she has exercised that talent in all of her series,(The Freak House come to mind), but here in the Ministry of Curiosities she has done so with skill and panache. Each book has presented a particular problem that our cast of characters must deal with and the solution to that problem. The interpersonal relationships, the underlying principles of...

Steampunk adventures and romance

December 7, 2025

When the wedding is finally approaching, Charlotte and Lincoln have to handle a murder that seems to point at the Ministry itself. This is a great series with lots of adventure and romance. )

Great Read!

August 6, 2025

Easy read! Delivered promptly! Part of a great series. )

Excellent

November 25, 2023

Finally justice and marriage! Who would of thought and I hope they rot and that's all I'm saying. I really like this series, the characters and the plot of this book. I am so looking forward to reading the next installment. ) One person found this helpful

Fun book full of intrigue and great characters

October 28, 2023

Interesting characters, independent women, lovely time period novel, action packed! C.J. Archer has a gift for character development and storytelling. ) One person found this helpful