Heidi Eljarbo
Historical Fiction Author
Welcome to my website!
With a lifelong passion for history, I am happy to share my excitement and joy of the past with you. In my books, I hope to show how people handle life's ups and downs. I love historical fiction and mysteries filled with courageous and good characters that are easy to love
and others you don't want to go near.
If the story has elements of hope, magic, and romance amid challenging times, the better.
I hope you'll enjoy my tales. I certainly love writing them.
Heidi
Ways to connect
A Fabiola Bennett Mystery
Come back to the nostalgia of the groovy seventies
and to master painters of the past.
A dual-timeline art mystery series by Heidi Eljarbo—an intriguing spin-off from her much-loved Soli Hansen Mysteries.
“Once again, author Heidi Eljarbo leads readers through the highs and lows of the art world. Set against the backdrop of the 1970s…sure to be a new favorite for historical mystery fans.”
-Lynn Morrison, author of the Dora and Rex 1920s Mysteries
Soli Hansen Mysteries
Each novel can be read as a standalone, but they are more enjoyable when read in order as the story progresses.
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Mysteries of the Modern Ladies' Society
“A delightful mystery about finding what was lost and the power of friendship. Eljarbo’s lovely writing brings the quaint Norwegian village alive through a cast of characters that will charm the reader from beginning to end.” —Julie Daines, bestselling author of Eleanor and the Iron King
Betrayal and trust go hand in hand in the first book of Heidi Eljarbo’s new turn-of-the-century series.
It’s 1898, and Lilly has spent most of her life motherless and living with a father who never looks for a silver lining. When her great-aunt Agatha passes, Lilly’s existence takes a drastic turn. She packs her few belongings and moves into the old lady’s magnificent estate, Rosenli Manor.
In the days that follow, Lilly tries to understand who Agatha really was, and hidden secrets slowly rise to the surface. Her great-aunt’s glamorous legacy is not quite what Lilly had imagined. She must trust in newly forged friendships, and to her surprise, she discovers what it means to truly fall in love. But not everyone is happy about the new mistress of Rosenli.
Intrigue, mystery, and a touch of romance in the Norwegian countryside fill the pages of Secrets of Rosenli Manor. Fans of Rhys Bowen, Julie Klassen, Kathleen McGurl, Kate Morton, and Lucinda Riley will be delighted with this new novel.
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Heartwarming Christmas
Proper and sweet romances
with drama, wit, and finding true love.
Set in different countries and at different times.
Historical Short Stories
of Art and Sweet Romance
“As I expected, Ms. Eljarbo's knowledge of arts and paintings, combined with her impeccable research, make this a story to relish. Anyone interested in the world of arts will enjoy discovering little tidbits as the plot unfolds… Immensely approachable and likeable.”
-Cathie Dunn, bestselling author of historical fiction
This enjoyable anthology is a selection of short stories about sitters who have their portraits done by master painters. Full of hope and expectations they wait to see how the artist has chosen to render their personality, but the completed paintings come with both joy and complications.
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“A highlight for me in descriptive writing."
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“Artful prose and at a pace that makes for a can't-put-down, first-class literary voyage."
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“I'm simultaneously and sublimely entertained, enthralled, and edified.”
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"The overarching theme of finding (and fighting for) light in times of darkness was a great backdrop for this novel
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that skillfully juxtaposes good and evil like a chiaroscuro painting."
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"Absolutely incredible! I inhaled this in one sitting, it's just that good!"
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"This author is one to watch! …quickly this story and characters captured my interest.”
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“Interspersing love, hope, and courage, the participants are drawn together in mysterious paths."
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“A mystery which weaves in human themes, history, and art seamlessly."
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“A reward for any reader who adores quality World War II Historical Fiction.”
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“Depiction was absolutely fabulous.”
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“A book definitely deserving of your time.”
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"Smooth flowing narrative combined with beautiful, detailed imagery.”
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“I appreciate and admire the author’s knowledge and careful adherence to facts.”
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“Depicted with stunning atmospheric elements.”
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“Vibrant characters, a deftly woven plotline, and historical texture that makes you never want to put it down.”