About the Book
Boston, 1773
Emma Malcolm’s father is staunchly loyal to the crown, but Emma’s heart belongs to Noah Winslow, a lowly printer’s assistant and Patriot. But her father has promised her hand to Samuel Clarke, a rapacious and sadistic man. As his fiancée, she would have to give up Noah and the friends who have become like family to her—as well as the beliefs she has come to embrace.
After Emma is drawn into the treasonous Boston Tea Party, Samuel blackmails her with evidence that condemns each participant, including Noah. Emma realizes she must do whatever it takes to protect those she loves, even if it means giving up the life she desires and becoming Samuel’s wife.
Present Day
Lieutenant Hayley Ashworth is determined to be the first woman inducted into the elite Navy SEALs. But before her dream can be realized, she must return to Boston in order to put the abuse and neglect of her childhood behind her. When an unexpected encounter with the man she once loved leads to the discovery of a tea chest and the document hidden within, she wonders if perhaps true strength and freedom are buried deeper than she first realized.
Two women, separated by centuries, must find the strength to fight for love and freedom. . . and discover a heritage of courage and faith.
Emma Malcolm’s father is staunchly loyal to the crown, but Emma’s heart belongs to Noah Winslow, a lowly printer’s assistant and Patriot. But her father has promised her hand to Samuel Clarke, a rapacious and sadistic man. As his fiancée, she would have to give up Noah and the friends who have become like family to her—as well as the beliefs she has come to embrace.
After Emma is drawn into the treasonous Boston Tea Party, Samuel blackmails her with evidence that condemns each participant, including Noah. Emma realizes she must do whatever it takes to protect those she loves, even if it means giving up the life she desires and becoming Samuel’s wife.
Present Day
Lieutenant Hayley Ashworth is determined to be the first woman inducted into the elite Navy SEALs. But before her dream can be realized, she must return to Boston in order to put the abuse and neglect of her childhood behind her. When an unexpected encounter with the man she once loved leads to the discovery of a tea chest and the document hidden within, she wonders if perhaps true strength and freedom are buried deeper than she first realized.
Two women, separated by centuries, must find the strength to fight for love and freedom. . . and discover a heritage of courage and faith.
Book Beginning
Coronado, California
The bell was beautiful.
Friday 56
The call to arms came in the dark of night before dawn on the nineteenth of April. A rider came barreling through our streets, shouting.
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I read, and like, all kinds of different genres, so it's hard to say which one I like the most (especially since I'm such a mood reader). But the one I always go back to, and can never seem to get enough of, is Urban Fantasy. There's just something that's so fun about it.
What have you been reading lately?
The Tea Chest seems interesting. I like the quotes.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by, Breana! Have a great weekend! :)
DeleteI like a lot of Historical Fiction but "sadistic man" was a turn off for me. Otherwise it sounded good.
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Thanks for coming by, Lisa! Have a wonderful weekend! :)
DeleteI love that cover!!! Sounds like it might be a good read too! Happy Valentine's weekend!
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting, Freda! Happy Valentine's weekend to you too! :)
DeleteGreat snippets. Thanks for sharing, and here's mine: “THE JANES”
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by, Laurel-Rain! Have an awesome weekend! :)
DeleteThe Tea Chest sounds like a really good read. Emma an Hayley both sound like great characters. I feel for Emma and her situation and I am already rooting for Hayley. I am glad you are enjoying it so far!
ReplyDeleteI tend to be a mood reader too, and like to read a variety of genres. I think that's why I couldn't narrow it down to one genre. Urban fantasy is definitely one of my favorites too, though.
I hope you have a great weekend!
Emma and Hayley were great characters. I was sad when I reached the end because I just wanted to keep reading about them. Thanks for stopping by! Hope you have an awesome weekend! :)
DeleteUrban fantasy is one of my favorite genres, too, but I like to read too many different kinds of books to pick just one favorite type. :)
ReplyDeleteIt's so difficult narrowing it down, lol. Thanks for visiting, Lark! Have a great weekend! :)
DeleteI need to read more Urban Fantasy! :) Great pick!
ReplyDeleteIt's such a fun genre. Thanks for the visit, Erica! Have a wonderful weekend! :)
DeleteSounds like you really enjoyed this one! :)
ReplyDeleteI did! It was awesome! Thanks for stopping by, Nicki! Have a lovely weekend! :)
DeleteI love the cover for The Tea Chest!
ReplyDeleteUrban Fantasy is also my favourite genre! It's a tough question but when I think back on what I've been reading most, what I've been enjoying most, it was actually a simple answer. :)
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It was so hard narrowing it down. But I've been reading more UF this year and am eager to read even more, so that's why I picked it. It's such a fun genre. Thanks for coming by, Nicci! Have an awesome weekend! :)
DeleteI read fantasies and mysteries/thrillers. I'm quite picky about what I read.
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I love those genres too! Thanks for stopping by Laura! Hope you have a nice weekend too! :)
DeleteThe cover doesn't really incorporate the modern character? I would have taken it to be strictly historical fiction at first. The Coronado Island setting is such a cool place, tho. Sounds good.
ReplyDeleteI thought it was just a historical when I first saw it. Then I read about it and was super intrigued by the dual timeline. Thanks for visiting, Roberta! Have a great week! :)
DeleteThis week's BBH question was an easy one for me to answer: I don't read as many genres as you, Ashley. Considering my blog is packed with reviews for paranormal romance and urban fantasy books, I don’t think it’ll come as a surprise that my 💜 favourite 💜 reading genre is adult PARANORMAL ROMANCE! 😘
ReplyDeleteI hope you enjoy the rest of your weekend, Ashley. Here's my BBH Post
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Paranormal romance is such a fun genre. I don't read as much of it as I used to, but I still enjoy it quite a bit. Thanks for coming by, Flora! Hope you have a wonderful week! :)
DeleteI need to read this.
ReplyDeleteIt's so good! Thanks for stopping by! Hope you have a lovely week! :)
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