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Monday, March 26, 2018
The Lost Castle by Kristy Cambron
I always enjoy reading Kristy Cambron's historical fiction novels. I believe The Lost Castle is my favorite so far. It is different from her other books due to the main character being a 13th-century castle in France's wine country. The story bounces back and forth from France's revolution to 1944, and on to modern day France following the lives of 3 women and their involvement with Chataue de la Mothe-Chandeniers or The Sleeping Beauty. The plotlines are strong with witty, enjoyable characters. Kristy has certainly researched her facts and created an enjoyable work of historical fiction. So grab your tea and settle in for a great read.
I was given a copy of The Lost Castle for review purposes. All thoughts are my own.
From Amazon:
“It’s been a long time since I’ve been so thoroughly engrossed in a novel . . . The Lost Castle kept me spellbound!” —Tamera Alexander, USA TODAY bestselling author of To Whisper Her Name and Christmas at Carnton
Broken-down walls and crumbling stones seemed to possess a secret language all their own.
What stories would they tell, if she finally listened?
Ellie Carver arrives at her grandmother’s bedside expecting to find her silently slipping away. Instead, the beloved woman begins speaking. Of a secret past and castle ruins forgotten by time. Of a hidden chapel that served as a rendezvous for the French Resistance in World War II. Of lost love and deep regret . . .
Each piece that unlocks the story seems to unlock part of Ellie too—where she came from and who she is becoming. But her grandmother is quickly disappearing into the shadows of Alzheimer’s and Ellie must act fast if she wants to uncover the truth of her family’s history. Drawn by the mystery surrounding The Sleeping Beauty—a castle so named for Charles Perrault’s beloved fairy tale—Ellie embarks on a journey to France’s Loire Valley in hopes that she can unearth its secrets before time silences them forever.
Bridging the past to the present in three time periods—the French Revolution, World War II, and present day—The Lost Castle is a story of loves won and lost, of battles waged in the hearts of men, and of an enchanted castle that stood witness to it all, inspiring a legacy of faith through the generations.
About the author:
Kristy Cambron is an award-winning author of Christian fiction, including her bestselling debut The Butterfly and the Violin, and an author of Bible studies, including the Verse Mapping series. She is a passionate storyteller who travels to speak at ministry events across the country, encouraging women to experience a deeper life in the Word through verse mapping. Her work has been named to Publishers Weekly Religion & Spirituality TOP 10, Library Journal Reviews’ Best Books, RT Reviewers’ Choice Awards, and received 2015 & 2017 INSPY Award nominations.
Kristy holds a degree in Art History/Research Writing, and has 15 years of experience in education and leadership development for a Fortune-100 Corporation. She lives in Indiana with her husband and three sons, and can probably be bribed with a coconut mocha latte and a good read.
Pictures of the real Chataue de la Mothe-Chandeniers or The Sleeping Beauty.
Sunday, March 25, 2018
The Innkeeper's Daughter by Michele Griep
The Innkeeper’s Daughter Celebration Tour
Blog Stops
Just the Write Escape, March 15
Fiction Aficionado, March 15
All-of-a-kind Mom, March 15
The Morning Chapter, March 15
Reflections From My Bookshelves, March 16
Reading Is My SuperPower, March 16
Mommynificent, March 16
Blogging With Carol, March 16
Among the Reads, March 17
Connie’s History Classroom, March 17
Mary Hake, March 17
Blossoms and Blessings, March 17
Karen Sue Hadley, March 18
The Power of Words, March 18
Christian Chick’s Thoughts, March 18
D’S QUILTS & BOOKS, March 18
Kathleen Denly, March 19
Faithfully Bookish, March 19
Captive Dreams Window, March 19
Red Headed Book Lady, March 19
The Fizzy Pop Collection, March 20
Remembrancy, March 20
Inklings and notions, March 20
Book by Book, March 20
Moments Dipped in Ink, March 21
Black ‘n’ Gold Girl’s Book Spot, March 21
Singing Librarian Books, March 21
To Everything a Season, March 21
Bookworm Mama, March 22
Two Points of Interest, March 22
Vicky Sluiter, March 22
Carpe Diem, March 22
Pause for Tales, March 23
Have A Wonderful Day, March 23
A Baker’s Perspective, March 23
margaret kazmierczak, March 23 (Interview)
proud to be an autism mom, March 24
Bibliophile Reviews, March 24
A Greater Yes, March 24
Texas Book-aholic, March 25
Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, March 25
Janices book reviews, March 25
A Reader’s Brain, March 26
Jeanette’s Thoughts, March 26
Simple Harvest Reads, March 26 (Mindy Houng Guest Post)
Kaylee’s Kind Of Writes, March 27
My Writer’s Life, March 27
Pursuing Stacie, March 27
Bigreadersite, March 27
Tell Tale Book Reviews, March 28
Pink Granny’s Journey, March 28
The PhD Mamma, March 28
About the Book
Title: The Innkeeper’s Daughter
Author: Michelle Griep
Genre: Historical Christian Fiction
Release Date: March 1, 2018
A London officer goes undercover to expose a plot against the Crown
Dover, England, 1808: Officer Alexander Moore goes undercover as a gambling gentleman to expose a high-stakes plot against the king—and he’s a master of disguise, for Johanna Langley believes him to be quite the rogue. . .until she can no longer fight against his unrelenting charm.
Dover, England, 1808: Officer Alexander Moore goes undercover as a gambling gentleman to expose a high-stakes plot against the king—and he’s a master of disguise, for Johanna Langley believes him to be quite the rogue. . .until she can no longer fight against his unrelenting charm.
All Johanna wants is to keep the family inn afloat, but when the rent and the hearth payment are due at the same time, where will she find the extra funds? If she doesn’t come up with the money, there will be nowhere to go other than the workhouse—where she’ll be separated from her ailing mother and ten-year-old brother.
Alex desperately wants to help Johanna, especially when she confides in him, but his mission—finding and bringing to justice a traitor to the crown—must come first, or they could all end up dead.
Click here to purchase your copy!
About the Author
Michelle Griep has been writing since she first discovered blank wall space and Crayolas. She seeks to glorify God in all that she writes—except for that graffiti phase she went through as a teenager. She resides in the frozen tundra of Minnesota, where she teaches history and writing classes for a local high school co-op. An Anglophile at heart, she runs away to England every chance she gets, under the guise of research. Really, though, she’s eating excessive amounts of scones while rambling around a castle. Michelle is a member of ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers) and MCWG (Minnesota Christian Writers Guild). Keep up with her adventures at her blog “Writer off the Leash” or visit www.michellegriep.com.
Guest Post from Michelle Griep
Celebrating Oak Apple Day
Spring is just around the corner, or maybe it’s in full bloom in your neck of the woods. Regardless, by this time of year, everyone is ready to celebrate. . .and nothing new is under the sun. For centuries people have been eager to welcome budding greenery and warmth.
In my recent release, The Innkeeper’s Daughter, I incorporated a spring holiday that’s been around for over 500 years in England, one you may never heard of.
Oak Apple Day.
This ancient celebration dates back to the year 1651. At the time, Charles II escaped the Roundhead army by taking cover in an oak tree. Everyone loved ol’ Charlie and was glad he lived, so in his honor, a new national holiday was born—one that in some parts of England is still celebrated today.
Another name for this annual event is Royal Oak Day and the festivities occur every May 29th. Celebration traditions vary from parades to the ringing of bells, but one thing that is standard is that it’s a day to pin an oak leaf on your lapel. If you fail to wear one, you could end up getting pinched.
The hero in my latest release is kind enough to remind the heroine that she forgot to pin on her leaf, thus saving her from untoward pinches. Interested in hearing more about this gallant fellow and the forgetful miss? Here’s a blurb about The Innkeeper’s Daughter…
Tension is high with the threat of a Napoleonic attack in Regency England, but risk from abroad means nothing when there’s danger at home.
Officer Alexander Moore goes undercover as a gambling gentleman to expose a high-stakes plot against the crown—and he’s a master of disguise, for Johanna Langley believes him to be quite the rogue . . . until she can no longer fight against his unrelenting charm.
All Johanna wants is to keep the family inn afloat, but when the rent and the hearth payment are due at the same time, where will she find the extra funds? If she doesn’t come up with the money, there will be nowhere to go other than the workhouse—where she’ll be separated from her ailing mother and ten-year-old brother.
Alex desperately wants to help Johanna, especially when she confides in him, but his mission—finding and bringing to justice a traitor to the crown—must come first, or they could all end up dead.
It’s a race against time for them both.
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