I loved this book, This lively adventurous tale with elements of romance and faith blended perfectly together. A lot happens within this story, yet at the same time it has a relaxed feeling about it.

The setting is the French - Indian War; which is not my first type of time period that I would turn too. But it was so well written and dangerously engaging that I could stop reading until I reached the end. The four main characters were absolutely charming.

This is the third book in the Daughters of the Mayflower series, but it can be read as a standalone. Mercy Lytton and Elias Dubois are an unlikely team, considering they are at odds with one another from the minute they met. Along with the ranger Matthew Prinn, they are tasked with moving crates of silver and gold to an English fort during the French and Indian War. Though Elias has been branded as a traitor and Mercy is half Mohawk, half white, they have to band together for a common cause. When things go wrong and it becomes clear that they have been betrayed, both must fight for their lives. In the process they become attracted to one another, must learn to put aside assumptions, and must learn to trust in each other and God as they try to survive ambushes by the French and a rival Indian tribe, the Huron.
This was such a good book. I couldn't put it down because of the characters' constant peril and the unstoppable action. The writing was so descriptive and vivid that I felt like I was experiencing the events firsthand. There are some sad occurrences and violent situations that happen in the book, but they are handled well. The Biblical truths about God and trusting Him alone were so encouraging to me. There aren't many Christian authors who can apply Biblical principles in such a powerful and relevant way, but Michelle Griep is one of them. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Christian historical fiction and needs some encouragement.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley. A positive review was not required, and all opinions expressed are entirely my own.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book it was stacked with so much action and adventure. The characters come to life and pull you into their lives. I love how much history I learned. Ms. Lytton is such a strong character I loved her.

I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.

This is the second"bride" book I have read. The story continues the excellent story telling I enjoyed in the first book. There is enough action and adventure to keep it from being a romance yet has enough romance to interest romance genre readers too. I love the ending and can't wait until the next book is released!

I am really enjoying this series! I think it is such a unique concept to follow the family lineage of characters in a series and utilize different authors within the series. Loving it! This latest release in the Daughter’s of the Mayflower series was a great addition! I loved the characters of Mercy and Elias. I loved how strong and unconventional Mercy was. She was the perfect heroine for this story. Elias was my favorite character in the story. He was quick witted, smart, and had so many layers that were revealed as this story unfolded. This book was packed with adventure and danger at every twist and turn. The crew of misfits had a difficult mission. They traveled through rugged terrain, and faced numerous unforeseen situations and obstacles. All of these things were what kept the pages turning! I would definitely recommend this book to historical fiction fans, especially those who like a little adventure and some danger!
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The Captured Bride was filled with history, adventure, heartache, romance, with a great touch of mystery. Scenes so vividly described I felt as though I was right there witnessing them. Scenes so heart breaking at times you wanted to reach out and comfort them. Just beautifully written.


So many great charactors who knew God and his promises. By the life they led there were able to show others how to lean on him when times came to tough to bear. God was just all the way throughout.



I admit the first few pages through me off and I almost quit reading. I think it was too much information for a book I knew nothing about. So glad I kept on because this ended up being great Christian historical read that I did not want to put down. A great great read.

So good! I am a new fan of Michelle Griep and I want to read everything she writes. Most striking is the attention to both historical and sensory detail. This story was filled with adventure, espionage, romance, and God’s truth. I so enjoyed experience this journey with these characters as they grew in their understanding of God and in their love for each other.

I love history; however I'm not a big fan of studying wars and violent times. I think they should be studied because they were important times, but I just have a hard time with vivid descriptions of violence. When I chose to read The Captured Bride by Michelle Griep, I had mixed feelings about it. The description sounded as if it would be an interesting book, but I knew it was set during the French and Indian War and thought there would be a lot of violence in it; and there was. But The Captured Bride still captured my interest from the beginning. Here is why.

The expert storytelling drew me into the story, even as I was trying not to get too deep into the story. When I read, I usually get so involved in the story, that I really feel like I am there in the story, but if I know the book might be a little too scary or intense for me, I try not to get too involved in it. I guess it is more like I’m observing the action, than right there in the middle of it. I really tried to just observe this story, but that didn’t work out like I thought. No, I was there, escaping Indians, crossing flooded river, and keeping an eye out for any other dangers right along with Mercy, Elias, and Matthew. Skillful storytelling will do that to me, and The Captured Bride definitely did.  The thrilling adventure kept me reading on. Yes, I’ll admit that sometimes the violence level was a little too high for me, but I kept reading because I had to find out what happened next. While I wish that the violence had not been described in such great detail, it was not enough to make me stop reading. There was too much going on to stop! So, in spite of too much violence, I did enjoy reading this book.

I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys historical fiction, especially fiction set during the French and Indian War. I would caution you though, that there is violence in this book so you can decide if you can handle it or not.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

This is the third book in the Daughters of the Mayflower series but it can be read as a stand-alone. The story is set during the French and Indian War in 1759 and features Mercy, the great-great-granddaughter of the couple from book 1. I thought this book was the best in the series yet. The heroine was born into in the Mohawk community, when her mother was taken captive, so she is comfortable living in the wilderness. Elias was an honorable character but he had some secrets. I liked how the author slowly revealed that not everything was as it seemed. The tension started to increase as the characters set out on their journey but I think after the halfway point is when the action and danger really escalated. There's much to keep your interest--whether it's the suspense, romance, and/or spiritual content--this story was an excellent entry in this series. I recommend it to readers who like strong MCs with redemptive character arcs that make you root for the HEA.
* I received this book free of charge from NetGalley.

This was the first book I have read in Daughters of the Mayflower series and my first By Michelle Griep. I had a hard time at first getting into this book and to be honest I don’t know why.

Elias Dubois makes me think of my Husband because they are silent at first and hard to read of who they are, plus with all the scuff and blue eyes. Ha ha
Elias is not as he seems he has many secrets and does not give them freely. I love he was not at he seems. He is a good man and he has great Love for God. I love how it is so important to him what God thinks of Him and that he wants to do right by Him.

Mercy Lytton wow what a women. She is strong, smart and can move with out anyone knowing except Elias. But she is very feminine under all her toughness. She is half Indian and half white. Her love for God is equally as great as Elias’s. She has secrets of her own. She has a very hard time letting her feelings be known.

These two are thrown together and told they are to portend to be Married. Which I can only imagine how hard that would be. He is a prisoner and she is a scout. He thinks she is beautiful form the first moment he sees her. She sees him as a prisoner before she even know he is who she will have to pretend she is married to him.

Mercy starts to feel things forElias she has never felt for anyone before. But she try’s her hardest to push it away. He cares for her so much that he can’t leave her even when he could end up dead. They end up having to really trust each other and learn that they can. They also learn how strong their love 💕 for each other is.

It was a very Clean read. I wish the end was more expanded upon, them being married and their life after settling down.

It was a very good book. Once I got into it I really enjoyed it!

*I received a copy from Barbour Publishing, Inc through NetGalley. All opinions are my very own.

I enjoyed every page of this look. I was captured from the first moment. The heroine Mercy drew me in. And the mystery of Elias and what he was all about! That kept me wondering until the very end, along with Mercy! I think I was on the edge of my seat with her living her emotions! That’s how much I got into this book. Running through the woods away from Indians, I can not imagine, yet the author does that for us. Having stories like this with the history embedded within the pages helps us respect our past and those who came before us and shaped the families and nation we are today.

An amazing read that grabs hold of you as the exciting storyline unfolds! Very well written and gives A realistic feel! Captivating twists and passion filled chemistry! An enjoyable must read!

Adventurous Mercy and her older loyal friend Matthew are transporting gold for the British army between an area torn by a French and British war. They are forced to take traitor Elias along who is to act as Mercy's husband; however, he has plans to not make it to their destination because other people are counting on him. Can Elias keep his secret hidden or will losing his heart to Mercy, one bent on never marrying, cause his downfall?

I had a hard time getting through this book because the real action did not start until after 60% into the book. It takes its time with setting up the story and developing the characters through minor interactions the first half of the book. I also did not care for the title of the book as it really does not seem to fit the story line. However, I thoroughly enjoyed the action and twists to the plot once I reached that section. Additionally, Mercy had a good transformation emotionally and internally.

A gripping story set against the backdrop of the French and Indian War, The Captured Bride grabbed my interest and wouldn’t let go. Michelle Griep has certainly done much research for this story. It shows in the rich historical details and her knowledge of the different cultures involved—the Indians, French, and English. Brimming with suspense, intrigue, and even a little romance thrown in, this action-packed, unique tale kept me turning the pages late into the night. Griep is a master at creating deeply layered, realistic, engaging characters and putting them into a story where they can grow, heal, and become stronger. The tender messages of forgiveness, faith, and hope woven throughout the story add a measure of depth and inspiration to it. I’ve read several of Michelle Griep’s books and enjoyed them all. I give this book 4.5 stars rounded to 5 stars.

I I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing/NetGalley and was under no obligation to post a review. All opinions are my own.

“The Captured Bride” is a novel from The Daughters of the Mayflower series by Michelle Griep. This novel is set during the French and Indian War and takes place in Upper New York in 1759, about five years into the war. Actually the British fought both the French and Indians for control of more land.

At this point in history, the British and American colonists fought against the French presence in the Ohio River Valley. The Native Americans tribes aligned themselves at various time with the two sides, frequently changing their allegiance. The colonists were moving farther into the Ohio Valley and were not welcomed by the Indians and French trappers.

In this story set during this time, we follow Mercy Lytton, a half-breed scout raised among the Mohawk Indians, her fellow scout Matthew Pinn, and a condemned traitor, Elias Dubois. No one is sure which side Dubois is on, but he is forced to see a gold shipment to its destination. Mercy, Matthew, and a young, brash private are required to go also, posing as a family travelling to a new land.

This novel is fraught with tension as the group heads into hostile territory. Not only are they trying to evade the French, but also hostile natives. At one point, Mercy is captured by the Wyandot Indians, and Elias diverts his focus on rescuing her instead of accomplishing his mission.

I’m sure you will enjoy reading about this perilous time in history. I found that I was more interested in this time period after reading this story and decided to research a little more into that conflict. Ms. Griep is an excellent author whose characters have a depth of faith, loyalty, and compassion that will draw you in to the story.

The Captured Bride (Daughters of the Mayflower #3)
by Michelle Griep

Release Date: June 1, 2018

My rating: 5 stars

SUMMARY: This third book in the Daughters of the Mayflower series can be read without reading the first two. (But, if you’re into family trees, you’ll want to!) In this book, Mayflower descendant Mercy Lytton is a scout in the wilderness of New York during the French and Indian War. Her father was a Mohawk Native American and her mother was British. During a mission, she encounters traitor Elias DuBois and must work with him to help deliver a shipment of gold to the British.

MY THOUGHTS: This is my first story by this author, but I think I’ll be looking up some of her other books. I really enjoyed it because of its historical adventure, clean romance, and interwoven Christian faith. I especially liked Mercy’s development throughout the story in regard to her mother and in finding where she fits in her world. The twists and turns of Mercy and Elias’s adventures kept me turning the pages.

I ended up buying two copies of the paperback. One copy was for my church’s library, and the other is for a giveaway for our library’s monthly drawing. I decided to purchase the giveaway copy because of the author’s note at the end of the book. The story was partially based on the legend of the lost French gold, a well-known local (Minerva, Ohio) story.

This book is recommended to anyone who likes frontier adventures, clean romance, or genealogy. I’m looking forward to book 4!

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At my request, I received a free electronic copy of this book from Barbour Publishing through NetGalley. I was not required to give a positive review. This review reflects my honest thoughts and opinions on the book, and I received no compensation for this review.

I am not real familiar with Michelle Griep's writing, however, after reading this book that is going to change.

This book is set during a tumultuous time in American history, one I don't know much about, which made reading this interesting and captivating. I found myself riveted to each page. The romance is swoony which is something I just love. One of my favorite things about historical fiction is how the historical theme encourages me to do some of my own research.

I highly recommend this book!

I enjoyed this book. I am not sure I think the title relates to the book all that well. The adventure is a little over-the-top but the hero and heroine are well matched and perfect for each other. If you are looking for a fun historical romance about a time that is seldom written about, this is your book. You have to suspend reality because I am not sure it is very realistic. But, there is plenty of action and a twist that is fun. Not too terribly preachy.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.

After expecting this book to be a lot like Mayflower Bride, I was happily surprised with it! This is a great story that is relatable, historically accurate, and the characters are true. The story doesn’t drag, but there are lots of plot twists and action. Also, the characters come a long way- I would love an epilogue with them! This book made me like this genre again. The only thing I would take points for is that it was somewhat predictable in moments (but that comes with the genre). I would definitely recommend this book!

In this beautiful story, will Mercy trust her heart? Or go a step further and mistrust both men? I loved this book! The suspense at the beginning of THE CAPTURED BRIDE, captured me and would not let go. The more I read, the more the intrigue, like a magnet, kept pulling me in. Then there was this very discreet touch of romance. It was more like a whisper to let you know that something was pulling these two together, that came in a little later. This part led me even deeper into the story, and kept me mesmerized right up to the end. Because I kept wondering, would something or someone bring them together? Or will something happen to keep them apart?
Then there was the character build, which was amazingly detailed as Mercy Lytton and Elias Dubois took me on a wonderful adventure with them. Will Elias prove himself to Mercy? If so, how? Will Mercy slowly begin to mistrust Matthew too? That part of the story will stay with me for a long time.
Michelle Griep, with her wonderful writing skills, came through with yet another remarkable story that was so moving it literally touched this reader's heart.
One part on page 73 held a lot of excitement as Mercy was explaining about two wagons approaching and how she knew about it. Then in chapter 20, when Matthew tied Elias to a tree, and was going to leave him behind, what will happen there? The plot really thickened there, and held my interest. A very interesting and heart-warming read!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.