The Daughter’s of the Mayflower has been a really fun series. I have enjoyed every book in the series. And The Liberty Bride was no exception. Each book in the series has been written by a different author regarding a different time in history. The Liberty Bride takes place during the war of 1812. What I find fascinating about this series is that the focus is not necessarily from the same angle as other books about that same timeframe in history.
The Liberty Bride speaks of deceit and sacrificing for a cause. It is also about God’s love in spite of sinful actions. It is about romance and enticing adventures on the sea. Liberty Bride kept my attention throughout the book and anxious to read more books by Mary Lu Tyndall. I received a complimentary copy of The Liberty Bride from NetGalley with no expectations other than to write an honest review of my opinion.

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She's become a prisoner on an English ship. What to do? He's a lieutenant on an English ship. Is he a spy? Can their feelings over come the fact that they're enemies or will they get in the way? When your faced with the biggest adventure in your life do you forge ahead? What if your trying to be the perfect society lady your father expects but can't? Will God show them the way to true love together and of Him?

The Liberty Bride takes you on an adventure of finding love and intrigue during wartime. The person you see isn't who they seem to be. The Daughter's of the Mayflower follows a story of one of the great granddaughters of The Mayflower Bride. This one takes the place during the War of 1812. A daughter who doesn't seem to conform to her father's expectations of what she should be. His uncle asked him to be a patriot to his country. Years later when his ship takes some prisoners and the war escalates. They find themselves in situations where lies need to be told to protect their true believes. She figures out that being dishonest isn't easy and he tries to keep his distance from the beautiful prisoner. With a suspicious crew member and a likable captain their lies are hard to keep. The only thing that keeps them apart are the lies. When a mission on land brings dangerous situations from both sides they must trust each other and reveal their true love and patriotic leanings to survive. And find God isn't the entity they'd been taught he was. Both of them find their way to each other and God. A ship board wedding and knowing God they embark on their greatest adventure together.

You wonder through out this book if they will really come together as a couple because there seem to be several obstacles in their way. They must rethink the God they thought they new to realize that they're loved the way they are. The situations they encounter make them trust in God and themselves and each other. A life of adventure isn't a bad thing when you realize that is how God made you and you don't need to change yourself to be loved by him.

The Liberty Bride is a wonderful addition to The Daughters of the Mayflower series. With a setting during the War of 1812 between America and England, and a cast of well-developed characters, this complex, riveting novel kept me intrigued from the first page. MaryLu Tyndall’s expertise shines in the historical detail, and vivid descriptions. I thoroughly enjoyed the interaction between Emeline and Owen, the two main characters, and the secondary characters added great dimension. The scenes and people were easy to visualize and imagine.

Filled with plenty of twists and turns, suspense, intrigue, and faith, with some romance thrown in for good measure, historical fiction lovers will enjoy this well-written novel.

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

This was another wonderful story by Marylu Tyndall!
I’ve read a few of her books and love the way she tells a story on the sea. The details of the ship, the characters that are always present on a ship, the battles, pirates, etc. It’s as if she’s lived in that era! And this story was no exception. I truly felt I was being there in the British ship too!
Emeline is a great character, strongminded and compassionate. She was returning home to Boston from England when her ship is attacked by the British and she’s taken as a prisioner of war. To save her own skin she pretends to be a loyalist, spying for the British, and her nursing skills, as well as her painting skills, win her the protection of the captain. But she’s not the only one hiding identity. Lt. Owen is an American spy that pretends to be with the British too. Neither knows the truth about the other but the attraction between them is undeniable. Owen can’t help want to protect Emeline, while at the same time he resists thinking she’s a traitor.
Things get pretty exciting when they are both sent to land to investigate and spy the americans.
It’s a story that has everything: adventure, danger, intrigue and sweet romance. It’s fast paced and it kept me engaged until the end wanting to know how things were going to end and if they would finally get their happily ever after.
I also loved that it has a faith inspiring message. Emeline things God is a strict God who punished the bad, and she fears she’s being punished too. Her paternal figure doesn’t help in seeing God as loving and merciful. But she gradually learns that God is not what she envisioned but a merciful and loving father, until she decides to trust Him with her life.
I really enjoyed this book and it left me inspired and uplifted. And I love that there’s always part truth and part fiction.
If you like historical romances, this is definitely a must read!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing via Netgalley in hopes of an honest review. This is my voluntary and unbiased opinion.

A fascinating read. Set in the War of 1812, Owen, by choice, and Emeline, by necessity, must do everything within their power to warn Americans of the British war plans. Yet, neither can let on that they are spies. How will they manage to leave the British frigate they sail on to warn the Americans in time? And, there is growing attraction between the two that know in their hearts they must turn each over to the Americans as traitors. Follow a story that has many twists and turns, leaving you turning the next page to find out just how the main characters can get out of yet another tight spot. The author does an amazing job letting the suspense build until the very end. The underlying message of the story is vitally important. The author uses her characters personal lives to show how easy it is to view God in light of an earthly father who deeply wounds his children instead of our Heavenly Father that loves and values each one of us.

What do you do when you love someone, but they seem to be against everything you stand for? War is often won by a few revealed plans of the enemy. Emeline finds herself in a most unique position. Having limited doctor skills can come in handy while out on the open waters. And she wants to help anyone that’s injured, no matter what side they fight for. When one of the British soldiers keeps showing up to help at the exactly right time, Emeline can’t help but start caring about him. Owen is a man after all, and therefore not immune to her beauty. When the time comes will she choose love of country or love of one man?

I loved escaping to the middle of nowhere in the ocean. Imagining feeling so small and insignificant, and yet brave enough to help her country in any way she can. Men in uniform are so dashing, and I could picture them out on the deck in the open seas. I can’t imagine the terror of battles happing in the middle of an ocean, and loved how brave Emeline learned to be. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Historical Romance with just the right amount of suspense. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review. All opinions expressed are my own.
What do you do when you love someone, but they seem to be against everything you stand for? War is often won by a few revealed plans of the enemy. Emeline finds herself in a most unique position. Having limited doctor skills can come in handy while out on the open waters. And she wants to help anyone that’s injured, no matter what side they fight for. When one of the British soldiers keeps showing up to help at the exactly right time, Emeline can’t help but start caring about him. Owen is a man after all, and therefore not immune to her beauty. When the time comes will she choose love of country or love of one man?

I loved escaping to the middle of nowhere in the ocean. Imagining feeling so small and insignificant, and yet brave enough to help her country in any way she can. Men in uniform are so dashing, and I could picture them out on the deck in the open seas. I can’t imagine the terror of battles happing in the middle of an ocean, and loved how brave Emeline learned to be. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Historical Romance with just the right amount of suspense. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review. All opinions expressed are my own.

Another story in the Daughters of the Mayflower series, this may be my favorite yet. There are no perfect followers of God here - everyone is flawed. Everyone has doubts. Everyone makes mistakes, and even questions God’s very existence. But that’s the beauty of this story, what makes these characters relatable. Perfection isn’t fun to read about, especially since it’s impossible.

I received a copy of this book from the publishers through NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

I received a ARC of The Liberty Bride from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for a honest and fair review.

After the death of an Aunt in England, Emeline is sent back to America on a privateer ship during war of 1812. A British ship captures the crew but because of Emeline's status as a lady, and claimed loyalty to the crown, with some medical training she is allowed to tend to the wounded instead of being locked up with all of the men. Lt Masters is the captain's right hand man but also a spy for America who just wants to serve his country and go back home. Both main characters think of each other as the enemy even though actions show they treat Americans well. Both Owen and Baratt also seek out any information that could help the Americans win the war.

I have not read any of the previous five other Daughter of the Mayflower books so I'm glad to know each one is a standalone novel by different authors about different characters and time in American history. The story was about patriotism, freedom in general and adventure... in God. I liked the idea of being restricted by rules and ideas but realizing there is freedom in Christ. Supporting characters of faith lightly influencing and encouraging the two main characters without being condemning. Women can have adventurous faith filled lives.

I did not like the repetitive dialogue *groans*, the annoying descriptions about not being able to bathe, being extremely dirty even covered in mud but being uber attractive visually and by scent. *gags* Or so much stress about being a "proper lady" which the main character obviously wasn't, but no one seems to care except an absent father? If there is SO MUCH STRUGGLE, I don't think the desire is really there so why force it?

If you are a fan of clean historical fiction, American Patriotism, Christian romance- there are better stories out there.

The Liberty Bride by MaryLu Tyndall is book 6 in the Daughters of the Mayflower Series. This book is set in Baltimore of 1814. Like every other book in this series, it is a solid novel of historical fiction. Here, enemies have to work together. Can they find love? Or will they be enemies forever? This is a fantastic read and I highly recommend it. I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher with no obligations. These opinions are entirely my own.

When Emeline is forced home from England on her father's ship during the war, she finds herself held captive on a British ship. She meets Owen Masters, a lieutenant on board that ship. Owen, Emeline feels, is different than the other British officers in how he treats the prisoners. Emeline's nursing skills are put to the test but so is her allegiance to her country. In order to get home, Emeline has to spy but she has to choose love or her land. I love the Daughters of the Mayflower series The author also includes some tie-in information at the end of the story. Love these historical fiction/romance stories.

I’m a hug fan of MaryLu Tyndall and was very happy to find out she would have a book in this series. I was not disappointed! This book swept on to the HMS Maurader and caught up in all that went on. Sad to see the series end.

Treacherous exploits and betrayals abound at sea and on land in this story, testing loyalties and resolve. The plot is clever and emotionally complex as lines between right and wrong, friend and foe become increasingly difficult to distinguish. Emeline is truly a firecracker patriot yet she also shines in her covert role as a well-bred lady loyal to the crown. Owen’s dedication to the patriot cause and ability to conceal his true feelings is impressive.

The author presents a balanced mix of good and bad folks on both sides of the conflict. Fans of espionage, seamanship, and the Revolutionary War era will enjoy this story and I highly recommend it. The Liberty Bride is an excellent addition to the Daughters of the Mayflower series.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and was under no obligation to post a review. The opinions expressed are my own.

“History never really says goodbye. History says, ‘See you later.’” –Eduardo Galeano

Rating: Clean: although there was an attempted assault: faith-based: This is Book 6 in the Daughters of the Mayflower series.

“You may not always have a comfortable life and you will not always be able to solve all of the world’s problems at once but don’t ever underestimate the importance you can have because history has shown us that courage can be contagious and hope can take on a life of its own.” –Michelle Obama

Although it was still considered a young country, America found itself once again at war. The year was 1814 and British ships had formed blockades on American ports. Any ship they caught, they impressed the Americans sailors into the Royal Navy. American ships were just as prolific with their privateers capturing British ships and using them to snare other ships and run supplies. This was where our story began with Emeline Baratt on her father’s ship headed home to America. She had been living in England with an aunt until her death. Her father had arranged for one of his privateering ships to retriever her. They were almost home when they were captured by a British warship. It was there that she met Lieutenant Owen Masters.

Those familiar with the War of 1812 know that the year 1814 was the year Washington D.C. was burned and the British ran their siege on Baltimore, pivotal points in the war. It was during this conflict that our couple struggled with the strategies of war and their allegiance to the country they love. We have them fighting on the water and on land. We find historical figures like Rear Admiral Cockburn, General Ross and other men who made a stand for their countries.

What I didn’t like: The love aspect was a bit thin. It took a long-long-long time to settle who were the spies and which country held their allegiance. I was beginning to lose interest. The love aspect couldn’t begin until their allegiance was settled. That flipped back and forth too many times as our couple had their feet in both camps. It was dangerous and tedious. Some of the antics were a bit far-fetched. It was an interesting story but not something that I loved or would read again.

This was a faith-based story. Many characters were people of faith. They discussed their beliefs, prayed for each other, died with grace, attempted to lead another into the faith, and prayed to a higher power during times of trouble when all seemed lost. There were instances where we might think the miraculous had happened as a natural phenomenon helped change the course of history. This was not done in a preachy way and would have been normal during this time period as characters shared their faith.

“We are not makers of history. We are made by history.” –Martin Luther King, Jr.

Book 1: The Mayflower Bride: Kimberley Woodhouse: pub Feb 1, 2018
Book 2: The Pirate Bride: Kathleen Y’Barbo: pub April 1, 2018
Book 3: The Captured Bride: Michelle Griep: pub May 15, 2018
Book 4: The Patriot Bride: Kimberley Woodhouse: pub July 15, 2018
Book 5: The Cumberland Bride: Shannon McNear: pub Oct 1, 2018
Book 6: The Liberty Bride: MaryLu Tyndall: pub Dec 1, 2018

I volunteered to read an uncorrected digital galley from the publisher [Barbour Books] via NetGalley. The views expressed are my own. Publication date: 12-1-18.

Wow! She was captured and kept on a ship for months, made to treat wounded and sick sailors. She was strong and made the best of it when it was so hard. When forced to choose British or American she had to play the part of double agent and her shipmates that were captured with her felt betrayed. The times and trials she goes through was so interesting! The ending was unexpected but perfect. I may read this one again!

Once again, the Daughters of the Mayflower series makes history come alive!
The Liberty Bride by Marylu Tyndall takes place in August 1814 off the coast of the state of Virginia. Those of you who are history buffs or perhaps familiar with the particular battle spoken of in this novel, may find it especially interesting.

Emeline Baratt finds herself sailing home to Baltimore on one of her father’s privateers, a scary proposition during wartime. When the American ship is overtaken by the British HMS Maurader, everyone onboard become prisoners. Emeline finds herself the under much scrutiny, especially after she misleads the captain and crew to believe she is a patriot of Britain. When she volunteers that she has some nursing skills, she ends up tending to the ill and wounded upon ship, both British and American.

Lieutenant Owen Masters is intrigued by the lovely and unassuming Emeline, yet determines that because she is a traitor he wants nothing to do with her. Yet over and over again he finds himself at her side, wondering just what she is up to. Despite both their determination to remain detached from each other, feelings begin to burble. When the captain sends the Lieutenant and Emeline as spies, they eventually must decide if they will follow the captain’s orders or their own hearts.

I am loving this series, the wait between each book seems to be forever.
I highly recommend The Liberty Bride.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and am under no obligation to write a positive review. All thoughts and opinions therein are solely my own.

The Liberty Bride by MaryLu Tyndall

Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

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Story Notes

MaryLu Tyndall offers readers her installment in the Daughters of the Mayflower series that is filled with danger, spies and choices about doing right in the middle of everything that is wrong.

The history of our nation is filled with those who either gave their lives or a part of their lives to ensure that all were allowed the freedoms that God gives all humans. MaryLu Tyndall’s newest story is placed right in the middle of one of the hardest battles for the establishment of America as a nation – the War of 1812. Emeline Baratt is an American young woman who has spent much of the past years in Europe, learning to be a lady of excellent social grace. But her father desires that she return home even if it is a most dangerous time to be sailing in American waters. Thus far in her life, Emeline has lived an unencumbered and rather apathetic life, doing as she was told and never challenging anyone. But life will become a lot more interesting very soon and Emeline will have to develop a lot of courage if she is going to save the lives of many people and embrace the nation of her birth. As her father’s ship sails towards Maryland shores, they are met with a British warship intent on destroying all possible aid to the “colonies”. During the short skirmish, several men are injured on both sides before a surrender is called. The British captain gives reluctant quarter to Emeline and her friend Hannah but places all the men on her father’s ship in the brig for transport to prisoner ships. The two ladies are given charge of the injured and must do all they can to ensure no lives are lost due to infection. Emeline must be careful in all she says and does to avoid being suspected as loyal to America. Little does she know that there is another hiding in plain side aboard this warship. Lieutenant Owen Masters has spent the last few years in the British Navy in the hope of helping bring this war to a swift end. Thus far, he has spent his time establishing his place and avoiding suspicion but a turning point in the war is coming soon. If only he can discover the “big plans” that the captain keeps referring to, he can finally go home to his family for good. Believing Emeline’s lies about being loyal to Britain, Owen is annoyed when he finds himself attracted to this feisty young woman. Why is it when he finally finds someone to love, they are on the opposite side of the fight? As challenges aboard the ship face both Owen and Emeline, they must stand strong against the temptation to flee imminent danger. When they are sent ashore to discover the plans for the final battle of the war, they will discover much more than they thought possible, and just might find the faith and love that has eluded them both for so long. I enjoyed this book for the most part, given the time period and the well developed characters involved. Ms. Tyndall crafted a very believable story that drew me in and kept me fairly well interested. There were some slow moments and scenes that seemed a little too drawn out but over all the story was very well done. I did enjoy the faith journeys that the two main characters took within the pages, both of them trying to find a way to please and appease a God they saw as standoffish. How easily we all try to put God in our little boxes and limit what He can or will do for His children. The romance between Owen and Emeline was very nice too, with enough spice to make it fun and enough sweet to make me smile often. The only other issue I had with the book was the quickness of the ending. It was too rushed for my liking and I would have preferred a more complete conclusion for the ending of such a dangerous story. I will recommend this story to others as I did find it enjoyable. I’m not sure how much more of the series I will like, however, as it’s getting a little boring/predictable. The next book has some real potential, given the author, and I hope it will give me reason to stay with this series. On to the Alamo!

I received this E-book free of charge from Barbour Publishing/Barbour Books via NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review. I will receive no fiscal compensation from either company for this review and the opinions expressed herein are entirely my own.

What a great adventure with Emeline and swoon-worthy Owen! But how could it be anything but great from MaryLu Tyndall's hand? The story grabbed me from the start and kept me glued to the pages. The colorful characters are a joy getting acquaintanced with on this exciting adventure on sea and land. The Liberty Bride was a joy to read and I highly recommend it.

This was another great story in the Mayflower series. Both Emeline and Owen had their own adventurous journey in finding God while being a spy for America on a British ship. There was a few moments which made me smile when they saw each other as traitors when in fact they were on the same side. I loved the scene where Owen forced Emeline's hand to show on which side she was.

Portions was hard to read due to the brutality of the British. People being flogged and beaten just for the sake of it. What made it a bit more difficult is knowing that in South Africa, we also experienced this brutality during the "Boere oorlog".

It was quite saddening to see some of the British hardness towards their enemy, though there were others who showed some compassion. I wish we all can learn to love our enemy and show compassion, even in times where a "battle" is required.

I really love this series since my knowledge about America's history is quite limited and seeing it told in this story line is interesting and entertaining, plus I'm being introduced to a lot of knew-to-me talented authors.

This was my first time reading this author and I have to say that I was impressed. This was a fantastic read! Great story line, awesome characters, and just enough tension to make it a great read.

During the Revolutionary War in the United States spies are on both sides. Some support England, some support the Rebels in the US. Can love be found where spies abound?

This was a good storyline. It moved a little slower than I would have liked, but still a good story.