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Y’all, I have been waiting for this novel for years. When I first began reading Roseanna M. White’s books back in 2016-2017, I found her blog and scoured her archives, digging up details about old stories she’d been working on. One of those was Yesterday’s Tides, a contemporary about Remington and Louisa and an inn on an island.

Suffice to say I immediately fell in love, but this story never came into fruition...until The Codebreakers series released, and one of the cryptographers in Room 40 was named Remington Culbreth.

As my younger sister once said, “I just knew, ew it, ew it.”

Yesterday’s Tides was to be reborn. Naturally, I bugged Roseanna about it until the day FINALLY arrived, and YT was on its way.

Cue my anxious anticipation for the culmination of my years of patient yearning.

To be honest, I hadn’t the foggiest notion what to expect from YT—I just knew that, despite it all, I would love it. See, I typically hate dual-time fiction (okay, not quite hate; it’s just not my favorite), but this is Roseanna M. White, y’all. And two historical timelines. And a dude named Sterling, for crying out loud! (I adore that name, FYI.)

I was right, by the way.

I loved it.

I loved it so much that I downright hated it, let’s be honest. This book had me literally feeling the panic. There was so much of that evil angsty back-and-forth and just plain good writing and all the questions and omgosh I barely survived this book.

(SPOILERS SECTION: Okay, so like, I knew Rem and Louisa were going to get together, stay together, etc., and have Evie and Davie, but SWEET LORD did Roseanna put me through a lot of crap to get to that! I LOATHE the divisive mother trope—although Rem’s precious father made up for it—so just everything that Edith did drove me absolute NUTS, and I couldn’t get over how well Roseanna wrote it, to keep everyone guessing about who was who and what was what. I mean, in my heart of hearts, I knew Aunt L was Celeste, but HOW?! HOW?! And Y’ALL THE ANGUISH. THE ANGUISH. MY SOUL COULD NOT BEAR IT. I could not stand for Rem and Louisa to be separated for SO STINKIN’ LONG. *sobs*)

Basically this book was just a huge slab of heartache made from tree pulp and ink.

I loved it.

Apart from the mutilation of my heart, my only “real” qualm is that IT WAS TOO SHORT. In the plot/development/characterization/romance department, that is. I had more than enough anguish, believe me. I wanted so much more of Sterling and Evie, and Louisa and Rem, and just the beautiful, sweet romance stuff...and the war-related intrigue and that situation at the end (both situations, actually, which was really the same situation in two separate timelines). I feel like we missed out on the wonder and the beauty and the intensity of it all—and to be honest? The characters were lacking some development, in my opinion. For example, I knew very well the differences between Evie and Louisa, I just had such a hard time keeping them straight regardless. And Sterling and Rem deserved so much more page time, because they were such lovely boys—men, I mean.

But technically, for me to want more of something means it was good, so there’s that.

Also, please read this in one sitting. Don’t read this over the span of three days, trust me.

If you couldn’t tell by now, I loved both timelines equally (very much a rarity, if that’s ever happened) and all four of the characters. And aaaalllll however-many of the side characters, which were SO fun and well-written! THE CAMEOS THOUGH GUYS. THE CAMEOS.

I’m a bit ashamed of myself that I missed Elsie, but in my defense, it’s been years since I read Circle of Spies, and since then I’ve read at least three hundred other books, so. *shrugs*

The cameos were easily the best part, as well as how vibrant and lovely the setting was! Of course, Roseanna wrote everything in her typical excellent fashion, including the setting. Ocracoke came to life, along with its people, and now I simply must visit! (Granted, I’ll probably visit the Scillies first, but then again, Ocracoke is a heck of a lot closer, so we’ll see. 😂)

Even though there was far too much plot for there to be any real character arcs/growth, there were some lovely themes that I know everyone will love and enjoy! Really every novel of Roseanna’s just leaves you with this beautiful feeling and appreciation for life, and I think that’s one reason why I love her work so much. I never feel depressed or ranty or confused or angry or apathetic after reading one of her books. I feel a little more inspired and in love with life, you might say, and grateful for the wonderful God who gave it to me.

Yesterday’s Tides is no exception, and it truly was worth the wait! (Even though I still want a contemporary romance from Roseanna one day. 👀)

Disclaimer: I received a complimentary review copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.

I've read and enjoyed many of this author's books and I now have a new favorite! Yesterday's Tides is a stunning historical fiction saga with dual timelines that cover the lives of several family members through both WWI and WWII. Author Roseanna M. White weaves mystery and romance in this book that's primarily set along the North Carolina Outer Banks on Ocracoke Island, and her fans will recognize her dedication to in-depth research. This book showcases her amazing ability to combine true facts and fiction, and I especially loved that so many characters from her previous books are featured in this story!

I've come to expect characters with strong faith and moral values and White certainly didn't disappoint me! My heart was stolen by the intriguing human connections and the touching faith message, as these families deal with the ugliness of discrimination, deception, death, and war. This time-slip novel is truly a testament to the power of hope, faith, and love and a compelling reminder that our actions of yesterday may very well alter our tomorrows. I highly recommend Yesterday's Tides to all who enjoy historical Christian fiction!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author and publisher. There was no obligation for a positive review. These are my own thoughts.

Yesterday’s Tides takes place during 1918 to 1942.
A intriguing historical fiction that gives more insight and details into code breaking during the War. The author also provides awareness of the hardships citizens experienced living in an occupied country.
I dearly loved the main characters.
The faith based message throughout the story was beautiful.
Definitely a very engaging story line that kept me engaged and intrigued right to the end of the book.
Many thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and author for the opportunity to read this book for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.

Thank you to Bethany House & NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this book before it's publication date! This in no way affected my review, opinions are my own.

More & more often I'm finding myself reading books thinking, "Oooohhhhh this would be such a good film!" and this book was one of them!

I really enjoyed the dual timeline narration in this one, and loved that it took place primarily in the Outer Banks (a string of barrier islands and spits off the coast of North Carolina and southeastern Virginia, on the east coast of the US) because I've spent some really great time on so many of those islands! (Including Ocracoke, the island where the female MCs live)

I thought the premise of both timelines was intriguing (albeit occasionally slightly *too* convenient) and I really liked the main characters - both strong principled women willing that didn't take any sass from anyone!

The only thing that felt ~slightly~ lacking for me was the Big Bad character (oh believe me, you'll know them when you see them) because they were just SO horrible and I felt that without a POV from them it was hard to really wrap your head around their motivations (in theory, sure, but I wanted to really understand instead of just being told).

There is faith content in this book, and it's described by the publisher as "faith thread: medium" which I think is pretty fair. It all seemed completely appropriate and realistic, and I enjoyed its inclusion.

Ultimately this is one I will for sure find myself recommending!

Roseanna M. White has penned yet another fascinating historical fiction tale in her book Yesterday’s Tides. This dual timeline story is set mainly on Ocracoke Island, North Carolina, during WWI and WWII and is populated with many intriguing characters. With obvious deep historical research, White made these perilous times come alive for me and gave me a desire to visit this location. I enjoyed meeting Louisa and Remington, Evie and Sterling, and all the various people in their lives. The two intertwining stories were well-written and kept me turning the pages. I will admit to a little bit of confusion during the first part of the book when there were so many different characters to keep straight and two different timelines, however, I soon sorted it out and thoroughly enjoyed the tale.

Brimming with adventure, intrigue, history, romance, and inspiration, this is a riveting story that historical fiction lovers will find enjoyable. It was such fun to meet up again with characters from some of White’s previous books which she was able to work into this story. I highly recommend her books to those who enjoy clean, wholesome, and beautifully written historical fiction. 4.5 stars

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy from Bethany House Publishers. All opinions are my own.

Yesterday's Tides is a compelling, engaging, and absolutely lovely story! Roseanna M. White weaves together a dual-time novel set during both world wars, with complete mastery. It covers two wars, two continents, and two generations. Additionally, she has at least mentioned, characters from all of her English-set novels. What a treat!
I loved all the different characters with just as different backgrounds. From the courts of England to the beaches of North Carolina. Each one with a profound and crucial impact on the story. I also really loved the setting of Ocracoke Island in North Carolina. Especially knowing it's a real place, I'd like to start planning a trip today!

I just cannot say enough good things about every single aspect of this book...from beginning to end, this is an exquisite work of Christian Historical Romance!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.

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Have you ever read a story that was so thoroughly thought out with tiny nuances that made the story completely compelling and fascinating the more you read it? Because that here is this book, my friends!

I didn’t think I could love @roseannamwhite books any more than I already did, and then she sends this perfect little (heartbreaking!) story out into the world.

This isn’t only dual POVs, but it’s a dual timeline. Tracking the story from 1914, from the throes of The Great War, through 1942, until the start of World War II. And both story’s were so effortlessly combined while being wholly separate and complete on their own.

I had my heart shattered in the “Yesterday” timeline several times. And the way it ended made me cry ugly tears, but happy ones (for the most part). And honestly, I couldn’t have asked for anything more, considering I thought it was going to end solemnly.

Remington and Louisa (and their family) have my entire heart. And I don’t think I’ll forget their story anytime soon. It is forever written on my heart, especially the ways we saw God play a part in everything that occurred in theirs lives for the entire 4 years they were separated. I’m not kidding when I say I cried SEVERAL times.

The “Today” timeline was thrilling and helped put all of the puzzle pieces of the story together correctly. I loved seeing how the past had affected Evie and her Ocracoke family after WWI, but I loved watching her and Sterling sort out the pieces together and fall in love in the process. Their story was just as heartfelt as the first, but offered more healing.

This entire story was filled with deception, love, intrigue, faith, friendship, family, grief, strength, codebreaking, and secrecy.

If you love artfully mastered tales woven between the World Wars, and the trials and tribulations that they brought to families near and far, filled with love of all kinds, than this is the book for you!

Beloved author Roseanna M. White returns with a heart-rending story of war, love, and loss spanning decades.

When one considers the close proximity in which the two world wars took place, it is only logical that lives would have been deeply impacted by both conflicts. This idea is played out blatantly throughout Yesterday’s Tides. In this work of historical fiction, we are offered dual timelines on the becoming island of Ocracoke in the outer banks of North Carolina. We see not only the effects both wars had on the lives of those living on the island, but the effects of the different ideas held by society in each era. Themes of racial inequality as well as the oppression of women are portrayed through Louisa in the WWI timeline. Her romance with Rem is a sweeping whirlwind, though it comes with seemingly insurmountable challenges. It is heart-rending to read of her separation from Rem, the two divided by ignorance. Yet Louisa proves a strong heroine that is as charming and intelligent as she is beautiful, making her a delight to read about. And in the WWII timeline, Evie carries on her mother’s legacy as she runs the inn. A woman of strong faith with a big heart, she is so caring of everyone that she comes into contact with. Her habit of collecting sea glass as a reminder of prayer is endearing. And while it takes a backseat to the unraveling of family secrets, Evie’s romance with Sterling is enchanting, as well.

Long-time readers of White will relish all the threads of her past stories woven into this book. Myriad characters from her prior series make appearances in Yesterday’s Tides, providing a plethora of fun little Easter eggs for readers to look for as the story unravels. We’re also introduced to a new cast of varied and complex characters in the pages of this book. Generations of Louisa and Evie’s family make appearances throughout, adding depth to this richly layered story.

Ocracoke Island is a character itself in the book. The enchanting setting with its mysterious nooks and crannies creates the perfect backdrop for a story of war and romance and family secrets.

Fans of historical fiction won’t want to miss this mysterious, endearing, and tenderly told family saga. Highly recommended!

All opinions expressed are my own. Many thanks to Roseanna M. White and Bethany House for a complimentary copy of this book.

When I pick up a book by Roseanna M. White, I always know that as gorgeous as they are on the outside (seriously, this cover!!), the story on the inside will always be just as beautiful. Yesterday's Tide is no exception. It is a beautifully written dual timeline that draws the reader in. There are times that I struggle with dual timelines, as it can be difficult to fully be drawn into both equally. This one was not like that at all. Even with it's two historical timelines and multiple POVs, it all came together quite effortlessly. I found it to be a beautiful blend of historical content as well as romance and drama. If you enjoy dual timelines or historical romance, this is certainly one that is worth checking out.

** I received a complimentary copy for consideration. All thoughts are my own.

What an amazing story! The way Roseanna wove this dual time story was spectacular! Fantastic characters and an unputdownable story make this one of her best, and I am an avid reader of all her books. This is going to be one of my favorites of hers, no question. I loved everything about this book. A truly wonderful read!

I received a copy of this book from the publisher but also purchased my own audio copy. I was not required to post a positive review. All thoughts are my own.

It’s been a while since I have read a Roseanna M. White story. I totally forgot what I was missing out on. She has a way of writing a story that is so captivating and intriguing. The story is a dual timeline, which takes place during World War I and World War II. I will admit it was a tiny bit confusing at the beginning. Figuring out which characters belonged to which timeline, also learning twice as many characters and their unique backgrounds proved a challenge. But the storyline had me from the very beginning, and I knew pushing forward, everyone would fall into place. Roseanna is a master storyteller. She can weave words together, like a musician creates a beautiful Symphony. The complexity of a dual timeline, many more characters and plots is challenging, yet she was able to write a beautiful historical romance. Intriguing and compelling to keep you fully engaged and immersed in each page. The characters are deep and strong in their love and conviction. The history is well researched and portrayed. I appreciate the authors note at the end, that describes how this book came to be and the details of writing it. I also loved the appearance of many characters from her other books. They enhance the story, if you have read other Roseanna books. But this can certainly be read as a standalone. I plan to reread this book often. I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Historical fiction is one of my favorite genres to read and when the story has a dual-time setting, it can’t get much better than that. Roseanna White has done a great job in writing Yesterday’s Tides. It is an amazingly captivating story of Intrigue, romance, wartime, and faith that spans across the two World Wars. The characters are vibrant, compassionate, and strong, and each with poignant backgrounds with which readers can easily relate. Interest is kept high with action and unexpected twists and reveals in the story. This multifaceted story kept me turning the pages, wondering how the characters were related and their stories would connect. Readers who enjoy historical fiction and romance with characters who will remain in one’s thoughts for a long time will not want to miss the riveting story in Yesterday’s Tides. I read a complimentary copy of the book and was not required to write a review. The opinions are my own.

Oh my…this book…is absolutely amazing! I could not put it down! This is no ordinary WWI and WWII book; the way both stories are connected with family and friends that survived both wars is simply captivating. It felt like a puzzle and throughout reading, each piece slid into place. I loved all the characters’ personalities and their growth throughout the book; they each had their unique qualities. This book was very well researched and wonderfully descriptive and emotional, with a perfect blend of intrigue. One of my all-time favorites! Highly highly recommend!

* I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.

Dual timeline story about two generations of women running an inn on Ocracoke Island in North Caroline during World Wars I and II. The story was interesting, although I had a bit of a hard time keeping the characters straight among the two timelines. Still a worthwhile read.

Yesterday’s Tides - the latest release from Roseanna M. White - is a beautiful split time historical novel. At first, I struggled a bit with the WWI time period. While I loved the characters, Roseanna tackled some hard topics. I appreciate the way she handled even the difficult subjects that made me uncomfortable, because everything came together to tell the amazing story of Louisa and Rem.

In the WWII timeline, we meet Sterling and Evie. Roseanna expertly weaves both timelines together in such a unique way. Through all these characters we see the beauty of family, both family by blood and family by choice. Also, she writes some of the best grandmothers in historical CF. We can see their love and strength carried on in the children and grandchildren they help raise.

This is a story I grew to love, full of characters I did not want to leave. I definitely recommend Yesterday’s Tides - if you enjoy Roseanna White, you will love this. If you are new to her, but enjoy well-written historical romance, you will also love this story.

I received an early copy for review. My opinions are my own.

Yesterday’s Tides by Roseanna M White is a standalone novel which I very much hope turns into a series. I loved it, I hated it – the plot had my emotions swinging all over the place. But isn’t that what makes a book so good? My only “complaint” is that it took me a few chapters to realize that the story is split into two timelines – one set in World War I (Remington and Louisa) and one in World War 2 (Evie and Sterling). Had I read the synopsis on the back I would have known what was going on immediately.

The book was amazing. I’m not usually a fan of split timelines following separate couples but White did an incredible job of pulling you into the plot. The two stories wove together and intertwined across the years as you were drawn into the lives of each character.

Remington and Louisa were my favorites and I felt their relationship was much more fully developed than Evie and Sterling’s. They faced prejudices in several forms, deception, and separation as they grew and developed individually and as a couple. Evie and Sterling also had to deal with misperceptions as they fought their way to truths long buried. White will keep you guessing about all the connections right through to the end.

I loved the history and Ocracoke was a beautiful setting for much of the story. White really brought it to life in all its color and history. If you’re already a fan of her books, you’ll love seeing some familiar characters from all her previous series’ make small cameos or be referenced.

I highly recommend the book. History, romance, mystery. It’s got it all.

This cover is GORGEOUS, the author is talented, and the story tugs on the heart. And the first line pulled me in swiftly.

I love dual timelines, especially when the transitions between the two eras flow smoothly, such as in Yesterday’s Tides. The WWI and WWII settings are engaging and feel authentic, and the characters are unforgettable in this well-crafted story. Roseanna M. White is a talented storyteller. I’ve read several books by this author and have never been even the slightest bit disappointed.

These characters! I grew attached to them, especially Evie and her peaceful nature, but so many people touched me. Through all their struggles, the light of courage, faith, and love shines through. The story includes secrets, romance, loss, history, and suspense. A rich story that brought me to tears as well as consoled my soul. I loved the inspiring foundations of faith, family, trust, and hope.

First Line: The first light of sunrise turned the water of the Pamlico Sound to gold, the clouds to rose, and the dark to morning, promising Evie Farrow that today would be just like yesterday.
Genre: Christian Historical Fiction
Author: Roseanna M. White
Page Count: 416

#CoverLoverBookReview received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions are 100% mine.

If you have read White’s other books about the code breakers, you are in for a treat. Yesterday’s Tides tells the story of the Culbreaths. And even if you haven’t, this book is so delightful without knowing their backstory.

Set during both World Wars, the book solves a multi-generational mystery about the past of several women on Okracoke Island. I loved reading about their courage, histories, and sheer grit to survive even when separated from the ones they loved.

Thank you to Net Galley for the eARC. A review was not required and all opinions are my own.

Yesterday's Tides by Roseanna M. White is and incredible tale of one family through two separate strands of time. Set dually during the WW I and WW II in the Carolina Outer Banks, the story slips back and forth in time, until the two storylines merge beautifully. I know of very few authors who skillfully blend mystery, romance, racism, grief, aristocracy, code breaking and spies. I particularly love the cameos made by favorite characters from her other series. I received a complimentary copy of this book and am willingly offering this honest review.

Yesterday’s Tide, by Roseanna M. White, is a dual time novel. Set in the outer banks of North Carolina and in London, while spanning WWI and WWII, Yesterday’s Tide is rich in details and characters. In each timeline, White sets a young woman, who finds love when a visitor arrives at the family-run inn. The characters are vividly drawn, beginning in 1914, with Louisa and Rem. In the 1942 timeline, Evie and Sterling are more than a romantic pairing. They are also linked with the events of 1914 and the Great War and the events of 1942 WWII.

In the concluding notes of this novel, White explains the research she completed while vacationing on the Outer Banks. Many of the events in Yesterday’s Tide are based on real events. The fictionalized parts of the story do not stray too far from the history of those two wars. As is true for many novels based on historical fiction, White does a good job merging the real with the fiction. There are mysteries and enough family drama to satisfy most readers. There are a few places where Yesterday’s Tide dragged a bit, but those places tended to offer up extra details that many readers will cherish and enjoy.

While some readers might label Yesterday’s Tide as a Christian novel, in truth, the amount of referencing to prayer and God is minimal and will not overwhelm most readers. Many people pray for guidance or for help during moments of trial or fear. I am not a fan of overly Christianized novels, and that is not what Yesterday’s Tide is. Instead, White's novel is simply a good read, with descriptions of war and family drama, some mystery, and some mentions of God. I rate this novel with 4.5 stars.

I want to thank Both author and publishers for providing this ARC for me to read and review. This review is my honest opinion of Yesterday’s Tide. Thank you also to NetGalley for providing me with this ARC.