The Liberty Bride

Adventure, intrigue, and romance in a time of war! Set towards the end of the War of 1812, mainly on board ship, this story involves real events and details that bring an authentic feel to the plot and characters. The author brings her research to life from real battles, to the gritty life at sea, in a country under major attack.

The tension mounts as they get closer to the epic battle of Baltimore in 1814, and the main characters wrestle with their consciences. I wondered who would crack first in revealing their true loyalties.
The romance is a tense one, complicated with the deceptions they both operate behind, plus the spiritual baggage they carry. Both main characters seemed to believe God is like their own fathers--uncaring, distant, and disapproving. Trying to earn God's approval by being a "proper lady" drives Emeline to despair and seems to add to her dilemma. It was a lovely part of the story when an unlikely source bears witness to them to see God's grace extended through relationship in Christ. Therein lies real freedom, in trusting Christ, not in following rules.
Readers who enjoy an adventure with romance set during war, with some grittiness, may like this latest addition to the series. 4.5 stars

I really enjoyed this book. In fact, i highly recommend all the books in the series. Each has it's own style and writer, and they have all been well worth reading. I really like the hero in this tale. The heroine grows on you as you go along, as she was constantly questioning why things happened to her and i got kind of tired of that after awhile. All in all this is good historical book and it is true to the times. I enjoy reading stories set against a historical background that the authors stays true to. I have enjoyed each book in this series, Daughters of the Mayflower. I recommend them highly and look forward to more.

I received this ARC through netgally from the publisher. The opinion of the book is my own and voluntarily given.

Fittingly, the story both begins and ends on an American ship......but the middle is entirely British. This is one of the stories in the Daughters of the Mayflower series, which I have really enjoyed, and follows Emmaline on her journey from England back to America during the War of 1812. There are spies and double agents, several misdirects, and a little bit of romance. We see characters evolve and become a bit more human, only to see them fall off again in the name of war. It's hard to judge, though, as none of us know what we would do until put in the same situation. {Spoiler alert.....kind of} As it's a beautiful story, in the end the guy gets the girl and we all live happily ever after!

This is a book that hooks you from the first page and doesn't let go. If you like historical romance with faith, action, adventure, and suspense, you will love this book. MaryLu Tydall did an excellent job writing this novel and I loved how at the end of the book she wrote more about the history of that time period. I wish I could give this book more than 5 stars! Thank you Barbour Publishing Barbour Books via NetGalley for the ARC copy of this wonderful book.This is my honest opinion.

Once again another author has written an amazing journey to add to the list in the Daughters of the Mayflower series! I feel as if each addition to the series becomes my new favorite. The danger, intrigue, and adventure are enough to captivate the reader from the first to last page.

Although this story is part of a series, each of the books are stand-alones. The characters are descendants of those from the first book, but only their relation is mentioned. You can easily read the stories separately. I personally recommend reading them all in order simply because I enjoy them and it's interesting to see history in order, but it's not necessary.

Something that was discussed often throughout the book was an emphasis that "works don't save us." Both Emeline and Owen share times from their childhood where the authority figures in their lives expected a perfection impossible to achieve on this side of heaven. Knowing he could never measure up, it hardened Owen against God and caused him to rebel. It was interesting to see his heart soften throughout the story and to see how he was slowly able to commit his life to Christ. Emeline had hurts in her past, but she desperately hoped to please God and to find favor in Him. It wasn't only interesting to see their relationship with each other grow, but also their relationship and understanding of God their Heavenly Father.

As a reader you are aware of each of the characters' loyalties, however the characters themselves spend much of the book trying to prove/disprove/test each other's true loyalties. This added a whole ton of suspense and frustration at the same time. The author did an amazing job of creating doubt and intrigue with the characters as they sought the answers they were looking for, but as a reader you'll wish you could simply shout them out. It honestly made me wonder what life would have been like for real people of the time. On several occasions the characters had to swear their allegiance to once side or the other depending on who they encountered. I feel it's safe to assume that those types of encounters were highly likely to have happened in real life, and I can't imagine the fear it must have sparked in the people as they attempted to save their own lives.

I highly recommend this book (and series) to historical fiction fans! It will challenge you to read about different times in history and can even spark interest in different historical events. As with the other books in the series, I recommend reading the author's notes at the end because they share not only about the author's research, but about what is truly fiction and nonfiction in the story. I can't wait to see what the next installment of the series brings!

*I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and the author in hopes of an honest review. I was not obligated to leave a positive review. Thoughts and opinions expressed are mine alone.

This is another very good book in The Mayflower Brides series. Each book shares some aspects of American history in a well written novel. The Liberty Bride is no exception. I appreciated the way MaryLu Tyndall developed her characters, two spies who struggled with the consequences of their action, evil power hungry officers and soldiers, and good, kind, gentle people on both sides of a nasty war and the great sacrifices that war demands. Very well done.

I received an ARC of this ebook from Barbour Publishing through NetGalley.

Another great book in the Daughters of the Mayflower series. MaryLu Tyndall is one of my favorite authors and I always look forward to reading one of her stories.

This story interlaces real events and details of the War of 1812 in a delightful way. A seafaring adventure that brings a splash of romance. The side effects of people living through a nasty war was well handle and draws you into the historical backdrop. I thoroughly enjoyed this book.

I received an ARC copy from the publisher via NetGalley. The views expressed are my honest opinion.

The Liberty Bride by MaryLu Tyndall is the 6th book in the Daughters of the Mayflower series. It takes place aboard a British warship during the War of 1812 where is Emeline Baratt is a prisoner of war. Lieutenant Owen Masters is leaving a double life as a American spy, but can he gain the trust of Emeline to save her and warn American forces of impending invasion? Tyndall has written solid historical romance and placed it in the setting of the often overlooked setting of the War of 1812.

I believe Barbour Books saved the best for last of The Daughters of the Mayflower Series. I have enjoyed everyone of the previous stories. They were written by some of the best Christian historical romance authors. This is my favorite series that I have read in any genre.

MaryLu Tyndall in her writing has a way of bringing light into the darkness. This story covering the war between Britain and America in 1812 has a lot of darkness and sad parts, war is never pretty. The British attack and burn down the nations capital. During that time there was a lot of unneeded destruction to farmers and their families. I found myself often shedding tears for them. This is a page turner, laced with romance.

Our two main characters Emeline Baratt and Lieutenant Owen Masters meet when her fathers ship was attacked and taken over by a British warship. Her father had summoned her home to Baltimore, when her aunt, whom she was staying with in England died. Emeline and Lieutenant Masters are sworn enemies from the start. He believes she is a traitor of her country. She believes he is a cruel Brit and doesn't know he is an American Spy.

This author is a master at weaving faith and hope throughout her writing. That is one of the things I liked best about this story. One of my favorite examples:
“We are all rebellious at heart, dear. That's why Jesus 'ad to die to pay the price for us. But followin' a bunch of rules don't make you righteous in God's eyes. Knowin' 'is Son does. An' havin' 'is Spirit inside you.” She pointed at Emeline's chest. “Don't it say in God's Holy Word, “Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty'?”

MaryLu Tyndall gives us faith, hope, romance, history and suspense. What more could you ask for? I would recommend this book.

I received a copy of this book from Barbour Books through NetGalleys. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.

Continuing our generational journey in the series Daughters of the Mayflower, we now focus on feisty and beautiful Emeline and handsome, stern Owen Masters at the end of the War of 1812.

While the romance is certainly the focus, don't think you're only going to get a sweet and clean historical romance. Instead, there is danger and intrigue-- Masters is a spy for the Americans by choice and Emiline is a spy by circumstance.

While some books in the series carry the Christian aspect with a light hand, Tyndall hits hard with this one. It isn't preachy, but philosophical and theological in its approach with both leads realizing they focused too much on all the rules and not enough on the only thing that matters: Jesus.

They're both intelligent and witty in their conversations, easily sniping at each other and hitting home. And the action keeps this longer book clipping along. It was the perfect one-day read as the weather turns colder.

Keep in mind that while I have read and loved all of the books in this series (and am already looking forward to The Alamo Bride) any of these books can be read as absolute standalone.

Thank you to NetGalley, Barbour Publishing, and MaryLu Tyndall for this free ARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed herein are my own.

What a great story!! Emeline is hoping for an uneventful trip home to Maryland, but nothing ever goes as planned. As an American, she suddenly finds herself trapped on a British warship with the handsome Lt Masters. Luckily, she is a skilled nurse and they need her aid, so she is safe for the time being, with Lt Owen Masters acting as her protector. Unfortunately a situation arises that has the Captain sending her and Owen ashore to spy for him. Emeline must decide which is more important to her. Her love for.her country, or her love for the handsome stranger she is just starting to realize her feelings for. Check this one out!!

I absolutely love this series of books, the Mayflower Brides! The Liberty Bride is the 6th book in the collection and is just as delightful as each one before it.

This story takes place near the end of the War of 1812. The heroine, Emeline Barrett is the daughter of an American merchant, on her way home to America from staying with her aunt in England. When her father's ship is captured by a British warship, she and the crew are taken captive as prisoners of war. Emeline lies to the captain and tells him that after her years spent in England, she is loyal to the crown. This is her way of attempting to keep her father's crew safe and maybe being able to help America's efforts in the war.

The hero, Owen Masters, is an American spy on the ship that took Emeline captive. And now, along with attempting to gain information he can take back to his uncle and the US military, he feels he must find a way to keep these Americans safe, all while keeping his true allegiance a secret.

These two are very similar personalities. Strong-willed, stubborn, adventurous...did I say stubborn?? They are both struggling with their image of God while fighting Him in completely different ways. Emeline believes that in order to gain God's approval, she must be a "proper lady" and follow a very strict set of rules. Owen just blows all rules out of the water and does whatever he wants. They're both wrong and they help each other see that. The two go through some very difficult situations which draws them together, but they try to fight their obvious attraction to one another because neither one wants to fall for an enemy of their beloved country.

The Liberty Bride is a wonderful addition to the Mayflower Brides collection. It's well written, has a beautiful love story, both between Owen & Emeline and each of them & the Savior, along with adventure, danger, and patriotism. I very much enjoyed this story!

I received a copy of this book from Barbour Publishing through NetGalley. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.

I love a good story that can sweep me away to another time period and distract me with adventures and twists from beginning to end. Such was the case with M.L. Tyndall's The Liberty Bride. I especially loved the fact that is was based in the War of 1812, a time period that is often overlooked in books. For this history fan, I enjoyed reading about this time period in a way that brought to light intrigue, suspense, and patriotism.
Yes, this story was a romance, but more than that, Tyndall developed a tale full of colorful characters and ideals that gave America its birth. I loved the tension of this story, which was played out by the hero and heroine as they battled to save both themselves and their country.
Although this is the 6th book in the series, I did not feel lost in the least. I definitely intend to read the previous books, however.
I was provided a copy of this book by the publisher and was under no obligation to post a review. All opinions in this review are my own.

The Liberty Bride is the 6th book in the delightful series “Daughters of the Mayflower.” This well written historical novel is set during the War of 1812 when America was a young nation fighting to hold on to her independence. MaryLu Tyndall is a prolific author who has penned an engaging maritime adventure that takes you on a journey of faith and personal maturity through the exploits of her characters. I was captivated from the beginning and enjoyed the main characters, Owen and Emeline, they were well developed, believable and had great chemistry. I also appreciated the time and effort the author put into her research and her descriptive details of this time in American history. I value a book that leads me to a deeper understanding of God and that benefits me in my faith journey.

A few of my favorite quotes that made me think:
“Kindness toward others, enemy or not, does not preclude loyalty to one’s country.”
“It was doing the Lord’s work, knowing I was working for the Creator and saving souls from hell. There’s nothing more adventurous than that.”
“So this is what Ben and Mr. Oakes meant when they said knowing God was worth it-this feeling of being loved, this sensation of not being alone…of everything having a plan and purpose.”

I received a copy from the publisher through Net Galley. This review is my honest opinion.

This is such a good book! I loved Emelines character, she wanted to do nothing more than paint. Her father made her feel that she wasn’t a proper lady because of it. Emeline was a very strong women with all that she endured. I also liked Owen, he was masculine and commanding but still had a wonderful heart. This book had my attention from the first page, I couldn’t put it down! There was action, several moments had me holding my breath. There was times through out the story where
God was shared with others that didn’t know God or that didn’t see our God as a loving God. There was also romance. This book had me smiling, so glad I read it. This is one book you wont want to miss.

It’s not a secret that I love history, but even with that love, there are many parts of history that I really do not know much about. One reason I love to read historical fiction that the author adds accurate historical details to, is to learn more about a certain aspect of history that is not very familiar to me. The War of 1812 is one of those parts of history. Sure, I know that it was between the United States and England, and I know a little bit about Francis Scott Key writing our national anthem during this time. But beyond what I learned in generic American history classes, I do not know much about the War of 1812. While I read The Liberty Bride by MaryLu Tyndall, I found myself fascinated with new details about this time period.

Although the historical time period the book was set in was probably my favorite part of this book, there were other aspects that I also enjoyed. I always enjoy reading stories that take place on ships, and since most of the setting of this book took place on a ship, I absolutely enjoyed that part. I also enjoyed the courage that the main characters showed. I had to ask myself if I were in the circumstances they found themselves in, would I have the courage to do what they did? Probably not. But it was interesting to think about.

I would recommend this book for anyone who loves history, spies, and sweet romances. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

I think that this book was my favorite in the series!
High seas adventure, spies traitors and romance! In my opinion it had it all.
I was swept into the turbulent time of the war of 1812 and was flipping the pages to see what would happen next. The plot never grew dull and tension between the two main characters was engaging too. I appreciate how this author always draws the story of salvation into the narrative, and gives the believer of many years things to think about.
Highly recommended, for all lovers of war time and high seas romance.

I was provided a copy of the book from the author ( and Netgalley) and was not required to give a positive review. All opinions are my own.

I love this series, since it is fun to have history brought to life and to have the books written by different authors, so each one is all the more unique! The Liberty Bride was an interesting look at American history in 1814.

The Liberty Bride
By MaryLu Tyndall
This book is part of the Daughters of the Mayflower series, however, can be read as a stand-alone novel as well.

Emiline Baratt is a creative and unpredictable daughter. After sending his daughter to England for some refinement Emiline's father sends one of his ships to bring her home to Baltimore. Timing is not to her advantage and the ship is taken captive by a British warship. Quickly Emiline disguises her loyalty and pretends to favor the British to survive. This is not the time or place to be falling in love but that is exactly what her heart begins to do.

I loved this book. It was perfectly balanced in history, adventure, and romance. I was glued to the pages throughout the whole book. I would definitely recommend not only this book but the whole series to anyone looking for a great historical romance.

The Liberty Bride is the sixth book in the Daughters of the Mayflower Series. This series is written by different authors. Each book is unique and they fall chronologically after each other. This book picks up during the War of 1812. Emeline is headed home to America from England on her father’s ship. The ship is taken captive by the British. Then, she is held on the boat for a foreseeable time. While captive, she insists she is loyal to the British. On the ship she meets Lieutenant Owen. Owen is a British solider. Both have issues with trusting one another and feel that they are enemies. When pushed together to accomplish a task for the British, will they learn to trust one another? This is the first book that I have read by Ms. Tyndall, but I really enjoyed it. I will be reading other books of hers in the future. Each book in this series can be read by as a stand-alone novel, but I encourage you to try them all. Each book is very well written. If you enjoy historical novels, this book (and series) is for you! I highly recommend this book! You will not be disappointed!
***I was given a free electronic copy of this book from the publisher. This is my honest opinion. Even though I received this copy free, this is my own opinion.

Emmaline is happy to be returning to America after 2 years in England, but when her ship is captured by the British, she must claim to be a spy while spying herself. Owen Masters has been hiding in the British Navy hoping for an opportunity to support the American war effort. Will he and Emmaline be able to save the United States and make it home alive?

I enjoyed this sweet story. Yes, I knew the ending from the beginning, but some of that has to do with the type of story this is, some has to do with the storytelling style, and the rest has to do with history already being in the past. I thought this was a fun story.

The Liberty Bride is another great book in the series, The Daughters of the Mayflower. I like how the book started with the family tree to explain the connection of the heroine, Emeline, to the past books heroines. This book is set during the end of the war of 1812. Most of the plot takes place on a British warship. Emeline pretends loyalty to Britain when she is captured from her American ship. She hopes to gain information for the American war effort. Once on the ship, she develops an attraction for Lieutenant Owen who is part of the British Navy but actually a spy for America. There is plenty of romantic tension throughout the book as they fight their attraction for each other due to thinking they are on opposite sides of the war. Emeline spends most of her time trying to conform to the rules of being a proper lady while Owen fights his past by running from rules. They eventually realize that true freedom comes not through rules but through the saving grace of God. I really enjoyed the ending--"All's well that ends well."

The Liberty Bride by MaryLu Tyndall is the next book in “The Daughters of the Mayflower” series. This story begins in August of 1814 off the Atlantic coast of Virginia.
Emeline Baratt is on her father’s merchant brig, Charlotte, on her way home from her exile to England to live with her aunt and learn how to become a proper woman. Her widowed father did not understand her desire to paint and get into mischief. Her aunt has passed away so she must return to her home in Boston; she prays her father will be welcoming and excited to have her home. As they near American shores, the Charlotte is overtaken by a British ship and those not killed in the fight are taken prisoner onboard the Marauder. Learning Emeline has some nursing skills keeps her out of the hold by giving her the job of caring for the prisoners as well as British sailors who were wounded. The quartermaster’s wife from the Charlotte is assigned as her assistant/chaperone. They become close friends as they pray and try to find a way to escape. The captain has learned of Emeline’s painting skills and has commissioned her to paint his portrait. Will her time in his cabin lead to her learning secrets that can help the Americans? Is there a spy onboard who may assist?
I enjoyed this book. I think it may have gotten bogged down a bit in the war at moments but it all comes together in an exciting ending. We know God works in his time and doesn’t need us to decide when that is but people sometimes try to get ahead of Him. The humanness of the characters in this book comes through clearly as they try to solve their own problem of being captives. Some are more dependent on prayer and God than others. I give this book 5 of 5 stars. It will appeal to a wide audience with its exciting story line and realistic characters.
I received an advance copy of this book through Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.

OK! Loved this, so much action and no dull moments. I love the Daughters of the Mayflower series. I loved how Emeline helped anyone that needed her help, not just those on "her side". She was a warm, loving person. Lots to learn from this woman. I think you will enjoy this wonderful historical novel! I sure did. This is a wonderful read for those, like me, that enjoy Christian fiction.

I received an ebook copy from NetGalley. All thoughts are my own.

MaryLu Tyndall’s addition to The Daughters of the Mayflower series, The Liberty Bride is a fabulous read! I believe it is my favorite of all of the series. I loved the adventure, action and historical details that made me feel like part of Owen Masters and Emeline Baratt’s story.
I highly highly recommend The Liberty Bride. Especially, for readers who enjoy clean historical fiction that is full of faith and inspiration. I would give it 100 stars if I could.

How have I not stumbled upon MaryLu Tyndall before now? I will definitely be looking for and reading more written by MaryLu. This series is set up like a collection of novellas written by a variety of authors, only instead of short stories we have been blessed with full length novels! I was initially drawn to this series by the gorgeous covers and the historical content. While diving headlong into each novel I discovered many new authors that I had not read before and ultimately enjoyed. You don't have to read the books in order, and they can each be read independently as the characters are tied together through history by the Lytton family tree.

The Liberty Bride is explosive from the very beginning. Set during the war of 1812, the first half of the story takes place on a ship, but is far from boring. MaryLu Tyndall kept me on the edge of my seat, many twist and turns kept me eagerly turning pages from start to finish. The main characters in The Liberty Bride have drifted from God, but they discover that following God isn't all rules and regulations, that a life is service to God is full of freedom and adventure! I highly recommend this book to those who love adventurous, historical romantic fiction.

While I thought this was the last book in the Mayflower series, it turns out there is another one after this! The Alamo Bride written by Kathleen Y'Barbo will be available February 1, 2019. How exciting!

The Liberty Bride will be available for purchase from your local or online book retailer on December 1, 2018.

Thank you Barbour Publishing and Net Galley for the free e-copy of The Liberty Bride to read in exchange for my honest review. The opinions expressed here are my own.

From a battle ship to a land in war, full f twists and turn, readers are transported to a time in history maybe little talked about, but with enemy lines and hostility clear.

In midst of such cenario, can lies provide the foundation for justice? Or is there another key to freedom and victory?

Finding the truth that redemption starts in the heart can free us to the most precious gift of all, which empowers us to love enemies and show mercy.

This book was a lovely addition to the series :)

The Daughters of the Mayflower series has become a definite favourite for me. My American history was decidedly lacking and this series has remedied that! The Liberty Birde by MaryLu Tyndall is a fantastic addition. In the midst of the war between the British and the Americans, Emeline finds she has to walk the line of remaining alive and remaining true to herself. What transcends the battle is her empathy for her fellow man, no matter his nationality or allegiance. Spunky, opinionated and entertaining, Emeline is easy to relate to and to root for!

Owen is more of a lost soul, the spy under cover with the Brits, he is burying emotions, trying to investigate without raising suspicion and wholly unable to make heads or tails of Emeline. The tension between right and wrong leads the two into many tricky situations and keeps the novel full of suspense and intrigue. The ending is so satisfying on every front, it’s a testimony to this great writer.

Christianity is put through it’s paces with misinterpretation and questions being lobbied at it. Our lead characters struggle with what’s central to living a God-centered life and why it matters to have a relationship with Him but MaryLu introduces the answers elegantly and hopefully. I thoroughly enjoyed her perspective on the age-old challenges of why pain and loss is allowed in the world and what makes a “good” Christian.

It’s five out of five on the en-joy-ment scale and I highly recommend picking this one up! I’m looking forward to reading the next one out soon, The Alamo Bride Kathleen Y’Barbo.

Thank you net galley for the advance read copy of this novel. I loved this historical fiction told in the setting of the war of 1812. This book was well researched for fact content. I loved the main characters of Emmeline and Owen--both patriots but not knowing the other was--slow romance. I appreciated that this was a clean romance as well. I have not read other titles in this series but now want to. Very enjoyable read and highly recommend this author!

ENTHRALLING!
A realist work of art that grabs hold of the reader taking them on a graphic eye opening journey through a world of history you only read and learn about thankful you've never havd the pleasure of having to endure the horrific painstaking part of history as you shudder in shock as the writer grabs hold of you through her enthralling words keeping you mesmerized feeling the powerful emotions and heartpounding twisted words that are so surreal your shaken, trembling pleading for the reality of the grossness of this amazing story to stop assaulting you with the abundance of emotions it impresses upon you! An absolute must read that will take you on an incredible journey of what once was while making you feel and live every word!

The Liberty Bride by MaryLu Tyndall (Daughters of the Mayflower - Book 6) is Historical Christian Fiction. Specifically American and British history at the time of the War of 1812. Tyndall’s book is full of action with never a dull moment spying, escapes, medical emergencies, battles on land and sea. The characters are fearless and loyal to their respective countries but most are compassionate to others. Biblical wisdom, values, and growth are woven into the story and lives of the characters. Throughout the book characters are realistic and behave according to their beliefs. We are given a glimpse of how history may have happened and the effects of the war. I have read every book to date in this series and highly recommend each book for the Christian values, history and excellent stories. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Books through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. My thanks to the author, publisher and netgalley for making this book available for me to read, enjoy and review.

Swashbuckling privateers, a beautiful maiden, & two countries at war. The recipe for a wonderful story. This story has some great passages, is very gripping, & keeps pretty well to history. However it also has several physically descriptive scenes. Which were the first drawbacks that I've encountered in the entire series. Perhaps I am rather prudish? Ms Tyndall is an excellent writer who vividly describes things so that you can accurately picture them, a blessing for the rest of the book, but I'd rather not be picturing a man stripped, or feel as if I'm in the room while someone is being sexually assaulted. Once again the ability to make people "see" the story as if they are there is a gift, that makes for an enjoyable book. It was a great story aside from the aforementioned scenes,

I was given a copy of this book. All opinions expressed are entirely my own.

I've enjoyed this entire historical series but this one has been my favorite of them so far. MaryLu Tyndall has the ability to quickly engage my heart and emotions in her stories! The characters are real and interesting. I also love her love of ships and how she tells such beautiful stories on the seas.

The Daughters of the Mayflower Series is one of the best series that I have read in a long time. Each book is a brilliant stand alone novel in itself, but also connects the family from the very beginning of that first voyage. MaryLu Tyndall continues the journey in this latest installment . The two main characters Lieutenant Owen Masters and Emeline Baratt meet upon a British warship where Emeline is being held captive. As she is forced to declare her allegiance between the two warring countries, Emeline finds herself falling for her protector. Can this young relationship turn into something more? Or will it come down to one very important choice. Her newfound love,or the love of her beloved country. Join me in reading this latest installment of the beloved series, excellently written by MaryLu Tyndall!

This is the 6th book in the series of the Daughters of the Mayflower series. It is the first book of the series that I have read and reads as a standalone book.

Emeline is an America, sailing from England back to the U.S. on her father's trade ship in the middle of the War of 1812. Their ship is captured by the Royal Navy and Emeline must adjust to life as a hostage. She convinces her captors that she is British, and is allowed to apply her medical skills to assist on the ship, and also paints a portrait of the captain. She begins to learn more about the intent of the Royal Navy and future attacks on the U.S. She also begins to befriend and get to know others on the ship, and is eventually sent on a mission to assist the British.

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

What a wonderful seafaring adventure—set in the historical context of the War of 1812. Although this book is the 6th in the series, it can be read entirely as a stand-alone novel. I found myself rooting for the two main characters—Emaline and Owen. Each was keeping secrets from the people around them. Tyndall ties up the conclusion in a satisfying way. I think anyone who reads historical fiction/romance would enjoy this book.

The Liberty Bride, written by MaryLu Tyndall, is book #6 of the Daughters of the Maryflower.

What a great series and a great add to the series. Tyndall does a great job of taking us to the early 1800's on a ship bound for America which encounters a British warship...the inhabitents of the are then held captive on the British warship.

I enjoyed the way Tyndall took on the trip. The reader is transported to the warship with all of it's good and bad, endure the pain, taste the spray from the ocean, feel the pang of love, and hear the wrenching ache from the hearts of those in agony.

I recommend this book along with the others in this series.

I was given an ARC by the publisher. All thoughts and comments are my own.

The Liberty Bride (Daughters of the Mayflower) by MaryLu Tyndall is book number 6 in this series and all of these books have been great! I really enjoyed this one. Emeline Baratt, is a captive on a British ship working as a medic. In order to survive she must decide where her true loyalties lie. Owen Masters is her protector on the ship even though he is fighting his attraction to her. Danger, spies and romance. Another great book by a wonder author in this series.

I received this book from Barbour Publishing through NetGalley and all opinions are my own.

Romance on a British Warship During the War of 1812

Emaline Baratt preferred her painting to rushing into marriage. Her father, however, had different ideas. He believed that the only appropriate life for a young woman was marriage and the sooner the better. Because of her resistance, he packed her off to Brighton, England to live with her wealthy aunt.

Emaline delayed returning to Baltimore as long as possible, but with the death of her aunt, she must return. She is the center of attraction, particularly for young officers, when she returns on one of her father’s ships.

This is the era of the War of 1812. When a British warship sights the ship, they open fire. Emaline is taken prisoner. She decides the best way to save herself is to pretend British sympathy. Therefore, she is given her freedom to tend to the wounded. She also receives the Captain’s attention because of her art.

One of the young officers, Lieutenant Owen Masters is both attracted and repulsed by her. He’s an American spy and while he’s drawn to Emmaline, he can’t risk his cover.

This is the sixth book in the Daughters of the Mayflower series. As with the others, it is a romance with a background of a period in American history. The history is well researched and over the six books we get a picture of the struggles of the young American republic.

The characters are typical for a romance novel. Owen and Emaline are attracted but try to fight their blooming interest. The book has adventure, but it’s mostly in the first and last chapters. For me, the middle sagged a little. I recommend this book if you enjoy romance with a realistic historic background.

I received this book from Barbour Books for this review.

This book is in a series of books that describe life throughout the history of European North America. I found this book to be more enjoyable than the others in the series. I liked the characters and the spying. It was interesting to see people who were both on the same side and couldn't see it in the other one. It was a very good book that kept me involved right up to the end.

Like The Patriot Bride, this story centers on the time in history when America was fighting the British for independence. This is the War of 1812 and once again spies are very important.

I liked that spying was more a part of this story than in The Patriot Bride. It was fun to see how, when you're being so careful, you protect yourself, yes, but you also miss the help you could have.

The faith element was also unique in that both Emeline and Owen were essentially struggling with the same thing and going about "solving" their problem in very different ways. I appreciated that Emeline wrestled with deceit and lying. Just because it's war doesn't make the decisions easier. Same with Owen. I kind of wish he'd had a last encounter with the captain and with Ben, just to see if they forgave, but the ending was still good.

The Liberty Bide by MaryLu Tyndall is the sixth book of the Daughter of the Mayflower series, though it can be read independantly without missing anything. I have fallen in love with this series, it’s quite unique because many different authors participate., I actually broke my reading stop when I saw I got the arc, which is really special because reading stops only happen when I’m too ill to read. It took me a week where it would normally take a few hours, but I read it and I can say this is my favorite book of the series yet!

Emeline is an artist at heart, she has amazing painting skills, but her father, wants her to marry. She has rejected all the men in Baltimore, so it is decided that she stays a while in England with her aunt. She in the hopes of getting more opportunity to paint, and her father’s hope is that someone strikes her heart. Unfortunately the aunt dies, so she is forced to return to Baltimore on one of her father’s ships, but it seems like it might not be the best idea to be on a ship in the middle of the Indepence War. Their worst fears come true, and the crew with Emeline among them are taken prisoner by an English vessel. To save herself from imprisonment and hopefully gain some useful information, she claims to be loyal to the English crown. Much to the dismay of the American spy Owen, who is slowly growing very fond of her...

Normally I’m not one to fancy miscommunication plots, where everything can just be resolved by being honest, but this is a different kind - you can really understand why the secrets are being kept since lives are at stake. It was nice to not be frustrated for once! The characters are well fleshed out, especially Emeline grows a lot in this book, from an insecure woman who wants to do the right thing and be a proper lady, to understanding one doesn’t need to be a proper lady to be loved by God (and someone else maybe too lol). This brings so much freedom, and it makes her free spirit, bravery and kindness shine through later on in the book. There are interesting side characters, and though much of the story is spend on the few square feet of a ship, there is never a dull or boring moment, it is quite fast paced actually. I love the writing style, the sentences really flow into one another, and of course I slightly fell in love with Owen along with Emeline.

The Liberty Bride (Daughters of the Mayflower #6) by MaryLu Tyndall started out slow but as I read more the story became alive and was more interesting. It is the early 1810s and Emeline Baratt is on her way back to the United States from England on one of her father's ships. The British fire upon her ship and the passengers and crew become prisoners of the British. Emeline pledges her allegiance to the British. The Captain gives Emeline privileges not given to the other captives and she has a certain amount of freedom. But she is drawn to Lt. Masters even though they are sworn enemies. Emeline is not aware that Lt. Owen Masters is a spy for the United States and Owen is not aware that Emeline's loyalty is to the States. This is a historical romance and is a fun read.

Great story! I could hardly put it down! The Liberty Bride takes place during the War of 1812, beginning with a privateer ship being captured by a British warship. An exciting story of two people working as spies for America, even though neither know the other is working for the American side. I enjoyed reading this book! It's a story I will read again and again! I look forward to reading more titles from this author!

THE LIBERTY BRIDE by MARYLU TYNDALL is a historical novel which takes place in 1814, when Emeline Baratt's father's ship is attacked and taken over by the British. Emeline decides to try and save the day by pretending to be British and this leads to all kinds of adventures. She has always felt that her father disapproves of her determined character, and for this reason she feels she is a disappointment to God as well.
Lieutenant Owen Masters is also an American spy who has been in the British navy for years, trying to get information to help his country win the war. He too has a wrong perception of God, seeing Him as an unbending, authoritarian figure. His opinions were formed by his father, who was a legalistic, harsh preacher, who let both his family and the church down very badly.
It is a sensitively told story of courage, forgiveness and loyalty, and also God's grace, protection and leading. We see Emeline's compassionate nature as she doctors both friend and enemy with the same zeal.
We see the horrors of war, where men kill one another for "freedom", compared to the true freedom that the Father offers us in Christ.
It is a really enjoyable book, with deep truth underlying the exciting story. I recommend it as a really good read.
I was given a free copy of the book by NetGalley from Barbour Publishing. The opinions in this review are completely my own.

Emeline doesn't always do what's expected much to her father's dismay. Now after spending a year in England with her aunt, Emeline is returning home. When her father's ship is seized by the British Royal Navy, Emeline helps nurse the wounded sailors on both sides. Owen, both a Lieutenant in the British navy and an American spy, is intrigued by Emeline. I received a free copy of this book from the publisher through Netgallery. This is my honest and voluntarily given review. Emeline is a very strong and brave woman. Emeline wrestles with what is expected and what she thinks is right. I liked the Christian themes through the book as Emeline and Owen struggle with their faith. This is a suspenseful book set during the War of 1812. I liked this book very much.

Emeline Baratt is the 7th generation of the Lytton family when Tyndall once again picks up the saga of the Lytton family. With her mother deceased, her father has sent her to her Great Aunt in England to become a lady. Instead Emeline finds herself a caregiver for her great aunt who has become ill. After 2 years, her aunt has died; and Emeline is returning home on an American ship that is taken over as bounty by an English vessel. War has broken out between the Americans and English once again in 1812 as England attempts to return the US to its control.

Emeline is definitely a lively and engaging character. As she plays her double role, she portrays the perfect English lady while internally staying true to her American roots. Owen, a British Lieutenant, is the perfect hero playing his double role to a tee. Both of them were intensely loyal to the US whilst playing their roles as a British lady and officer. Yet never knowing the true person behind the facade. Yet hints are shown in their kindness and caring for the American prisoners taken aboard the English
ship.

This book hooked me from the start and was another definite success in the Daughters of the Mayflower series. This series can be read as stand alones but are more enjoyable when read as a series.

The sixth book in this series features Emeline Barrett, a spunky lady with a mind of her own. The War of 1812 is the setting as Emeline is sailing home to her father in Maryland when her ship is captured by a British frigate. For safety reasons, she declares her loyalty to the Crown and tries to obtain information to give the Americans. Also, on board is LT Owen Masters, an American spy. Neither Owen or Emeline trust each other but feel a mutual attraction. Sparks fly as this story progresses. Very enjoyable read. Highly recommended!.

The Liberty Bride by MaryLu Tyndall is book 6 in the Daughters of the Mayflower series. I really enjoyed this one. It's set towards the end of the War of 1812. Emeline Barrat is on her way home to America when her ship is taken by the Royal Navy, which makes her a prisoner of war. To make sure she is treated right, she convinces the Captain her loyalty lies with the British.

On board the Navy ship is Lieutenant Owen Masters, which is actually an American spy. There's an immediate attraction between Emeline and Owen but they fight it because each thinks the other is the enemy. When the Captain sends them on land to get information about Baltimore (Emeline's hometown), the adventure begins. Will they ever realize they're both on the same side of the war? Does their loyalties even matter when it comes to the love they share?

I highly recommend The Liberty Bride. I received a copy from the publisher via NetGalley. These are my honest opinions and views of this book.

I've enjoying this series. Each book is written by a different author so some books I enjoy more than others.

This is one enjoyed very much. I haven't read a book by MaryLu in a long time. I forget how talented she is and how much I loved her stories.

Emaline is a strong character who has to make some tough choices.

Owen is a desirable hero, who is trying to lead a double life.

The reader knows Emaline and Owen's secret but they don't know each others secret and I was just waiting for the truth to come out. Chapter after chapter the tension builds as they get buried deeper in their lies.

A wonderful historical romance.

A copy of this book was given to me through Netgalley.com. All opinions are my own.

America and Great Britain fought TWO wars against one another. Who knew? (Probably you; I didn’t.) That’s one reason I love historical fiction—I learn history and enjoy it. Approximately 30 years after the Revolutionary War, the war of 1812 was our “second war for independence,” one that restored America's independence and honor, and opened the way to westward expansion. The war had a large naval component. It is here, in the Atlantic Theater that The Liberty Bride takes place.

This book is #6 in a series, but it stands alone well. (I haven’t read any of the others, but now want to go back and read them, too!)

I enjoy MaryLu Tyndall’s writing. I feel her characters have depth and are relatable. I appreciated the heroine's struggles and triumphs. She was not one dimensional but felt real. That being said, I was a little unsure of the male protagonist of this book. References by others on the ship’s crew make him out to be a playboy and dangerous and I didn’t see that (or resolution of it) in the story. But that is minor and didn’t detract too much from the storyline.

I liked this book. I didn’t get bored at sea (2/3 of the book is at sea) and couldn’t wait to see how everything would work out in the end.

The Liberty Bride was a compelling and interesting story. During the War of 1812 Emeline is headed home to America from England on when the ship is taken captive by the British. While captive, she meets Lieutenant Owen. Owen is a British solider. It's interesting to see their issues with trusting one another and feeling they are enemies. When they have to accomplish a task for the British, they finally learn to trust one another. I really enjoyed it and will be reading other books of hers in the future.

I really loved this book and was sad every time I had to put it down! It's my favorite of the Daughters of the Mayflowers series. With action, suspense, emotion, romance, history and spirituality, what's not to love! It reinforced what I've learned in the past about that period of American history and renewed my gratitude that I am not under British rule.

This was a fun a read. It’s not clear from the description but Emeline is an American who finds herself captive aboard a British ship and pretends her true loyalty lies with England and not the younger country of her birth. Owen is also American by birth but has spent years as a double agent in the service of her majesty’s navy. They both hold grudges against each other for what they believe to be false loyalty to America which makes them a traitor. It’s a fun ploy to keep them apart. They are falling for each other but more importantly they want to help America win over England and fear having to turn in the other as a traitor. About half of the book takes place aboard the boat before they go on land to Baltimore.

I have read a few of the books in the series and really enjoyed this one. It requires no knowledge of any of the previous books to enjoy this one. In many ways this felt less historical than the others I read as this one is more of an adventure novel aside from the obvious war and loyalty issues. There were a bit too many internal monologues with Emeline’s struggle to obey convention and what she believed she should do. I did enjoy the lesson she learned about following God did not require so much sacrifice as she had feared. The novel is fast paced and an enjoyable read.

“The Daughters of the Mayflower” series has produced some fantastic novels and some that, while interesting, are less than spectacular. You don’t know what you’re getting until you try each different book, written by different authors about different times of conflict in our country’s history. I have read several of MaryLu Tyndall’s books and really enjoyed the adventure and the Christian message. The Liberty Bride seems to lose some of the adventurous feeling as it gets weighed down by the message Tyndall is trying to impart. The Liberty Bride takes place during the War of 1812. I enjoyed meeting Emeline Barratt, who upon returning from England, finds herself in a position to spy for the Americans. Then there is her counterpart, First Lt. Owen Masters, who both intrigues and annoys her to no end. Emeline doesn’t understand the love of the Heavenly Father but equates God’s love with the punitive love of her own father. She is quite worried that God might be punishing her for any past disobedience. Only doing right will bring God’s approval, she believes. “I’m definitely going to Hell!” So says Emeline about all the deception, lying, and spying she has been doing for the Americans. Emeline’s character is actually very full of mercy and grace, what she needs to learn about God Himself. In short, I loved the action, the themes were good, but the conversation got heavy and preachy. Maybe others will not see it so. I was given a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and NetGalley. I am not required to leave a positive review, and all opinions are solely my own.

MaryLu has written another most interesting book. Of course it has ships in it, which she writes about so eloquently.  This book picks up during the War of 1812. Emeline is headed home to America from England on her father’s ship. The ship is taken captive by the British.  She cannot believe this has happened. She never thought to be a spy but then she pledges that she is loyal to the British, and she is allowed to have her freedom aboard the ship, while all the others are put in chains below.  On the ship she meets Lieutenant Owen. Owen is a British solider. Secretly he is an American spy. Both have issues with trusting one another and feel that they are enemies. Yet they both feel a great attraction to one another.  When they near American shores, they are sent on land to spy out the land and report back to the captain of the ship. Then the danger and suspense begin. Tyndall’s story is filled with adventure, romance, and the quest to know what is right and do it even to the risk of being hung as a traitor.  You will be captivated from the very first chapter........I received a complimentary copy from the publisher, via netgalley and was not required to write a review.

What would a proper lady do?

Poor Emeline was convinced that the bad things in her life were happening because she was not behaving as a proper lady should. That God was somehow punishing her for wanting to pursue her art instead of being trapped in a marriage of servitude. For not doing enough. For not being enough.

Despite serving in the British navy for eight years, Owen was still a rebel set on getting all the adventure in his life that he could. He scoffed at his friend Ben’s faith in God, convinced that if there was a God, He would do well to simply abandon mankind.

Oh my! It’s hard to know where to start. The Liberty Bride is full of adventure, humor, faith, and love. It was such an experience to be on the ship with Emeline as the British attacked it, feeling the ship rocking and reeling against the cannon blasts. And then caring for the sick and wounded and experiencing the fear that caused her to pretend she was something that she was not. . .

The author told such a beautiful story which fully engaged me. I loved the characters, the plot, and the spiritual journey. There was a funeral scene that was simply amazing. I don’t want to spoil anything, so that is all I’ll say about it. It was quite clever how she used Emeline’s concepts of what a proper lady would do throughout the story. The descriptions used for some of the people were delightful. Here are a few examples:

“she was definitely a fluffhead”

“he resembled more an old piece of rope than a man”

“the poor lieutenant was halfmast shy of a ship’s complement”

“with a bulbous nose, arms as thick as masts, and a whitecap of hair atop his head”.

It’s hard to believe this is already the sixth book in the exciting Daughters of the Mayflower series. While the characters in these books have common ancestors, each story stands alone. I have enjoyed each of them and am so looking forward to reading the rest as well.


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I was given a copy of this book for free. I was not required to give a favorable review nor was any money received for this review. All comments and opinions are my own.

This is Outstanding Story tells Owen & Emaline's romance, set against the American War of 1812. MaryLu Tyndall's novel: "The Liberty Bride", is part of the "Bride's of The Mayflower" Historic, Christian, Romantic Suspense series, by Barbour Publishing.
Owen is a Officer on a British Naval ship that's blockading Chesapeake Bay. Emaline is almost home to Baltimore on her father's ship, when it's defeated by Owen's British Blockade ship. Owen meets & is attracted to Emaline, when she convinces the Captain that she's a British supporter.
But is that really Emaline's true feelings? Is there more to Owen than meets the eye? Why does Emaline take over in Sick Bay? Does Emaline ever make it back to American soil? How do Emaline & Owen Fall in love, in the midst of the war? You'll have to read MT's Wonderful, Engrossing Novel to find out! Thanks to NetGalley, I can Highly Recommend you do so.

Yet another great book in this series! MaryLu Tyndall has made American history come alive through this well-written Christian historical novel. The storyline is suspenseful all the way through the book and the romance that builds between Emeline and Owen is a sweet and clean one. Emeline is quite the heroine. She’s impulsive, compassionate, loyal, and intelligent. As she bravely faces being held as a prisoner on a British ship, she puts her intelligence to use as she poses as a British loyalist in order to gain information to help the American cause. As she and Owen slowly come to trust each other, they’ll find themselves risking their lives to save the city of Baltimore. The ending to this book is perfect. This is a story that I’ll go back and read again.

There’s a spiritual emphasis all throughout this story about the freedom we have when we trust Christ as our Savior. The author did a lovely job of sharing this through the lives of Emeline, Owen, and Hannah.

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

I loved this book! I like that it took place on a ship and transitioned from sea to land back to sea! I'm always open for a daring ocean adventure and this one did not fail to accomplish that! What a ride. In my opinion, this was one of the best in the series thus far. Intrigue, mystery, traitors, rebels, spies and more pepper this page-turning novel!
But, don't believe me, crack it open for yourself!!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Thomas Nelson through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

The Liberty Bride by MaryLu Tyndall is another in the fabulous Daughters of the Mayflower series. This historical fiction series follows a family tree linked by the daughters across American history from the landing of the Mayflower through the events of World War II. In the Liberty Bride readers are introduced to Emeline, a young woman returning from England to America during the War of 1812. The ship she is on is taken by the British and the story begins and what a delightful story it is. There is action, intrigue, and romance enough to keep the pages turning quickly. The characters are vibrantly strong and believable--artists, adventurers, rebels, spies, loyal Americans and loyal Brits, birthing mothers and dying fathers. The history of the War of 1812 is a great story in and of itself and seeing it through these fictional characters is fantastic. Throughout the story, the author has woven a thread of faith in God the Father and what it means--it is a gift and no matter how much good you do, you cannot earn His favor. I cannot wait to read the next book in this fantastic historical romance series.
I received a complimentary copy of the book from Barbour Publishing and was not required to write a review. The opinions are my own.

Book Summary (Goodreads)...Lieutenant Owen Masters and Emeline Baratt meet on a British warship as sworn enemies. Where will Emeline place her loyalties when forced to spy against her country?
A brand new series for fans of all things related to history, romance, adventure, faith, and family trees.

War Forces a Choice Between Love and Country
A trip home from England to Maryland in 1812 finds Emeline Baratt a captive on a British warship and forced to declare her allegiance between the British and Americans. Remaining somewhat politically neutral on a ship where her nursing skills are desperately needed is fairly easy—until she starts to have feelings for the first lieutenant who becomes her protector. However, when the captain sends her and Lieutenant Owen Masters on land to spy, she must choose between her love for him or her love for her country.

Join the adventure as the Daughters of the Mayflower series continues with The Liberty Bride by MaryLu Tyndall.

My thoughts...Warships. Spies. Fighting for freedom with the Star Spangled Banner flying in the background. This is just a snippet of what you'll find in The Liberty Bride. MaryLu Tyndall is an expert at taking her readers right on the decks of a ship, describing the sights and sounds with such detail that you feel like you're there. This is why I really wanted to read this book in the Daughters of the Mayflower series. But this story doesn't begin and end on the water. You also journey into the wild landscape of early America, experiencing a small part of the struggle of the early colonists trying to make a life amidst so many hardships. Even in fictional stories such as this, I'm still amazed at the true story of how America defeated a powerhouse like Great Britain to become an independent country. Faith in God, and His intervention, played a part in that endeavor as faith also plays a part in the plot of this story.
This novel also had romantic tension along with the adventure, which I always enjoy. That's another aspect of Tyndall's writing that I like. She knows how to create a balance between the action and romantic moments. I appreciated the hero and heroine in the story, both showing courage and patriotism.
The plot was exciting, well paced, and kept me more than interested throughout the novel. Moving from water to land was unexpected, yet I really liked the change in setting. I personally liked the connection to Washington DC, Baltimore, and the true historical events that took place there intertwined with the fictional ones in the novel.
I have reviewed several novels in this series and this is one that you don't want to miss!

Personal takeaway...We can call on God to provide the courage and wisdom we need to endure the hardest circumstances. He is ultimately in control and His will cannot be thwarted, even if it seems impossible. With God, all things are possible.

**I received a complimentary copy of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley in order to provide an honest review, which I did.**

Thanks to NetGalley and Barbour Publishing for an ARC of this book!

This series is great for a not too serious, easy to read, clean, historical love story. I enjoyed an earlier book in the series, The Pirate Bride, and enjoyed this one just as much. Each book takes place during a different time period with different main characters so they can be standalones.

This book takes place during the War of 1812 and I found the historical aspect to be really well done. You can tell the author did a lot of research and dropped these fictional characters into some real historical events. I also thought the premise was really good - Owen and Emeline are both loyal to the Americans, but for different reasons pretend to be loyal to the British. So on the surface, they appear to be on the same (British) side, while inwardly thinking they are each other’s enemy, while in reality they are secretly and unknown to each other on the same (American) side. It was a really good dynamic and made the story interesting and at times frustrating in all the right ways.

The ending was satisfying, and getting there wasn’t quite as straightforward as I was expecting which was nice. Several obstacles and little twists kept getting in the way.

I’ve enjoyed both books in this series I’ve read so far so I’d definitely be interested in reading more of them!

The Liberty Bride (2018) by MaryLu Tyndall is the latest novel in the Daughters of Mayflower series published by Barbour Publishing. This novel comes in all forms including eBook, and is 256 pages in length. With a full-time job and a very lively six-year old, this book took me two days to read. I received a review copy of this novel in paperback form and in eBook form from the publisher, Barbour Publishing. In no way has this influenced my review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own. I give The Liberty Bride 5 STARS. This novel is a Historical Christian Romance.

Are you bored? Need something AWESOME to read? Then run to your nearest bookstore, or click over to an online store where books are sold, and purchase a copy of The Liberty Bride by MaryLu Tyndall today. This book is so good I could not put it down.

The Liberty Bride is highly engaging on two fronts: the dramatic irony is superb and allows the pacing of the story to flow really well, and the history is fascinating — why didn’t I learn about the War of 1812 in high school? I enjoy a novel that tells its story via the hero AND heroine of the book. I am a big fan of knowing as much information as I can possibly get. Dramatic irony is when the reader knows info that characters do not. In this book, dramatic irony is used so well. Because I know all the info about Emeline and Owen but they don’t, I was constantly in suspense. When will Owen get it? Will Emeline ever learn what I know and change her actions?! These questions kept me turning pages late into the night way past bedtime. And the history! I am ashamed to admit it, but I know very little about the War of 1812. I have not had good history teachers, which means I have had to teach myself via the historical fiction novels I read and the Google searches I’ve performed. The Liberty Bride is a treat in that I learned a ton of history about the War of 1812, and was never once bored. Why couldn’t my former history teachers ever teach me like MaryLu Tyndall has?! It is clear that the research in this novel is excellent and Mrs. Tyndall had a great time writing this book.

There is a moment in The Odyssey where Odysseus is so close to home he can almost touch it, but one of his ship’s crew members does something that causes Odysseus to become VERY far from home in the blink of an eye. It’s one of the saddest moments in all of The Odyssey. In The Liberty Bride, Emeline has spent the past two years living in England with her great-aunt. When her aunt dies she is put on a ship and sent back to America, but before she can reach home — literally right at the coast — Emeline’s ship is overtaken by a British warship. Emeline was initially excited about leaving her home in Baltimore because she wanted to experience a fantastic adventure away from home and away from the strict rules of her father, but things change with time. In the present day, being stuck as a prisoner on a British war ship miles from her homeland’s coast, Emeline realizes that home is precious, and one needs to be grateful for what she has before it is stolen away. This is a fantastic reminder especially as we enter into this holiday season. Now is not about what we have and what we don’t, or who we want to be with or who we don’t. Now is about celebrating Jesus, His birth and sacrifice, and appreciating all He has given for us. Put away the small stuff and appreciate what you have. You never know when you might not have it anymore.

Emeline has a poor relationship with God because of her earthly father’s model. Emeline’s father, as stated above, was a strict one. He was a man of steadfast rules and guidelines, and Emeline did NOT meet with his rigid expectations. Because of this, Emeline has ALWAYS felt like a failure. She can do no right, and God is the One who punishes her harshly every time she breaks one of her earthly father’s rules. When one is raised by an earthly father who is more involved in what he wants than what God asks, and then bad things keep happening to the child, it is really hard to see God as a loving, caring, nurturing Father. BUT God IS a GOOD, GOOD Father. There’s a fabulous moment in the novel when Hannah, Emeline’s friend and companion, scolds Emeline a little by stating, “God is not like your earthly father, my dear. The sooner you believe that, the sooner you will find peace” (100). This is TRUTH! This is not to say all earthly fathers are inherently bad. But, all earthly fathers are just that — earthly. God is NOT earthly. He can do abundantly more than all we ask or think. Knowing this, admitting this, and separating God our Father from our earthly fathers will bring about His great peace, something Emeline eventually comes to realize.

The Liberty Bride is a fantastic novel. The plot is fast-paced and highly engaging, the characters are excellently illustrated, and the history is fascinating. If you are looking for a book filled with adventures, a dashing hero, and a brave and never-boring heroine then I highly recommend The Liberty Bride. This is a fun book not to be missed.

How many remember the war of 1812? I know I wished I had paid more attention during history class in school! The British invasion of both Washington D.C. and the attempt on Baltimore to takeover the cities was a brutal and devastating time in American history. Marylu Tyndall brings it all to life in the pages of “The Liberty Bride”. Starting off with the capture of a privateer ship containing the captains daughter Emeline Baratt and crew, mostly taking place on the HMS Marauder, where we meet Lieutenant Owen Masters. They both must hide their alliances in order to save their country and themselves from treason...or worse. Tyndall is known for her swashbuckling pirate adventures on the high seas so she knows how to transport the reader on board a ship, making them feel like they are in the middle of it all. Though this story is heavily steeped in historical detail so the thrill-a-minute isn't the same, but still has that high tension feel to it. I've read every “Daughter's of the Mayflower” story and this has to rank among my favorite! The author does a nice job in making this reader wonder how exactly both Owen & Emeline hide who they really are from those who have the power to expose them as traitors. It certainly kept the tension up for me as I read deeper! The other thing I loved the most was the witty banter between these two characters. It seems they both bring out the snark in each other and I had to chuckle in many places. This line for example set a smirk on my face:

~“It's all right for a man to rescue a woman, Miss Baratt. You are free to express your gratitude.”

“Oh, am I, indeed?” She finally gazed up at him. A spark of irritation had replaced the fear in her eyes. “Would you prefer I stand and cheer for your as you crew did earlier?”

“That would be acceptable, yes.” He grinned. (page 89)~

These two cracked me up at times, breaking up the tension within the story. Though danger is all around, they still managed to fall in love with one another, without actually realizing it until they could no longer deny it. The author did a fantastic job of bringing to life a piece in history I'm sure we all learned about in school. She also included a section in the back entitled “Author's Historical Note” where she gives factual details about this period and where it sparked her story. To say I loved it falls so short of how much I enjoyed reading this, I could hardly put it down. Owen & Emeline where my favorite characters and I felt like I journeyed right along with their adventures. Definitely a story to get lost within it's pages!

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

I am really enjoying this series and the addition of this book is a wonderful story set during the War of 1812. It is a scary time as the Americans and the British are at war. Emeline is on her way home when an attack on her father's ship finds her in danger. I think I would have to do some fast talking myself in order to be spared by these men.

Soon Emeline finds herself telling the men she is really a spy for the British army.Will First Lieutenant Owen Masters believe her? She is taking a big risk but desperate times call for desperate measures.The author skillfully takes us aboard the ship as we sail across the waters. Now that Owen thinks Emeline is a spy, that puts him in a little quandary. He has a secret of his own that could change everything.

I enjoyed the wisdom that Emeline's father has shared with her over the years. He has always told her to be a good and proper lady. It is getting hard for her to do that when she resorts to lies . Living on the ship is hard at times when the men on board are not exactly respectful of women. Eealine and Owen are starting to have a love/hate relationship but will that change when secrets are found out? I loved how the author showed how Emeline depended on her faith and was distraught when she felt she went against God.

The story is full of mystery and find Emeline and Owen on working together. Will they be able to get word to the Americans before the British come? Can Owen trust Emeline with his secret? It's a great story that captures a time when war was at hand at the enemy was close by to attack.

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Emeline Baratt has a reserve of strength of character beyond anything she thought that she possessed. Her friend, Hannah Keate, saw what was dormant within Emeline, and had the unique ability to bring it to life. The character traits that Emeline's father seemed to most dislike, the ones she tried hardest to squelch, were the ones that were most needed when she, Hannah and the crew of her father's ship were taken captive by the British man-of-war Marauder.

Owen Masters had received a commission into the British Royal Navy eight years ago. For those eight years he had served well with no one realizing that he was an American spy. Eight years living under the rules of the Royal Navy was a very long time to wait for a valuable piece of intelligence, one important enough to deliver to the Americans and to earn the ship of his own promised by his uncle. Now his time had come, but things were complicated by the presence of Emeline Baratt.

MaryLu Tyndall addresses the importance of having an accurate view of God. Both Emeline and Owen believe there is a God, but have difficulty forming a relationship with Him because they view Him as a strict father just waiting to punish anyone who breaks one of His long list of rules. God hasn't given up on them, and lovingly teaches them of His care and mercy.

I do recommend The Liberty Bride to fans of historical fiction and to those who seek to find the loving, forgiving side of God's personality while keeping His holiness in clear view. I thank NetGalley and Barbour Publishing for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion. I was under no obligation to provide a positive review and received no monetary compensation.

Absorbing Story.
Set against the War of 1812, this has an authentic feel to it (though knowing very little about this period in American history I cannot say that it is, or is not, historically accurate). The characters were engaging and the story absorbing. Well written with lots of detail and interest. I would read more by this author.
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I love this book just as much as I love the rest of the series, even given the various historical periods and different authors. I started reading this one planning on just getting a few chapters in...hours and less sleep later, I finished the book, it was difficult to put down! Set during the War of 1812, Owen and Emeline were fantastic characters and the plot was both heartwarming and adventurous. Loved it!

This is another of the novels of the Daughters of the Mayflower Series and a fine one at that. Strong woman character, Emeline, is taken captive aboard a British ship on her way home to America. She convinces the captain of her loyalty to Britain that she just left in order to try to help her home country. Meanwhile, she fights against her growing feelings for the majorly attractive lieutenant Owen. Unbeknownst to each other, they are on the same side but there are many adventures until that comes out.

There is very little Christian sharing until later in the novel. Even then, tasteful for those not versed in Christianity and finding their way. Plucky heroine, she saves her man. A little history moment at the end that I would have liked to know more about: Ft. Henry and the battle there.

Although no the scope of this book, it could have easily continued on a bit to what happened with Emeline and Owen. Yes, it was that good. Worth the read.

I received a free copy courtesy of Barbour Publishing and Net Galley in exchange for my unbiased review. Thank you both!!

The American Revolution! Emeline Baratt is a brave, feisty young American woman who is taken prisoner on a British ship! Handsome Owen Masters is a first lieutenant on the HMS Marauder but is really an American spy. Emeline and Owen face many dangers attempting to warn of the pending attack on Baltimore. In the process they learn that God does care about them. I recommend this historical fiction book to others. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.

•°o•:*:•.Great Story of Two Unlikely Spies.•:*:• o°•

During the War of 1812 -
Headstrong and artistic 24-year-old Emiline Barratt is headed home on one of her father’s ships when it is taken captive by the British Royal Navy. She is forced to make a choice. Proclaim allegiance to America or save her neck and gain intelligence by swearing she is loyal to England.
Would you or I be brave enough to spy, given the opportunity and figure out a plan to get that news home?

Lieutenant Owen Masters is an American but has served in the British Royal Navy for 8 years AS A SPY. He has worked hard to gain the trust of the enemy, but when he helps capture a ship of Americans, including the most beautiful and kindly woman he has ever encountered he is torn by the desire to help and the need to keep his secret. That is until the woman declares her vile allegiance to the Crown!

Both spies have their own ideas of who God is or isn’t and their growth and understanding was extremely well written. I felt like I was a part of the discussion and emotional experience vs. listening to a sermon. Very well done.

The war aspect, danger, and trauma to farmer’s and captives is very real and something we should never forget. It is brought to life in this story but in a human way. It was not bloody or gory, which I appreciated.

Tea Moment: Emeline stood by the door of the hospital, cup of tea in hand, and stared into the distant trees, longing for a glimpse of Owen, praying he was well and in one piece.

I found this historical, Christian romance captivating; a true page-turner and recommend it highly to others. The information in the back of the book about the War of 1812 was interesting as well. Connect with the author at MaryLu Tyndall dot com where she writes her blog “The Cross and Cutlass”

More in the Daughters of the Mayflower series:
A brand new series for fans of all things related to history, romance, adventure, faith, and family trees.
The Mayflower Bride by Kimberley Woodhouse ** set 1620 Atlantic Ocean (February 2018)
The Pirate Bride by Kathleen Y’Barbo ** set 1725 New Orleans (April 2018)
The Captured Bride by Michelle Griep ** set 1760 during the French and Indian War (June 2018)
The Patriot Bride by Kimberley Woodhouse ** set 1774 Philadelphia (August 2018)
The Cumberland Bride by Shannon McNear ** set 1794 on the Wilderness Road (October 2018)
The Liberty Bride by MaryLu Tyndall ** set 1814 Baltimore (December 2018)

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Once again this series has delivered a solid, intriguing story full of suspense, romance, and faith. While some series might fall into a rut and begin to turn out indistinguishable heroines and monotonous plot lines, The Daughters of the Mayflower always rises to the occasion with a fresh, exciting experience. Part of this may be attributable to the fact that a variety of authors have contributed to the project. In “The Liberty Bride”, MaryLu Tyndall immerses readers in a Regency-era adventure during the War of 1812, featuring an unlikely heroine and hero. Their vulnerabilities and fledgling faith endear them to readers from the start, and the secrets that they keep ensure that there is no lack of tension. Throw in wartime conditions and you have a tightly-woven narrative that flows swiftly toward its climax, betrayal and love in its wake.

The Regency period is one with which I am not very familiar, and this book certainly aroused my interest. Piracy, blockading, spies, war…wow! I appreciated the gravity of the situation from an American viewpoint. From the comfortable detachment of history, it is easy to forget that victory was far from assured and that the action of individuals such as the characters in this novel often provided the crucial turning points in battle. Then, too, there is the dramatic internal struggle that we empathize with, and while mentally bolstering the characters and pointing out their flawed thinking, hopefully we turn some of the same introspection toward ourselves as well. After all, history reflects and informs our reality, and if, as in this case, it is done well, so does fiction.

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This book was amazing. I couldn't put it down. Every time I thought about putting it down, something major happened in the book. Emeline is just trying to be the lady that her father wants her to be. She is trying to win her way into God's good graces. Owen has been living his life for himself and doesn't want to live by the rules. When the two come together, the sparks fly. The romance was clean yet made me tingle. Both were on a journey filled with danger, lies and deception. I love how they both love their country and are doing their best to help. I also like how Owen and Emeline find their way to God and learn that living by God's rules gives a freedom and a peace that passes all understanding. I highly recommend this book to anyone that loves early American history and romance that brews in the face of adversity.

This series has been wonderful! In this sixth book of the Daughters of the Mayflower series, author MaryLu Tyndall takes us to east coast of the United States during the War of 1812.

Main character Emeline was born in Baltimore and has family in England. She believes in God and following a set of rules. Although she is a rule follower, she is also willing to take a risk to help others. Emeline is a wonderful character and it was a joy to spend time with her aboard a ship and on land.

I loved the author's note at the end providing historical facts for readers. She does a nice job of incorporating historical details into the novel.

Get ready for another swash-buckling adventure on the high seas as pirates… ahem, I mean, privateers engage in war, this time amidst the War of 1812, where spying, secrets, and lies become necessary for survival, something a proper lady does not do… right?
Our heroine, Emeline would rather die than spend her life bound by societal expectations. She longs for a life of adventure and struggles with the ideal proper lady that her elders have deemed her to be. She believes that putting aside her dreams and succumbing to a life of rules and regulations is the only way to please her father and God.
Our handsome lieutenant, Owen, struggles with a similar problem. If God is as strict and rigid as his own father was, he wants nothing to do with him. He longs for a life of freedom and adventure, doing whatever he wishes.
Both Emeline and Owen will have to learn that true freedom comes when we give our lives to God, but can they discover this timeless truth in time to save themselves and the country they love?
Life on the ship is so well-described that you will feel the salt air on your cheeks and feel the deck below your feet. Ms. Tyndall definitely knows her way around a boat! The amount of nautical research that must have gone into making something so historically visual is astounding.
Hannah’s cockney accent is well written, I could hear her voice in my head as I read along. I appreciated that she is the only character who speaks like this on a regular basis, so it adds depth and a historical flair, but is not overwhelming.
I love the lesson that God is the best father who longs to give us a life of abundance and adventures. I enjoyed the spiritual message of freedom through Christ as well as the story itself, full of turns and several unexpected plot twists.
Reader discretion is advised. Some scenes may be disturbing for some readers, namely an attempted rape and back lashing. These scenes are not graphic, but the subject matter may be too much for a more sensitive or immature person.
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For lovers of historical fiction, The Daughters of the Mayflower series has been a real gem. Full of history and adventure, you can’t help but learn something new. And they don’t need to be read in any particular order.

Author MaryLu Tyndall did a good job of weaving a faith element through this story. She also shows us that God doesn’t love us because we’re “good”, nor does He punish us for being “bad”. Our Father loves us.

The characters are well rounded and interesting. With lots of swagger, you’ll enjoy hero Owen Masters who isn’t what he seems. And heroine Emeline Baratt is strong and brave while stuck in the middle of tough situations.

Tyndall’s descriptions of ships struck me as realistic. Can you hear the seagulls? Feel the waves? I think you will. So if you enjoy historical fiction I recommend Liberty Bride.

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I loved this book! Emeline was perfectly brave, yet believable! And Masters was awesome as both intriguing and engaging! I love MaryLu’s work! Every time i learn how to be better. I remember i and a child of god and that He loves me and wants me to do my best. This was a fun retelling of the War of 1812! Thank you!

The Liberty Bride started off slow for me. I think it's because I'm not a big fan of books set on boats. However, it wasn't long before I really started to enjoy the story. I thought both of the main characters were relatable, and I thought the insights into their pasts deepened the story. Overall, I really liked this addition to the Daughters of the Mayflower series, and I look forward to reading the next book!

What an exciting book this was! It is the first one of The Mayflower series that I have read and now I must start with #[. Emeline must make the decision between love of her country or the man she loves. Much adventure and romance are present in this story and I highly recommend it. Thanks to Barbour Books and to NetGalley for providing me with a galley in exchange for my honest opinion.

Another wonderful installment in the Daughters of the Mayflower series... I have never read a series written by so many different authors with such consistency of great fiction. I love the themes of love and redemption in this series, I love the characters of faith, and seeing them grow in their spiritual lives, and most of all I love how God and faith bring the characters together.
Emeline was such a beautiful character, inside and out. She spent so much of her life worried about being a "proper lady" to please her father and society, and ends up realizing that being a "proper lady" may have nothing to do with doing what's right and honorable. Proper ladies do not defy authority. Unless it is to save a friend? Proper ladies do not jump overboard (literally). Unless it is to save one's own life? Proper ladies do not lie. Unless it is to save your country.
This story revolves around the War of 1812, and the loyalties, lies, and spies on a British warship. Emeline and Owen spend much of the book each trying to determine the loyalties of the other, while fighting a growing attraction to each other, and facing challenges of faith as they try to save their country. It's a fabulous story, with plenty of action and adventure. The characters are very well-developed, and the romance is sweet and clean. I will continue reading this series to the end, and beg the publisher for more series of this kind and quality.

I'm in love with this series! Each book is beautifully written by many talented writers and this one was amazing. it blew me away at how wonderful it was written. I loved how detailed the author was with historical nods and how at the end the author gives us a small section with actual details surrounding these events. There was good, clean heartwarming romance. Also loved the action and adventure with all the twists and turns!

The Liberty Bride continues the saga of The Daughters of the Mayflower, and is another fun installment. I confess, I am woefully lacking in knowledge about the War of 1812, so I enjoyed this sea adventure that explored what it would have been like to live in that time.
Emeline is consumed with trying to be the proper lady that her father wants her to be, but like so many of us, finds herself unable to rise to the task. Owen wants adventure without the rules, but finds that it’s unavailable to him. As they each respond to God from their different viewpoints, they find that His rules and His way isn’t what they expected.
This story challenges the idea that life as a Christian is boring, and instead points to the adventure—and abundant life—that is found in Christ.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine alone.

4.5 Stars

Another great addition to the Daughters of the Mayflower series, The Liberty Bride is set around the war of 1812, which I admittedly knew very little about before reading MaryLu Tyndall’s story.

Emeline Barratt tries her best to be a proper lady but often fails and despite her attempts at following rules and obeying God, she still manages to find herself wondering why God doesn’t answer her prayers.

Owen Masters does not follow rules when he can get away with it, as his presence as an American spy on a British naval ship can attest to.
When Emeline and many of her father’s crew are taken prisoner on Owen’s ship, he doesn’t know what to make of the beautiful woman. Her compassion is hard to ignore but where to her loyalties lie.

From sea to land, Owen and Emeline must first learn that God is love and gives those who love Him in return full and abundant lives, even when plans fail or when hardships come. Tyndall gives readers a rousing tale of intrigue, romance, and war with a heroine they will root for.

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I receive complimentary books from publishers, publicists, and/or authors, including NetGalley. I am not required to write positive reviews. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

This is my first novel by MaryLu Tyndall and she is a very talented writer! Her prose is descriptive and flows seamlessly. The characters are well-drawn and multi-layered, especially the hero and heroine, Owen and Emeline. Their romance builds up slowly and sweetly, even though they believe they are on opposing sides in the war. Owen's unmasking of Emeline's true loyalties was quite clever. This is my third Daughters of the Mayflower Series novel and my favorite so far. The Christian imagery went a bit too far after the death of one of the characters. All in all, this was a very enjoyable read, and I plan to read more by this author.

This is book six in the Daughters of the Mayflower series, however I feel it is a stand alone book. This is the first in this series for me to read and I had no problem understanding what is going on.

This book is full of history, war, spies, forgiveness and romance. There are many twist and turns in this novel.

I loved the sparks and misunderstanding with the handsome Lieutenant Owen Masters and the beautiful Emeline Baratt.

The revolutionary war is over, but peace is still being sought for as the War of 1812 rages on. American-born Emeline Baratt hopes for a safe return to her birth place after living in England. After weeks aboard a merchant ship, Emeline's dreams are put on hold as she and other crew members are taken as hostages aboard an English vessel. Once aboard the British ship Emeline comes into contact with many English men that make her consider what right and wrong means in a time of war and how goodness can be found in Emeline is the type of fictional woman who can travel through the wilderness without a change of clothes or a bath and still be found attractive by virtually every man she comes into contact with. Tyndall rounds out Emeline's character with relatable characteristics that help to humanize her character and minimize eye-rolling. The book does a good job of involving Christian themes while still showing the characters as free thinkers, though the end seems up tie up doubt and confusion a little too easily.

Overall this book was vivid and helped me find interest in an area of history I know too little about.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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!
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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.

This is the first book I've read by this author, and I enjoyed it tremendously. I found a lot of very surprising and unexpected twists in the plot which definitely kept my interest throughout the book. I felt that the characters were very well-defined, and I came to know them as if they were actual people rather than characters in a book. I found the author's use of Christian themes throughout to be a very welcome addition. I appreciated the realistic views she portrayed as far as the characters thoughts and actions. Sometimes, authors try to write Christian-themed novels in a very stiff and awkward way, portraying characters as being "too upright." This author does not do that. Her characters have flaws which make them more human and more believable. I appreciate that realism when reading.

I have read all the previous books to this series and this one just seemed to drag for me until I got to about the middle of the book. I thought the first part was very repetitious and could have been reduced to a few chapters. It took me several days to read the first part, and I almost quit reading it at one point, but I was curious to see how the relationship of Emeline and Owen would work out. It does get much better, and turned out to be very good. As a whole it is an excellent read and I have enjoyed all of the Brides of the Mayflower series.

The Liberty Bride by MaryLu Tyndall is the sixth book in a series of books by various authors, telling a story through the birth of America. This story is set during the war of 1812.

Returning from England home to Baltimore in 1812, Emeline finds the ship she is sailing on taken over by the British and herself made a prisoner of war. Refusing to accept her fate, Emeline fibs and says she is a British spy, thus getting herself out of captivity and into the captain’s trust. Upon docking in Maryland, she realizes the information she has could be very beneficial to the American troops. Will she find her way to safety, and will the truth set her and her country free?

I really enjoyed this book, but then I have enjoyed all of Tyndall’s books that I’ve read over the years. She has a great way of creating characters that draw you in with their doubts and hopes and fears, and creating a redemption story for them that is inspiring beyond the story. The plot drew me in and I found myself reading this book whenever I got the chance over the holidays, laughing out loud over the situations the characters got themselves into but also not being able to tear myself away.

Did you know MaryLu Tyndall was a guest poster on my blog in 2018? You can read what she had to say about how God inspires her creativity by clicking here.

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4 stars- I have enjoyed this new series from Barbour. It’s been fun to read about different times in history and to follow one family’s tree through the generations. I also like how each book touches on a specific time in American history. I have read most of Mary Lu Tyndall’s books and really enjoyed her series set during the War of 1812. Therefore, I knew this period in time was one she was very familiar with and that I was in good hands. Plus, I knew she would provide her readers with a lot of fascinating naval knowledge and intriguing action on the high seas.
This was another great read. I liked Emeline and that she had spunk and a mind of her own. She was always striving to be what she thought her father wanted her to be and what she felt a good “Christian” should be but her God given abilities and fervor for life kept getting in the way. Owen was also an admirable character. He too was striving to overcome what he felt were his faults and the faults of his father. He wanted to prove he was differ than the man that had abandoned his family.
I didn’t always agree with Emeline’s choices but that was part of her growing up and learning to be more confident. I loved her heart and willingness to stand up for those less fortunate. This story was a great lesson in learning to be who God made you to be and was one of my favorite books in the series so far.
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This is the sixth book in the series but can be read as a stand alone. The heroine is the granddaughter of the couple from book 3, The Captured Bride. This book has action, romance, interesting historical information about the War of 1812, and great spiritual content. Both Emeline and Owen had to pretend to be someone they were not, which really added to the tension. Once they went ashore on a spy mission, the danger and suspense really ramped up. They both struggled with knowing God because of their distorted view of Him. I don't see many stories set in this time period so I enjoyed the historical information (sidenote: I loved the author's Surrender to Destiny series also set during the War of 1812). I I think this book had it all and was one of the best in the Daughters of Mayflower series, thus far.
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This is the sixth installment of the Daughters of the Mayflower series. Each book is written by multiple authors and covers a variety of historical conflicts in America’s history. This slice of history is the War of 1812.

Main female character is Emeline who is on her way home aboard one of her father’s ships when they are stopped by leading man, First Lt. Owen Masters. Sparkes fly between them some good some bad. She starts to think that all the trouble might be that God is not pleased with her and she’s being punished for past sins.

Sandwiched in between historical events, spying, Emeline trying to use her nursing skills to help prisoners there is a riveting historical journey during the war of 1812, with a splash of romance over the high seas action adventure you expect from this author. I was intrigued and learned much about this time period and the high price Emeline and First Lt. Owen Masters paid in order to be a spy and get the information to their source so lives could be saved.

Reluctantly Owen and Emeline embark a dangerous mission together for the sake of their countries. They don’t trust one another but they must arrive in time,. “Lives” were at stake.

There are still more novels to be read in the Daughters of Mayflower series out soon. I enjoyed the history notes from the author in the back of the book.


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I have never read a book by MaryLu Tyndall that I did not thoroughly enjoy and The Liberty Bride is no exception! I love her portrayal of strong, capable heroines and equally matched heros. Lots of giggles and smiles and swoon-worthy moments. An enjoyable story and one I highly recommend to others.

I have read and loved all of the Brides of the Mayflower series. I loved following along with it as it progresses with time. This series started out in 1620 and as of the sixth book we are now up to 1814 Baltimore. I live two hours from Baltimore and enjoy walking along the harbor there so this was even more enjoyable for me. MaryLu Tyndall does an amazing job with her description of the ship and the going on's on it. Strong, faith filled book that is another favorite in this series.
Pub Date 01 Dec 2018
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Historical fiction told with historical accuracy is hard to find, except in the Mayflower Bride series. This is book 6, but the books are only a series in that they are set historically. Each is a stand alone romance. This one takes place on a warship travelling from Britain to America during the War of 1812. The author has built a genuine back story for the characters that brings them alive as part of history. Each has reasons to resist their feelings and must learn to trust each other. I really enjoyed being part of their story for awhile. A good story that also includes a great romance.

I enjoyed the early American setting on both land and sea and the theme of patriotism that runs throughout the book. There is plenty of action and I appreciated the historical details that brought authenticity and made me grateful I live now instead of then! The swift pace of the plot made it hard to put the book down and even though I didn't quite connect with the main characters' emotions, I found the story captivating with twists and turns that made me wonder how on earth there would be a happily ever after. I loved the premise that Emeline and Owen are both spying for the same side, yet don't know that about each other and hold the perceived loyalties of the other against them. I would have thought that they'd realize it sooner, but I understand the risk involved if they happened to be mistaken. They were both likeable characters that grew in their faith and learned important life lessons.

(I received a complimentary copy of the book; all opinions in this review are my own)

Emeline Baratt an America get’s captured by a British warship. In order to survive she must act like a traitor to her country. She meets Lieutenant Owens Masters who she finds herself attracted to but he is the enemy. When she is sent on land to spy on her country for the British she must pick where her loyalties lie. Will her feelings for Owens or her country win out at the end? Only God can help her find her way.

A christian historical romance novel that has adventure, faith, love, moments that are fun and will make you fall in love with these characters. I enjoyed reading this story and it put a smile on my face.

"Never you fear about that. God be wit' us."
"How do you know God is not with the British?"
"Don't matter wha' side 'e takes. 'E's still wit' you and me."

The Liberty Bride (2018, Barbour) by MaryLu Tyndall is the sixth book in the Daughters of the Mayflower series. It's a standalone Christian historical romance set on the sea in the Atlantic Ocean in 1814. I believe the last book I read by this author was Surrender the Sea, which is another great seafaring adventure.

Rating: 4.5 stars

The heroine: Emeline Baratt, 22, is returning to the states after two years in England with her great-aunt learning how to be a "proper lady." Emeline's an avid artist and has "medical skills she'd learned while accompanying her uncle on his rounds in Baltimore" prior to living in Brighton. Unfortunately, when her ship nears Baltimore, it's captured by the British navy. Emeline convinces the captain she's loyal to England, so she's only semi-imprisoned. While onboard, her artist and medical skills are put to use.

The hero: First Lieutenant Owen Masters, 25, of the British frigate that captured Emeline's merchant ship is actually an American spy, and has been looking for an opportunity to pass information on to the States. At his uncle's behest, he's looking for "just one bit of vital information. That's all we need." But "just when he was finally in a position to be of use to his country, now he had prisoners to protect." And one of those prisoners is Emeline, "the most stunning creature Owen had ever seen." Owen isn't the typical hero of Christian fiction, as he is a rake and fond of drink. "A bit of a wild card, Owen is, I mean Lieutenant Masters. The opposite of our captain, I'd say. But the men adore him. And despite the antics, the captain admires him as well. He can always count on Owen to volunteer for the most dangerous missions."

Christian elements:

*Emeline believes that when bad things are happening, it is because God is punishing her. "Either God had a rather peculiar sense of humor or He was still punishing her for her past rebellion." I think some people do think this way, and eventually need to learn that this isn't the way God works. Regardless, I still felt that this sort of thinking in Emeline popped up too much in the story.

*Owen, on the other hand, is completely closed-off to God. "...he had to conclude that God was not only distant, but perhaps even unloving."

Food for thought:

*"But followin' a bunch of rules don't make you righteous in God's eyes."

*"Certainly God wanted the Americans to win… to keep their freedom. Didn't he? Or perhaps he took no interest in the governments of men."

*"How can you praise God down here?"
" 'E is worthy to be praised everywhere. It don't matter our situation."

Is it clean/chaste? Yes. There is one point when Emeline admires Owen's muscles when he is briefly shirtless. She does drop her gaze, though. Trigger warning: There is an attempted rape. It was detailed enough to make me nervous. There's also one steamy kiss I could have done without.

Other content: Some alcohol served aboard the ship. Some British swearing: "blasted American privateers."

What I liked:

*A character apologizes to God for lying. I dislike seeing ambiguity in Christian fiction as to whether or not lying (or any other sin) is a problem. It's good for characters to be flawed, but sin needs to be acknowledged in some way in Christian fiction.

As a side note, there's a brief discussion on whether or not lying is okay during war. This is something I don't remember ever contemplating, so I found that pretty interesting.

*The captain of the British army that captured Emeline is a good man - one that respects God. I think that's a bold choice on the part of the author, given that he is the "enemy" of the story. It adds a nice complexity to the tale.

What I didn’t like: Just the items mentioned under the "Is it clean/chaste?" header in this review. And I found only one typo.

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The bottom line: I loved this novel set on the sea. I recommend it to fans of historical Christian fiction or of seafaring adventures, as long as the content doesn't sound like it's too much for the reader. The next book I read by Ms. Tyndall might be Surrender the Night.

Sixth in the Daughters of the Mayflower series, The Liberty Bride, by MaryLu Tyndall, follows two patriots through the days and weeks leading up to the 1814 attack on Baltimore during the War of 1812. Tyndall’s grasp of the history of this time is excellent, and her characters come to life right on the page.

Emeline Baratt is a plucky and courageous young woman whose father insists she forget her interest in art, and seek a suitable husband. When she accepts a commission to paint a landscape for the mayor’s wife, her father sends her to England to care for her aging aunt. Sailing home from England on her father's privateer ship, they are attacked by a British warship. Emeline and the entire crew are taken prisoner, but in order to stay out of the brig, she manages to convince the ship's captain that she and her female chaperone are loyal to the crown.

Owen Masters is an officer in the Royal Navy. He is also an American spy. Attracted to Emeline, Owen is discouraged when she insists that she is loyal to the crown. Afraid to trust, yet extremely attracted to each other, they dance around their feelings. Still distrustful of each other, the two are sent on a spying mission to learn of the Americans’ plans, number of troops, ordinance, etc., and report back to the ship. What each of them secretly intends to do is give similar information about the British to the Americans. Emeline prays for success. Owen doubts God cares for him.

Their experiences between leaving the ship and reaching the American encampment are at once terrifying and heartwarming. As with all the books in the series, history comes alive, and we are given more insight into the lives of several ordinary people who sacrificed so much for the liberty of this young republic.

This is one of the best works of Christian fiction I have read in quite a while. Without seeming preachy, Tyndall and The Liberty Bride remind us that we are never alone, and that God has our backs. Emeline believed that, in order for God to love her, she had to give up her dreams and adventurous spirit, and become a “proper lady” as described by her father's rules. God showed her (and us) that we can have fun, follow our dreams, and be as adventurous as we choose. She reminds us that loving and trusting God is not about following a bunch of rules made up by humans. Rather, it is about love and trust and kindness. 

What Makes This Reviewer Grumpy?

Using the phrase “begs the question” to indicate “raises the question”:  the two are not interchangeable. Using it in this way is an error that began in the late 20th century, not in 1814.

Aside from that, the usual things:  split infinitives, misplacement of the word “only” within sentences, using “brings” and “brought” in place of the more accurate “takes” and “took”, and missing commas.

It is the war of 1812 and Emeline is on her father's ship returning to Maryland when the ship is taken over by the British. She leads them to believe she is really supporting the British and not the Americans. After all she has been living in England. Owen Masters is an officer on the British ship and there to spy for America. He is not sure what to make of Emeline. She convinces the captain to send her ashore to learn the battle plans of the American army. They go through many adventures and she & Owen find their way to God and His help to do what they need to do to save their country.

Lieutenant Owen Masters was an American spy on a British Naval warship that is off the coast of America in 1812. He had worked his way up the ranks and now was an officer in the Royal British Navy. His plan was to find out the British military plans and jump ship to deliver those plans to his uncle in Washington to help America win the war.

Emeline Baratt was returning home to America abroad one of her father's privateer's ships when it was captured by a British war ship. She was able to convince the captain that she was loyal to England and not America. But, not everyone is convinced of her loyalties. She was immediately repulsed by Lieutenant Masters but as she spent more time around him, she realized he had a kind heart and she wasn't convinced that he was as loyal to England as he claimed, but she couldn't risk letting him know her plans . . . or could she?

I have read other books by this author and have enjoyed each and every one. This one is no exception. She writes the story in great detail and the characters are well developed. There is suspense, drama, romance and love and a smattering of Christian beliefs. The story is a clean romance but not without difficulties and real life consequences.

I was given an arc copy of this book and I willingly offer my honest review.

The sixth book in the multi-author Daughters of the Mayflower novels from Barbour Books has just swooped in and stolen the prize for the most fun and entertaining read of the series. American privateers, British Naval officers, spies, a nemesis and one clever young American woman all add up to a War of 1812 romp with a bit of a darker side.

Set during the War of 1812, and reminiscent of some of the best period movies depicting that time, this story immediately immerses the reader in the world of a British naval vessel in war time. The nuanced portrayal that emerges of a grandfatherly gentleman who easily slips into the role of a brutal captain doling out cruel punishments lent a great deal to the story, as did the seemingly gentile and almost sympathetic but utterly despicable officer who quickly became the hero’s, and the heroine’s, nemesis.

Emeline Baratt is led by her patriotism and loyalty to the privateers of her father’s ship to declare allegiance to England after they are taken captive. Her deception and attraction to First Lieutenant Owen Masters becomes ever more complicated as they are put ashore to exploit her ties in Baltimore to spy for the British.

Filled with peril, intrigue, romance, but not neglecting the deplorable acts of war, this is a fast paced, action filled story that will keep you wanting to read more. And if that weren’t enough, it addresses issues, among others, of loyalty, faith, and the sometimes difficult reconciliation of the two.

If you are in the mood for a rollicking good read with it’s share of more somber moments, then this novel is the one!

This review refers to an advance digital galley read through NetGalley, courtesy of the author. All opinions expressed are my own.

*Thank you to Netgalley and Barbour publishing for this free copy in exchange for an honest review*

Having read at least 5 (or maybe it’s 6...) books in this series, I’m not sure what’s happened out how but each of these writers has separately and jointly accomplished something amazing. These books are full of heart, love, and some headstrong leads.

This is the first one by Miss Tyndall and I rather enjoyed it! Emeline faces difficult decisions and always falls back on her faith to get her through.

So far this action-packed book is my favorite of the Daughters of the Mayflower series. Set during 1814, Emeline Baratt is returning to Baltimore aboard the Charlotte after staying with her great aunt in England. Her ship is overtaken by the British HMS Marauder and Emeline soon finds herself a prisoner. She quickly fakes loyalty to Great Britain and also finds herself butting heads with Lieutenant Owen Masters who unbeknownst to her is also an American spy. The most exciting parts of this novel are when the plot moves to land and Emeline finds herself amidst the battle for Baltimore at Fort McHenry (a key battle in the War of 1812.) It's no surprise that Owen finds himself drawn to Emeline not only because of her beauty but because of her compassionate heart (to both Americans and the British people she meets.) There are quite a few tense moments in the book because both Emeline and Owen are unaware of each other's allegiance to America. As they get to know each other, they also find out how they can have a relationship with God without feeling like they are obeying a list of rules. One of my favorite quotes is: "being adventurous did not mean she wasn't following God, that in Him was true freedom . . . God was all about freedom." I'm glad that I was given the freedom to read this book from NetGalley and Barbour Publishing. All thoughts expressed are my honest opinions of the book.

Taking readers to the seas, ships, and shores of the War of 1812, Tyndall weaves a romantic tale of espionage and intrigue that will keep readers guessing. Emeline and Owen are both layered characters with backstories to unpack, faith to wrestle with, and secrets to maintain, though Owen may take longer to warm up to for some readers. Emeline’s kind heart and inner strength in the midst of the horrors of war are a highlight of the story, as is the nearly-tangible romantic chemistry between hero and heroine. Divided loyalties - at least outwardly - complicate their growing feelings for each other and add further dimension to their relationship. Tyndall doesn’t shy away from the harsh reality of the war or the truth of history, yet she also makes sure to wrap it all in hope, love, grace, and an incredibly touching example of deeply personal faith.

This is an incredible historical romance!

I love both Owen and Emeline. They are very well developed. They both have very painful memories of their fathers. These have formed their view of God.

Throughout this book they each have strong believers that are doing all they can to help them learn to trust God and rely on Him. I loved their separate journeys and how they intersect at various times.

This author has a marvelous talent for writing pirate and privateer stories. This book doesn’t disappoint in this aspect. She has included plenty of action to keep the excitement level up. Her description of sailing vessels and all things involved in sailing in the early 1800s is fantastic.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher, through NetGalley. I was not required to write a positive review. All of the opinions expressed are my own.

I enjoyed this sweet tale of two people fighting for a better life...and discovering that perhaps there's more to living than either of them had thought.
Between the interesting plot, the sweet romance, the adventure, and the engaging characters, there isn't much that this book doesn't have!
The only thing that I didn't love was the fact that the time spent on the boat felt a little too long. It wasn't until the characters disembarked and began their journey over land that the story really seemed to start. that said, The second half really makes up for the slow start, and the ending was beautiful and satisfying.
I'd recommend it to fans of Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction, and anyone interested in the American Revolution.

(I received a complimentary copy of this book through Netgalley. I was asked to give an honest review. All opinions expressed are entirely my own.)