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DANGEROUS DREAMS: A Story of the Lost Colony of Roanoke
They sailed to the New World to establish England's first
permanent settlement. Today, they're known as the Lost Colony of
Roanoke--America's most vexing and enduring mystery. On July 23, 1587, 117 colonists landed on Roanoke Island, in
present day North Carolina. Barely a month later, amid
rapidly-deteriorating circumstances, Governor John White sailed back to
England for additional supplies and colonists. War with Spain delayed
his return to Roanoke until 1590, when he discovered the colony had
vanished.
A young,
21st century woman unexpectedly dreams an ongoing series of mysterious,
lifelike dreams of New World settlers. She eventually deduces she's
witnessing the gripping saga of the Lost Colony of Roanoke through the
heart, mind, and tribulations of a young colonist named Emily Colman.
Along the way, she develops a compelling emotional intimacy with Emily;
but also discovers a dangerous dark side to her dreams and that there
may be far more to her bond with the Lost Colony than she ever imagined.
Emily and the colonists begin their struggle for survival
against mounting adversity--internal dissent erupts, two suitors seek
Emily's favor, the powerful Powhatan chiefdom plans the colony's demise,
and four warriors from a tribe to the distant north arrive to trade
with tribes near the colony. The subplots converge amidst the
excruciating drama of the colony's waning fortunes, and Emily faces
terrifying, life-threatening perils that ultimately force her to make an
agonizing choice that will shape and define her remaining life.
DANGEROUS DREAMS: A Story of the Lost Colony of Roanoke They sailed to the New World to establish England's first permanent settlement. Today, they're known as the Lost...
DANGEROUS DREAMS: A Story of the Lost Colony of Roanoke
They sailed to the New World to establish England's first
permanent settlement. Today, they're known as the Lost Colony of
Roanoke--America's most vexing and enduring mystery. On July 23, 1587, 117 colonists landed on Roanoke Island, in
present day North Carolina. Barely a month later, amid
rapidly-deteriorating circumstances, Governor John White sailed back to
England for additional supplies and colonists. War with Spain delayed
his return to Roanoke until 1590, when he discovered the colony had
vanished.
A young,
21st century woman unexpectedly dreams an ongoing series of mysterious,
lifelike dreams of New World settlers. She eventually deduces she's
witnessing the gripping saga of the Lost Colony of Roanoke through the
heart, mind, and tribulations of a young colonist named Emily Colman.
Along the way, she develops a compelling emotional intimacy with Emily;
but also discovers a dangerous dark side to her dreams and that there
may be far more to her bond with the Lost Colony than she ever imagined.
Emily and the colonists begin their struggle for survival
against mounting adversity--internal dissent erupts, two suitors seek
Emily's favor, the powerful Powhatan chiefdom plans the colony's demise,
and four warriors from a tribe to the distant north arrive to trade
with tribes near the colony. The subplots converge amidst the
excruciating drama of the colony's waning fortunes, and Emily faces
terrifying, life-threatening perils that ultimately force her to make an
agonizing choice that will shape and define her remaining life.
A Note From the Publisher
Note: "Dangerous Dreams: A Story of the Lost Colony of Roanoke," is a revision of "Dangerous Dreams: A Novel," which was released on October 19, 2015. This revision removed approximately 200 pages of detailed dream science and theory from the parallel, contemporary plot of the original story. Readers interested in this dream science material can either purchase the original version,or find most of the material on the author's website (mikerhynard.com). The historical story is the same in both versions. Also note that the first 35 reviews of the revision were carried forward from the original version.
Note: "Dangerous Dreams: A Story of the Lost Colony of Roanoke," is a revision of "Dangerous Dreams: A Novel," which was released on October 19, 2015. This revision removed approximately 200 pages of...
Note: "Dangerous Dreams: A Story of the Lost Colony of Roanoke," is a revision of "Dangerous Dreams: A Novel," which was released on October 19, 2015. This revision removed approximately 200 pages of detailed dream science and theory from the parallel, contemporary plot of the original story. Readers interested in this dream science material can either purchase the original version,or find most of the material on the author's website (mikerhynard.com). The historical story is the same in both versions. Also note that the first 35 reviews of the revision were carried forward from the original version.
Advance Praise
Kirkus Reviews: “A debut historical novel weaves a tale of youth, conflict, loss, and choice
through one of America’s greatest mysteries . . . Rhynard’s
two compelling tales manage to combine powerful emotionality with thorough
research, as both the investigations into dream theory in the present timeline
and the colonial activities of the past are deftly detailed without
overwhelming the characters or story. Similarly, while the narration centers on
Emily and Allie, it also effectively incorporates the perspectives of all the
other significant characters without becoming confusing . . . This
dynamic, genre-bending tale involving dreams and the Roanoke Colony delivers
new discoveries and venerable truths.”
San Francisco Book Review: "This book was amazing! I could not put it down . . . I was utterly
enthralled with Emily Colman, the main character of the Lost Colony. . .
I honestly felt like I was there, on Roanoke, trying to desperately
survive . . . the author did an amazing job being true to the time
period and thoroughly did his research."
Midwest Book Review: "An
exceptionally well written saga,"Dangerous Dreams" blends history with
fiction to deftly present a compelling and multi-layered story that will
hold the reader's rapt attention from beginning to end. An epic novel
that showcases author Mike Rhynard's impressive storytelling talents,
"Dangerous Dreams" is certain to bean enduringly popular addition to
community library collections."
Kirkus Reviews: “A debut historical novel weaves a tale of youth, conflict, loss, and choice through one of America’s greatest mysteries . . . Rhynard’s two compelling tales manage to combine...
Kirkus Reviews: “A debut historical novel weaves a tale of youth, conflict, loss, and choice
through one of America’s greatest mysteries . . . Rhynard’s
two compelling tales manage to combine powerful emotionality with thorough
research, as both the investigations into dream theory in the present timeline
and the colonial activities of the past are deftly detailed without
overwhelming the characters or story. Similarly, while the narration centers on
Emily and Allie, it also effectively incorporates the perspectives of all the
other significant characters without becoming confusing . . . This
dynamic, genre-bending tale involving dreams and the Roanoke Colony delivers
new discoveries and venerable truths.”
San Francisco Book Review: "This book was amazing! I could not put it down . . . I was utterly
enthralled with Emily Colman, the main character of the Lost Colony. . .
I honestly felt like I was there, on Roanoke, trying to desperately
survive . . . the author did an amazing job being true to the time
period and thoroughly did his research."
Midwest Book Review: "An
exceptionally well written saga,"Dangerous Dreams" blends history with
fiction to deftly present a compelling and multi-layered story that will
hold the reader's rapt attention from beginning to end. An epic novel
that showcases author Mike Rhynard's impressive storytelling talents,
"Dangerous Dreams" is certain to bean enduringly popular addition to
community library collections."
Marketing Plan
Available as "Read Now" until October 19, 2016. Currently on sale on Amazon.com in paperback ($14.99) & Kindle ($7.99). Plan to also print with Ingram-Sparks and market to chain and indie book stores, as well as to libraries.
Web page: mikerhynard.com
Facebook: mikerhynardauthor
Twitter: mikerhynardauth
Available as "Read Now" until October 19, 2016. Currently on sale on Amazon.com in paperback ($14.99) & Kindle ($7.99). Plan to also print with Ingram-Sparks and market to chain and indie book...
Available as "Read Now" until October 19, 2016. Currently on sale on Amazon.com in paperback ($14.99) & Kindle ($7.99). Plan to also print with Ingram-Sparks and market to chain and indie book stores, as well as to libraries.
I received Dangerous Dreams by Mike Rhynard from NetGalley in December, 2016.
I have spent my summer vacations with my children on the beaches and inlets of Outter Banks in Dare County enjoying the sun and sand.
The more I read this fictionalized account of the Lost Colony the deeper I fell into the author’s spell. You could feel the colony grow, the homes, crops and the palisades. I enjoyed this book, the mystery, the intense drama, and the dream science that ties the book together pushing the reader to end, then want more dreams of the white tail fawn.
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Macy R, Reviewer
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I received Dangerous Dreams by Mike Rhynard from NetGalley. I have always been interested in the myths & urban legends surrounding the infamous Roanoke colony.
This book exceeded my expectations, I was transcended back in time to the very heart of this lost colony. The author does a great job taking the readers along on a journey with characters whom you genuinely start investing feelings for. From the moment the characters stepped off the boat, his descriptions of the colony & were vivid & precise. The research that was done for this time period is right on "track" with the storyline. I appreciate that the author took the time to get facts not only for the colonists but the Native American tribes & their culture as well. The descriptions were rich & delightfully detailed. I could feel the sense of uncertainty in this "new land" and the danger surrounding them was like a thick fog hovering over.
This book is pretty hefty read, it's a book you can read over a period of time. Not a book to devour in one sitting. It took me about a week to finish the book. It was the kind of book that I thought about long after I closed it & couldn't wait to get back to. I was eager to get back to the colony & find out what would happen next.
I recommend this book to readers that are in for the adventure. It is a long read but you will be pleasantly surprised you made it through. I am certainly glad I did!
Macy Rodriguez
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Tiffany S, Reviewer
Fascinating read. Interesting concept of dreaming about past true events. The Lost Colony of Roanoke is something that is almost mythical now in all the wonderings of what really happened. It was neat to read an imagined tale of some of the true people who were there. I really connected with the character of Emily (the woman in Roanoke). Allie and her mother (the 21st century woman who was dreaming of Emily) were a bit harder to connect with. There are a couple graphic scenes including sexual assaults. I cannot imagine being a woman coming to this country in the earlier days of when we were still stealing it piece by piece from the Native Americans. I read the revised version that removed approximately 200 pages of detailed dream science and theory from the parallel, contemporary plot of the original story. I am interesting in seeing it on Mike Rhynard's website. I think all of it in the book would have been a bit cumbersome but the introduction to the idea of it was fascinating. I would have purchased this book and would recommend to others!
Was this review helpful?
Michelle K, Reviewer
Dangerous Dreams: A Story of the Lost Colony of Roanoke
by Mike Rhynard
CreateSpace
Historical Fiction, General Fiction (Adult)
Pub Date 09 Aug 2016
I am voluntarily reviewing a copy of Dangerous Dreams through the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for my honest reviews which is as follows:
They traveled to the New World to Establish England's first permanent Colony when a ship came back three years later they had all disappeared.
In the 21st century a young woman Dreams a series of lifelike events, dreams of the Missing settlers. The 117 just vanishing with no clues as to what happened.
I give Dangerous Dreams five out of five stars.
Happy Reading.
Was this review helpful?
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sandra k, Bookseller
I received Dangerous Dreams by Mike Rhynard from NetGalley in December, 2016.
I have spent my summer vacations with my children on the beaches and inlets of Outter Banks in Dare County enjoying the sun and sand.
The more I read this fictionalized account of the Lost Colony the deeper I fell into the author’s spell. You could feel the colony grow, the homes, crops and the palisades. I enjoyed this book, the mystery, the intense drama, and the dream science that ties the book together pushing the reader to end, then want more dreams of the white tail fawn.
Was this review helpful?
Macy R, Reviewer
Not set
I received Dangerous Dreams by Mike Rhynard from NetGalley. I have always been interested in the myths & urban legends surrounding the infamous Roanoke colony.
This book exceeded my expectations, I was transcended back in time to the very heart of this lost colony. The author does a great job taking the readers along on a journey with characters whom you genuinely start investing feelings for. From the moment the characters stepped off the boat, his descriptions of the colony & were vivid & precise. The research that was done for this time period is right on "track" with the storyline. I appreciate that the author took the time to get facts not only for the colonists but the Native American tribes & their culture as well. The descriptions were rich & delightfully detailed. I could feel the sense of uncertainty in this "new land" and the danger surrounding them was like a thick fog hovering over.
This book is pretty hefty read, it's a book you can read over a period of time. Not a book to devour in one sitting. It took me about a week to finish the book. It was the kind of book that I thought about long after I closed it & couldn't wait to get back to. I was eager to get back to the colony & find out what would happen next.
I recommend this book to readers that are in for the adventure. It is a long read but you will be pleasantly surprised you made it through. I am certainly glad I did!
Macy Rodriguez
Not set
Was this review helpful?
Tiffany S, Reviewer
Fascinating read. Interesting concept of dreaming about past true events. The Lost Colony of Roanoke is something that is almost mythical now in all the wonderings of what really happened. It was neat to read an imagined tale of some of the true people who were there. I really connected with the character of Emily (the woman in Roanoke). Allie and her mother (the 21st century woman who was dreaming of Emily) were a bit harder to connect with. There are a couple graphic scenes including sexual assaults. I cannot imagine being a woman coming to this country in the earlier days of when we were still stealing it piece by piece from the Native Americans. I read the revised version that removed approximately 200 pages of detailed dream science and theory from the parallel, contemporary plot of the original story. I am interesting in seeing it on Mike Rhynard's website. I think all of it in the book would have been a bit cumbersome but the introduction to the idea of it was fascinating. I would have purchased this book and would recommend to others!
Was this review helpful?
Michelle K, Reviewer
Dangerous Dreams: A Story of the Lost Colony of Roanoke
by Mike Rhynard
CreateSpace
Historical Fiction, General Fiction (Adult)
Pub Date 09 Aug 2016
I am voluntarily reviewing a copy of Dangerous Dreams through the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for my honest reviews which is as follows:
They traveled to the New World to Establish England's first permanent Colony when a ship came back three years later they had all disappeared.
In the 21st century a young woman Dreams a series of lifelike events, dreams of the Missing settlers. The 117 just vanishing with no clues as to what happened.
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