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4.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Paige (Wellington, Fl.), September 09, 2009
This was a jaw dropper in some spots and a nail bitter. I loved the Dominique and her determination.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Casey (Burns, Oregon), June 09, 2009
When I pulled this book off the shelf at my local library, I was wary. I had never read anything by M. L. Tyndall before and wasn't sure what to expect. I started and couldn't put it down! I read the entire book over two days and by the end, I was so taken by Dominique and Chase I never wanted the book to end. These characters continue to live on in my imagination. Even now, I remember the book and a smile shines.
To me a good book includes a strong and captivating plot. Characters who are real, make mistakes, and change. God's grace is evident and makes a strong impression. It's not just a shadow in the background. This story has all this and more. There were many times I was laughing over a funny discription of a out of place comment from one of the characters. The Falcon and the Sparrow, has heart, drama, faith and love. I coudn't have been more surprised or pleased with my spur of the moment checkout at the library.
I would most certainly promot this book- I can't say enough good things about it!
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Paige (Wellington,Fl), May 30, 2009
This is one of those stories that captivates you from the begining. The passionate attraction between the Admiral and Dominique is thrilling. You will escape to another world and have adventures you only dreamed of having.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Christy Janes (Cordova, TN), January 13, 2009
The Falcon and the Sparrow is like no other book I have read in a long time. It had all the elements that I like in a story: passion, suspense, and a character with a deep faith in God. Oh, and a setting in the 1800’s helps, too, as I love a good historical novel.
Ms. Tyndall’s storytelling ability is amazing! I didn’t need to get very far into this book before I was hooked. Her broad vocabulary shines on each and every page. I couldn’t help but be transported to London, and see, hear, and smell everything as I was reading each page. She also did a masterful job with the tension between the characters. There was incredible passion between Chase and Dominique…so much so that I could practically hear Dominique’s heart pounding during the kissing scenes!
Finally, I simply loved the title for this book. Even though this is a fictitious story, it proves that God cares for each and every one of us, even the littlest sparrow.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Chandra Lynn (PA), December 17, 2008
MaryLu Tyndall is an artist with words. Her newest book, The Falcon and the Sparrow, while very different from the Legacy of the King's Pirates series, is still a masterpiece of romance, history, and intrigue. With historical knowledge, beautiful descriptive writing skills, faith, and passion MaryLu has told a most beautiful love story. MaryLu wrote of a time in history when England was as depraved in similar ways to Rome before the fall. MaryLu handled the horrid morals and culture of the time with grace and finesse. While women nowadays would never tolerate what the characters in this book did,the culture of the early eighteen hundreds was vastly different. MaryLu gave us an innocent heroine we longed to teach boldness, but even her demure manners brought the light of life to those around her.
Dominique Dawson, an Englishwoman forced by Lucien Bonaparte, brother of Napoleon, to spy against England in order to save her brother's life, finds herself in the employ of Admiral Chase Randal as a governess. Her task is simple, steal important documents on the British navy and her brother's life will be spared. Nothing prepared her for the endearing little boy, William; she was to governess, or the handsome, strong widower she was to betray. Struggling with her faith and her promise to betray her country, Dominique sets to her duty. Admiral Chase is not a landlubber, and especially not since his beloved wife died. He cannot even spend time with his precious son, who looks too much like his mother. Yet, when Dominique arrives, things change. His heart opens to love and to faith again. Will love have a chance to survive the worst kind of betrayal?
MaryLu Tyndall has once again created characters that will touch your heart and a story that will keep you turning pages. I highly recommend this book and all of her books. She may be a relatively new author, but she is a treasure.
3 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Stephanie (North Carolina), October 25, 2008
I wanted to enjoy this one, and to be honest, there were large stretches where I truly did. There were times I literally could not put this down. Dominique is an engaging character worth rooting for, and a lovably unlikely spy. In addition, MaryLu did some significant things well, such as character development and ending each chapter on a cliffhanger. And the angelic encounter was deliciously thrilling, as well as touching. Dominique's faith is about as deep and real as it gets. That said, though, this book has a major flaw: sexual/sensual content. Almost every other scene, it seemed, involved some kind of bedroom activity, malicious setups that made Dominique look as if she were in the middle of a sexual tryst, overly sensual thoughts and behavior on the admiral's part, and even an attempted rape that scared the daylights out of me. There were many times that I read this while blushing, and even a few times I felt I should stop reading because, Christian though the core of the book was, the sensuality was too intense and therefore not pleasing to God. Maybe I'm too innocent, or maybe the things that bothered me will not be a stumbling block to other women. If that's the case, by all means, read this one--you'll find a lot to like. In my case, though, I'm going to pass on this one and give MaryLu another chance later. In the meantime, I'll try to find a book that spends a little more time on tender romance and true relationship development, instead of trysts, scandal, and lust-filled males who need a glass of ice water in the face.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Kathi Macias (Homeland, CA), October 03, 2008
As with all of Tyndall’s novels, The Falcon and the Sparrow keeps readers caught up in the story, cheering for the heroine, and praying about the outcome. The only disappointing aspect of the entire book is when you realize you’ve finished reading and must wait for the next one.
From the time Dominique Dawson steps onto English soil, she knows she has done so at great peril to her life—and yet, for her brother’s sake, she has no choice. Almost immediately she is drawn into the lives of Admiral Chase Randal and his young son, as she begins her employ as a governess—and her deception as a spy.
Romance and intrigue intertwine to make this an excellent and entertaining read, with a takeaway message for all with a heart to receive it.
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Laura (U.S. Oklahoma), September 06, 2008
M.L. Tyndall is one of my favorite authors. However, this book I do not think was quite her best. I LOVE The Legacy of the King's Pirates series. This book I came away feeling not so great about. My main problem with it was the blunt and open discussion of sexuality in general, not to mention a pretty detailed near rape scene and the scene where's Dominique's exposed half dressed. There are much more subtle ways to express the touchy subject of sex/sexuality without being over the top, or TMI. (Too much information)
That said, I still like and enjoyed the book, I just think some of the dialog could've been handled a little more delicately. I WOULD NOT let kids under the age of 15 read this.
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