Queen of the Waves, American Tapestries Series #1
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From Tragedy To Triumph!
High Society bred Jacqueline is tired of living a life build around her parents decisions. When her father insists upon an arranged business marriage with young Roland, she has other plans to elope with Peter the family gardener. Peter's younger sister, Tessa is living far from luxury, living as a servant girl, under the cruel watch of her Father, and fearful Mother. Tessa longs for beauty, love, and a better life. Her prayers seem to be answered when Jacquie and Peter come to her with a proposition to board the dream liner, Titanic to start a fresh life in America, and take the false identity of the wealthy Jacqueline's place instead, Tessa is tempted, and against her better judgement agrees to the ruse. Aboard, Tessa tries to act the part of a lady, but secretly terrified and alone amidst such new circumstances. But God knows the innocence of her heart and sends her a saving grace in Nathan. A perfect blend of romance, suspense, secrets, deceit, forgiveness, and above all the Saving Mercy of our own Christ Jesus, makes 'Queen of the Waves' a most unique novel! Captivating as the mighty Titanic herself. You'll be swept away to the very last page, praying against all odds that these precious character's souls will survive! The message of hope and a redeeming Father God will forever stand out in your memory!
January 12, 2013
Well wrought
In my opinion, one of Janice Thompson's best!
I've always had a sort of love/hate relationship with Titanic books, but Queen of the Waves is definitely one that I love!
The plot was well put together and I thought that the characters were especially well-crafted, and likable from the start. There were things that Tessa struggled with, and it was easy to see why she had the reaction that she did because of the way she had been brought up, and I just really loved watching this story play out.
This book was easy to follow, and very engaging, I found that the pages went by faster than I realized and it was very easy to become absorbed into its pages.
Overall I enjoyed this well written tale from cover to cover, and I found the story very compelling, yet not too overdone. A book that I would happily recommend!
I received this book from the publisher through Litfuse in exchange for an honest review. Thank you!
November 20, 2012
wonderful book and has the history of the Titanic
This book was excellent I loved the story line and the history about the Titanic just reading it made you feel you were there on the ship and the dedication to a person on the Titanic was good to as I live close to Branson and the museum
November 5, 2012
Smiles and tears make for a satisfying read
Janice Thompson masterfully weaves gentle humor into the tragedy of the Titanic's fateful journey, making the smiles bigger and the tears heartfelt. Novel Rocket and I give Queen of the Waves a high recommendation.
November 4, 2012