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Winds of Betrayal #1-2
Winds of Betrayal: An American Historical Novel
THE CRY FOR FREEDOM, Book One
A rousing family saga for the fight for America's independence!
The winds of change brews over the colonies. Tension against the crown is mounting daily. In Williamsburg, the rebellion burns strong in the hearts of two siblings, Jonathan and Hannah Corbett. Spirited and headstrong, Hannah finds herself thrust in the middle of a conspiracy when her father receives a strange package from Philadelphia. Jonathan, a physician for the Continental Army, is torn between duty and family. With war looming on the horizon, the siblings soon discover there is a high price to be paid for the cry for freedom.
The Saga continues....
EMBRACE OF THE ENEMY, Book Two
It's a dangerous game you set to play, Miss Corbett. One that can have far worse than deadly consequences!
In the midst of the struggle of America's bid for independence, Hannah Corbett makes a fateful decision, descending into a world of deceit. Spurred by revenge, she heads to New York, setting in motion a dangerous game for which there is no return. Searching desperately for the man who betrayed her family, she faces the cold and brutal reality of the life of a spy. Caught in a web of lies, living with betrayal, she is trapped. She has nowhere to turn except to a man it would be treasonous to love, setting duty and desire at war. Her heart is ripped apart when she must choose between the man who risks his career and life to protect her and the only thing that has remained constant in her life...her belief in her cause.
A rousing family saga for the fight for America's independence!
The winds of change brews over the colonies. Tension against the crown is mounting daily. In Williamsburg, the rebellion burns strong in the hearts of two siblings, Jonathan and Hannah Corbett. Spirited and headstrong, Hannah finds herself thrust in the middle of a conspiracy when her father receives a strange package from Philadelphia. Jonathan, a physician for the Continental Army, is torn between duty and family. With war looming on the horizon, the siblings soon discover there is a high price to be paid for the cry for freedom.
The Saga continues....
EMBRACE OF THE ENEMY, Book Two
It's a dangerous game you set to play, Miss Corbett. One that can have far worse than deadly consequences!
In the midst of the struggle of America's bid for independence, Hannah Corbett makes a fateful decision, descending into a world of deceit. Spurred by revenge, she heads to New York, setting in motion a dangerous game for which there is no return. Searching desperately for the man who betrayed her family, she faces the cold and brutal reality of the life of a spy. Caught in a web of lies, living with betrayal, she is trapped. She has nowhere to turn except to a man it would be treasonous to love, setting duty and desire at war. Her heart is ripped apart when she must choose between the man who risks his career and life to protect her and the only thing that has remained constant in her life...her belief in her cause.
434 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 6, 2014
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About the author
Jerri Hines
49 books213 followersJerri Hines is an Amazon bestselling author of Winds of Betrayal, Winds of Change, and Southern Legacy series that were inspired by her fascination with history. Her historical romance series, Secret Lives, is riddled with romantic suspense and a touch of paranormal. Boston's Crimes of Passion marks her first contemporary suspense thriller series, including Fragmented and Framed. In addition, she has ventured off into the paranormal suspense with the release of Scream for the Camera. Boston's Crimes of Horror, Book One. She is also working on an epic fantasy series.
Her latest release, The Waking Bell, is the first book she has written with another author. She was honored to have collaborated with Jackie Weger, an amazing author and friend, to have created this historical mystery.
She is a Southern gal who has lived the last thirty years near Boston with her Yankee husband. She believes in love and the power it holds. It is the reason she writes romances.
She supports the Alzheimer's Association, Shriner's Hospital, and The Home For Little Wanderers in Boston.
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Her latest release, The Waking Bell, is the first book she has written with another author. She was honored to have collaborated with Jackie Weger, an amazing author and friend, to have created this historical mystery.
She is a Southern gal who has lived the last thirty years near Boston with her Yankee husband. She believes in love and the power it holds. It is the reason she writes romances.
She supports the Alzheimer's Association, Shriner's Hospital, and The Home For Little Wanderers in Boston.
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August 16, 2014
Great read !!
Great read !!
Is it a history book a romance or both? This book was a joy to read with the characters from our history books interspersed with the story of Hannah our heroine ,the least likely spy you will ever encounter.Her passion for life ,our fledgling country and for family puts her in these circumstances but you will keep on reading for the love of two very different men as they vie for her heart.If you love historical fiction like the North and South series you will surely love this book."This book was gifted to me in exchange for an honest review".
Great read !!
Is it a history book a romance or both? This book was a joy to read with the characters from our history books interspersed with the story of Hannah our heroine ,the least likely spy you will ever encounter.Her passion for life ,our fledgling country and for family puts her in these circumstances but you will keep on reading for the love of two very different men as they vie for her heart.If you love historical fiction like the North and South series you will surely love this book."This book was gifted to me in exchange for an honest review".
September 4, 2017
Not for me
Good enough plot, however, this writer does not know the first thing about grammer. A sentence is a complete thought. The writer leaves jagged colors of words that make no sense throughout the pages. This, I hesitate to call it a book, needs a good editing. Words are missing or in the wrong place. And, my biggest pet peeve, not completing the storyline within the pages. Why spend so much time on the brother's story, if you're not going to finish it. The heroine's story isn't completed with the threat of the British destroying her newfound peace. Good premise; poorly executed.
Good enough plot, however, this writer does not know the first thing about grammer. A sentence is a complete thought. The writer leaves jagged colors of words that make no sense throughout the pages. This, I hesitate to call it a book, needs a good editing. Words are missing or in the wrong place. And, my biggest pet peeve, not completing the storyline within the pages. Why spend so much time on the brother's story, if you're not going to finish it. The heroine's story isn't completed with the threat of the British destroying her newfound peace. Good premise; poorly executed.
December 6, 2020
I think from a historical perspective, it's a fascinating book. It flows very well. (I was somewhat concerned that the dialogue might be a bit too boring, but it wasn't.) Hannah is a very determined woman. Stubborn in her own right, but has a fiery passion for the Patriot cause. When members of her family are attacked and killed, she sets out to find out who's behind it so she can plot her revenge. While I don't agree with everything she did in the book, I admire her courage and strength to see things through.
Jonathan strikes me as a man who loves his family, but has been dealt an unfair hand. A wife who betrayed him. A sister that he knows is in danger. A son he's barely seen. And he's a doctor attending to wounded and dying soldiers while trying to make sense of it all. It's an exhausting situation, mentally as well as physically. Like Hannah, I believe he tries to find some quiet strength to keep him going, but it's difficult.
While reading this book, I couldn't help but think that both figures must have felt entirely alone too much in their respective situations. A doctor dealing with all the demands of war and a spy trying to help the cause without putting too many lives, including her own, in danger.
Note: There is some sex, but I'm happy to say that the author doesn't saturate every page with sexual scenes or references because it would distract us from the historical events that unfolded during the war.
Jonathan strikes me as a man who loves his family, but has been dealt an unfair hand. A wife who betrayed him. A sister that he knows is in danger. A son he's barely seen. And he's a doctor attending to wounded and dying soldiers while trying to make sense of it all. It's an exhausting situation, mentally as well as physically. Like Hannah, I believe he tries to find some quiet strength to keep him going, but it's difficult.
While reading this book, I couldn't help but think that both figures must have felt entirely alone too much in their respective situations. A doctor dealing with all the demands of war and a spy trying to help the cause without putting too many lives, including her own, in danger.
Note: There is some sex, but I'm happy to say that the author doesn't saturate every page with sexual scenes or references because it would distract us from the historical events that unfolded during the war.
September 9, 2014
Romance and Mysterious Espionage
I found these books to be very good and I enjoyed reading them. They are well written and keeps you interested. I offered to read these books to give a review......I was in no way offered any thing to read these books! Again, I thought they were well written and I enjoyed the characters!
I found these books to be very good and I enjoyed reading them. They are well written and keeps you interested. I offered to read these books to give a review......I was in no way offered any thing to read these books! Again, I thought they were well written and I enjoyed the characters!
March 12, 2015
Great Historical Story
Revolutionary War, murder, meaness, love, betrayal, spys, cruelity, insanity and romance are all part of this set of books. It as very good.
Revolutionary War, murder, meaness, love, betrayal, spys, cruelity, insanity and romance are all part of this set of books. It as very good.
March 21, 2015
I
I was so engrossed in this story and I think it did not end well. Unless, this is the first part of. Journey for Hannah.
I was so engrossed in this story and I think it did not end well. Unless, this is the first part of. Journey for Hannah.
November 19, 2017
ok
I was excited to read this and found it to be a little confusing. I wasn’t sure what was happening all the time. Could have been better.
I was excited to read this and found it to be a little confusing. I wasn’t sure what was happening all the time. Could have been better.
April 1, 2024
Winds of Betrayal by Jerri Hines is a well crafted, well written family saga taking place during the Revolutionary War between the States of America and England. It is a story of love, deceit, spies, traitors and more in one story. Each character is nicely fleshed out, giving the reader reasons to love ... or hate ... each character.
The beginning of Winds of Betrayal started out very slowly, as Ms. Hines introduced each character and their background or connections to other characters. However, by page 8 (in the ebook) this book picks up speed quickly and doesn't slow down. Once Hannah falls partway out of a tree while trying to hear what the men are discussing in another room but gets stuck in a tree thanks to her shoes, the book picks up speed and grabs the reader and doesn't stop the ride.
In my view, this book really should have been a 5 star book. The only thing keeping me from giving it 5 stars are the several grammatical errors, i.e., "her hands her hands" and "rifleman" when it should have been "riflemen", throughout the book. Another reader's review mentions several other types of errors, but by the time I read Winds of Betrayal, those errors were fixed, or at least they were on the ebook version I read.
There was one scene in the latter part of the book which I found a bit gory. Others may not see it as gory, however.
This is Book 1 in a 2 book book series. It stands alone on its own, with a very solid ending. I look forward to reading Book 2, as well as other books by Jerri Hines.
The beginning of Winds of Betrayal started out very slowly, as Ms. Hines introduced each character and their background or connections to other characters. However, by page 8 (in the ebook) this book picks up speed quickly and doesn't slow down. Once Hannah falls partway out of a tree while trying to hear what the men are discussing in another room but gets stuck in a tree thanks to her shoes, the book picks up speed and grabs the reader and doesn't stop the ride.
In my view, this book really should have been a 5 star book. The only thing keeping me from giving it 5 stars are the several grammatical errors, i.e., "her hands her hands" and "rifleman" when it should have been "riflemen", throughout the book. Another reader's review mentions several other types of errors, but by the time I read Winds of Betrayal, those errors were fixed, or at least they were on the ebook version I read.
There was one scene in the latter part of the book which I found a bit gory. Others may not see it as gory, however.
This is Book 1 in a 2 book book series. It stands alone on its own, with a very solid ending. I look forward to reading Book 2, as well as other books by Jerri Hines.
September 9, 2019
A real page turner
I started this thinking that over the next day or so I'd finish it.
I finished it in less than a day.
The action never stops. If it seems to, you're not paying attention or you haven't made the connection yet. Be patient. Keep reading. It will all pick up speed once again- like going from center to a gallop & back & forth, a trot is too slow for this story.
Women have always done amazing things. Every war, they tended the wounded, acted as spies, ran households on next to nothing, kept the spirits of those around them up, & in the face of backbreaking tragedy, kept going....sometimes, until they dropped. And then, they got back up again & moved forward. Men have one type of courage; women another. Both are necessary in war & in peace, in good times & bad.
Could you do something like this? Yes, if the circumstances require it, both men & women have done & will continue to do what seems impossible. Whether it is your country or your family or something else, humans endure.
This book is about one such woman. Think about the horrors with which she lived. And yet, she carried om.
I hope you find yourself as amazed & inspired as I did. This one is one I will eventually re-read. I don't do that often.
I started this thinking that over the next day or so I'd finish it.
I finished it in less than a day.
The action never stops. If it seems to, you're not paying attention or you haven't made the connection yet. Be patient. Keep reading. It will all pick up speed once again- like going from center to a gallop & back & forth, a trot is too slow for this story.
Women have always done amazing things. Every war, they tended the wounded, acted as spies, ran households on next to nothing, kept the spirits of those around them up, & in the face of backbreaking tragedy, kept going....sometimes, until they dropped. And then, they got back up again & moved forward. Men have one type of courage; women another. Both are necessary in war & in peace, in good times & bad.
Could you do something like this? Yes, if the circumstances require it, both men & women have done & will continue to do what seems impossible. Whether it is your country or your family or something else, humans endure.
This book is about one such woman. Think about the horrors with which she lived. And yet, she carried om.
I hope you find yourself as amazed & inspired as I did. This one is one I will eventually re-read. I don't do that often.
February 1, 2019
War takes
I received this book free from one of the book sites. I do not remember which one! This is my honest and voluntary review.
Historically accurate and incredibly moving, this book has all the components of a great book. While many fictional books have been written about the American Revolution, I have not read one so deeply involved in the spying done by our women Patriots.
Hannah & her family were staunch Patriots. When betrayed by one close to them, most of her immediate family was wiped out. With her brother Jonathan in the Continental army as a physician, Hannah decides to "visit " her grandmother's home. Now part of the spy network, she searches for the information that will reveal who betrayed her family & that which will aid in the Revolution.
This is a book depicts joys, sorrows, love, hate, betrayal, revenge, & contentment. It's a book I highly recommend, believing that this author has managed to convey the true experiences of some of the bravest in history.
I received this book free from one of the book sites. I do not remember which one! This is my honest and voluntary review.
Historically accurate and incredibly moving, this book has all the components of a great book. While many fictional books have been written about the American Revolution, I have not read one so deeply involved in the spying done by our women Patriots.
Hannah & her family were staunch Patriots. When betrayed by one close to them, most of her immediate family was wiped out. With her brother Jonathan in the Continental army as a physician, Hannah decides to "visit " her grandmother's home. Now part of the spy network, she searches for the information that will reveal who betrayed her family & that which will aid in the Revolution.
This is a book depicts joys, sorrows, love, hate, betrayal, revenge, & contentment. It's a book I highly recommend, believing that this author has managed to convey the true experiences of some of the bravest in history.
June 12, 2023
Betrayal is a Bitch
Hannah was from a entrenched Virginia family that she loved dearly. She was the only girl child of her father’s. She was protected and loved by all around her. When her father, brother, stepmother, aunt, uncle, and one male cousin where killed she took it upon herself to throw caution to the wind and find out who had them murdered. She descended upon New York in the pretense of visiting her grandmother but was really there to spy upon the British during the American Revolution. She achieved what she came there to do but then the people she was doing the spying for turned their backs on trying to get her out of New York before it fell. Her desperation for her freedom and longing to go back home became a harrowing affair to everyone that loved her. There are three more books in this series and I can’t wait to read them to see if I get a peak into the rest of Hannah’s life as the war continues on in this book.
Hannah was from a entrenched Virginia family that she loved dearly. She was the only girl child of her father’s. She was protected and loved by all around her. When her father, brother, stepmother, aunt, uncle, and one male cousin where killed she took it upon herself to throw caution to the wind and find out who had them murdered. She descended upon New York in the pretense of visiting her grandmother but was really there to spy upon the British during the American Revolution. She achieved what she came there to do but then the people she was doing the spying for turned their backs on trying to get her out of New York before it fell. Her desperation for her freedom and longing to go back home became a harrowing affair to everyone that loved her. There are three more books in this series and I can’t wait to read them to see if I get a peak into the rest of Hannah’s life as the war continues on in this book.
February 16, 2018
Close but...
I'm not sure if I chose this one or it was give for a review. By the cover I can't imagine I'd have chosen it. But I do love historical fiction. And in that aspect it's fairly good. But like too many series it just ends. And I despise the character of Marcus Durham. What a selfish jerk. And from the terrible cover I assumed it was one of those sappy romance novels. I just could not figure this one out. I'd have loved it without that crappy love story bit that seems to be added for no good reason. This was so close to being good but just fell a bit short. The battles were well done though.
I'm not sure if I chose this one or it was give for a review. By the cover I can't imagine I'd have chosen it. But I do love historical fiction. And in that aspect it's fairly good. But like too many series it just ends. And I despise the character of Marcus Durham. What a selfish jerk. And from the terrible cover I assumed it was one of those sappy romance novels. I just could not figure this one out. I'd have loved it without that crappy love story bit that seems to be added for no good reason. This was so close to being good but just fell a bit short. The battles were well done though.
August 8, 2017
A fine story
This is a well written story of a young woman who spys for the patriots during the revolution. The tale provides plenty of grim reminders of price of war with lots of family members killed and other dangers and deceptions. However my chief complaint with the story is that the end isn't the end; it is clearly written to entice you to buy the next book in the series although the story line or the characters are not so likeable or compelling for me to do so. Be forewarned.
This is a well written story of a young woman who spys for the patriots during the revolution. The tale provides plenty of grim reminders of price of war with lots of family members killed and other dangers and deceptions. However my chief complaint with the story is that the end isn't the end; it is clearly written to entice you to buy the next book in the series although the story line or the characters are not so likeable or compelling for me to do so. Be forewarned.
June 22, 2021
Excellent well-written and researched Revolutionary War Spy novel involving a young woman, Hannah, who endured the worst of horrors discovering her immediate family betrayed and killed via targets from extended family members in their divide of loyalties. For revenge, she becomes a spy for the Patriots, yet pursued by a British soldier who attempts to save her. Extremely detailed in relating battles and strategies involving both sides with graphic sensual scenes and explicit gore portrayed. Novel has closure but also is continued related to being part of a saga.
October 5, 2023
3.5/5
I read the whole thing. It was…good. It was exciting. However, it was hard to follow the timeline with big gaps between the two story lines of the protagonist and the war/her brother. Also, while I understand keeping names true to history makes sense, I really struggled to keep track of who was who and where their loyalty lay. I don’t believe Hannah would really have made some of the choices she did.
I read the whole thing. It was…good. It was exciting. However, it was hard to follow the timeline with big gaps between the two story lines of the protagonist and the war/her brother. Also, while I understand keeping names true to history makes sense, I really struggled to keep track of who was who and where their loyalty lay. I don’t believe Hannah would really have made some of the choices she did.
May 21, 2017
Good historical romance
I liked the interwoven family saga that was incorporated with historical events! I just don't think a book has to be so graphic in sexual details, I find it adds NOTHING to the story. Maybe there needs to be different categories so I don't get this type! Thanks, Kathy Easley
I liked the interwoven family saga that was incorporated with historical events! I just don't think a book has to be so graphic in sexual details, I find it adds NOTHING to the story. Maybe there needs to be different categories so I don't get this type! Thanks, Kathy Easley
December 6, 2017
Fire the editor
Very good, engaging story but poor paragraph structure detracts and causes confusion. At one point, a new paragraph started in the middle of a sentence. At many points dialogue was run together, so that there were multiple speakers in the same paragraph, so it was hard to tell who said what.
Very good, engaging story but poor paragraph structure detracts and causes confusion. At one point, a new paragraph started in the middle of a sentence. At many points dialogue was run together, so that there were multiple speakers in the same paragraph, so it was hard to tell who said what.
November 22, 2019
Living History
This story brought back those history lessons I learned many years ago. But this time the history came alive and I was part of the story. Rooting for the Patriots, fearful of the British and proud of the growing American Spirit! So much loss, but so much gain: a new country under a new Congress, under God!
This story brought back those history lessons I learned many years ago. But this time the history came alive and I was part of the story. Rooting for the Patriots, fearful of the British and proud of the growing American Spirit! So much loss, but so much gain: a new country under a new Congress, under God!
July 11, 2021
Well plotted historical novel
Strong and interesting fictional characters are woven with historical persons, creating a novels that is tense, filled with surprising twists and a look at the everyday lives of those living during the start of the American Revolution. We realize the constitutional, liberties many take for granted were fought with lives, sacrifices and honor.
Strong and interesting fictional characters are woven with historical persons, creating a novels that is tense, filled with surprising twists and a look at the everyday lives of those living during the start of the American Revolution. We realize the constitutional, liberties many take for granted were fought with lives, sacrifices and honor.
November 2, 2023
Very hard to follow. The dialogue was not easy to tellwho was speaking in many cases and I would have to go back and re-read passages to figure it out. There were a lot of characters and it was tough to follow who was who when one moment they went by a last name and the next a first name. I think the editor didn’t do too great a job editing. The story was good though.
May 5, 2017
Wonderful trip back to the Revolutionary War!
I absolutely devoured this book! Interesting, well developed characters and exciting scenes. From the battlefields to espionage, family intrigue and love. Definitely will be reading more of this series and Imaginative author!
I absolutely devoured this book! Interesting, well developed characters and exciting scenes. From the battlefields to espionage, family intrigue and love. Definitely will be reading more of this series and Imaginative author!
July 16, 2017
Great book
A great book of historical fiction set during the revolutionary war. A young girl fight for the cause she believes in but loses many along the way. She finds out how strong she really is when those she depends on, let's her down when she needed them most.
A great book of historical fiction set during the revolutionary war. A young girl fight for the cause she believes in but loses many along the way. She finds out how strong she really is when those she depends on, let's her down when she needed them most.
May 7, 2018
Excellent
I was up all night reading because I couldn't put it down! Brings the war for independence to life in a way that will make you realize how much they gave up to be free! A true appreciation for our forefathers! Good read!!
I was up all night reading because I couldn't put it down! Brings the war for independence to life in a way that will make you realize how much they gave up to be free! A true appreciation for our forefathers! Good read!!
July 16, 2021
The perils of Hannah
This book makes the war between Colonists and British very clear. They all faced danger every day. Especially when being a spy behind enemy lines. Hannah's story will remain in my memory for some time.
This book makes the war between Colonists and British very clear. They all faced danger every day. Especially when being a spy behind enemy lines. Hannah's story will remain in my memory for some time.
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January 3, 2022It was honestly really hard to follow this at times due to the grammatical errors. Who cleared this for publishing? Storyline was okay. Honestly, there’s many other quality books out there that you don’t need to bother with this one.
December 27, 2023
Interesting storyline
Once I began reading, I had difficulty putting the book down. The suspense kept me engaged and intrigued. Looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
Once I began reading, I had difficulty putting the book down. The suspense kept me engaged and intrigued. Looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
July 5, 2017
Betrayal
I loved this story, I recommend everyone to read this book. I did not want to put it down. I look forward to reading more of her books. Kattie.
I loved this story, I recommend everyone to read this book. I did not want to put it down. I look forward to reading more of her books. Kattie.
November 26, 2018
Great book of History
I have really enjoyed this book, it was a " page Turner" from the first page. I can't wait to start book 2 of this series
I have really enjoyed this book, it was a " page Turner" from the first page. I can't wait to start book 2 of this series
February 25, 2019
Both books are cliffhangers...and there are more in the series. ☹️
January 31, 2020
Spellbinding
Emotionally intense book, with good characters. Sometimes too human in actions and feelings. Very good book! The Author knows her history.
Emotionally intense book, with good characters. Sometimes too human in actions and feelings. Very good book! The Author knows her history.
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