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The Ashford Chronicles #2
True As Fate
Lady Chloe Ashford detests going to balls, loathes social pretense, and finds the very idea of hunting for a husband obscene. But she has an even more scandalous she once helped an American—the enemy—escape from Dartmoor Prison. Now, nearly three years later, Ross Trenerry is back—and in trouble again. So is her traitorous heart. He doesn’t know she’s the one responsible for sending him to a second prison, and she has no intention of telling him.
A former privateer, Ross has finally run out of his legendary luck. Only one woman lies between him and freedom. He desperately needs Chloe’s help to prove he hasn’t committed treason, but he’s distracted by the passion that flares between them.
They set out on a cross-country adventure together to prove Ross’s innocence, but peril soon dogs their heels. As they race to reach their appointed rendezvous on time, they must fight their growing attraction and focus on discovering who is behind this deadly plot. Will they finally admit their love and put the pieces together before it’s too late?
A former privateer, Ross has finally run out of his legendary luck. Only one woman lies between him and freedom. He desperately needs Chloe’s help to prove he hasn’t committed treason, but he’s distracted by the passion that flares between them.
They set out on a cross-country adventure together to prove Ross’s innocence, but peril soon dogs their heels. As they race to reach their appointed rendezvous on time, they must fight their growing attraction and focus on discovering who is behind this deadly plot. Will they finally admit their love and put the pieces together before it’s too late?
366 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 1, 2017
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About the author
Laurie Alice Eakes
56 books363 followersLaurie Alice Eakes used to lie in bed as a child telling herself stories so she didn’t wake anyone else up. Sometimes she shared her stories withothers; thus, when she decided to be a writer, she surprised no one. Family Guardian, her first book, won the National Readers Choice Award for Best Regency in 2007. In the past three years, she has sold six books to Baker/Revell, five of which are set during the Regency time period, four books to Barbour Publishing, as well as two novellas to Barbour Publishing and one to Baker/Revell. Seven of her books have been picked up by Thorndike Press for large print publication, and Lady in the Mist, her first book with Revell, was chosen for hardcover publication with Crossings Bookclub. She also teaches on-line writing courses and enjoys a speaking ministry that has taken her from the Gulf Coast to the East Coast.
Laurie Alice lives in Texas with her husband, two dogs and two cats, and is learning how to make tamales.
You can learn more about her and her work at http://www.lauriealiceeakes.com
Laurie Alice lives in Texas with her husband, two dogs and two cats, and is learning how to make tamales.
You can learn more about her and her work at http://www.lauriealiceeakes.com
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June 9, 2017
My Review: I have been reading books by this author for many years and always look forward to her next book releasing. The first book in the "Ashford Chronicles," "My Enemy, My Heart" is very exciting and left me wanting more. I looked forward to Chloe's story! This book, "True as Fate," is the second book in the series and takes the reader on quite the adventure!
"True as Fate" tells the story of Chloe, the sister of the main character from the first book in the series. I would definitely recommend reading the series in order. The story is told from two different points of view. Chloe's view is the main focus, but once in a while the author switches to Ross's point of view (Chloe’s love interest and the other main character). This story of Ross and Chloe and their adventures together is full of rich historical detail and descriptions. Ms. Eakes obviously knows a lot about the Regency time period. She adds little tidbits here and there to really make you feel like you are transported back in time. She does use some terms that readers not familiar with the Regency era may not know, but they are used in a context where one can get the gist of what Ms. Eakes is talking about (e.g. blunderbuss and attaché). She also has a scene on a boat with a lot of ship and nautical terms that history buffs will really appreciate.
The main characters in this book are supporting characters in "My Enemy, My Heart." It is also fun to see the two main characters from "My Enemy, My Heart" make an appearance and have a roll in Ross and Chloe's story. Chloe, our heroine, is a strong female character who defies the norms of society. She loves adventure and can hold her own with any man. She drags a man to safety with the armed enemy in pursuit, escapes out of a window and climbs across a roof with an untreated wound, and she often carries a pistol. She's not afraid to help Ross even if it puts her in danger and knows it will possibly ruin her reputation.
This book is filled with mystery and adventure, privateers and possible traitors on every side. Who is guilty and who is innocent? It is an exciting read filled with secrets and travel across breathtakingly beautiful landscapes. I especially enjoy how many chapters end in cliffhangers or intense moments. It has great characters.
Finally, I would want some of my readers to be aware that this book would be on the edgier side, content wise. I did highly enjoy it and would recommend to those who love the Regency time period and history buffs.
My Rating and Content: I give this book 4.5 stars. It is a clean read per say, but does have some more "edgy" content. As stated above, I truly enjoyed this novel!
Link to Laurie Alice Eakes's website: http://lauriealiceeakes.com/
I want to thank Laurie Alice Eakes and Waterfall Press for the complimentary advanced copy of this book for review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I express in this review are my own. This is in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s CFR 16, Part 255.
Link to full review on my blog: http://bit.ly/2skCuUu
"True as Fate" tells the story of Chloe, the sister of the main character from the first book in the series. I would definitely recommend reading the series in order. The story is told from two different points of view. Chloe's view is the main focus, but once in a while the author switches to Ross's point of view (Chloe’s love interest and the other main character). This story of Ross and Chloe and their adventures together is full of rich historical detail and descriptions. Ms. Eakes obviously knows a lot about the Regency time period. She adds little tidbits here and there to really make you feel like you are transported back in time. She does use some terms that readers not familiar with the Regency era may not know, but they are used in a context where one can get the gist of what Ms. Eakes is talking about (e.g. blunderbuss and attaché). She also has a scene on a boat with a lot of ship and nautical terms that history buffs will really appreciate.
The main characters in this book are supporting characters in "My Enemy, My Heart." It is also fun to see the two main characters from "My Enemy, My Heart" make an appearance and have a roll in Ross and Chloe's story. Chloe, our heroine, is a strong female character who defies the norms of society. She loves adventure and can hold her own with any man. She drags a man to safety with the armed enemy in pursuit, escapes out of a window and climbs across a roof with an untreated wound, and she often carries a pistol. She's not afraid to help Ross even if it puts her in danger and knows it will possibly ruin her reputation.
This book is filled with mystery and adventure, privateers and possible traitors on every side. Who is guilty and who is innocent? It is an exciting read filled with secrets and travel across breathtakingly beautiful landscapes. I especially enjoy how many chapters end in cliffhangers or intense moments. It has great characters.
Finally, I would want some of my readers to be aware that this book would be on the edgier side, content wise. I did highly enjoy it and would recommend to those who love the Regency time period and history buffs.
My Rating and Content: I give this book 4.5 stars. It is a clean read per say, but does have some more "edgy" content. As stated above, I truly enjoyed this novel!
Link to Laurie Alice Eakes's website: http://lauriealiceeakes.com/
I want to thank Laurie Alice Eakes and Waterfall Press for the complimentary advanced copy of this book for review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I express in this review are my own. This is in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s CFR 16, Part 255.
Link to full review on my blog: http://bit.ly/2skCuUu
June 15, 2017
True as Fate is the second in The Ashford Chronicles by author Laurie Alice Eakes. And what a romantic adventure it was! This is Chloe Ashford and American privateer Ross Trenerry’s story. We have met both of them before in book one. We are now a couple of years out from the War of 1812 but Ross is branded as a traitor and cannot really go back to the States or stay on English soil due to someone’s machinations for revenge. As Ross fights to clear his name and save his life, he wants to see his love one more time. However, Chloe Ashford is set against him ruining her little sister’s chances for a good marriage and she herself harbors a love for him since his time in Dartmoor Prison.
So what’s a girl to do but try to help the love of her life prove his innocence and to right a wrong that she did to him, a terrible wrong that drives her to even risk her own life for him. As they travel through the countryside, trying to stay one step ahead of the bad men and her family, to make it to the rendezvous point before something worse befalls the Ashford family, Ross discovers how deep Chloe’s feelings and love for him go. But to him, she is not the sister that he has loved for years.
This novel broke my heart and achingly put the pieces back together while giving a tale of a grand adventure. I was so glad to read the continuing saga of the Ashford family and I am impatiently waiting for the next in the series. This was an unputdownable story, one that I stayed up into the wee hours of the morning to read.
I was gifted a copy of this book by the author. I was not required to post a review positive or otherwise. All views and opinions are my own.
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So what’s a girl to do but try to help the love of her life prove his innocence and to right a wrong that she did to him, a terrible wrong that drives her to even risk her own life for him. As they travel through the countryside, trying to stay one step ahead of the bad men and her family, to make it to the rendezvous point before something worse befalls the Ashford family, Ross discovers how deep Chloe’s feelings and love for him go. But to him, she is not the sister that he has loved for years.
This novel broke my heart and achingly put the pieces back together while giving a tale of a grand adventure. I was so glad to read the continuing saga of the Ashford family and I am impatiently waiting for the next in the series. This was an unputdownable story, one that I stayed up into the wee hours of the morning to read.
I was gifted a copy of this book by the author. I was not required to post a review positive or otherwise. All views and opinions are my own.
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July 24, 2017
This book is full of adventure, traitors, smugglers and romance. But who can one trust? This newest book in the Ashford Chronicles takes place immediately after the War of 1812 has ended.
Chloe is a spunky heroine, but in her mission to amend past wrongs, will she lose all? Chloe's adventure to clear Ross's name is filled with danger, hardship and betrayal. Despite the hardships she faces and the uncertainty of whom she can trust, Chloe's heart remains steadfast. She is willing to sacrifice her future for those she loves.
It took me a little while to be pulled into the story, but once I sorted out a few details I thoroughly enjoyed the story. I am sure that some of my confusion is due to the fact that I have not read the first book in the series. I plan on reading it soon.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher. I was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.
Chloe is a spunky heroine, but in her mission to amend past wrongs, will she lose all? Chloe's adventure to clear Ross's name is filled with danger, hardship and betrayal. Despite the hardships she faces and the uncertainty of whom she can trust, Chloe's heart remains steadfast. She is willing to sacrifice her future for those she loves.
It took me a little while to be pulled into the story, but once I sorted out a few details I thoroughly enjoyed the story. I am sure that some of my confusion is due to the fact that I have not read the first book in the series. I plan on reading it soon.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher. I was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.
October 3, 2020
I'm surprised at all the high reviews on this one. I thought the story was very unbelievable and I can't stand a silly love triangle. There was a lot of physical attraction and compromising situations. I pretty much just scanned through the whole book as there was alot of pointless dialog and unnecessary descriptions. I guess like any art, there will always be fans, but we can't all enjoy the same pieces.
October 6, 2018
Treachery, intrigue and forbidden love in Regency England. SQUUUEEEEPPP! Grab the smelling salts and a sturdy fan and dust off the fainting couch because Ross Trenerry will definitely make you weak in the knees. Be still my heart. But, oh my, Eakes puts this hero and heroine through some nail-biting, edge-of-your-seat action in their desperate bid to clear Ross's name and restore order to the Ashford household.
Mind you, there's also ample time for some toe-curling scenes hence the warning for the necessary romance reading accoutrements. Chloe is harboring feelings for a man she knows she can never have and he thinks his heart belongs to another. Talk about emotional angst! But how can Ross resist the ever resourceful Chloe? She's stubborn and brave and does her share of the rescuing. And she's intense! Not at all the kind of fragile, lighthearted lady he thinks he's attracted to. Such a conundrum for a hero on the run! And Eakes barely gives him a second of respite so he can figure it all out. Tense drama right to the very last page and then the reward of the sweetest epilogue ever to soothe our bruised hearts.
True as Fate is the second book in the Ashford Chronicles series and pretty much takes off where My Enemy, My Heart left off. It can be read as standalone, just be prepared to feel a bit discombobulated by events at first if you haven't read book one. No worries, though, it will all soon come clear and you'll have no problem following this breathtaking plot. And once you've begun you'll be hard pressed to stop until you reach the swoonworthy ending! Blissful Sigh!
Mind you, there's also ample time for some toe-curling scenes hence the warning for the necessary romance reading accoutrements. Chloe is harboring feelings for a man she knows she can never have and he thinks his heart belongs to another. Talk about emotional angst! But how can Ross resist the ever resourceful Chloe? She's stubborn and brave and does her share of the rescuing. And she's intense! Not at all the kind of fragile, lighthearted lady he thinks he's attracted to. Such a conundrum for a hero on the run! And Eakes barely gives him a second of respite so he can figure it all out. Tense drama right to the very last page and then the reward of the sweetest epilogue ever to soothe our bruised hearts.
True as Fate is the second book in the Ashford Chronicles series and pretty much takes off where My Enemy, My Heart left off. It can be read as standalone, just be prepared to feel a bit discombobulated by events at first if you haven't read book one. No worries, though, it will all soon come clear and you'll have no problem following this breathtaking plot. And once you've begun you'll be hard pressed to stop until you reach the swoonworthy ending! Blissful Sigh!
June 2, 2017
I read book #1 a couple of weeks ago and have forgotten a great deal as I read constantly. I do recall Book #1 being exciting. I found this book #2 terrible. True As Fate Chronicle #2 starts off in a confusing manner. If one finishes book 1 which I liked and picks up book 2 directly it would make more sense. As book 2 stands, the character relationships are confusing at the beginning and it's difficult to really care about anyone. Why should I cheer for Ross or Chloe?
Basically in this sequel, other than for a few exciting paragraphs in the 300+ pages, the entire and I mean entire book was a long repetitive series of Chloe wondering in various ways "will he love me, will he touch me"... over and over and over and over and over and over and over page after page after page after page. Waste of money.
It is so sad when an author rushes a book to print and instead of taking time to make the plot more robust, they will it with fluff.
Basically in this sequel, other than for a few exciting paragraphs in the 300+ pages, the entire and I mean entire book was a long repetitive series of Chloe wondering in various ways "will he love me, will he touch me"... over and over and over and over and over and over and over page after page after page after page. Waste of money.
It is so sad when an author rushes a book to print and instead of taking time to make the plot more robust, they will it with fluff.
June 25, 2017
True as Fate by Laurie Alice Eakes is the second book in The Ashford Chronicles. It is a regency romantic suspense. It is well written. This book is fine as a stand alone but I am sure reading the first book would give you a better understanding of some things. This is the story and adventure of Chloe Ashford and American privateer Ross Trenerry. Laurie Alice Eakes includes wonderful details of life in the 19th century. This book keeps your interest. It is a clean read which is a wonderful find. Laurie Alice Eakes will be an author that I look forward to reading again.
I received a copy thru a Goodreads Giveaway.
I received a copy thru a Goodreads Giveaway.
May 30, 2017
True As Fate is a historical gem. It is a one-of-a-kind book that you will reread over and over again. True As Fate is the second book in The Ashford Chronicles, written by Laurie Alice Eakes.
Travel back in time to England 1815. Ross Trenerry, a former privateer, is wanted. Lady Chloe Ashford is the only person who can help him out and prove his innocence. Ross and Chloe begin a journey to bring back Chloe's sister, Juliet, the Ashford sister Ross fell in love with. How far will Chloe go with Ross when there is danger lurking everwhere? Ross becomes fond of Chloe on the journey...which sister is he truly in love with?
Laurie Alice Eakes is an exceptional author and writes with beautiful detail. As soon as you pick up this book, you will enter into nineteenth-century England. You will not be able to put it down! I have thoroughly enjoyed this series and cannot wait until the third book in the series is released!
Travel back in time to England 1815. Ross Trenerry, a former privateer, is wanted. Lady Chloe Ashford is the only person who can help him out and prove his innocence. Ross and Chloe begin a journey to bring back Chloe's sister, Juliet, the Ashford sister Ross fell in love with. How far will Chloe go with Ross when there is danger lurking everwhere? Ross becomes fond of Chloe on the journey...which sister is he truly in love with?
Laurie Alice Eakes is an exceptional author and writes with beautiful detail. As soon as you pick up this book, you will enter into nineteenth-century England. You will not be able to put it down! I have thoroughly enjoyed this series and cannot wait until the third book in the series is released!
September 23, 2017
What an exhausting and thrilling book to read!
In this second book of the Ashford Chronicles, iconoclastic Lady Chloe and former American privateer Ross Trenerry are forced to travel across land and sea to save her sister Juliet from kidnappers. They soon discover that Ross is the real target, and Chloe puts her life on the line to protect this man she loves - and owes - so much.
The line between love and hate is often a thin one, and like many of the romantic couples in Eakes' books, Ross and Chloe find themselves tripping over it more than once. They each struggle with the propriety of their strong desire for the other, as Juliet is the sister Ross has thought himself in love with during several years' absence. She had once brought a certain brightness and optimism into his life that later helped him survive war and imprisonment, but Chloe was actually the one who had nursed him back to health before Juliet's visits. She was the one who truly warmed him and completed him, as he discovered on their rescue mission. Yet they resisted and resented the attraction that pulled them together, and their conversations were peppered with blunt disagreements and accusations. Finally, a confession of betrayal rocks them both, and threatens to destroy their futures, together OR apart.
Eakes writing is full of sailing terminology and Regency details that make you surprised to close the book and find yourself in the 21st century. I can't count how many times I found my heart racing - how many times I reread a page just for the pleasure of a perfectly-crafted phrase. If you enjoy a complex, gripping page-turner, this is a great book for you.
In this second book of the Ashford Chronicles, iconoclastic Lady Chloe and former American privateer Ross Trenerry are forced to travel across land and sea to save her sister Juliet from kidnappers. They soon discover that Ross is the real target, and Chloe puts her life on the line to protect this man she loves - and owes - so much.
The line between love and hate is often a thin one, and like many of the romantic couples in Eakes' books, Ross and Chloe find themselves tripping over it more than once. They each struggle with the propriety of their strong desire for the other, as Juliet is the sister Ross has thought himself in love with during several years' absence. She had once brought a certain brightness and optimism into his life that later helped him survive war and imprisonment, but Chloe was actually the one who had nursed him back to health before Juliet's visits. She was the one who truly warmed him and completed him, as he discovered on their rescue mission. Yet they resisted and resented the attraction that pulled them together, and their conversations were peppered with blunt disagreements and accusations. Finally, a confession of betrayal rocks them both, and threatens to destroy their futures, together OR apart.
Eakes writing is full of sailing terminology and Regency details that make you surprised to close the book and find yourself in the 21st century. I can't count how many times I found my heart racing - how many times I reread a page just for the pleasure of a perfectly-crafted phrase. If you enjoy a complex, gripping page-turner, this is a great book for you.
April 30, 2018
I received this books as part of the NERFA romance writers contest to be judged. First, the good aspects: the plot was amazing, the characters were strong, the conflict well-developed and multifaceted. I loved the characters and their adventure. Chloe was such a strong female protagonist and she kept Ross on his toes. Ross was complex and well-defined. You understood his motivations, his drive for vengeance, and even why he clung to the ideal that Chloe’s sister represented. Overall great story. Now for my one and only negative…it was more a historical fiction then a historical romance. Yes they kissed and they were attracted to each other but beyond one, maybe two, passionate kisses there is absolutely no passion. No sex, no indecent moments, nothing. If you can keep in mind that this isn’t really a romance, then you will love the story because it was great, but I expected a romance and didn’t get it. Yes it is a love story, but a tame and “proper for the times” kind of love story. I’m giving this 4 stars because the plot and characters are strong enough and entertaining enough that I kept with it, but I am disappointed there was no passion. If it had that it would definitely be a 5 star romance all the way. I do recommend it, just go into it knowing there won’t be the traditional romance novel qualities that we look for and enjoy when we pick up one to read.
August 17, 2017
I won this book on Goodreads as a Amazon Kindle book. I haven't read the first book which would have given me more of the back story.
The book takes place after the War of 1812 in Great Britain. The characters are smugglers, nobility, and traitors. The Ashfords are the nobility of the story. Ross Trenerry is an American who was a smuggler. He has people after him in the story. Chloe Ashford is the daughter of Lord Ashford. She likes adventure and doesn't want to be part of the typical standards for women in the day. She helps Ross escape from those who were chasing him.
Her sister Juliet was kidnapped, and they are trying to find her. Lord Ashford doesn't trust Ross. Kiernan his son follows Ross along with his wife Deidre since they think Ross knows where Juliet is.
Ross didn't know where Juliet is. Chloe had turned him in to prison to keep him from distracting Juliet. She is trying to help him escape because she feels she owes him. Chloe found out that Ross wasn't a traitor. His family thought he was a traitor but didn't know the real story. Chloe and Ross go on a journey. They rescue Juliet. Kiernan and Deidre are there when Juliet is rescued.
Chloe and Ross get married. Ross's family shows up at the Ashford house at the day of the wedding and make an apology.
The book takes place after the War of 1812 in Great Britain. The characters are smugglers, nobility, and traitors. The Ashfords are the nobility of the story. Ross Trenerry is an American who was a smuggler. He has people after him in the story. Chloe Ashford is the daughter of Lord Ashford. She likes adventure and doesn't want to be part of the typical standards for women in the day. She helps Ross escape from those who were chasing him.
Her sister Juliet was kidnapped, and they are trying to find her. Lord Ashford doesn't trust Ross. Kiernan his son follows Ross along with his wife Deidre since they think Ross knows where Juliet is.
Ross didn't know where Juliet is. Chloe had turned him in to prison to keep him from distracting Juliet. She is trying to help him escape because she feels she owes him. Chloe found out that Ross wasn't a traitor. His family thought he was a traitor but didn't know the real story. Chloe and Ross go on a journey. They rescue Juliet. Kiernan and Deidre are there when Juliet is rescued.
Chloe and Ross get married. Ross's family shows up at the Ashford house at the day of the wedding and make an apology.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 27, 2017
I got 116 pages into this book and couldn’t finish. It was one of those books that if I forced myself to read it, I like it ok, but if I didn’t consciously make an effort, I didn’t have much of a desire to keep going. A book like this should normally only take me week to finish and I’ve had it out from the library for 3 months so that says something.
The story just wasn’t that great. Chloe is supposed to be this level headed girl, not the one to get caught up in romance and drama, but the entire time she just is talking about her feelings for Ross and how she had to help him despite that requiring her to lie to her family and put them and herself in danger. She refuses to accept help and is just kind of annoyingly stubborn. And Ross is just as bad.
And the actual events just weren’t that believable, plus I kept feeling like I was missing something as things were referenced in a way that made you feel like they were talked about in the first book, but I don’t think they were. Maybe just poor editing, it felt choppy.
The story just wasn’t that great. Chloe is supposed to be this level headed girl, not the one to get caught up in romance and drama, but the entire time she just is talking about her feelings for Ross and how she had to help him despite that requiring her to lie to her family and put them and herself in danger. She refuses to accept help and is just kind of annoyingly stubborn. And Ross is just as bad.
And the actual events just weren’t that believable, plus I kept feeling like I was missing something as things were referenced in a way that made you feel like they were talked about in the first book, but I don’t think they were. Maybe just poor editing, it felt choppy.
May 4, 2017
Lady Chloe's heart broke when an American man she helped save falls for her sister instead. When Ross Trenerry reappears in her life, Lady Chloe fights to make up for past actions that have brought terrible consequences into her life.
This is an action packed, highly detailed novel. Although it is the second book in the Ashford Chronicles (which I have not had the chance to read yet), it stands on it's own with ease. Lady Chloe is a relatable character and I was behind her every step of the way. My heart ached to see her struggling with her feelings for Ross as she helped him.
The plot of True As Fate moves at just the right pace. I honestly can't think of anything I didn't like about the book!
I would recommend this to any reader of the Regency Era, who enjoys a clean plot.
I was given a free copy from the author.
This is an action packed, highly detailed novel. Although it is the second book in the Ashford Chronicles (which I have not had the chance to read yet), it stands on it's own with ease. Lady Chloe is a relatable character and I was behind her every step of the way. My heart ached to see her struggling with her feelings for Ross as she helped him.
The plot of True As Fate moves at just the right pace. I honestly can't think of anything I didn't like about the book!
I would recommend this to any reader of the Regency Era, who enjoys a clean plot.
I was given a free copy from the author.
October 31, 2017
Fair story, if a little over the top. It was exciting, and the characters not quite as annoying as in the last book. Still a lot of mistakes: British characters using American terms like 'gotten, someplace and 'whomever', and the general assumption that the Brits and wrong and Americans right over the War of 1812. Oh, and of course, American privateering is fine: but for Brits its bad and done because they want to take over everything. Naturally.
Worth a read, despite the stereotypes though. I don't think that the parallels between Ross Trennery a certain rakish Cornish nobleman named Ross are accidental. Not a typical Regency and an interesting sequel. Book borrowed through Amazon Kindle Unlimited, so I was not required to write a review.
Worth a read, despite the stereotypes though. I don't think that the parallels between Ross Trennery a certain rakish Cornish nobleman named Ross are accidental. Not a typical Regency and an interesting sequel. Book borrowed through Amazon Kindle Unlimited, so I was not required to write a review.
December 17, 2017
True love wins out every time
While I am normally not prone to picking a romance as my first choice of reading material, I am so glad that I had the opportunity to read this one. The book is fast paced, well written, and holds the reader's interest throughout. I was impressed with the knowledgeable details of sailing ships of that era. While this is Book 2, it served well as a stand alone even though there were references to events contained in Book 1. I am sure I will enjoy reading Book 1 to gain a broader perspective of the back story, and then plunging into Book 3. Nicely done!
While I am normally not prone to picking a romance as my first choice of reading material, I am so glad that I had the opportunity to read this one. The book is fast paced, well written, and holds the reader's interest throughout. I was impressed with the knowledgeable details of sailing ships of that era. While this is Book 2, it served well as a stand alone even though there were references to events contained in Book 1. I am sure I will enjoy reading Book 1 to gain a broader perspective of the back story, and then plunging into Book 3. Nicely done!
August 22, 2018
I received this book through a Goodreads giveaway. Started slow, but picked up well. Chloe Ashford assisted her sister-in-law's friend and compatriot Ross Trenerry and his crew from escaping Dartmoor prison during the War of 1812. She later instigated his re-imprisonment when his tender for her sister threatened a family scandal. Now with the war over, when Ross should be free to wed her sister and return to American, he's wanted for treason in his home country. Someone is plotting against Ross and Chloe feels guilty for plotting against him, now she is determined to prove his innocence at the cost of her own reputation.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 25, 2019
Decent sequel
I’m not one for lukewarm reviews but I’m not sure what I think of this book. I loved My Enemy, My Heart so I thought for sure this would be another winner.
I found the action sequences confusing to follow and the overall plot left a lot to be desired. And speaking of desire....if they mentioned one more time that Chloe was going to be socially ruined I was going to scream. We get it, society had zero tolerance during this era. But mentioning it every other page just grated on my nerves.
I’m not one for lukewarm reviews but I’m not sure what I think of this book. I loved My Enemy, My Heart so I thought for sure this would be another winner.
I found the action sequences confusing to follow and the overall plot left a lot to be desired. And speaking of desire....if they mentioned one more time that Chloe was going to be socially ruined I was going to scream. We get it, society had zero tolerance during this era. But mentioning it every other page just grated on my nerves.
June 17, 2017
I looked forward to reading this book because I found book 1 to be an exciting, enjoyable and an entertaining read, unfortunately that was not the case for me with book 2. First off it was hard to pick up the threads of book one in the beginning of this book and lastly the ending was anticlimactic. Don't get me wrong, the ingredients are all there but for me it just didn't come together in the satisfying way that other books by Eakes has done for me.
July 3, 2017
Because I knew I'd enjoy this book--
I waited to start it when I had a long weekend. It is the middle of the night and I just finished reading Ross and Chloe's story!
It was like visiting old friends after reading Book 1!
Rarely do I get so engrossed in the story that I cannot put the book down, but this held me captive!
And now my wait begins until the next visit with The Ashfords! Please Ms Eakes, don't make us wait too long!
I waited to start it when I had a long weekend. It is the middle of the night and I just finished reading Ross and Chloe's story!
It was like visiting old friends after reading Book 1!
Rarely do I get so engrossed in the story that I cannot put the book down, but this held me captive!
And now my wait begins until the next visit with The Ashfords! Please Ms Eakes, don't make us wait too long!
July 17, 2017
Oh. My. Goodness. This was a great story. I could not put it down. Now I feel tired from all the reading! 😴
Great characters and it was nice to meet again those from the first book in the series. So much "adventure"--as Juliette would think it.
I did guess at the villain and was right but it was still a riveting story.
Now I want Juliette's story--a volume 3-that doesn't seem to be written yet. 😱😭
Alternated between audio and reading.
Great characters and it was nice to meet again those from the first book in the series. So much "adventure"--as Juliette would think it.
I did guess at the villain and was right but it was still a riveting story.
Now I want Juliette's story--a volume 3-that doesn't seem to be written yet. 😱😭
Alternated between audio and reading.
August 31, 2017
Loved it!
Great book! Suspense, mystery and romance, all wrapped in one story. The story always kept me guessing up until the end. You know it will have a happy ending, but not sure how it ends. Even though I would give it a "clean romance", at times it was a little PG-13. I don't think I would want my teen age daughter to read this. All in all, a great book. Can't wait for the next in the series!
Great book! Suspense, mystery and romance, all wrapped in one story. The story always kept me guessing up until the end. You know it will have a happy ending, but not sure how it ends. Even though I would give it a "clean romance", at times it was a little PG-13. I don't think I would want my teen age daughter to read this. All in all, a great book. Can't wait for the next in the series!
March 15, 2018
Secrets can destroy a relationship. Chloe helped a man escape from prison then nursed him back to life, and fell in love with him. Ross thought it was her sister and fell for her. On top of that heartache, Chloe sent him back to jail. Only things didn't turn out as she wished. On the run, with the authorities pursuing, Chloe helps Ross once again.
Fascinating history, likable characters, and a ticking clock made this an interesting read.
Fascinating history, likable characters, and a ticking clock made this an interesting read.
July 31, 2017
BOOK ONE - MY ENEMY MY HEART - was better - but I enjoyed TRUE AS FATE also...
Laurie Alice Eakes is still a favored author -
TRUE AS FATE seemed to be a bit edgier than I normally appreciate in Christian Fiction - but MS Eakes didn't go OVER the line I draw to quit reading a book.
I still recommend the series thus far.
Laurie Alice Eakes is still a favored author -
TRUE AS FATE seemed to be a bit edgier than I normally appreciate in Christian Fiction - but MS Eakes didn't go OVER the line I draw to quit reading a book.
I still recommend the series thus far.
June 22, 2017
So much better than its predecessor! The characters were real and deep and grew through the story. The story had tons of twists and turns that I was completely captivated. I enjoyed the complexity of the romance and its wonderful conclusion.
August 19, 2017
Thank you to Laurie Alice Eakes and Goodreads.com I won this book in a Giveaway.
Took me awhile to get into it but I did not read the first Ashford Chronicles, but once I got into the book it ended up being a fun book to read.
Took me awhile to get into it but I did not read the first Ashford Chronicles, but once I got into the book it ended up being a fun book to read.
September 22, 2023
A nice conclusion to this series. I did find it a lot slower than the first book though, but just my personal tastes. I would have liked the characters from the first book to be more prominent than they were in this though.
I listened via the Kindle Unlimited read and listen prog.
I listened via the Kindle Unlimited read and listen prog.
June 22, 2017
Hard to read, seemed disjointed from all the different characters and how they fit together. Still Enjoyed it, but not a smooth, fast, read.
July 6, 2017
I enjoyed this book and would recommend it to others.
November 12, 2017
Clean with Some action. I liked the story but not always well written.
May 15, 2018
I really like this book.
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