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Charles Towne Belles #2
The Blue Enchantress
An adventure seeking woman and a security-minded ship builder are shipwrecked together.
Still grieving the loss of her mother--and private tragedies of her own--Hope Westcott plays the part of a dutiful admiral's daughter. But longing for the love and acceptance she never felt at home, Hope plunges into Charles Towne society...and an illicit affair with Lord Falkland.
For Captain Nathaniel Mason, wealth means security, so he is determined to build his shipping business--ignoring God's call on his life to become an impoverished pastor. He also ignores his attraction to the frivolous, vain Hope Westcott.
Hope's adventure seeking lands her in the hands of an unscrupulous ship captain who wants to sell her to the highest bidder. When Nathaniel sees Hope on the auction block, will he listen to God and sacrifice his ship, cargo, and security to save her?
From the Carolina Coast to the Caribbean, through stormy seas and shipwreck, can Hope and Nathaniel put aside their painful pasts, listen to God's voice, and find true love and acceptance?
Still grieving the loss of her mother--and private tragedies of her own--Hope Westcott plays the part of a dutiful admiral's daughter. But longing for the love and acceptance she never felt at home, Hope plunges into Charles Towne society...and an illicit affair with Lord Falkland.
For Captain Nathaniel Mason, wealth means security, so he is determined to build his shipping business--ignoring God's call on his life to become an impoverished pastor. He also ignores his attraction to the frivolous, vain Hope Westcott.
Hope's adventure seeking lands her in the hands of an unscrupulous ship captain who wants to sell her to the highest bidder. When Nathaniel sees Hope on the auction block, will he listen to God and sacrifice his ship, cargo, and security to save her?
From the Carolina Coast to the Caribbean, through stormy seas and shipwreck, can Hope and Nathaniel put aside their painful pasts, listen to God's voice, and find true love and acceptance?
317 pages, Paperback
First published August 1, 2009
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MaryLu Tyndall
57 books987 followersA Christy Award finalist and winner of two Inspirational Readers’ Choice awards, MaryLu Tyndall dreamt of tall ships and swashbuckling heroes during her childhood years on Florida’s Atlantic Coast. She holds a degree in Math and worked as a software engineer for fifteen years before she penned her first novel. Now, with more than twenty-five books published, she makes her home in California with her husband, six children, four grandchildren and various stray cats. Her hope is that readers will not only be entertained but will be brought closer to the Creator who loves them beyond measure. For more information, visit her website at marylutyndall.com
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August 18, 2010
Fire and Thunder! Recommendation: Read it now but not first
After finishing "The Red Siren," I couldn't wait to read "The Blue Enchantress." The book opens with action, tension and jaw dropping moments. I was immediately caught up as I found Hope on the verge of being auctioned away as a slave. Mr. Nathaniel Mason just happening along at the exact moment and then hearing Hope actually confess to having an affair with a married man...and that was the first 15 pages! I knew this book was going to be gooooood.
Hotness Factor: 4 stars Red Siren was a little bit hotter to me because I loved the cat and mouse game of those characters but this book was steamy too. Just the nature of the subject added heat to this book. In Christian Historical Fiction, you rarely get to see a story where the woman is throwing herself at almost every man she meets. It just wasn't done in that time period but it is refreshing to see the female being the pursuer and flirt. Also, it is so hot to see how Nathaniel struggles between wanting to give in to her charms and wanting to dump her in the ocean. :)
Series Info: 4 stars This book is the second one in a three book series. I have loved all the books in the series for different reasons. In this one we have Pirate Captains, duels, being marooned on a deserted island - all the classic elements you think of when you think of books about Pirates. I don't recommend reading this book out of order. Hope and Nathaniel are mentioned in book one briefly but you really need Hope's back story that is confessed in Red Siren. You start to realize why she acts the way she does and what she believes about herself.
Overall Rating: 4 stars Hope has had some major issues in her life. She is hurting emotionally but covers it up by being shallow, spoiled and self-centered. She can only see what she wants without how it affects others or how her actions will be interpreted. As she tries to be a new creation without Christ, her past holds her back and trips her up at every turn.
Enter kind, frustrated, strong Mr. Mason. I fell in love with him the moment he gave almost all he had in the world to save her but now he's got an enchantress on his hands as he tries to see her back home safely to Charles Town. How much can one man take?
Christianity: 5 stars The Christian theme of forgiveness, grace and trust come through clearly in this book. I liked how her past was forgiven but not forgotten. The Spiritual warfare element was stronger in this book than the first. I loved how the weather patterns changed when the characters were locked in a spiritual battle or struggling with their faith.
Summary Plot: Trying to forget about a painful past, Hope Westcott plunges into Charles Towne society trying to find love and acceptance. Captain Nathaniel Mason is determined to build his shipping business and doesn t need a romantic entanglement especially with a woman like Hope. When Hope s adventure-seeking puts her freedom and her life in jeopardy, will Nathaniel turn his back or follow God s voice and sacrifice everything to save her?
After finishing "The Red Siren," I couldn't wait to read "The Blue Enchantress." The book opens with action, tension and jaw dropping moments. I was immediately caught up as I found Hope on the verge of being auctioned away as a slave. Mr. Nathaniel Mason just happening along at the exact moment and then hearing Hope actually confess to having an affair with a married man...and that was the first 15 pages! I knew this book was going to be gooooood.
Hotness Factor: 4 stars Red Siren was a little bit hotter to me because I loved the cat and mouse game of those characters but this book was steamy too. Just the nature of the subject added heat to this book. In Christian Historical Fiction, you rarely get to see a story where the woman is throwing herself at almost every man she meets. It just wasn't done in that time period but it is refreshing to see the female being the pursuer and flirt. Also, it is so hot to see how Nathaniel struggles between wanting to give in to her charms and wanting to dump her in the ocean. :)
Series Info: 4 stars This book is the second one in a three book series. I have loved all the books in the series for different reasons. In this one we have Pirate Captains, duels, being marooned on a deserted island - all the classic elements you think of when you think of books about Pirates. I don't recommend reading this book out of order. Hope and Nathaniel are mentioned in book one briefly but you really need Hope's back story that is confessed in Red Siren. You start to realize why she acts the way she does and what she believes about herself.
Overall Rating: 4 stars Hope has had some major issues in her life. She is hurting emotionally but covers it up by being shallow, spoiled and self-centered. She can only see what she wants without how it affects others or how her actions will be interpreted. As she tries to be a new creation without Christ, her past holds her back and trips her up at every turn.
Enter kind, frustrated, strong Mr. Mason. I fell in love with him the moment he gave almost all he had in the world to save her but now he's got an enchantress on his hands as he tries to see her back home safely to Charles Town. How much can one man take?
Christianity: 5 stars The Christian theme of forgiveness, grace and trust come through clearly in this book. I liked how her past was forgiven but not forgotten. The Spiritual warfare element was stronger in this book than the first. I loved how the weather patterns changed when the characters were locked in a spiritual battle or struggling with their faith.
Summary Plot: Trying to forget about a painful past, Hope Westcott plunges into Charles Towne society trying to find love and acceptance. Captain Nathaniel Mason is determined to build his shipping business and doesn t need a romantic entanglement especially with a woman like Hope. When Hope s adventure-seeking puts her freedom and her life in jeopardy, will Nathaniel turn his back or follow God s voice and sacrifice everything to save her?
January 29, 2011
Having heard so much about this author, I went into this book with high hopes. It was filled with everything it had promised – adventure, peril, shipwreck, pirates, and a large dose of romance. I was glued to the pages almost from the very beginning, as Hope stood on the auction block about to be sold into a life of slavery. Just as all seemed lost, in walked Nathaniel. What an introduction to this wonderful book!
I instantly liked Nathaniel. He was such a great guy, sacrificing so much to see that Hope came to no harm – who couldn’t like a guy like that? Personally, I had a much harder time liking Hope, and even towards the end I didn’t really grow attached to her. Maybe because of her flirtatious ways…I’m not sure. I just didn’t warm well to her. Abigail, on the other hand, was such a sweet character to get to know. She was always cheerful and had such a servant heart – even with her painful past.
The romance was pretty prominent in this story – a little more touchy/feely and sensual than I generally care for. This was the main reason I docked a star, for if I had rated this book on writing and adventure alone, it would've earned 4 stars from me. Hope was extremely flirtatious with just about any man that would give her attention. She vowed to stop, but didn’t really do a good job at keeping her word until the Lord touched her heart. Aside from being heavy, I felt that the romance was a bit forced in some places. Some scenes where they encounter each other seemed as if they were put there simply so the two characters would have a chance to touch/kiss each other. For me personally, I like a love story that is delicately, and naturally, interwoven into the plot and doesn’t dominate the story, but compliments it. The romance in The Blue Enchantress just didn’t appeal to me.
I did enjoy the story, even with all the romance. The characters adventures never stopped, and I was caught up in their wild ride, hardly able to put the book down until I had read the last page. The addition of pirates into the story was neat – though I admit that the ‘vicious pirates’ were not as vicious as I would have imagined them (lol). The ending was sweet and left me hungry for more. What a cliffhanger! If you have The Blue Enchantress in your TBR pile, I suggest you also secure a copy of the next book in the series – The Raven Saint. The adventures don't end with the close of this book. All in all, this was a fun read if you don’t mind reading a book with a heavy dose of romance.
I instantly liked Nathaniel. He was such a great guy, sacrificing so much to see that Hope came to no harm – who couldn’t like a guy like that? Personally, I had a much harder time liking Hope, and even towards the end I didn’t really grow attached to her. Maybe because of her flirtatious ways…I’m not sure. I just didn’t warm well to her. Abigail, on the other hand, was such a sweet character to get to know. She was always cheerful and had such a servant heart – even with her painful past.
The romance was pretty prominent in this story – a little more touchy/feely and sensual than I generally care for. This was the main reason I docked a star, for if I had rated this book on writing and adventure alone, it would've earned 4 stars from me. Hope was extremely flirtatious with just about any man that would give her attention. She vowed to stop, but didn’t really do a good job at keeping her word until the Lord touched her heart. Aside from being heavy, I felt that the romance was a bit forced in some places. Some scenes where they encounter each other seemed as if they were put there simply so the two characters would have a chance to touch/kiss each other. For me personally, I like a love story that is delicately, and naturally, interwoven into the plot and doesn’t dominate the story, but compliments it. The romance in The Blue Enchantress just didn’t appeal to me.
I did enjoy the story, even with all the romance. The characters adventures never stopped, and I was caught up in their wild ride, hardly able to put the book down until I had read the last page. The addition of pirates into the story was neat – though I admit that the ‘vicious pirates’ were not as vicious as I would have imagined them (lol). The ending was sweet and left me hungry for more. What a cliffhanger! If you have The Blue Enchantress in your TBR pile, I suggest you also secure a copy of the next book in the series – The Raven Saint. The adventures don't end with the close of this book. All in all, this was a fun read if you don’t mind reading a book with a heavy dose of romance.
September 4, 2010
A Frank Review of M.L. Tyndall's The Blue Enchantress
BEWARE! The author, ML Tyndall, sports this bumper sticker: My Other Car is a Pirate Ship.
MaryLu Tyndall maybe missed her true calling as a cruise ship captain because her fifth novel, just like her first four, takes her readers there. The Blue Enchantress is Book Two of the Charles Towne Belles series (Barbour, 2009) and follows Hope Westcott, the second of three sisters living in early 18th Century Charles Towne.
Hope’s big problem is her beauty, and she knows how to use what her momma gave her. But The Blue Enchantress opens with Hope's manipulations having landed her in a bit of trouble—she is on the auction block at a Caribbean port’s slave market.
Nathaniel Mason, an acquaintance Hope spurned in Charles Towne, strolls into the market while looking to buy cargo for his merchant vessel. The kindhearted man enters into a bidding war and gets more than he Hopes for.
With brilliant characterization, we learn by page twenty-three how Hope's beauty is skin deep yet ugly to the bone. She’s repulsively dead set in her ways and the reader wonders if a life of indentured servitude wouldn’t have suited Hope Westcott justly. Then, like peeling back an onion, the reader learns how her flaws came honestly, and extend from a motherless childhood. Just like real life, judging too harshly can get the reader in a pickle.
From the Chapter One human trafficking market to the end, one can see and smell the Caribbean. A mastery of era expressions, like “Oh, fodders,” “Sink me,” and “Shallow as a basin,” adds subtle flavor and realism. Action is augmented with taut intrapersonal conflict in The Blue Enchantress.
If you have not yet read any of Tyndall’s pirate-romances and you are a fiction fan, put her on your list. This woman is fun and she is very, very, good.
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 320
Vendor: Barbour Publishing
Publication Date: 2009
ISBN-13: 9781602601574
Series: Charles Towne Belles
MaryLu's website: www.mltyndall.com
BEWARE! The author, ML Tyndall, sports this bumper sticker: My Other Car is a Pirate Ship.
MaryLu Tyndall maybe missed her true calling as a cruise ship captain because her fifth novel, just like her first four, takes her readers there. The Blue Enchantress is Book Two of the Charles Towne Belles series (Barbour, 2009) and follows Hope Westcott, the second of three sisters living in early 18th Century Charles Towne.
Hope’s big problem is her beauty, and she knows how to use what her momma gave her. But The Blue Enchantress opens with Hope's manipulations having landed her in a bit of trouble—she is on the auction block at a Caribbean port’s slave market.
Nathaniel Mason, an acquaintance Hope spurned in Charles Towne, strolls into the market while looking to buy cargo for his merchant vessel. The kindhearted man enters into a bidding war and gets more than he Hopes for.
With brilliant characterization, we learn by page twenty-three how Hope's beauty is skin deep yet ugly to the bone. She’s repulsively dead set in her ways and the reader wonders if a life of indentured servitude wouldn’t have suited Hope Westcott justly. Then, like peeling back an onion, the reader learns how her flaws came honestly, and extend from a motherless childhood. Just like real life, judging too harshly can get the reader in a pickle.
From the Chapter One human trafficking market to the end, one can see and smell the Caribbean. A mastery of era expressions, like “Oh, fodders,” “Sink me,” and “Shallow as a basin,” adds subtle flavor and realism. Action is augmented with taut intrapersonal conflict in The Blue Enchantress.
If you have not yet read any of Tyndall’s pirate-romances and you are a fiction fan, put her on your list. This woman is fun and she is very, very, good.
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 320
Vendor: Barbour Publishing
Publication Date: 2009
ISBN-13: 9781602601574
Series: Charles Towne Belles
MaryLu's website: www.mltyndall.com
August 22, 2009
Hope Westcott lives the life of the privileged whereas Nathaniel Mason is a hard working commoner. Hope can be seen about Charles Towne on the arm of Lord Falkland. She has seen Nathaniel around but would never consider giving him the time of day. With the promise of marriage from Lord Falkland when he returns from his voyage, Hope sneaks aboard his ship to surprise him sure the reason he did not want her to accompany him on his voyage was so she would not have to endure the hardships of the voyage. When she surprises him she finds there were other reasons he did not want her along. She is cast into a hold of the ship until reaching port where she is promptly put on the auction block like a common slave. There seems to be no one in this far away land that can rescue her. Nathaniel Mason can’t believe his eyes. The woman he has admired from afar is to auctioned off. He plays the part of hero and purchases her with everything he has, only to find out she got herself into this predicament through her own selfish means. Both of them are running away from what they know is right. This is the story of how they find each other and God’s plan for them. This was a wonderful book. I love the time period it was set in. I don’t usually read romance because so much of it is the “in your face” kind of romance. This loves story developed over time. You were taken on the journey of growing love at a leisurely pace. I will definitely read more by this author. This was my first encounter with M.L. Tyndall’s work, but it won’t be my last.
August 30, 2009
Blue Enchantress by M.L. Tyndall features humor, romance, and adventure on the high seas all tied together with a beautiful story of redemption.
By far my favorite aspect of the book was the exquisitely flawed heroine, Hope Westcott. She pulled me in from the very first page. Never before do I recall meeting such a sin-ridden and self-destructive main character in a Christian novel. Tyndall does an amazing job of weaving her complex and broken personality, providing the insight and motivation to make you fall in love with her and cheer her along.
Hope Westcott is one of the most memorable and inspirational characters I’ve ever encountered. She is real and vulnerable and longs for love and attention from the wrong sources just like so many young women I have met. Partnered with godly and handsome but wounded hero, Nathaniel Mason, there's never a dull moment between these two.
All this takes place on the beautiful seas of the Caribbean. The story opens with Hope being sold at a slave auction to the highest bidder. Nathaniel is forced to part with half his fortune to rescue the wayward heroine who has only ever shunned him. Next comes a hurricane, a shipwreck, a deserted island, pirates, and plenty of other action packed surprises. Add in a good dash of humor, and an ample serving of romance, and this book is sure to please.
Tyndall is able to create a light and enjoyable read while taking a deep look into the human condition. Incredible! The spiritual content of this book is powerful and compelling, and will leave you feeling truly inspired.
Dina Sleiman
By far my favorite aspect of the book was the exquisitely flawed heroine, Hope Westcott. She pulled me in from the very first page. Never before do I recall meeting such a sin-ridden and self-destructive main character in a Christian novel. Tyndall does an amazing job of weaving her complex and broken personality, providing the insight and motivation to make you fall in love with her and cheer her along.
Hope Westcott is one of the most memorable and inspirational characters I’ve ever encountered. She is real and vulnerable and longs for love and attention from the wrong sources just like so many young women I have met. Partnered with godly and handsome but wounded hero, Nathaniel Mason, there's never a dull moment between these two.
All this takes place on the beautiful seas of the Caribbean. The story opens with Hope being sold at a slave auction to the highest bidder. Nathaniel is forced to part with half his fortune to rescue the wayward heroine who has only ever shunned him. Next comes a hurricane, a shipwreck, a deserted island, pirates, and plenty of other action packed surprises. Add in a good dash of humor, and an ample serving of romance, and this book is sure to please.
Tyndall is able to create a light and enjoyable read while taking a deep look into the human condition. Incredible! The spiritual content of this book is powerful and compelling, and will leave you feeling truly inspired.
Dina Sleiman
September 2, 2009
Oh. My. Goodness. I loved it! M.L. Tyndall has an amazing way of writing. She can write a suspenseful scene like no one else. Here is an example: “The maelstrom outside the tiny glass oval writhed in an undulating vision of raging black clouds one second and a hissing caldron of white-capped water the next.” I even became shaky during the hurricane! Tyndall draws you in, so that you are on the edge of your seat. She will make you laugh, cry, and never want to put the book down. Hope Westcott is a character that I think every woman can relate to. Broken by life, only valuing her outward appearance, she searches for love in all the wrong places. Tyndall has a way of putting you in the character’s shoes, and she makes the story come alive in a way that most authors never achieve. There was only one thing that I didn’t like and that is on the back cover. It says, “…God’s call on his life to become an impoverished pastor.” That is not true. God doesn’t want us to be impoverished. In the Bible it says that God wants us to be healthy and prosperous. However, in the book it is not said that he is called to be an impoverished pastor. It only says that he is poor now, and he will start out being a poor pastor, not that he must be, or is called to be, poor. I think this was a simple mistake in the writing of the back cover, as it is not portrayed that way in the book. I definite to-read!
August 18, 2009
This book grabbed me from the second I started reading it. Tyndall does an absolutely amazing job at making you really care about what happens to the characters. Hope Westcott is a spoiled young woman, but deep down all she really wants is to be loved. She is abandoned by the man she loves and left to be sold as a slave.
Nathaniel Mason is a dashing sea captain. He is handsome and God-fearing and rescues Hope from a fate worse than death. However, he has had enough of women like Hope. Women set on destroying themselves.
What ensues is an enchanting story of two people with very different views on life. Will Nathaniel continue to follow God's call upon his life? Will Hope find what she is truly needing and looking for? Will they both find the love they desire?
Find out for yourself. You won't be disappointed!
Nathaniel Mason is a dashing sea captain. He is handsome and God-fearing and rescues Hope from a fate worse than death. However, he has had enough of women like Hope. Women set on destroying themselves.
What ensues is an enchanting story of two people with very different views on life. Will Nathaniel continue to follow God's call upon his life? Will Hope find what she is truly needing and looking for? Will they both find the love they desire?
Find out for yourself. You won't be disappointed!
January 3, 2012
I am so glad I stuck with this series, (Charles Towne Belles). I didn't care for the first book so much but I really liked this one. I understood and identified with the main female character more. In The Red Siren, Hope was a supporting character but The Blue Enchantress was all about her story and her battle with being misunderstood by everyone around her. Her love interest is Nathaniel Mason, a hard-working ship builder who has always held a flame to the illusive Hope. In fact, he named his first ship after her. Even as she turned her nose on him. Hope makes a series of bad choices causing Nathaniel to come to her rescue, over. And over. And over again. Nathaniel shows Hope that his faith in God is strong and she too can ask for forgiveness for her past and He will always accept her once she lets Him in.
November 24, 2011
'The Blue Enchantress' is a very strong Christian adventure romance set in 1718.
The book is packed full of adventure from start to finish running alongside the Christian message. The story is set on the high-seas and includes a hurricane, deserted island and pirates. God is featured strongly throughout the book, with people including one of the main characters finding redemption.
It is the second book in the series, but although I hadn't read the first one I didn't find it a problem. It does tell you how the first book ended though, so if that would spoil it for you I recommend reading them in order.
M.L. Tyndall describes the characters and setting so strongly you can almost imagine you are there, she really brings the story to life.
The book is packed full of adventure from start to finish running alongside the Christian message. The story is set on the high-seas and includes a hurricane, deserted island and pirates. God is featured strongly throughout the book, with people including one of the main characters finding redemption.
It is the second book in the series, but although I hadn't read the first one I didn't find it a problem. It does tell you how the first book ended though, so if that would spoil it for you I recommend reading them in order.
M.L. Tyndall describes the characters and setting so strongly you can almost imagine you are there, she really brings the story to life.
October 7, 2015
This second book in the 'Charles Towne Belles' series definitely did not disappoint! Tyndall has a way of writing that brings you right into the time frame, right into the action! I loved reading about Hope's quest to become 'a real lady', and Nathaniel's firm insistence that she'll never change. To be honest, I thought Nathaniel changed more over the course of the novel than did Hope!
And, I fell in love with Abigail! What a sweet, gentle, Godly woman! I REALLY hope that I'll find that M.L. Tyndall has written her story!
And, I fell in love with Abigail! What a sweet, gentle, Godly woman! I REALLY hope that I'll find that M.L. Tyndall has written her story!
August 20, 2009
I am Christian, but the idea of Christian fiction has me thinking some cheesey preachy book that someone who enjoys mainstream genres wouldn't enjoy. Luckily, I was forced into trying it with this novels when I got it in the giveaway.
It's a great story about love, adventure, and spirituality. It isn't heavy handed and Christian or not, you'll love the characters.
It's a great story about love, adventure, and spirituality. It isn't heavy handed and Christian or not, you'll love the characters.
August 11, 2021
Better than the first book due to character consistency. And you really couldn’t fit any more plot points & action in here. It may lean a bit towards being over-dramatic, but you definitely won’t be bored! Fun summer read.
October 22, 2020
First I would say that I felt a bit lost and unconnected because I had not read the first book in this series. I’m sure there was a lot of background information about Hope and her sister Faith and their family. So I would strongly suggest that you read the first book, first. It was a good story but without the information about Hope’s previous life, it didn’t flow for me. I know Christian romances are filled with heartache and drama much more than secular romances. This one had that in spades. I loved the Gospel and the way it was presented in this book. I feel that someone who doesn’t know Christ as their personal Savior could be saved through this book. I’m not sure I would read another one of these books. I read historical romances to escape and be entertained. So the events in this book brought many tears to my eyes. I would reiterate that if I read the first book in the series “The Red Siren” I May have written a totally different review. I gave it 4 stars because I love the way the author wove such a clear Gospel message with redemption as her theme. I really wish I would have read the first book before reading this. I do not feel this is a stand alone book.
May 20, 2017
Hope got involved with a married man Lord Falkland, and her life become horrible af ter that. He claimed he know nothing about her and she ended up on an aucion block to be sold.
Just by chance Captain Nathaniel Mason, saw this happening. He had met her before in Charles Towne, and didn't know what was going on But knew couldn't be sold as a slave. Took his money and a ship to purchase her, but planned to take her back to her family.
My gracious the book really gets interesting then. Ship is messed up in a hurricane and they along with some others have to abandon and end up on a small island.
Keeps the reader wanting to continue. Will Hope ever see her family again in Charles Towne?
Got my copy at a book sale at the Library and it's book 2 of a series, so really hope they have the first one. Would recommend to others.
Just by chance Captain Nathaniel Mason, saw this happening. He had met her before in Charles Towne, and didn't know what was going on But knew couldn't be sold as a slave. Took his money and a ship to purchase her, but planned to take her back to her family.
My gracious the book really gets interesting then. Ship is messed up in a hurricane and they along with some others have to abandon and end up on a small island.
Keeps the reader wanting to continue. Will Hope ever see her family again in Charles Towne?
Got my copy at a book sale at the Library and it's book 2 of a series, so really hope they have the first one. Would recommend to others.
June 5, 2024
4.5/5
I went into Hope's story with low expectations because Faith's book just didn't work for me. Wow, was I wrong. Hope's book was everything I wanted it to be and more. It's exactly what I looked for originally in Faith's book. This book had adventure, romance, sweetness, and a dash of spirituality. I adored every second! While I had a hard time liking and connecting with Hope, I adored Nathanial!! He fought so hard for her and showed over and over again that he'd do anything for her. I'm glad that she grew some, less than I would have liked, and fell for Nathaniel and became everything he deserved. I also loved the side characters, especially Abigail. She was so sweet and getting to know her was a pleasure. I enjoyed how this story was structured and that it combined both romance and adventure without overdoing either points.
I went into Hope's story with low expectations because Faith's book just didn't work for me. Wow, was I wrong. Hope's book was everything I wanted it to be and more. It's exactly what I looked for originally in Faith's book. This book had adventure, romance, sweetness, and a dash of spirituality. I adored every second! While I had a hard time liking and connecting with Hope, I adored Nathanial!! He fought so hard for her and showed over and over again that he'd do anything for her. I'm glad that she grew some, less than I would have liked, and fell for Nathaniel and became everything he deserved. I also loved the side characters, especially Abigail. She was so sweet and getting to know her was a pleasure. I enjoyed how this story was structured and that it combined both romance and adventure without overdoing either points.
January 30, 2019
MaryLu Tyndall is the queen of high seas romance!
This is Hope Wescott's story, and Tyndall takes the flirty sister and tells her tale.
I love it when an author can make you feel for a character that is nothing like you. That is how this book spoke to me. Everyone has a reason they act the way they do, and this is a great story to show us how easy it is to jump to judgement.
Filled with that non-stop action pace that is so classic with this author, this book is for anyone who wants to be swept into a high seas romance/adventure without having to leave the house!
I have read it for the second time now, and I love it more than the first time!
This is Hope Wescott's story, and Tyndall takes the flirty sister and tells her tale.
I love it when an author can make you feel for a character that is nothing like you. That is how this book spoke to me. Everyone has a reason they act the way they do, and this is a great story to show us how easy it is to jump to judgement.
Filled with that non-stop action pace that is so classic with this author, this book is for anyone who wants to be swept into a high seas romance/adventure without having to leave the house!
I have read it for the second time now, and I love it more than the first time!
December 8, 2019
An interesting romance on the high seas! I wasn't a total fan of Hope's throughout the first book or halfway through this one (she was pretty whiny and self-centered), but her character made a lovely turnaround. Hers is now my favorite of the Charles Towne Belles Trilogy.
Plus, loved the unique, Gilligan's Island aspect!
Plus, loved the unique, Gilligan's Island aspect!
August 9, 2025
Kudos to a talented writer
A beyond skilled writer. Ms Tyndall is also, apparently a class of her own in research and knowledge. Adventure, drama, tenderness, love but most importantly, infused with the words and love of God…without bashing other religions. I only wish she’d use the word “saffron” less. Thank you for a good read.
A beyond skilled writer. Ms Tyndall is also, apparently a class of her own in research and knowledge. Adventure, drama, tenderness, love but most importantly, infused with the words and love of God…without bashing other religions. I only wish she’d use the word “saffron” less. Thank you for a good read.
September 26, 2014
REVIEW FOR ALL 3 BOOKS IN Charles Towne Belles Series
M.L. Tyndall
THE RED SIREN book#1 Charles Towne Belles Series
M.L. Tyndall
•°o•:*¨¨*:•. AVAST YE LANDLUBBERS, FAITH FILLED ADVENTURES AWAIT.•:*¨¨*:• o°•
I loved this entire series and read all 3 over a 6 day period in honor of Natl. Talk Like a Pirate Day (-smile). There are exciting adventures upon the high seas in the early 1700s, miraculous deeds, as well as evil presence (things many Christian authors do not bother to address).
Some of the exciting characters:
Dajon (hard name I disliked – I chose to say Dayon in my head), soft spoken, good morals, seeking to climb the ladders of success in the British Navy. Unexpectedly assigned to watch over 3 grown sisters, while their admiral father is called away on a 6-month assignment.
Bickering Sisters: Faith Wescott, headstrong character, no belief in God, secretly a pirate!
Hope Wescott, appears frivolous, stupid, self-centered, no faith in God.
and Grace Wescott, self-governed by biblical rules, not by grace – wears hair in a tight pulled-back bun.
Red parrot belonging to Faith, fun character
Admiral Wescott, is an arrogant ass who cares little about his daughter’s desires and what is truly best for them.
Molly – the negro cook who is genuinely concerned and faith-filled.
Lucas – mulato 1st mate to Faith, and the family groomsman, who secretly has a crush on Molly
Sir Welhelm – Faith’s recently disgusting betrothed, unless she can outwit her father
Lots of fun to read!
I give it 5 out of 5 stars and would recommend it to others.
Included at the end of the book: n/a
This copy was given to me by a friend and I am offering my honest opinions for no compensation.
©2008 Barbour Publishing
368 Pages
Read 9/20&21/2014
Reviewed 9/26/2014
THE BLUE ENCHANTRESS book#2 Charles Towne Belles Series
M.L. Tyndall
•°o•:*¨¨*:•. YO HO, YO HO A PIRATE’S LIFE FOR ME.•:*¨¨*:• o°•
I loved this entire series and read all 3 over a 6 day period in honor of Natl. Talk Like a Pirate Day (-smile). There are exciting adventures upon the high seas in the early 1700s, miraculous deeds, as well as evil presence (things many Christian authors do not bother to address).
Hope Wescott is a spoiled child of a young woman. She has been having an affair with Lord Faulkland, a disgusting pompous user of women. When he tells her he is leaving on a ship, she decides it best to stowaway and “surprise” him. He sells her out to the captain, who then has her sold at auction!
Coming to her rescue is Nathan Mason, who has handmade 2 ships of his own, is an orphan adopted by a local preacher, and a true man of God.
During their time on a ship, there is an intense hurricane that leads them to be marooned on an island. Many adventures and damsel in distress moments ensue.
Abigail, a young, faith filled daughter of murdered missionaries is also marooned on the island, along with a handful of other characters (some not-so-nice).
Captain Poole, discovers them on the island. He is a pirate with an unusual sense of duty toward God and certain women, such as wives.
I was so happy Hope grew out of most of her childish ways, and came to Christ along with others maturing in Him.
I give it 5 out of 5 stars and would recommend it to others.
Included at the end of the book: n/a
This copy was given to me by a friend and I am offering my honest opinions for no compensation.
©2009 Barbour Publishing
317 Pages
Read 9/21&22/2014
Reviewed 9/26/2014
THE RAVEN SAINT book#3 Charles Towne Belles Series
M.L. Tyndall
•°o•:*¨¨*:•. HIGH SEAS ADVENTURE.•:*¨¨*:• o°•
I loved this entire series and read all 3 over a 6 day period in honor of Natl. Talk Like a Pirate Day (-smile). There are exciting adventures upon the high seas in the early 1700s, miraculous deeds, as well as evil presence (things many Christian authors do not bother to address).
French Captain Rafe Dubois has been offered 500 pounds to help with the Spanish get revenge against British Navy Admiral Wescott. All he has to do is kidnap the Admiral’s daughter, Grace Wescott.
Grace Wescott is very judgmental, and is constantly second guessing God, trying to figure out why she has been either abandoned by God or chosen by Him for this task to possibly help someone. She has a long road ahead, but in the end, God has used her and has never left or forsaken her.
Assisting aboard ship is Father Alers, who has walked away from his faith after being convinced men are to evil and only pretend Christianity. Although a rough and burly man, he is definitely genteel and kind.
Spyglass the cat, is a favorite character, who seems to be used by God whenever she is most needed.
Many characters are not what they seem, and it will take a lot for both Grace and Rafe to discover their true motives – be it good or bad.
I give it 5 out of 5 stars and would recommend it to others.
Included at the end of the book: PHOTO OF SPYGLASS THE CAT
This copy was given to me by a friend and I am offering my honest opinions for no compensation.
©2009 Barbour Publishing
318 Pages
Read 9/23&25/2014
Reviewed 9/26/2014
M.L. Tyndall
THE RED SIREN book#1 Charles Towne Belles Series
M.L. Tyndall
•°o•:*¨¨*:•. AVAST YE LANDLUBBERS, FAITH FILLED ADVENTURES AWAIT.•:*¨¨*:• o°•
I loved this entire series and read all 3 over a 6 day period in honor of Natl. Talk Like a Pirate Day (-smile). There are exciting adventures upon the high seas in the early 1700s, miraculous deeds, as well as evil presence (things many Christian authors do not bother to address).
Some of the exciting characters:
Dajon (hard name I disliked – I chose to say Dayon in my head), soft spoken, good morals, seeking to climb the ladders of success in the British Navy. Unexpectedly assigned to watch over 3 grown sisters, while their admiral father is called away on a 6-month assignment.
Bickering Sisters: Faith Wescott, headstrong character, no belief in God, secretly a pirate!
Hope Wescott, appears frivolous, stupid, self-centered, no faith in God.
and Grace Wescott, self-governed by biblical rules, not by grace – wears hair in a tight pulled-back bun.
Red parrot belonging to Faith, fun character
Admiral Wescott, is an arrogant ass who cares little about his daughter’s desires and what is truly best for them.
Molly – the negro cook who is genuinely concerned and faith-filled.
Lucas – mulato 1st mate to Faith, and the family groomsman, who secretly has a crush on Molly
Sir Welhelm – Faith’s recently disgusting betrothed, unless she can outwit her father
Lots of fun to read!
I give it 5 out of 5 stars and would recommend it to others.
Included at the end of the book: n/a
This copy was given to me by a friend and I am offering my honest opinions for no compensation.
©2008 Barbour Publishing
368 Pages
Read 9/20&21/2014
Reviewed 9/26/2014
THE BLUE ENCHANTRESS book#2 Charles Towne Belles Series
M.L. Tyndall
•°o•:*¨¨*:•. YO HO, YO HO A PIRATE’S LIFE FOR ME.•:*¨¨*:• o°•
I loved this entire series and read all 3 over a 6 day period in honor of Natl. Talk Like a Pirate Day (-smile). There are exciting adventures upon the high seas in the early 1700s, miraculous deeds, as well as evil presence (things many Christian authors do not bother to address).
Hope Wescott is a spoiled child of a young woman. She has been having an affair with Lord Faulkland, a disgusting pompous user of women. When he tells her he is leaving on a ship, she decides it best to stowaway and “surprise” him. He sells her out to the captain, who then has her sold at auction!
Coming to her rescue is Nathan Mason, who has handmade 2 ships of his own, is an orphan adopted by a local preacher, and a true man of God.
During their time on a ship, there is an intense hurricane that leads them to be marooned on an island. Many adventures and damsel in distress moments ensue.
Abigail, a young, faith filled daughter of murdered missionaries is also marooned on the island, along with a handful of other characters (some not-so-nice).
Captain Poole, discovers them on the island. He is a pirate with an unusual sense of duty toward God and certain women, such as wives.
I was so happy Hope grew out of most of her childish ways, and came to Christ along with others maturing in Him.
I give it 5 out of 5 stars and would recommend it to others.
Included at the end of the book: n/a
This copy was given to me by a friend and I am offering my honest opinions for no compensation.
©2009 Barbour Publishing
317 Pages
Read 9/21&22/2014
Reviewed 9/26/2014
THE RAVEN SAINT book#3 Charles Towne Belles Series
M.L. Tyndall
•°o•:*¨¨*:•. HIGH SEAS ADVENTURE.•:*¨¨*:• o°•
I loved this entire series and read all 3 over a 6 day period in honor of Natl. Talk Like a Pirate Day (-smile). There are exciting adventures upon the high seas in the early 1700s, miraculous deeds, as well as evil presence (things many Christian authors do not bother to address).
French Captain Rafe Dubois has been offered 500 pounds to help with the Spanish get revenge against British Navy Admiral Wescott. All he has to do is kidnap the Admiral’s daughter, Grace Wescott.
Grace Wescott is very judgmental, and is constantly second guessing God, trying to figure out why she has been either abandoned by God or chosen by Him for this task to possibly help someone. She has a long road ahead, but in the end, God has used her and has never left or forsaken her.
Assisting aboard ship is Father Alers, who has walked away from his faith after being convinced men are to evil and only pretend Christianity. Although a rough and burly man, he is definitely genteel and kind.
Spyglass the cat, is a favorite character, who seems to be used by God whenever she is most needed.
Many characters are not what they seem, and it will take a lot for both Grace and Rafe to discover their true motives – be it good or bad.
I give it 5 out of 5 stars and would recommend it to others.
Included at the end of the book: PHOTO OF SPYGLASS THE CAT
This copy was given to me by a friend and I am offering my honest opinions for no compensation.
©2009 Barbour Publishing
318 Pages
Read 9/23&25/2014
Reviewed 9/26/2014
July 25, 2017
Hope continues to bring trouble upon herself and those around her. Until she lets go of her old life, she has no hope of change and peace. Every turbulent, choppy wave deposits Hope in a new dilemma. Will she allow Nathaniel or God to push her in the right direction?
February 24, 2022
Overall, very good. I would have rated it 5 stars, I was riveted through about 80% of the book and then it was just too much, way too heavy on the preaching- and don’t get be wrong- I’m Jesus people. But really, multiple sentences preaching during a duel? I don’t think so.
September 30, 2017
A lot of action and suspense in this one! Definitely a page turner. But a little too much sensuality for me, not so much in their actions but more in the line of their thoughts.
March 22, 2020
Surprising good read. Loved the redeeming of Hope.
May 8, 2020
I really enjoyed this book. Especially with all the action on the ships and everything. I would definitely recommend this book.
May 26, 2021
Another fun adventure
Turns I didn’t expect, a lot of mistrust, but frustratingly true to relationships... another great story! Looking forward to the next one!
Turns I didn’t expect, a lot of mistrust, but frustratingly true to relationships... another great story! Looking forward to the next one!
January 8, 2024
Silly, unrealistic, predictable, but fun to read.
March 21, 2017
Awesome
Mary lu tyndall has done it again another awesome book which touches your heart and inspires you as you read.
Mary lu tyndall has done it again another awesome book which touches your heart and inspires you as you read.
March 19, 2017
Another Wonderful Story!!!
I really wish they would make these books into movies. I find Miss Marylu the best Christian story teller I have read. I'm anxiously ready to start type he next one!
I really wish they would make these books into movies. I find Miss Marylu the best Christian story teller I have read. I'm anxiously ready to start type he next one!
January 13, 2010
I had the privilege of interviewing M. L. Tyndall, on our radio show "Kingdom Highlights", for her new book, "The Blue Enchantress", the second book in her series, "Charles Towne Belles published by Barbour. If you haven't read the first book you have missed a great treat. Ms. Tyndall knows how to craft a great story filled with action, suspense and wonderful romance. Don't start this book late at night because it will be very difficult to put it down or stop thinking about it.
At the end of book one we learned that the second sister, Hope, had stowed away on her married lovers ship in order to be with him. At the beginning of this book Hope is standing at a slave auction about to be sold to the highest bidder; her married lover claimed to have no knowledge of who she was when she was captured as a stowaway.
Nathaniel Mason, a merchant and shipbuilder, sees Hope on the auction block and goes to bid for her to set her free and return her home but the bidding goes to high and, in an effort to prevent her from falling into the hands of a man without honor, he sells his merchant ship to pay for her. Then to get them both home Mr. Mason signs on as a navigator on another merchant ship where the captain is not quite sane.
There is a hurricane, a shipwreck, jungle survival, near death experiences and pirates. And in all of this Ms. Tyndall finds time to develop the romance between Mr. Mason and Hope
As in the first book this is more than a story about pirates this is a story about "Hope", not the person the action as in Faith, Hope and Charity. The books are following the parable of the sower and the seed and the ground that the seed fell upon. In this book it is the ground of thorns. Despite all that Hope (the person) has had to endure can God win her over to His side and heal her of her pain?
This is also a story of spiritual warfare and how a believer can change the atmosphere of a room or a situation just by his/her being there. i recommend this book highly and am greatly looking forward to book three in the series.
If you missed the interview for "The Blue Enchantress" and would like to listen to it and/or would like to hear the previous interview where we discussed the first book please go to www.kingdomhighlights.org where they are available On Demand.
To listen to 24 Christian music please visit our internet radio station www.kingdomairwaves.org
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Barbour Publishers. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
At the end of book one we learned that the second sister, Hope, had stowed away on her married lovers ship in order to be with him. At the beginning of this book Hope is standing at a slave auction about to be sold to the highest bidder; her married lover claimed to have no knowledge of who she was when she was captured as a stowaway.
Nathaniel Mason, a merchant and shipbuilder, sees Hope on the auction block and goes to bid for her to set her free and return her home but the bidding goes to high and, in an effort to prevent her from falling into the hands of a man without honor, he sells his merchant ship to pay for her. Then to get them both home Mr. Mason signs on as a navigator on another merchant ship where the captain is not quite sane.
There is a hurricane, a shipwreck, jungle survival, near death experiences and pirates. And in all of this Ms. Tyndall finds time to develop the romance between Mr. Mason and Hope
As in the first book this is more than a story about pirates this is a story about "Hope", not the person the action as in Faith, Hope and Charity. The books are following the parable of the sower and the seed and the ground that the seed fell upon. In this book it is the ground of thorns. Despite all that Hope (the person) has had to endure can God win her over to His side and heal her of her pain?
This is also a story of spiritual warfare and how a believer can change the atmosphere of a room or a situation just by his/her being there. i recommend this book highly and am greatly looking forward to book three in the series.
If you missed the interview for "The Blue Enchantress" and would like to listen to it and/or would like to hear the previous interview where we discussed the first book please go to www.kingdomhighlights.org where they are available On Demand.
To listen to 24 Christian music please visit our internet radio station www.kingdomairwaves.org
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Barbour Publishers. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
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