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The Ransome Trilogy #2
Ransome's Crossing
Set in the early 1800s, this captivating, romantic second book of the Ransome Trilogy from author Kaye Dacus unfolds with the grace, power, and excitement of an ocean storm. Charlotte Ransome, desperate to reach Jamaica to see her secret fiance, disguises herself as a midshipman for a convoy led by her brother, Captain William Ransome. Meanwhile, William and his new bride, Julia, face the rough swells of the sea and of marriage as they try to adjust to life together. When yellow fever befalls Charlotte and her identity is discovered, she begs first officer, Ned Cochran, and Julia to keep her presence and illness from her brother. But could this secret create insurmountable waves between Julia and William? And will Ned's tender care of Charlotte change the tide of her affections forever? This smart, engaging tale is about holding on to faith during the journey to love and be loved.
332 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2010
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Kaye Dacus
19 books225 followersKaye Dacus is a professional editor, author, and educator who has been writing fiction for more nearly forty years. Pursuing her passion for writing, she earned a Master of Arts in Writing Popular Fiction from Seton Hill University. Kaye lives in Middle Tennessee, where she is a training documentation specialist in the IT industry and volunteers teaching writing in the community. She writes contemporary and historical romances; and while her contemporary romances are out of print, her historicals are available at most major retailers. To learn more about Kaye and her books, visit her website at kayedacus.com.
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June 25, 2010
WOW. After the first few chapters where the author sets up the characters and the upcoming tension, this book REALLY takes off. Of course, I love it, in part, because it's a tale set upon the sea. Kaye Dacus has really done her homework. I felt as though I was on that British flag ship. She has all the terms and activities and language of a 19th century British war ship down pat! If you like nautical fiction with a splash of romance, you'll love this book! Who wouldn't love a story about a young girl who dresses like a guy and accepts a position as a midshipmen aboard a British man of war? Hey, and did I mention she's in love with the man who becomes captain? Yea. How's that for a setup?
May 25, 2018
Excellent!
The book was excellent, but cliffhangers are a pet peeve of mine. I highly recommend it otherwise though and this is labeled a trilogy, not just a series. Life on the ships was made interesting even when I didn’t always understand the terminology. It was obvious a lot of research was done to write the series. Charles Lott’s character was made to be believable even if it shouldn’t have been. Charlotte and Ned seemed made for each other though she’s engaged to someone else. Seeing Julia and William begin married life was like rooting for two old friends to work through their differences. Now on to the last book to see how these people deal with the latest trials.
The book was excellent, but cliffhangers are a pet peeve of mine. I highly recommend it otherwise though and this is labeled a trilogy, not just a series. Life on the ships was made interesting even when I didn’t always understand the terminology. It was obvious a lot of research was done to write the series. Charles Lott’s character was made to be believable even if it shouldn’t have been. Charlotte and Ned seemed made for each other though she’s engaged to someone else. Seeing Julia and William begin married life was like rooting for two old friends to work through their differences. Now on to the last book to see how these people deal with the latest trials.
July 22, 2011
Stayed up into the wee hours last night finish this book. Ending in a cliffhanger, I would've instantly picked up Ransome's Quest if it hadn't been late (or early!)
Wow! Even better than the first, Ransome's Crossing delivers surprising twists and turns all along the way. I loved how William and Julia's story continues on in this one. WONDERFUL mix of all their stories. :-)
Wow! Even better than the first, Ransome's Crossing delivers surprising twists and turns all along the way. I loved how William and Julia's story continues on in this one. WONDERFUL mix of all their stories. :-)
December 4, 2016
I'm not the biggest fan of early 1800s England books but I'm really enjoying Kaye Dacus' The Ransome Trilogy. I particularly liked all the Julia and William scenes in this book- I think they're now one of my (many) favourite book couples! The book ended at such a cliffhanger though so I must read book 3 soon! 4.5 stars.
January 16, 2012
I really enjoyed the story. There was so much detail about the life onboard the old Clipper ships that it kept my interest. I was enjoying it until I reached the end. Just when it was getting really good...she ended it with a cliff-hanger! Oh I wish I had the third in this trilogy already!
October 5, 2011
Loved this book!! Charles Lott is the newest sailor on a Royal Navy ship but she also goes by Charlotte Ransome and is a stow away in disquise. What a fun read!!
January 24, 2023
This was the 2nd book in the trilogy, and unfortunately I hadn't read the first book. Because of that, I was a little annoyed at how much of the book was taken up with the continuing story of the main characters from the first book (roughly 40%, by my estimation).
I thought the author did a good job portraying Charlotte's struggles on board the ship and not making it seem like it would be easy for a girl to live life at sea.
There wasn't much interaction between Charlotte and Ned - apparently they met in the first book and he was already in love with her then. They didn't see each other much in this book.
I thought the author did a good job portraying Charlotte's struggles on board the ship and not making it seem like it would be easy for a girl to live life at sea.
There wasn't much interaction between Charlotte and Ned - apparently they met in the first book and he was already in love with her then. They didn't see each other much in this book.
July 12, 2010
Charlotte Ransome, William’s younger sister, is desperate to get to Jamaica to marry her secret fiancé—a man her family does not approve of. She disguises herself as a midshipman and gains a position on a ship in her brother’s convoy. Problems ensue, though, when Charlotte butts heads with another midshipman and her secret is threatened to be revealed. When Ned Cochran, a lieutenant under William Ransome’s command, unwillingly takes over command of the ship, he discovers Charlotte’s secret. Keeping the secret from William, Ned and Charlotte’s feelings toward each other grow, making Charlotte begin to question her feelings for a fiancé she hasn’t seen in a couple years.
I fell in love with Charlotte. Julia, William and Ned are wonderful characters, don’t get me wrong, but Charlotte stole the show for me. She’s strong, daring, caring, smart, and a little devious, and she captured my heart from the start. What’s also wonderful about Charlotte is how she grows from a young girl into a young lady. Charlotte will capture your heart just like she did mine.
The romance that blossomed between Charlotte and Ned was sweet and believable and, yes I admit it, had me sighing contently from time to time. William and Julia’s story continues as well as the two adjust to marriage and a life together. Kaye does a wonderful job of weaving the two storylines together.
Historically speaking, these books are pretty amazing. In Ransome’s Honor, Kaye captured early 1800s England in such a vivid and beautiful way. In Ransome’s Crossing, life on military ship came alive. The attention to detail was astounding. And at the same time, I never felt like I was getting hit over the head with endless amounts of research. Every detail worked seamlessly into the story, never slowing down the pace.
Without giving anything away, I will say the ending was perfect. Trust me when I say you need to read this book just to get to the end! Ransome’s Crossing is an engaging story about faith, love, and family with a good dose of adventure thrown in. I whole-heartedly recommend this book. You won’t be disappointed.
I fell in love with Charlotte. Julia, William and Ned are wonderful characters, don’t get me wrong, but Charlotte stole the show for me. She’s strong, daring, caring, smart, and a little devious, and she captured my heart from the start. What’s also wonderful about Charlotte is how she grows from a young girl into a young lady. Charlotte will capture your heart just like she did mine.
The romance that blossomed between Charlotte and Ned was sweet and believable and, yes I admit it, had me sighing contently from time to time. William and Julia’s story continues as well as the two adjust to marriage and a life together. Kaye does a wonderful job of weaving the two storylines together.
Historically speaking, these books are pretty amazing. In Ransome’s Honor, Kaye captured early 1800s England in such a vivid and beautiful way. In Ransome’s Crossing, life on military ship came alive. The attention to detail was astounding. And at the same time, I never felt like I was getting hit over the head with endless amounts of research. Every detail worked seamlessly into the story, never slowing down the pace.
Without giving anything away, I will say the ending was perfect. Trust me when I say you need to read this book just to get to the end! Ransome’s Crossing is an engaging story about faith, love, and family with a good dose of adventure thrown in. I whole-heartedly recommend this book. You won’t be disappointed.
June 29, 2010
Maybe it is because Charlotte is my daughter's name. Maybe it's because Charlotte Doyle is the first character is a book that made me love reading and become a book-a-holic from age twelve. Maybe it is because Charlotte Ransome also known as Charles Lott is just an incredible character. Whatever the reason, I thoroughly enjoyed my adventure through this second journey in the life of the Ransome family and cannot wait for the third book in the series, Ransome's Quest coming July 2011.
I was about twelve years old when I discovered The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle by Avi. I was swept away on an adventure in the life of a teenage Charlotte to be working as a boy on a ship across the ocean. Now true that was not exactly the plot, but that is what I remember. Yet in this story, we truly get a Charlotte who purposefully pretended to be a male Charles Lott to get herself across the ocean to Jamaica. Different destination, but oh such a delightful story. (So much better than my childhood favorite).
Through out the entire tale, I could not turn the pages fast enough. I struggled with what I would do in the situations that were faced by both Charlotte and Julia. I became nervous during the storms at sea and held out hope for romance. Each chapter was a delight and entertaining. What an adventure and beauty on the page. I love just about everything I have read from Kaye Dacus and I'm always eager for more!!
*Thanks to Harvest House Publishers for providing a copy for review through FIRST Wild Card Tours and also to Jeane Wynn of Wynn Wynn Media.*
I was about twelve years old when I discovered The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle by Avi. I was swept away on an adventure in the life of a teenage Charlotte to be working as a boy on a ship across the ocean. Now true that was not exactly the plot, but that is what I remember. Yet in this story, we truly get a Charlotte who purposefully pretended to be a male Charles Lott to get herself across the ocean to Jamaica. Different destination, but oh such a delightful story. (So much better than my childhood favorite).
Through out the entire tale, I could not turn the pages fast enough. I struggled with what I would do in the situations that were faced by both Charlotte and Julia. I became nervous during the storms at sea and held out hope for romance. Each chapter was a delight and entertaining. What an adventure and beauty on the page. I love just about everything I have read from Kaye Dacus and I'm always eager for more!!
*Thanks to Harvest House Publishers for providing a copy for review through FIRST Wild Card Tours and also to Jeane Wynn of Wynn Wynn Media.*
June 1, 2012
This book is the second in a series of 3 novels and you must read them all as it starts off where one ends (Ransome's Honor) and leaves you hanging at the end that you have to read the next one which I'm already enjoying. Julia and Commodore William Ransome are now married and on their way to Jamaica aboard his ship while William's sister Charlotte poses as a midshipman aboard another vessel to go to her secret fiancee in Jamaica. Charles Lott (Charlotte) is the centre of the novel but the backround story of Julia and William was still a strong presence for me. I enjoyed reading about their thoughts and how they found it difficult to express themselves to each other or how they tried to hold back on showing the deep love they had for each other. It wasn't frustrating for me as other reviews I read because it was believable - neither set out to get married in the first novel so who thought their first weeks of marriage would be all roses (besides roses have thorns). I loved to read of their progression! I also loved seeing how Charlotte became one of the best midshipman onboard and how she struggled with her feelings for Ned (who becomes the captain on her ship unexpectedly) and pins for him versus the fiancee she hasn't seen in 2 years. Will she realize who she truly loves? Will Ned discover who she is? What will happen when he does? Will William find out? Can Julia keep such a secret? These are all the things going through your mind as you read the novel and at the end when it seems all is about to end well, you HEAR of an abduction and have to read part 3 to READ about the abduction and continue the journey. A good read!
June 10, 2010
Wanting to join her secret fiance in Jamaica, Charlotte is a spunky, brave young heroine who manages not only to join the crew of a ship, but to prove herself a better sailor than many young men. She manages to ingratiate herself to some crew members and irritate others. Ned has his own demons to face when he reluctantly accepts a promotion to Captain, but it's in that position where he discovers Charlotte and realizes not only his love for her, but how much he depends on her as a crew member. The details about sailing and ship life were fascinating.
Julia and William have married and Julia is accompanying her husband on his voyage to Jamaica. Each must adapt to Julia's being on board ship, even as they adapt to marriage. When William discovers that Julia was aware of Charlotte's deception, he's understandably not very happy.
Second in the Ransome Trilogy, this was an entertaining sequel and ends with a cliffhanger that will be answered in the third and final book. While it does stand alone, it is in a reader's best interest to have read Ransome's Honor first.
Julia and William have married and Julia is accompanying her husband on his voyage to Jamaica. Each must adapt to Julia's being on board ship, even as they adapt to marriage. When William discovers that Julia was aware of Charlotte's deception, he's understandably not very happy.
Second in the Ransome Trilogy, this was an entertaining sequel and ends with a cliffhanger that will be answered in the third and final book. While it does stand alone, it is in a reader's best interest to have read Ransome's Honor first.
September 17, 2011
I got the first of this series for free on Amazon for my Kindle. I snatch up all the free books that appear to be clean. I enjoyed it, so I reserved the second at the library. When I got it, I discovered it came with a little red heart sticker on the binding. Which means it came from the Romance section. Ugh. It pains me to admit that I read anything from the Romance section! :)
I enjoyed this book, but at the end when Charlotte is captured by pirates...it was a little much for me. That being said, I will definitely finish off the trilogy as soon as number #3 comes in.
Clean historical romance novel. Interesting in historical detail, but....a romance. Clean though!
I enjoyed this book, but at the end when Charlotte is captured by pirates...it was a little much for me. That being said, I will definitely finish off the trilogy as soon as number #3 comes in.
Clean historical romance novel. Interesting in historical detail, but....a romance. Clean though!
January 13, 2012
The ending went so quickly, zoom!
Overall I don't think this book was as great as the first. I think William was a little too harsh even if he was only trying to not cause his new wife grief as he comes and goes to sea. I did like the part about Charlotte disguising herself as a mid-shipman and Ned deciding to go along with it though much to his chagrin. Glad they worked it all out in the end but that's where it went too fast for me. Obviously a well played cliff-hanger for the next book in the series. But not exactly the ending I would have hoped for.
I laughed out loud as Charlotte tried to figure out the perfect words to pray to God. That was cute!
Overall I don't think this book was as great as the first. I think William was a little too harsh even if he was only trying to not cause his new wife grief as he comes and goes to sea. I did like the part about Charlotte disguising herself as a mid-shipman and Ned deciding to go along with it though much to his chagrin. Glad they worked it all out in the end but that's where it went too fast for me. Obviously a well played cliff-hanger for the next book in the series. But not exactly the ending I would have hoped for.
I laughed out loud as Charlotte tried to figure out the perfect words to pray to God. That was cute!
March 12, 2016
Oh, the way these books end! Argh LOL! It's like a season finale cliff hanger of your favorite TV show... Just when the main plot of the book gets resolved (thank you, Ms. Dacus!), a major plot point for the next book takes off while you turn the last page. Hungry for the next book? Yes, please!
October 26, 2010
A pretty good read. Left me hanging, again. Just like the first book did. I thought I was going to get resolution, but it was ripped away, just like that. Clean, christian based book.
January 14, 2014
It took a LonG time to get into this book. It is told from several different perspectives, and I'm not very good keeping 5+ POV straight. This was a really slow read for me.
April 30, 2024
It took me forever, but I'm FINALLY getting to this review. 😂
Alrighty, I'm going to go through some points in no particular order.
Okay, I LOVEDDDDD William and Julia's relationship! It was so sweet. It was a sweet and beautiful portrayal of the relationship between newlyweds, while keeping it completely clean and appropriate. I loved it. William is the sweetest man and husband ever, and Julia is perfect for him. I love their love story!
I have mixed feelings about Charlotte and Ned... It's kind of cute, but it was also very fast and felt forced, in my opinion. Plus, Charlotte is still pretty young, and how old is Ned? I know, I know, a lot of ladies married at seventeen back then, to men quite a few years older. I'm just not so sure about it.
And then there's Henry Winchester... I wish we got a better explanation for him. I want to know more about how they met, why her mother didn't approve, why she fell for him and no one else who flirted with her, why he went after her and not someone richer, etc. I hope all these questions and more will be answered in the next book!
Juila's dad is the best. He just is. His love for his daughter is so sweet, and I found the way he scolded William so sweet.
The whole Charles Lott things was ingenious. Charlotte... Charles Lott! I greatly admire Charlotte for coming up with that. It's really pretty simple, but I doubt I'd ever think of it. 😂
I liked how realistic Charlotte's transition to a midshipman was. She had already been training some beforehand, but she struggled to adjust at first. I ALWAYS appreciate when an author does that, and they don't just go into something they've never done like they're SUPERWOMAN. Other books that have the realistic transition are The Goose Girl by Shannon Hale and When Calls the Heart by Janette Oke. They are both wonderful books.
There were other aspects that surprised me, though... how did no one realize who she was? Or that she was a girl, at least. Why was Ned the only one to realize? Also, the fact that she slept in the same bunker as the midshipman for a month is just kinda gross.
This book taught me SO MUCH about ship life, and I greatly admire Kaye Dacus for all her work and research. It was super insightful!
And then something that made me kinda mad/sad/a little bit of both is the fact that Julia's dad, William's dad, and most of the married naval officers loved the sea far more than they loved their wives. The women longed after their husbands while they were away, but the husbands always wanted to be at sea. They loved the sea more. That is wrong. Husbands are called to love their wives as Christ loved the church (a very high calling, to be sure), and to sacrifice and care for them. William's dad and Julia's dad, among others, did not love their wives more than all earthly things and people. They were not willing to sacrifice for their wives' happiness and wellbeing. Mrs. Witherington, Julia's mother, grew sick and died because of her husband's absence.
(Note: I'm not upset with the author, just the characters).
I enjoyed this book so much, and I'm so excited to read the next one! *sigh* But who knows when I'll be able to get my hands on it.
Alrighty, I'm going to go through some points in no particular order.
Okay, I LOVEDDDDD William and Julia's relationship! It was so sweet. It was a sweet and beautiful portrayal of the relationship between newlyweds, while keeping it completely clean and appropriate. I loved it. William is the sweetest man and husband ever, and Julia is perfect for him. I love their love story!
I have mixed feelings about Charlotte and Ned... It's kind of cute, but it was also very fast and felt forced, in my opinion. Plus, Charlotte is still pretty young, and how old is Ned? I know, I know, a lot of ladies married at seventeen back then, to men quite a few years older. I'm just not so sure about it.
And then there's Henry Winchester... I wish we got a better explanation for him. I want to know more about how they met, why her mother didn't approve, why she fell for him and no one else who flirted with her, why he went after her and not someone richer, etc. I hope all these questions and more will be answered in the next book!
Juila's dad is the best. He just is. His love for his daughter is so sweet, and I found the way he scolded William so sweet.
The whole Charles Lott things was ingenious. Charlotte... Charles Lott! I greatly admire Charlotte for coming up with that. It's really pretty simple, but I doubt I'd ever think of it. 😂
I liked how realistic Charlotte's transition to a midshipman was. She had already been training some beforehand, but she struggled to adjust at first. I ALWAYS appreciate when an author does that, and they don't just go into something they've never done like they're SUPERWOMAN. Other books that have the realistic transition are The Goose Girl by Shannon Hale and When Calls the Heart by Janette Oke. They are both wonderful books.
There were other aspects that surprised me, though... how did no one realize who she was? Or that she was a girl, at least. Why was Ned the only one to realize? Also, the fact that she slept in the same bunker as the midshipman for a month is just kinda gross.
This book taught me SO MUCH about ship life, and I greatly admire Kaye Dacus for all her work and research. It was super insightful!
And then something that made me kinda mad/sad/a little bit of both is the fact that Julia's dad, William's dad, and most of the married naval officers loved the sea far more than they loved their wives. The women longed after their husbands while they were away, but the husbands always wanted to be at sea. They loved the sea more. That is wrong. Husbands are called to love their wives as Christ loved the church (a very high calling, to be sure), and to sacrifice and care for them. William's dad and Julia's dad, among others, did not love their wives more than all earthly things and people. They were not willing to sacrifice for their wives' happiness and wellbeing. Mrs. Witherington, Julia's mother, grew sick and died because of her husband's absence.
(Note: I'm not upset with the author, just the characters).
I enjoyed this book so much, and I'm so excited to read the next one! *sigh* But who knows when I'll be able to get my hands on it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 5, 2025
Reading this book was like feeding spaghetti to a toddler. It started out pretty good, but I knew where it was headed–and when it finally went in the expected unsavory directions, I still managed to feel hurt.
Much could be said about the plantation, conceptually, but I don't feel qualified to talk about that. What I am qualified to talk about is Charlotte, and the fact that she was good at her job. She didn't have to be good at being a midshipman, if this was going in the direction it went, she didn't have to enjoy it, either. The plot almost implies that she needs to stop looking for validation from men, and start looking for validation from the navy, (re: her own skills) but instead she just needs to look for validation from a different man. Who's her superior. In the navy. Hmmmmm....
We can have a Jamaican plantation that has no slaves where everyone is happy but we can't have girls in the navy having careers? L. I hope at least 1 evangelical girl read this and it ruined her perfect evangelical girl gender forever. come to the dark side we have women in trousers....
anyways free my girl
Much could be said about the plantation, conceptually, but I don't feel qualified to talk about that. What I am qualified to talk about is Charlotte, and the fact that she was good at her job. She didn't have to be good at being a midshipman, if this was going in the direction it went, she didn't have to enjoy it, either. The plot almost implies that she needs to stop looking for validation from men, and start looking for validation from the navy, (re: her own skills) but instead she just needs to look for validation from a different man. Who's her superior. In the navy. Hmmmmm....
We can have a Jamaican plantation that has no slaves where everyone is happy but we can't have girls in the navy having careers? L. I hope at least 1 evangelical girl read this and it ruined her perfect evangelical girl gender forever. come to the dark side we have women in trousers....
anyways free my girl
March 8, 2021
Holy smokes! I am very glad I purchased the hard copy as I am so very keeping these to read again. I almost feel as happy as when I first read Lori Wick back in the 1990’s.
Ok, so again this is a Christian romance so, if you want physical descriptions...this ain’t for you. If you like an interesting character arch, heavy adventure, and in my opinion, questions in female roles and loyalty to Truth, this is for you.
The question of taking one’s own WRONG course of action and somehow it turns right when you say “Lord, I messed up, please make this work” leads to the question for me as if this game do work out...does that mean wrong turn was always meant”. Answer must be yes, as only that wrong choice would bring one to God.
Ok. That maaay be a bit of book 2 AND 3. Just purchase book 3 when you start boom 2 because I tell ya right now, this is NOT a stand alone work. In my opinion you must read 1 to read this book. Also, I think Julia is no longer my fave character...Charlotte is really growing here.
Ok, so again this is a Christian romance so, if you want physical descriptions...this ain’t for you. If you like an interesting character arch, heavy adventure, and in my opinion, questions in female roles and loyalty to Truth, this is for you.
The question of taking one’s own WRONG course of action and somehow it turns right when you say “Lord, I messed up, please make this work” leads to the question for me as if this game do work out...does that mean wrong turn was always meant”. Answer must be yes, as only that wrong choice would bring one to God.
Ok. That maaay be a bit of book 2 AND 3. Just purchase book 3 when you start boom 2 because I tell ya right now, this is NOT a stand alone work. In my opinion you must read 1 to read this book. Also, I think Julia is no longer my fave character...Charlotte is really growing here.
October 24, 2020
Miss Charlotte Ransome disguises herself as a boy and gets a position as a midshipman in His Majesty's Navy in order to get passage to Jamaica to join the man she's promised to marry, Henry Winchester. Her imposture seems to be working, but when Lieutenant Ned Cochrane is promoted to Acting Captain of the ship Audacious, he thinks there's something familiar about young "Charlie Lott." And then there's Charlotte's brother William, who is the Post Captain of the fleet heading for Jamaica ...
Can Charlotte's masquerade last for the entire Atlantic crossing? Or will she be exposed, and bring scandal on both her brother and Ned?
Can Charlotte's masquerade last for the entire Atlantic crossing? Or will she be exposed, and bring scandal on both her brother and Ned?
December 6, 2024
One star for not being spicy + one star for being well-researched + one star for being interesting + half a star for being well-written + half a star for having good faith = 4 stars.
My favourite part was on page 302 when Julia is thinking about William’s reaction to her sin. “Her husband’s forgiveness, and the ease with which he had accepted her apologies…made her feel…better that the burden…no longer stood between them…she knew she did not deserve such grace, mercy, and love.” This husband and wife interaction is such a good picture of the interaction between God and us believers.
My favourite part was on page 302 when Julia is thinking about William’s reaction to her sin. “Her husband’s forgiveness, and the ease with which he had accepted her apologies…made her feel…better that the burden…no longer stood between them…she knew she did not deserve such grace, mercy, and love.” This husband and wife interaction is such a good picture of the interaction between God and us believers.
August 23, 2021
Wonderful book as expected. So many exciting twists and turns...kept me turning the pages! Charlotte Ransome disguised as a midshipman? Julie and William learning about married life while crossing the Atlantic. Of course we have the fear of discovery for Charlotte and fear of pirates. Never a dull moment. Plenty of humor to keep you laughing balancing out the drama. This is the 2nd book in the series and I would recommend reading them in order.
August 3, 2019
This book felt like a transition book to get the characters from point A to point B so that point C could be set up to take place. It had a plot, but it was more meandering than fast-paced. It's an enjoyable continuation from the first, but does feel a little like it's just spinning its wheels until plot points could be set up for the next exciting twist.
April 24, 2023
Loved this book a lot more than the first one. A lot more happened and the storyline of Charlotte and Ned was great and seeing William and Julia continue their relationship was a perk too.
No language, faith based, and a pretty solid 4 star.
It does leave on a cliffhanger so have book 3 ready to go!
No language, faith based, and a pretty solid 4 star.
It does leave on a cliffhanger so have book 3 ready to go!
August 3, 2017
4.5 stars! Can I just say how much I love her characters! Even the ones you hate. I love this story, from beginning to end. This book picks up right where the first one ended and ends with a cliffhanger making you want nothing more than to quickly start book 3 in the series.
September 22, 2021
Humorous, fast paced
I enjoyed this second book in the Ransome Trilogy so much more than the first one. That one, though, gave me the background needed to enjoy the second. I laughed out loud numerous times and delighted in the fast-paced action.
I enjoyed this second book in the Ransome Trilogy so much more than the first one. That one, though, gave me the background needed to enjoy the second. I laughed out loud numerous times and delighted in the fast-paced action.
October 15, 2019
Enjoyed it more than the first one. Faster paced, and the characters were more interesting.
July 21, 2023
4.5/5.0 - It’s been a while since I read the first book in this series. Enjoyed this book & with the way it ended, I will need to read the 3rd book soon!
June 9, 2024
I liked this one much better than the first one, but the end irritated me a bit. I liked Charlotte until then.
January 23, 2016
RANSOME’S CROSSING is the second installment in the Ransome Trilogy. The book begins where Ransome’s Honor leaves off. RANSOME’S CROSSING furthers the story of Julia and Commodore William Ransome but centers on Charlotte Ransome, Williams’ precocious young sister who devises a plan to impersonate a midshipman on one of the ships in Williams’ convoy so she can rendezvous with her secret fiancée in Jamaica. Once aboard the Audacious, midshipman Charles Lott (Charlotte) finds himself the target of the vindictive midshipman Kent. Trying to blend with her crewman until arriving in Jamaica, Kent’s antics puts her front in center and under the watchful eye of Captain Parker.
When a surprise attack against the Audacious kills Captain Parker, First Lieutenant, Ned Cochrane is brought aboard as acting captain, a fate almost worse than death for Charlotte. Charlotte, though engaged to another, finds herself struggling with the growing feelings for the honorable Cochrane. Unbeknownst to her, Cochrane has pined for Charlotte, but never pursued her because of the unfairness his line of duty would bestow on a wife.
Cochrane keeps an eye of Midshipman Lott, knowing there is a familiarity there that he can’t quite explain. When he finally realizes that Lott is Charlotte, he is beside himself, not knowing what to do. To expose her, the sister of a commodore, would surely ruin her reputation and her brothers, but to allow her to continue her masquerade puts her in inevitable danger.
RANSOME’S CROSSING was a book I looked forward to reading after enjoying Ransome’s Honor. Though I enjoyed the antics of Charlotte’s plight, I was mildly disappointed with the storyline between William and Julia. There standoffish attitude towards each other seemed out of place. We ended Ransome’s Honor with William expounding on what it is to finally have the woman he has loved for over twenty years. Yet, his behavior throughout the book does not express that. I understand his pull and tug regarding his duties to his wife and his duties to his men, but it seemed over emphasized. And though I know this book was centered on Charlotte, I was hoping for so much more from Julia and William’s storyline. I also felt the ending of RANSOME’S CROSSING was a bit unoriginal, and immediately made me think of M.L. Tyndall’s The Blue Enchantress that ends much the same way. Overall, a good read and I look forward to finishing the series. I just hope the next book doesn’t withhold what I feel readers want to see.
Book provided for review purposes.
When a surprise attack against the Audacious kills Captain Parker, First Lieutenant, Ned Cochrane is brought aboard as acting captain, a fate almost worse than death for Charlotte. Charlotte, though engaged to another, finds herself struggling with the growing feelings for the honorable Cochrane. Unbeknownst to her, Cochrane has pined for Charlotte, but never pursued her because of the unfairness his line of duty would bestow on a wife.
Cochrane keeps an eye of Midshipman Lott, knowing there is a familiarity there that he can’t quite explain. When he finally realizes that Lott is Charlotte, he is beside himself, not knowing what to do. To expose her, the sister of a commodore, would surely ruin her reputation and her brothers, but to allow her to continue her masquerade puts her in inevitable danger.
RANSOME’S CROSSING was a book I looked forward to reading after enjoying Ransome’s Honor. Though I enjoyed the antics of Charlotte’s plight, I was mildly disappointed with the storyline between William and Julia. There standoffish attitude towards each other seemed out of place. We ended Ransome’s Honor with William expounding on what it is to finally have the woman he has loved for over twenty years. Yet, his behavior throughout the book does not express that. I understand his pull and tug regarding his duties to his wife and his duties to his men, but it seemed over emphasized. And though I know this book was centered on Charlotte, I was hoping for so much more from Julia and William’s storyline. I also felt the ending of RANSOME’S CROSSING was a bit unoriginal, and immediately made me think of M.L. Tyndall’s The Blue Enchantress that ends much the same way. Overall, a good read and I look forward to finishing the series. I just hope the next book doesn’t withhold what I feel readers want to see.
Book provided for review purposes.
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