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Keepers of the Ring #2
Jamestown
The story of the Colman family continues as Jocelyn and Thomas's grandchildren and their two young friends barely escape a massacre and find themselves torn between two cultures.
420 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1998
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Angela Elwell Hunt
271 books1,977 followersChristy-Award winner Angela Hunt writes for readers who have learned to expect the unexpected in novels from this versatile author. With nearly six million copies of her books sold worldwide, she is the best-selling author of more than 165 works ranging from picture books (The Tale of Three Trees) to novels.
Now that her two children are grown, Angie and her husband live in Florida with Very Big Dogs (a direct result of watching Turner and Hooch and Sandlot too many times). This affinity for mastiffs has not been without its rewards--one of their dogs was featured on Live with Regis and Kelly as the second-largest canine in America. Their dog received this dubious honor after an all-expenses-paid trip to Manhattan for the dog and the Hunts, complete with VIP air travel and a stretch limo in which they toured New York City.
Afterward, the dog gave out pawtographs at the airport.
Angela admits to being fascinated by animals, medicine, psychology, unexplained phenomena, and “just about everything” except sports. Books, she says, have always shaped her life— in the fifth grade she learned how to flirt from reading Gone with the Wind.
Her books have won the coveted Christy Award, several Angel Awards from Excellence in Media, and the Gold and Silver Medallions from Foreword Magazine’s Book of the Year Award. In 2007, her novel The Note was featured as a Christmas movie on the Hallmark channel. Romantic Times Book Club presented her with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006, and American Christian Fiction Writers bestowed the same award in 2019.
In 2006, Angela completed her Master of Biblical Studies in Theology degree and completed her second doctorate in 2015. When she’s not home reading or writing, Angie often travels to teach writing workshops at schools and writers’ conferences. And to talk about her dogs, of course.
Now that her two children are grown, Angie and her husband live in Florida with Very Big Dogs (a direct result of watching Turner and Hooch and Sandlot too many times). This affinity for mastiffs has not been without its rewards--one of their dogs was featured on Live with Regis and Kelly as the second-largest canine in America. Their dog received this dubious honor after an all-expenses-paid trip to Manhattan for the dog and the Hunts, complete with VIP air travel and a stretch limo in which they toured New York City.
Afterward, the dog gave out pawtographs at the airport.
Angela admits to being fascinated by animals, medicine, psychology, unexplained phenomena, and “just about everything” except sports. Books, she says, have always shaped her life— in the fifth grade she learned how to flirt from reading Gone with the Wind.
Her books have won the coveted Christy Award, several Angel Awards from Excellence in Media, and the Gold and Silver Medallions from Foreword Magazine’s Book of the Year Award. In 2007, her novel The Note was featured as a Christmas movie on the Hallmark channel. Romantic Times Book Club presented her with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006, and American Christian Fiction Writers bestowed the same award in 2019.
In 2006, Angela completed her Master of Biblical Studies in Theology degree and completed her second doctorate in 2015. When she’s not home reading or writing, Angie often travels to teach writing workshops at schools and writers’ conferences. And to talk about her dogs, of course.
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August 30, 2016
I could not put this book down and flew through it trying to figure out what happens. This is much faster paced and a easier read than Roanoke !
Series Review:
Full of history, this series is very unique in its setting. I have read very few books (Christian or not) about pre-Revolutionary America and I cannot think of a book-outside of the Dear America series-about the Native American/settlers war and conflicts. Covering Roanoke, Jamestown, Hartford, King Philip's War, and the early slave trade, Angela Hunt wrote a very unique series.
I enjoyed some books in the series more than others, and found some parts of the series redundant and far-fetched, but I was fascinated by the history.
Series Review:
Full of history, this series is very unique in its setting. I have read very few books (Christian or not) about pre-Revolutionary America and I cannot think of a book-outside of the Dear America series-about the Native American/settlers war and conflicts. Covering Roanoke, Jamestown, Hartford, King Philip's War, and the early slave trade, Angela Hunt wrote a very unique series.
I enjoyed some books in the series more than others, and found some parts of the series redundant and far-fetched, but I was fascinated by the history.
May 11, 2011
This was very good, as is the whole series.
June 25, 2024
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Book: Jamestown
Author: Angela Hunt
Giving this second book in the five part series five stars. This is the Angela I know and love!! The first book Roanoke was almost too dark for me (see my review) but this one had the right balance.
I love that this is a generational story. I loved how the stories of fictional characters were interwoven with real historical people, places and events. In my opinion, Angela is the best at this! I'm not being told a story, I'm watching a story unfold.
She also strikes the right balance when it comes to English/Native American interactions from the perspective of a Christ follower. There was a lot of nuance in these interactions that are often lost when talking to different groups of people, so I appreciate Angela's biblical perspective on what happened between the Natives and the settlers
Gilda and Fallon's story is heart wrenching and realistic. I was rooting for them and the people who were interwoven in to their story.
This series is gripping and emotional and it was hard not to go straight to book # 3. I'll save that one for next year!!
I highly recommend this author and this series.
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Book Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
# 23 Includes a Long Lost Family Member or Friend
Book: Jamestown
Author: Angela Hunt
Giving this second book in the five part series five stars. This is the Angela I know and love!! The first book Roanoke was almost too dark for me (see my review) but this one had the right balance.
I love that this is a generational story. I loved how the stories of fictional characters were interwoven with real historical people, places and events. In my opinion, Angela is the best at this! I'm not being told a story, I'm watching a story unfold.
She also strikes the right balance when it comes to English/Native American interactions from the perspective of a Christ follower. There was a lot of nuance in these interactions that are often lost when talking to different groups of people, so I appreciate Angela's biblical perspective on what happened between the Natives and the settlers
Gilda and Fallon's story is heart wrenching and realistic. I was rooting for them and the people who were interwoven in to their story.
This series is gripping and emotional and it was hard not to go straight to book # 3. I'll save that one for next year!!
I highly recommend this author and this series.
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November 25, 2015
Wow... this was a great book! After Roanoke, the first book in this series, I was a little wary to read Jamestown, wondering if it would turn out as dreary and sad as the first one. I was pleasantly surprised though. Jamestown made for a favorite. A riveting story-line, courageous characters, beautiful grace...
I was happy that it started where Roanoke left off, following Gilda, Fallon, and Noshi's daring escape out of "the lost colony". They are separated and live virtually worlds apart; some forgetting their former life. Yet they are destined to meet again.
Gilda's nightmares of a canoe and dark night are her only ties to her past; yet Fallon has not forgotten for even one moment about her, and is willing to confront all sorts of treachery to find her.
A fascinating tale. Excited to read about Gilda's sons in the next book.
I was happy that it started where Roanoke left off, following Gilda, Fallon, and Noshi's daring escape out of "the lost colony". They are separated and live virtually worlds apart; some forgetting their former life. Yet they are destined to meet again.
Gilda's nightmares of a canoe and dark night are her only ties to her past; yet Fallon has not forgotten for even one moment about her, and is willing to confront all sorts of treachery to find her.
A fascinating tale. Excited to read about Gilda's sons in the next book.
June 12, 2019
Jamestown Keepers of the Ring Collection Book Two By Angela Elwell Hunt
June 11, 2019
5 stars
This story started with the children from Roanoke Book One, but it was a bit harder to get into the story for me. But soon, I was all enthralled, and frustrated that I didn't have enough free time to finish in one day. I think I enjoyed this book more than the first, because I wasn't as distressed by the wrong attitudes of the main characters as I was with the first book.
It saddens my heart to learn there was so much hatred and hostility between the Natives and the English. I know it's part of history, but I don't think I ever understood the severity of it as I've learned from this series.
I'm grateful this book also has, not only a love story, but a story of God's redeeming love for his children! Very well done!
June 11, 2019
5 stars
This story started with the children from Roanoke Book One, but it was a bit harder to get into the story for me. But soon, I was all enthralled, and frustrated that I didn't have enough free time to finish in one day. I think I enjoyed this book more than the first, because I wasn't as distressed by the wrong attitudes of the main characters as I was with the first book.
It saddens my heart to learn there was so much hatred and hostility between the Natives and the English. I know it's part of history, but I don't think I ever understood the severity of it as I've learned from this series.
I'm grateful this book also has, not only a love story, but a story of God's redeeming love for his children! Very well done!
January 18, 2020
The keepers of the ring
I started reading “Roanoke”, the first in the series, and the little gold ring teased my mind. With this book I realized I had read this series long ago. It is a most interesting story mixing fact and fiction and I read this almost straight through. I love historical novels and this one didn’t let me down!
I started reading “Roanoke”, the first in the series, and the little gold ring teased my mind. With this book I realized I had read this series long ago. It is a most interesting story mixing fact and fiction and I read this almost straight through. I love historical novels and this one didn’t let me down!
May 23, 2022
Excellent
Excellent in both history and romantic adventure! Jamestown history set in a romantic adventure with well developed characters, setting and adventure! Most Americans don't think about what took place in real life, instead relaying on the folk tale " Thanksgiving "!
Excellent in both history and romantic adventure! Jamestown history set in a romantic adventure with well developed characters, setting and adventure! Most Americans don't think about what took place in real life, instead relaying on the folk tale " Thanksgiving "!
February 9, 2025
brilliant - a fascinating read full of great characters and very atmospheric/authentic.
Fantastic/fascinating read. Full of interesting historical detail, wonderful characters and a brilliant storyline. Atmospheric, involving and authentic. An amazing read.
Fantastic/fascinating read. Full of interesting historical detail, wonderful characters and a brilliant storyline. Atmospheric, involving and authentic. An amazing read.
May 27, 2018
Another book that would have been 4 stars were it 100 pages shorter. Loved the history of Jamestown.
November 23, 2018
Good story.
April 26, 2019
The wonderful saga continues in this second book of the Keepers of the Ring series. It is every bit as awesome as book one and I highly recommend it.
June 11, 2022
Excellent book with historical Christian themes
September 19, 2024
The author did a great job with plausible explanations regarding the original colony and the colonization that follows. Great character development.
March 30, 2025
Enjoyed this story of 1620s Jamestown.
August 3, 2017
A review from my old blog (of the whole series) ...
Oh. My. Word. This series is incredible! Of Hunt's three historical series I have to say that this is my absolute favorite.
This series explores the relationship between the English and Indian during the colonial period. The main characters, after the first book, are for the most part of biracial which allows Hunt to explore the choices that such a person would have to face... whether to be English or to be Indian.
At the same time some of the most profound issues Hunt dealt with had to do with whether worship has to have a certain look, whether the worship habits of the Indian or of the Puritan had to be exclusive for the sake of the other.
In addition to the serious issues Hunt also weaves several beautiful love stories, the most poignant being that of Fallon and Gilda in the second book, Jamestown. I have to admit though that I have not read the fifth and last book of the series and thus, though I do not expect to, may find a more beautiful love story.
I strongly recommend this book for any lover of history and excellent writing.
Oh. My. Word. This series is incredible! Of Hunt's three historical series I have to say that this is my absolute favorite.
This series explores the relationship between the English and Indian during the colonial period. The main characters, after the first book, are for the most part of biracial which allows Hunt to explore the choices that such a person would have to face... whether to be English or to be Indian.
At the same time some of the most profound issues Hunt dealt with had to do with whether worship has to have a certain look, whether the worship habits of the Indian or of the Puritan had to be exclusive for the sake of the other.
In addition to the serious issues Hunt also weaves several beautiful love stories, the most poignant being that of Fallon and Gilda in the second book, Jamestown. I have to admit though that I have not read the fifth and last book of the series and thus, though I do not expect to, may find a more beautiful love story.
I strongly recommend this book for any lover of history and excellent writing.
December 2, 2013
Noshi, Fallon, and Gilda are the only people to survive the slaughter at the village of Ocanahonan. When they are discovered by the Powhatan, Fallon is sentenced to death and Noshi to slavery. Gilda, cousin to Pocahontas, is sent to stay with her. Thus begins an epic journey for three young believers.
This tale is rich in historical detail and shows an absolutely fascinating look at the set up of the Virginia colony. But I didn't like the story which seemed a bit harsh toward the Native Americans. And frankly, the two main characters suffered far too long for me to be happy when they reached their HEA. We also spent 400 pages suffering with them but we just see them starting out on their HEA, with very little time spent with them in love and happy. Or even just together.
This tale is rich in historical detail and shows an absolutely fascinating look at the set up of the Virginia colony. But I didn't like the story which seemed a bit harsh toward the Native Americans. And frankly, the two main characters suffered far too long for me to be happy when they reached their HEA. We also spent 400 pages suffering with them but we just see them starting out on their HEA, with very little time spent with them in love and happy. Or even just together.
August 11, 2016
You know a story is good when...
You know a story is good when you are so very immersed in the telling that you actually dream of the characters when you sleep! The characters were expertly written and seemed to come to life, along with the landscape that felt so real you could imagine being there. My heart broke for Gilda, Noshi & Fallon as they struggled to survive the loss of their families & cheered as they grew into the strong capable adults who stayed true to God. I loved the history woven into the story and enjoyed learning new tidbits I wasn't previously aware of. It sent me searching for more historical facts a few times, as I wanted to know more!
You know a story is good when you are so very immersed in the telling that you actually dream of the characters when you sleep! The characters were expertly written and seemed to come to life, along with the landscape that felt so real you could imagine being there. My heart broke for Gilda, Noshi & Fallon as they struggled to survive the loss of their families & cheered as they grew into the strong capable adults who stayed true to God. I loved the history woven into the story and enjoyed learning new tidbits I wasn't previously aware of. It sent me searching for more historical facts a few times, as I wanted to know more!
October 27, 2013
This is book 2 of "The Keeper of the Ring" series. "Three children, the sole survivors of the Roanoke massacre. Fallon, the oldest, pledges to protect his younger charges at all costs. But outside forces work again him, and they are torn apart. Fallon is sent to England; his half-brother Noshi sold to a tribe of Indians as a slave; and Gilda claimed by her cousin, Pocahontas.
Fallon overcomes all odds to return to America and fulfill his pledge to his murdered parents." Read this book to find out what happens to them.
Fallon overcomes all odds to return to America and fulfill his pledge to his murdered parents." Read this book to find out what happens to them.
August 29, 2007
Very interesting story about English/American Indian relations during the early 1600's. The main characters struggled with their heritage, being partly English and partly American Indian. The female main character struggled especially, feeling that at times she was "at home" with the English, and at other times her tribe felt more like home -- yet she didn't seem to feel that she totally fit into either society.
January 16, 2011
This is the second book in the "Keepers of the Ring" series. I found the story interested me because it gave me a glimps of how the Indians treated the English and the reverse. I found the character of Gilda to be very brave and proud. I found myself not liking the character of Brody because I always got the feeling he thought himself better than the Indians. I really hope that Fallon and Gilda can find happiness together in the future. I will finish reading this series.
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April 1, 2016
The story of Gilda and her two companions sheds a fascinating light on details of the early settlement of Maharishi, Virginia. I was intrigued by the combination of true historical fact with literary license. Hunt is a fabulous author, and i look forward to reading more by her. but why does my library only have books 2, 3, and 9 of the series? !
August 22, 2016
This had a lot more activity than Roanoke, though both books were good. I enjoyed this one much more and it went quicker. There was more substance to it. I look forward to reading the next in the series.
March 8, 2008
Continuation of the story from the first book in the series, Roanoke. Very interesting.
May 6, 2008
See review from book #1 in series.
October 5, 2013
The continued story of the settlement of VA. Great character portrayals. This book shows the brutality of both sides Second in the series.
October 31, 2016
Enjoyed
I enjoyed this book as it continued the story started in book 1. Not a 5 rating because a map of the area of this tale would have given a visual that I like while reading.
I enjoyed this book as it continued the story started in book 1. Not a 5 rating because a map of the area of this tale would have given a visual that I like while reading.
August 14, 2015
This book includes the story of Pocahontas, with some fictional characters added.
April 6, 2017
Can't put it down
Well written and compelling, this series stays close to historical fact while bringing to life the characters in a way that even 21st-century readers can relate to. I love historical fiction and this is among the best.
Well written and compelling, this series stays close to historical fact while bringing to life the characters in a way that even 21st-century readers can relate to. I love historical fiction and this is among the best.
April 17, 2017
Ordered The Keepers of the Ring Series: Roanoke, Jamestown, Hartford, Rehoboth, and Charles Towne, good books, but having a terrible time getting them on my reader. Had to order this one on top of the series just to get it on my reader, which made me have to pay twice for the book. Must be doing something wrong. Very frustrating.
Very excited about starting Hartford, but it has taken me over 30 mins. to get it on my Kindle and, I hope they haven't charged me twice again.
Really enjoyed that book...
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May 3, 2017
Jamestown
I enjoyed my visit to Jamestown about 20 years ago and wish I had read this book first, enjoyed it very much with a different perspective than previous Jamestown studies.
I enjoyed my visit to Jamestown about 20 years ago and wish I had read this book first, enjoyed it very much with a different perspective than previous Jamestown studies.
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