"An Epic Romance of the Old South
It is 1811, and the prosperous port city of Charleston is bustling with immigrants like Adalia. But she has a secret: her light skin belies that she is part black and a runaway slave from Barbados. She lives in terror that her owner will come looking for her. Instead Morgan, the son of a plantation owner, finds her. He is handsome, charming, bored—and enamored of the beautiful Adalia. Soon she is swept into his glamorous world, a world in which the truth about Adalia’s heritage would ruin her—and Morgan. This epic romance reveals the beauty and tragedy of the Old South."
My Rating
Summer
My Review
Sometimes the veil separating us from our dreams is one that seems too priceless to tear apart. But sometimes our dreams - and the veil itself - aren't what they appear to be. In Veil of Pearls Adalia and Morgan both find themselves on a journey of new and unexpected perspectives, a journey that is as engaging and ultimately uplifting as I've come to expect from a Tyndall novel!
After escaping a cruel master, Adalia simply longs for freedom and a chance to live in peace. But when rich and handsome Morgan Rutledge starts to pursue her, his interest opens the door to opportunities she never imagined she could have - as well as troubles she never imagined she would have to face. What once seemed so good is suddenly not enough, especially when hearts are on the line. Where do Adalia and Morgan really belong? And do they belong together?
Veil of Pearls is a story full of frustration and uncertainty, along with some enjoyable Tyndall trademarks: a little bit of seafaring excitement, a romantic hero, and an epic ending. And as it is a book "dedicated to everyone who has longed to be one of the 'in' crowd," I think many readers can relate to Adalia's struggles and/or Morgan's fears. Tyndall has written another pearl of a book, and I eagerly await the next addition to her lovely strand of stories!
*With thanks to author MaryLu Tyndall for providing me with a copy of the book in exchange for my honest opinion.*
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Amber! LOVE your review, my friend! The first line just grabs you and your ending just seals the deal. If I wasn't already going to read it your review would have convinced me! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your thoughts! I can't wait to read this book!
Blessings,
Amanda
I'm really looking forward to this one! Thanks for sharing your thoughts, and your wonderful review! : )
ReplyDeleteGlad you enjoyed this one, Amber!
ReplyDeleteAmanda,
ReplyDeleteAww, I'm glad you like the review! :) I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
BTW, if you like Captain Rafe, I think Morgan might just win you over, too... ;)
~Amber
Michelle,
ReplyDeleteI know - MaryLu's books are ones I always look forward to reading! :) Thank you for stopping by and reading my review!
~Amber
Rissi,
ReplyDeleteThank you! I really enjoy MaryLu's books, and this one is a great addition! :)
~Amber
Hi Amber,
ReplyDeleteJust discovered your blog on CFBA, and after reading your posts, I couldn't help but subscribe! Love your review too! Now I can't help bu find this book!
Miranda,
ReplyDeleteThat is so sweet! I'm so glad you found my blog, and I'm honored that you would take the time to see if it's one you'd like to subscribe to. :)
And I'm glad you liked this review, as well! :) Have you read any of MaryLu's other books? They're great!
~Amber