ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
A Word from Elizabeth:
I married relatively late in life, which turned out to be an odd kind of blessing. I had gotten very good at leading a solo life, and although I was not particularly content being alone, I had become reconciled to it. Most importantly, it taught me never to take my husband for granted. I give daily thanks for the blessing of being able to share a life with my favorite person on the planet.
As for who I am? I love old Hitchcock films, the hour before sunset, a long, sweaty run through the Florida countryside, and a glass of good wine. After spending my entire adult life on a college campus (either as a student or a librarian) I have finally been able to pursue my ultimate goal of writing professionally.
ABOUT THE BOOK
As a child, Lydia Pallas became all too familiar with uncertainty when it came to the future. Now, she's finally carved out a perfect life for herself--a life of stability and order with no changes, surprises, or chaos of any kind. She adores her apartment overlooking the bustling Boston Harbor, and her skill with languages has landed her a secure position as a translator for the U.S. Navy.
However, it is her talent for translation that brings her into contact with Alexander Banebridge, or "Bane," a man who equally attracts and aggravates her. When Bane hires Lydia to translate a seemingly innocuous collection of European documents, she hesitantly agrees, only to discover she is in over her head.
Just as Bane's charm begins to win her over, Lydia learns he is driven by a secret campaign against some of the most dangerous criminals on the East Coast, compelled by his faith and his past. Bane forbids any involvement on Lydia's part, but when the criminals gain the upper hand, it is Lydia on whom he must depend.
If you would like to read the first chapter of Against the Tide, go HERE.
My thoughts: I loved this book. I loved the intrique and mystery. And then of course there is the character of Lydia. How sad what has happened to her during her childhood. Even more sad is her addiction. A must read and I am looking forward to finding more by this author!
I received a copy of this for free to read as part of the CFBA. However, all opinions in this post are mine and not influenced by others. I was not compensated in anyway for this review other than a copy of the book
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I am intrigued by the description and think my sister would love this book, as a Navy Officer, she was also in this kind of Job, and could relate well to it. Thanks for the info, definitely sharing..
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Based off of the description, this looks like a book that myself as well as my sister-in-law would enjoy!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like a really good book. I just need more hours in a day to read more.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds interesting, and I love the cover! (yes, I DO judge a book by it's cover, lol)
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