Saturday, August 22, 2015

Sarah Sundin’s ‘Through Waters Deep’ and Anchors Aweigh Giveaway

Through Waters Deep (Revell, August 2015)

It is 1941 and America teeters on the brink of war.
Outgoing naval officer Ensign Jim Avery escorts British convoys across the North Atlantic in a brand-new destroyer, the USS Atwood. Back on shore, Boston Navy Yard secretary Mary Stirling does her work quietly and efficiently, happy to be out of the limelight. Yet, despite her reserved nature, she never could back down from a challenge. When evidence of sabotage on the Atwood is found, Jim and Mary must work together to uncover the culprit. A bewildering maze of suspects emerges, and Mary is dismayed to find that even someone close to her is under suspicion. With the increasing pressure, Jim and Mary find that many new challenges–and dangers–await them.
Sarah Sundin takes readers to the tense months before the US entered WWII. Readers will encounter German U-boats and torpedoes, along with the explosive power of true love, in this hopeful and romantic story.


MY REVIEW-Sarah Sundin is one of those rare authors who comes along and makes you delve into a time period you may not really want to read, and enjoy yourself the whole time:) I am not a real big fan of WWII time period books. They just aren't my favorites. But this author here can make me read them and love them!

Through Water's Deep is the start of a new series and can I admit, this is probably my favorite? Other than maybe the first book I ever read of hers, A Distant Melody, because that one got me addicted to her writing. But with the mystery aspect enveloped inside these pages, I just totally fell in love. Though at first I did want to slap Jim Avery for his attitude about women, he quickly became a favorite of mine. And don't get me started on sweet mousy secretary, Mary Stirling. I can so relate to her ways and the feelings she has about herself!

One of the main things I like about the authors books would be how she brings history alive. The characters in here are on the brink of WWII and going through struggles, doubts and worry over what will happen to their country and what they may have to do if they go to battle. I enjoyed seeing the insight into the struggles people from other countries, but living in America, went through. There is a German man who made me ache with what he went through. Living life the way he did and having to defend himself to the Americans while some of them just turned on him the instant they heard his name or his accent. Makes me realize how biased and uncaring people can be. And yet some, like Mary, were willing to look past the outside and see who they were inside.

So readers, even if you don't care for military books, or WWII, please take a chance and try this author. I did and have never been more happy!! Another excellent page turner from Sarah Sundin!


THE ANCHORS AWEIGH GIVEAWAY!

Dive into Sarah Sundin's explosive new series, Waves of Freedom, with book one, Through Waters DeepWhen evidence of sabotage on the Atwood is found, Jim and Mary must work together to uncover the culprit. A bewildering maze of suspects emerges, and Mary is dismayed to find that even someone close to her is under suspicion. With the increasing pressure, Jim and Mary find that many new challenges–and dangers–await them in the midst of their budding romance.


Join Sarah in celebrating the release of Through Waters Deep by entering to win an Anchors Aweigh prize pack!




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One grand prize winner will receive:



  • A copy of Through Waters Deep

  • A nautical tote bag

  • A set of compass rose notecards

  • A "Hope Anchors the Soul" journal

  • A Boston Tea Party earl grey tea set

  • Through Waters Deep apron

  • A set of nautical tea towels




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    Enter today by clicking the icon below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on August 24th. The winner will be announced August 25th on Sarah's blog.




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    **DISCLOSURE: I was given a free product in exchange for an honest review. No other compensation was given, and all thoughts are 100% mine. Please read my full disclosure policy HERE.**

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