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breezymor's review against another edition
4.0
This is a story of growth and healing. It wasn’t an absolute favorite of mine, but it was a good story. I was a bit disappointed in the lack of romance but that’s just my personal opinion ;) The ending was beautiful and heart warming ♥️
abigailkayharris's review against another edition
4.0
I'm surprised by just how much I enjoyed this story since it does not have the usual sort of ending one would expect.
And, I'm glad it ended the way it did, just surprised.
The historical setting is not one I've read often with a character's cures behind what they were.
If you enjoy historical fiction you should definitely check it this book!I
There are some violent descriptions so 16/18 up wild likely be best.
I voluntarily received and reviewed a complimentary e/copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
And, I'm glad it ended the way it did, just surprised.
The historical setting is not one I've read often with a character's cures behind what they were.
If you enjoy historical fiction you should definitely check it this book!I
There are some violent descriptions so 16/18 up wild likely be best.
I voluntarily received and reviewed a complimentary e/copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
michellef's review against another edition
3.0
Between Two Shores is a Christian historical fiction novel by author Jocelyn Green. My favorite character in the story is Catherine because she is determined and confident. This split-time (1749-1759) novel takes place in Canada, which makes this my first read with a setting in Canada.
I learned that the most notorious raid on a British settlement was one Kahnawake warriors had on Deerfield, Massachusetts, in 1704. There were parts of the story where I wanted to cry. These parts were written particularly well.
Even though I found some parts to be interesting I give this novel three stars because it was difficult for me to understand the majority of it.
Disclaimer: I receive complimentary books from various sources, including, publishers, publicists, authors, and/or NetGalley. I am not required to write a positive review and have not received any compensation. The opinions shared here are my own entirely. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255
I learned that the most notorious raid on a British settlement was one Kahnawake warriors had on Deerfield, Massachusetts, in 1704. There were parts of the story where I wanted to cry. These parts were written particularly well.
Even though I found some parts to be interesting I give this novel three stars because it was difficult for me to understand the majority of it.
Disclaimer: I receive complimentary books from various sources, including, publishers, publicists, authors, and/or NetGalley. I am not required to write a positive review and have not received any compensation. The opinions shared here are my own entirely. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255
annicajvv's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
"Healing comes with a price, and I'm afraid the price is pain. Beyond that, however, is wholeness."
heatherwoodauthor's review against another edition
5.0
This was a difficult book to read and review, because the history and geographic were so foreign to me, and the story quite painful. But difficult doesn't mean "not good", and for the theology alone, this book has earned its five stars. There were many excellent and profound quotes in this book that I need to go back to and record for my own memory.
shammons's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed this book for many reasons. One, it was free from Amazon Prime and I was able to finally read again on my Kindle (all of my Hoopla borrows from my library require the app on my iPad to read, and my Kindle is easier to hold). It was a new-to-me author that I have been wanting to read. I was hoping I would enjoy her historical pieces (this one is set during the French and Indian War, in Canada and upstate New York), and I was hoping I would like her writing, as I have more that I want to read by this author. It was an engaging story, though full of very descriptive parts about an area of the country/world I have not visited, so I was rather lost on those. I read the author's notes at the end and she did extensive research into all of this though, and the book felt very real and alive for this time period. She did a great job, the characters were likable, the plot very good, and I look forward to reading more by her in the future. I have another one on my Kindle from her that I borrowed via Prime (A Refuge Assured) and a couple that I purchased or got free in the Wedded to War Civil War series. Looking forward to them all now
hkeeney7398's review against another edition
3.0
I liked it until about halfway through. Then I honestly found it to be a little boring. However, I appreciated the fact that the girl and guy didnt end up together, proving that not all fiction has to be a romance.
comet65's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
amandasbookreview's review against another edition
4.0
One thing you can always expect from Jocelyn Green’s novels is the attention to historical detail. That goes for her newest book Between Two Shores. This book is about a woman named Catherine. She is both Mohawk and French. It is the year 1759 and her world is in the midst of the French and Indian War. When she was a child, she decided to leave her village and care for her father. She helps run trade throughout the area with both the French and the British. When the man she loved randomly appears after being gone for years, it flips her world upside down. She is torn between helping and ending the war or ignoring him and going on with her life. That is until someone tries to have him killed. Will she risk her life to help him escape? The more important question is, how will she protect her heart from being broken again?
Like I said earlier, the historical detail in this book is absolutely extraordinary! Readers can tell that the author devoted so much time into studying the history of this time period. The characters are fantastic as well. They are all so complex! Especially, Catherine. She spends the entire book trying to figure out where she fits in this world. I love how the book goes into depth about the Mohawk culture and her transition to French life. My only issue is that most of the story is detail and backstory. The real plot really doesn’t start until more than halfway through the book. I do love the detail but I was hoping for more plot development.
However, once the plot picks up the book is difficult to put down! I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars. The characters are phenomenal and really showcase the strength of women. The ending is unusual for this genre but completely satisfying!
Thank you Netgalley and Bethany House for a copy of the book!
Like I said earlier, the historical detail in this book is absolutely extraordinary! Readers can tell that the author devoted so much time into studying the history of this time period. The characters are fantastic as well. They are all so complex! Especially, Catherine. She spends the entire book trying to figure out where she fits in this world. I love how the book goes into depth about the Mohawk culture and her transition to French life. My only issue is that most of the story is detail and backstory. The real plot really doesn’t start until more than halfway through the book. I do love the detail but I was hoping for more plot development.
However, once the plot picks up the book is difficult to put down! I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars. The characters are phenomenal and really showcase the strength of women. The ending is unusual for this genre but completely satisfying!
Thank you Netgalley and Bethany House for a copy of the book!
cctblog's review against another edition
4.0
Set in Canada during the French & Indian War, Between Two Shores is the story of Catherine Duval, a mixed-race woman trying to straddle the line between being Mohawk and French. While the novel is about war, it's also about Catherine's family: her French father who abandoned the family; her sister Bright Star, who chose to remain with the Mohawk after their mother's death; her brother Joseph Many Feathers, a Mohawk warrior; and Thankful, a young English girl she ransomed after an Indian raid.
This story absolutely did not go where I expected it to, and I think it's much better for it. Still, I think it's worth noting that this is not a romance. I expected it to be, though that's a conclusion I jumped to on my own, as it's categorized as historical fiction. I think I would've enjoyed the book more had I not been expecting it to take a turn towards the romantic all the way through. The story that Green does tell, one of forgiveness and familial love, is truly beautiful.
I did get bogged down at the beginning of the book—I felt like the story dragged on without any real plot advancement for a while—but when I truly became engaged with the novel about 50% of the way through, I flew through the remaining chapters.
I absolutely adored the way Green chose to end the novel, giving the reader a glimpse into what the future holds for Catherine, Thankful, and Bright Star. Though I didn't realize it when I picked the book up, those three women are truly the heart of the novel.
Disclosure of material connection: I received this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review, and the opinions expressed are my own.
This story absolutely did not go where I expected it to, and I think it's much better for it. Still, I think it's worth noting that this is not a romance. I expected it to be, though that's a conclusion I jumped to on my own, as it's categorized as historical fiction. I think I would've enjoyed the book more had I not been expecting it to take a turn towards the romantic all the way through. The story that Green does tell, one of forgiveness and familial love, is truly beautiful.
I did get bogged down at the beginning of the book—I felt like the story dragged on without any real plot advancement for a while—but when I truly became engaged with the novel about 50% of the way through, I flew through the remaining chapters.
I absolutely adored the way Green chose to end the novel, giving the reader a glimpse into what the future holds for Catherine, Thankful, and Bright Star. Though I didn't realize it when I picked the book up, those three women are truly the heart of the novel.
Disclosure of material connection: I received this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review, and the opinions expressed are my own.