Saturday, March 15, 2014

I SPY WIT' ME LITTLE EYE






Ship's Log  03.15.2014                                                                         




THIS CONTEST BE OVER, MATEYS! WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON MONDAY! WHILE YER HERE, YE MIGHT AS WELL READ ABOUT THE RANSOM! ARRGH!
Ahoy Mateys! It be time fer another I SPY WIT' ME LITTLE EYE post! This be a special one, because it concerns the release of me Cap'n MaryLu Tyndall's newest book  THE RANSOM.





The Ransom
by MaryLu Tyndall



First of all, isn't this a gorgeous cover?! I love it! Secondly, I believe this book to be MaryLu at her best. Once again, she has written a story that will leave you wanting more. I love her pirate books and this, in my opinion, is my favorite one! It could possibly be my favorite out of ALL of her books!




About the author:



Acclaimed author, M.L. (MaryLu) Tyndall dreamt of pirates and sea-faring adventures during her childhood days on Florida's Coast. After obtaining a degree in Math and working as software engineer for 15 years, she decided to test the waters as a writer. With now more than fourteen books published, she makes no excuses for the deeply spiritual themes embedded within her romantic adventures. As a follower of Christ, her stories often reflect her own journey and walk with God. Her hope is that readers will not only be entertained but will be brought closer to the Creator who loves them beyond measure. In a culture that accepts the occult, wizards, zombies, and vampires without batting an eye, MaryLu hopes to show the awesome present and powerful acts of God in a dying world. A Christy award nominee, MaryLu makes her home with her husband, six children, and four cats on the California coast, where her imagination still surges with the sea.




I have read every one of MaryLu's books and I highly recommend them all! 



As for The Ransom, here is it's description, followed by my review and a link to purchase the paperback or ebook.



Description:

Port Royal, Jamaica 1692 

Living in a city deemed the wickedest in the world is no easy task for Miss Juliana Dutton. To make matters worse, with an ailing father and a drunken fool for a brother, she is forced to take over the running of the family business in order to survive. When a meddlesome suitor threatens to discover her secret and cast them all onto the streets, she agrees to a spurious engagement with the town buffoon, Lord Munthrope. She only hopes the man is trustworthy. 

The Pirate Earl, Alexander Hyde, son of the infamous Captain Edmund Merrick Hyde, is the most feared pirate in Port Royal. Disillusioned with the religion of his parents and the pleasures of the world, Alex staves off his emptiness by leading a dual life to hide his deepest secrets. 

A long-time enemy is out to destroy Alex and take Juliana for his own. Struggling to maintain her faith in the Divine, Juliana faces her problems bravely, but the harder she tries, the more it seems everything is working against her. Unwittingly, she and her weak fiancé become entangled in the hostility between the Pirate Earl and his enemy, while even more dangerous forces are rising up to destroy them all.




Does it have your interest yet? If not, check out my review:



I'm thirsty for more!


You have got to read this book! It will catch you from page one and keep you captive until the very end. Oh, why did it have to end?
I truly believe that this is MaryLu at her finest. I am so happy that she has once again dipped her quill into the ink of adventure upon the high seas, romance and let's not forget about the pirates!
The Ransom is Book Four in a series, but no worries if you haven't read the first three. This book can totally stand on it's own. However, I highly recommend reading the entire series.
The main characters (or what I like to call actors, because I feel like I am enjoying a movie rather than a book) are wonderfully written. The banter that goes back and forth between Alex and Juliana is priceless. I found myself laughing out loud while reading certain passages and totally blown away by the history unfolding before my eyes.
I really do not want to give away too much, so I will simply say.....”Hahaha!” “Oh my!” “Sniff sniff...” “Are you kidding me?!” “Wow, I didn't see that coming!” “Oh my!” (yes, again) “Praise be to God!” “Look out!” “Ha! You SO deserved that!”
I have read every book that MaryLu Tyndall has written. She has never disappointed me with her writing. Each book has brought me everything that I look for in a story....excitement, intrigue, humor, history, romance and most of all faith. Throughout her writing career, MaryLu has stayed true to her faith. I suppose this quote from the book sums it up for her:
“I have not chosen it. It has chosen me.”

Huzzah, MaryLu! Here's to many more adventures!


Jack Sparrow jack sparrow pirate caribbean


I truly believe that anyone who reads this book will not be disappointed....except for it leaving you wanting more. 


You can purchase the ebook HERE.   And the paperback HERE.

   





Now, for the giveaway. I will be giving away an ebook copy of The Ransom to one commenter. I will also be giving away one of my handmade, one-of-a-kind Exploding Picture Boxes to one commenter.....two prizes, two chances to win something. Below are pictures of the box to be given away. If you wish to enter, simply leave a comment with your NAME and EMAIL. It's that simple! This contest will run from March 15-March 22. Winners will be announced on Monday, March 24th. (ebook giveaway is for all, but the box giveaway is for US resident's only...unless winner agrees to pay postage)

If ye have already read the book, please mention in the comments how much you loved it, so that others can see how great of a read it is! Thanks!



THE RANSOM   Exploding Picture Box
(Love themed, to display photos of you and your love)



 I am holding the box in this picture to show it's actual size.


                                      


This shows how to place pictures in the box. There is room for 8 pictures. (or more, if you print them out really small.)There are three layers to the box. The first layer is just for looks. The other two layers are for your pictures. Like I mentioned, it's love themed, with love quotes on all layers. My granddaughter's picture is just an example used to show placement on the layers......She is a cutie, isn't she? 




So, there ye have it, Mateys! So begin yer commenting and please be spreadin' the word! 



Thanks fer comin' aboard! God bless!






31 comments:

  1. I love your review, Debbie. I am trying to wait for my paperback copy to arrive, but I have downloaded the Amazon sample and read that while I wait. I am very excited about this book.
    ~Amalie
    mommyauthor@gmail.com

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    1. Thanks fer comin' aboard, Amalie! You are goin' to love The Ransom. I can't read excerpts....too hard to wait for more. Yer in the drawing!

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  3. I have read The Ransom and absolutely LOVED IT!! I am a huge fan on MaryLu Tyndall and this is one of my favs by her by far! A must read that you will not be able to put down!!
    Ljbayer44@gmail.com

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    1. Thanks fer comin' aboard and thanks fer yer input on the book! Good luck in the drawing!

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  4. Hi, Debbie!!

    Thanks for the wonderful review and the giveaway opportunities - the box is beautiful!!

    I haven't read any of MaryLu's books, but am looking forward to them!!

    bonnieroof60(at)yahoo(dot)com

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    1. Oh Bonnie, yer in fer a real treat. I envy ye.....readin' MaryLu's books for the first time. Yer in the drawing! And thanks fer the compliment on my box.

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  5. I LOVED The Ransom! I had not read the first 3 books in the series, but found it to be absolutely mesmerizing! I have since read the first in the series and will continue with the next two and then reread The Ransom!
    Love the the box - would certainly love to have one :)
    bettimace at gmail dot com

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    1. Ahoy Betti! Good to see ye aboard! So happy yer enjoyin' the series. Good luck in the drawing!

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  6. Ahoy there maties!! An' a fine day it be here on the Caribbean! Many thanks to Chappy here for postin' about me new tale.. and fer craftin' such an adorable (can a pirate say adorable?) explodin' (now, that me likes the sound of!) box!! Bless ye, Chappy! Don't be settin' off that explodin' box afore ye give it away!
    Anyway, thanks to everyone who dropped by to comment!! I appreciate your support more than you know.. Hugs to all!

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    1. Ah, there be me Cap'n! Ahoy there, Cap'n, welcome aboard! I will do me best not to be settin' off the box too early.....hehehe....but ye never know wit' me trigger finger! LOL Thanks fer droppin' by, I truly do appreciate it! It be me pleasure to spread the word about yer writin'! Ye be the best author ever to sail the high seas! Hugs and God bless!

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  7. I am so glad others are taking over with blogs and facebook groups to keep our gal MaryLu writing! I've read most of her books and can never put them down. Only problem is, I pass on my books when I'm through, darn it! Thank you Miss Debbie for this giveaway!

    Melody Durant
    missionwife@hotmail.com

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    1. Ahoy there, Melody! Yes, it is wonderful how the crew has stepped up and performed their duties. I be very proud of them all! Best of luck in the drawing, Matey!

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  8. The Ransom sounds like an exciting book I am so looking forward to reading it. Loved your review! I have only read one of MaryLu's books, Forsaken Dreams. I liked it a lot. I have Elusive Dreams and will be reading it soon.
    may_dayzee(at)yahoo(dot)com

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    1. Welcome aboard, Kay! Forsaken Dreams is a great book and so is Elusive Hope. The third book in that series is releasing soon. MaryLu totally blew me away with The Ransom. I'm glad you enjoyed my review. Good luck in the drawing!

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  9. Chappy, loved your review of The Ransom! MaryLu really outdid herself this time. And like I've heard others say, I really like Captain Merrick, but Alex is such a sweetie. It's hard NOT to love him! So as you can tell, I've read The Ransom and can't wait for the next exciting installment in this awesome pirate series. Thank you for this wonderful drawing. The exploding box is gorgeous! :)

    bookwarp(at)gmail(dot)com

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    1. Ahoy Angi! Thanks fer comin' aboard! Didn't the Cap'n do a great job on this book?! Yer in the drawing, Matey!

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  10. This is awesome I'm going to download the first one tonight! Thanks I would have never known~ angelburns67@gmail.com

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    1. Hey Angel! Welcome to my blog! I think that you are going to enjoy MaryLu's books! Good luck in the drawing.

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  11. I just love your exploding boxes! So pretty! I haven't read The Ransom yet but I am anxiously awaiting my copy's arrival, can't wait to dive in!

    Blessings!
    Jasmine A.
    montanamade(at)gmail(dot)com

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    1. Hey Jasmine! Thanks and I can't wait for you to read The Ransom. Good luck in the drawing.

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  12. I am currently reading "The Ransom"! Enjoying every bit of it! Your exploding boxes are as always an amazing piece of work! You are truly gifted!

    ~ Tracy
    tlcfinch4(at)gmail(dot)com

    http://poetics-of-life.blogspot.com/

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    1. Awww.....Thanks Tracy. You need to move already..*wink wink*

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  13. I can't wait to read "The Ransom!" And that giveaway is really cool. :)

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    1. Hey Heather! Welcome aboard! Yer name be in the hat! Good luck!

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  14. As I said before, I love your review, especially the part where you list a lot of the reactions you had while reading :D And wow, a Captain Jack smiley face! Awesome :) No need to enter me, but I will share on Facebook and Twitter!! Can't wait to read this book myself!!!

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    1. Thanks for the shares, Sarah! I came across the Captain Jack while searching for pirate pictures. I can't wait for you to read The Ransom....it is Awesome!!!

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  15. My favorite series by MaryLu is Legacy of the King's Pirates! I am hoping to read No. 4 about Clarisse's son soon! I didn't even know you had a blog, it's really neat.

    - Rachel Weatherford, rmweatherford1s@gmail.com

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    1. Ahoy Rachel! Welcome aboard Matey! Good luck in the drawing!

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  16. Loved the review on Colonial Quills. You really whetted my appetite for the book.

    Judith Robl - jrlight620 at yahoo dot com

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    1. Hey Judith! Glad ye could stop by. Yer name be in the drawing!

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