Review and Giveaway: The River Queen by Stephenia H McGee

Book Description: 

 

River pirates, a stolen steamboat, and a deadly chase down the Mississippi—but falling in love might be the real adventure.

When river pirates attack and steal his steamboat, Emmett Carter barely escapes. Rescued and transported to a magnificent world of glitz and showbiz aboard a flashy showboat, Emmett is immediately captivated by something more than recovering his lost inheritance—The River Queen’s beautiful, but quirky, songbird.

Anola Flynn, the star singer on The River Queen, is struggling to keep the business running as attendance dwindles during the 1923 season. With her dreams of saving the family legacy—and the only life she’s ever known—slipping away, she forges an alliance with Emmett to keep her family afloat.

Now, to outsmart the gangsters chasing them, Anola and Emmett must wade through a dark current of deception and betrayal to save not only their dreams, but everyone they care about, from sinking deeper into the Mississippi River.

Buy Links:

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Direct from Author (plus read early Sept 26 when you buy direct): Ebook, Audiobook, Paperback (US & International

Amazon (Available Oct. 10): https://www.amazon.com/River-Queen-Christian-Historical-Romances-ebook/dp/B0C8L8DXPN

Barnes and Noble (Available Oct 10): https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-river-queen-stephenia-h-mcgee/1143824046

Kobo(Available Oct. 10): https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/the-river-queen-1

Author Bio:

Stephenia H. McGee is a multi-published author of stories of faith, hope, and healing set in the Deep South. She lives in Mississippi, where she is a mom of two rambunctious boys, writer, dreamer, and husband spoiler. Her novel The Cedar Key was a 2021 Faith, Hope, and Love Readers’ Choice award winner. A member of the ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers) and the DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution), she loves all things books and history. Stephenia also loves connecting with readers and can often be found having fun with her Faithful Readers Team on Facebook. For more on books and upcoming events and to connect with Stephenia, visit her at www.StepheniaMcGee.com.

 

Giveaway: 

https://kingsumo.com/g/bynmp1/the-river-queen-release-giveaway

My Review: 

The River Queen is the exciting start to talented author, Stephenia H McGee’s River Romances series. I adored Emmett and Anola’s story and traveling back in time to the 1920s era with them. I was fascinated with what transpired on the Mississippi River. I loved the addition of mystery and suspense that kept me intrigued from start to finish. I found it was a fabulous read to spend a few beautiful mornings on my back deck.

I am giving The River Queen a very well deserved five plus stars. I highly recommend it for readers who enjoy reading clean historical romantic fiction. I am eagerly waiting for the second installment from the River Romances series, Moonlight on the Mississippi.

I received a digital copy of Stephenia H McGee’s The River Queen from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion. 

Review: The Swindler's Daughter by Stephenia H McGee

Blurb: 

A surprise inheritance. A cache of family secrets. A choice that will change her life forever.

Lillian Doyle has lived her entire high-society life with her widowed mother, believing her father died long ago. But when news arrives that her estranged father only recently passed away--in jail--Lillian is startled to find that the man has left a business and all of his possessions to her, making her a rather unusual heiress.

When she goes to take possession of her father's house in a backwoods Georgia town, the dilapidated structure is already occupied by another woman who claims it was promised to her son, Jonah. In her attempts to untangle the mess, Lillian will discover not only a family she never knew she had but a family business that is more than meets the eye--and has put a target on her back.

To discover the truth and take hold of the independence she's always dreamed of, she'll have to make friends with adversaries and strangers--especially Jonah, the dusty and unrefined cowboy who has secret aspirations of his own.

 

Purchase link:  

https://bakerbookhouse.com/products/492093

Click here for a sneak peek of The Swindler's Daughter!

Author Bio:  

Stephenia H. McGee is a multi-published author of stories of faith, hope, and healing set in the Deep South. She lives in Mississippi, where she is a mom of two rambunctious boys, writer, dreamer, and husband spoiler. Her novel The Cedar Key was a 2021 Faith, Hope, and Love Readers’ Choice award winner. A member of the ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers) and the DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution), she loves all things books and history. Stephenia also loves connecting with readers and can often be found having fun with her Faithful Readers Team on Facebook. For more on books and upcoming events and to connect with Stephenia, visit her at www.StepheniaMcGee.com.  

My Review: 

I have always loved reading books from Stephenia H McGee and was excited to have the opportunity to read her newest release, The Swindler's Daughter. I was far from being disappointed. This is one of my favorites I have read by her and one of the top ten reads of the year for me. I adored the characters, Jonah and Lillian. I loved the setting and thought the plot to be a unique one that had me delightfully entertained from start to finish.  

I am giving The Swindler's Daughter a very well deserved five plus stars. I highly recommend it for readers and fans of clean historical romance. As always, I will be looking for more stories like this from Stephenia H McGee in the future. 

I received a paperback copy of The Swindler's Daughter from the publisher, but was not required to write a review, nor a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.

Cover Reveal: The Swindler's Daughter by Stephenia H McGee

Title: The Swindler's Daughter

Book description: 

Lillian Doyle has lived her entire high-society life with her widowed mother, believing her father died long ago. But when news arrives that her estranged father only recently passed away--in jail--Lillian is startled to find that the man has left a business and all of his possessions to her, making her a rather unusual heiress.

When she goes to take possession of her father's house in a backwoods Georgia town, the dilapidated structure is already occupied by another woman who claims it was promised to her son, Jonah. In her attempts to untangle the mess, Lillian will discover not only a family she never knew she had but a family business that is more than meets the eye--and has put a target on her back.

To discover the truth and take hold of the independence she's always dreamed of, she'll have to make friends with adversaries and strangers--especially Jonah, the dusty and unrefined cowboy who has secret aspirations of his own.

Release Date: May 2, 2023

Link to pre-order:  https://bakerbookhouse.com/products/492093

Author Bio:

Stephenia H. McGee is a multi-published author of stories of faith, hope, and healing set in the Deep South. She lives in Mississippi, where she is a mom of two rambunctious boys, writer, dreamer, and husband spoiler. Her novel The Cedar Key was a 2021 Faith, Hope, and Love Readers’ Choice award winner. A member of the ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers) and the DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution), she loves all things books and history. Stephenia also loves connecting with readers and can often be found having fun with her Faithful Readers Team on Facebook. For more on books and upcoming events and to connect with Stephenia, visit her at www.StepheniaMcGee.com.

Spotlight Tour The Secrets of Emberwild by Stephenia H McGee

Book Description:

A gifted trainer in a time women are not allowed to race, Nora Fenton prefers horses to men. They're easier to handle, they're more reliable, and they never tell her what to do. After her father's passing, Nora is determined to save her struggling horse farm, starting with entering her prize colt into the harness races at the 1905 Mississippi Fair. If she wins, she may have a chance at independence. But when a stranger arrives and starts asking disconcerting questions, she suspects he may have other motives than unseating her in the training job that is rightfully hers.

Silas Cavallero will do whatever it takes to solve the mystery of his father's death--even if it means training an unwieldy colt for Nora, who wants nothing more than to see him gone. But when mysterious accidents threaten their safety and circumstances shrouded in secrets begin unlocking clues to his past, Silas will have to decide if the truth is worth risking ruining everything for the feisty woman he's come to admire.


Buy links:

Baker Book House (40% off paperbacks and free shipping) https://bakerbookhouse.com/products/435957
Amazon:https://amzn.to/3oAC3B5
B&N: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-secrets-of-emberwild-stephenia-h-mcgee/1141012121
Christian Book: https://www.christianbook.com/.../9781493438884/pd/122100EB

Author Bio:

Stephenia H. McGee is a multi-published author of stories of faith, hope, and healing set in the Deep South. She lives in Mississippi, where she is a mom of two rambunctious boys, writer, dreamer, and husband spoiler. Her novel The Cedar Key was a 2021 Faith, Hope, and Love Readers’ Choice award winner. A member of the ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers) and the DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution), she loves all things books and history. Stephenia also loves connecting with readers and can often be found having fun with her Faithful Readers Team on Facebook. For more on books and upcoming events and to connect with Stephenia, visit her at www.StepheniaMcGee.com.






My Review:

I have adored reading previous books written by Stephenia H McGee and was excited to have the opportunity to read her latest release, The Secrets of Emberwild. How is it possible that her books just keep getting better and better? This is definitely among my favorites that I have read of hers to date. I admired Nora so much with her determination, bravery and courage. I especially loved her in the scenes with Silas. I am so happy to have gone back in time to the early twentieth century and taking an adventure with them. 

I am giving The Secrets of Emberwild five plus stars. I believe fans of clean historical romance will love as much as I did. As always, I will be eagerly waiting for stories written by the Stephenia H. McGee in the future. 

I received a paperback copy of The Secrets of Emberwild from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.

Cover Reveal: The Secrets of Emberwild by Stephenia H. McGee

 

The Secrets of Emberwild

Expected Release - October 4, 2022

Publisher - Revell

Blurb:
A gifted trainer in a time women are not allowed to race, Nora Fenton prefers horses to men. They're easier to handle, they're more reliable, and they never tell her what to do. After her father's passing, Nora is determined to save her struggling horse farm, starting with entering her prize colt into the harness races at the 1905 Mississippi Fair. If she wins, she may have a chance at independence. But when a stranger arrives and starts asking disconcerting questions, she suspects he may have other motives than unseating her in the training job that is rightfully hers.

Silas Cavallero will do whatever it takes to solve the mystery of his father's death--even if it means training an unwieldy colt for Nora, who wants nothing more than to see him gone. But when mysterious accidents threaten their safety and circumstances shrouded in secrets begin unlocking clues to his past, Silas will have to decide if the truth is worth risking ruining everything for the feisty woman he's come to admire.

Stephenia H. McGee - 

Hi! I'm Stephenia H. McGee, bestselling author and winner of the Faith, Hope, and Love Readers' Choice award.

I write clean historical, time-travel, and contemporary fiction. My heart-stirring romances are filled with faith, hope, and healing--with a dash of humor mixed in!

All of my books are clean and wholesome, meaning you won't find any type of explicit content here. Each story contains a Christian theme.

I'm a mom of two rambunctious boys, writer, dreamer, and husband spoiler. Visit me at www.StepheniaMcGee.com for books and updates.

Buy Links: 

Revell Publishing 

Amazon 

Barnes & Noble 

Spotlight and Review: A Colonial Courtship by Stephenia H McGee

Blurb: 

Sometimes time travel is just the miracle you need. Unless it sends you to the last place you want to go.

Abigail Martin needs a miracle. After a crushing family secret stole her job, her apartment, and her future, she escapes her ruined life and risks a return to her hometown. Hints from a trusted friend that a mysterious bed and breakfast could grant her deepest desires lead her to rent a room. But when her former crush—a man she’s spent months avoiding—won’t leave her side, they both end up facing more than just the past she tried to escape.

Evan Blake finally has a second chance to win his first love, and he won’t let a little thing like her refusal stand in his way. When Abigail’s insistence on staying at a weird inn dumps them in Colonial Boston on the doorstep of the Revolutionary War, suddenly finding a way to ask her out seems the least of his worries. Despite the bizarre and unimaginable challenges of the 1700s, he refuses to give up on capturing her heart. But will finding their way home mean losing her forever?

♥ The Back Inn Time series short novels are fun, faith-filled stories of what it might be like to suddenly experience life in a different time. These clean historical romances are packed with humor and adventure. Perfect for fans of dual timeline or time slip stories and Christian historical romance, these books answer the question every historical fiction fan wonders—what would it be like if I went back to that time? If you enjoy the wholesomeness of Amish, Western, or frontier fiction and adore romantic comedies, then a visit to a seaside Victorian inn where you can “step back inn time and leave your troubles behind!” is for you.

Purchase Link: 

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08T5VH863 Will be available in ebook (Kindle Unlimited, also), audiobook, and paperback.

Author Bio: 

Best-selling author of Christian novels, Stephenia H. McGee writes stories of faith, hope, and healing set in the Deep South. When she's not twirling around in hoop skirts, reading, or sipping sweet tea on the front porch, she's a homeschool mom of two boys, writer, dreamer, and husband spoiler. Visit her at www.StepheniaMcGee.com for books and updates.

My Review: 

A Colonial Courtship is the third installment from The Back Inn Time series, by Stephenia H McGee. I really enjoyed this time travel historical romance. I loved Abigail and Evan’s story. I was hooked right from the start. They had great chemistry and I enjoyed having a chance of taking this journey with them.  

I am giving A Colonial Courtship a very well deserved five plus stars. I highly recommend it for readers who enjoy reading a good time travel historical romance. They, also, will not want to miss the previous books from The Back Inn Time series. 

I received a digital copy of A Colonial Courtship from the author, but was not required to write a review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.

Blog Tour: A Wagon Train Weekend: A Time Travel Romance by Stephenia H McGee

A Wagon Train Weekend: A Time Travel Romance

Back Inn Time Series book 1

Release date: March 9, 2021

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08NF4S2LC

Blurb:

It was just one night at a Victorian B&B. Until they woke up in 1857.

Collette Donaldson never should have taken her boyfriend to her cousin’s wedding. Or introduced him to her parents. After a disastrous weekend, all she wants is to get back home and sort out the mess that had once been their relationship. A heartbreaking fight, a flat tire, and an inconvenient storm force her and Seth to stay the night at a quaint bed and breakfast. But when Collette finds an antique photograph of herself, circumstances quickly shift from weird to unimaginable.

Seth Stone was ready to propose. Now he isn’t sure if he and Collette even have a relationship. People he'd never want to be his in-laws, an irritable girlfriend, and now he has to spend the night in a creepy old Victorian inn. He should have never wondered how things could possibly get worse. When they wake up stranded on a wagon train in 1857, Seth is determined to get home. But the only way to get out of the past is to face the problems stealing their future.

★The Back Inn Time books are standalone Christian time travel romances and can be read in any order. Each book features new characters who travel to different eras throughout history.

You can find out more about Stephenia here:

Facebook

Amazon

Website

BookBub

Stephenia's Faithful Readers Team

My Review: 

I found A Wagon Train Weekend to be a great and entertaining read. I enjoyed reading this short book. I adored Collette right from the start. She was a fun character and a pleasure getting to know. Especially, when she was interacting with Seth. 

I am giving A Wagon Train Weekend four and a half stars. I recommend it for readers who enjoy clean time travel, historical, and romance. I thought it was definitely worth a read and not to be missed. 

I received A Wagon Train Weekend from the publisher. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.

Cover Reveal: A Wagon Train Weekend by Stephenia H McGee

 Book 1: A Wagon Train Weekend: A Time Travel Romance

Back Inn Time Series book 1

Release date: March 9, 2021

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08NF4S2LC

Blurb: 

It was just one night at a Victorian B&B. Until they woke up in 1857.

Collette Donaldson never should have taken her boyfriend to her cousin’s wedding. Or introduced him to her parents. After a disastrous weekend, all she wants is to get back home and sort out the mess that had once been their relationship. A heartbreaking fight, a flat tire, and an inconvenient storm force her and Seth to stay the night at a quaint bed and breakfast. But when Collette finds an antique photograph of herself, circumstances quickly shift from weird to unimaginable.

Seth Stone was ready to propose. Now he isn’t sure if he and Collette even have a relationship. People he'd never want to be his in-laws, an irritable girlfriend, and now he has to spend the night in a creepy old Victorian inn. He should have never wondered how things could possibly get worse. When they wake up stranded on a wagon train in 1857, Seth is determined to get home. But the only way to get out of the past is to face the problems stealing their future.

♥ The Back Inn Time series books are fun, faith-filled stories of what it might be like to suddenly experience life in a different time. These clean historical romances are packed with humor and adventure. Perfect for fans of dual timeline or time slip stories and Christian historical romance, these books answer the question ever historical fiction fan wonders—what would it be like if I went back to that time? If you enjoy the wholesomeness of Amish, Western, or frontier fiction and adore romantic comedies, then a visit a seaside Victorian inn where you can “step back inn time and leave your troubles behind!” is for you.

Review and Giveaway: Missing Mercy by Stephenia H McGee

Missing Mercy – Releasing October 1, 2019

Tagline: 
Mercy is missing, Faith is floundering Only truth can lead them to freedom.

Blurb:

The venture ahead could leave their friendship behind.

Made a safe-haven after the Civil War, Ironwood Plantation is a refuge of equality for former slaves. But twenty years and a new generation later, they have become an isolated community with little contact with the rest of the world.

Mercy Carpenter is everything the world thinks she shouldn’t be. Educated and adventurous, she longs to make a life for herself beyond the beautiful prison of Ironwood. When she secretly submits an article to the Boston Globe under a man’s name and receives an enthusiastic response and an offer for employment, she’s determined to take advantage of the opportunity. But she isn’t prepared for a startling world that won’t accept her color or her gender, and her ambitions soon land her in grave danger.

The privileged daughter of a plantation owner and an aspiring suffragette, Faith Harper is determined not to marry. Especially not her father’s opportunistic new business partner. She doesn’t want any man telling her what to do, least of all the annoyingly chivalrous Nolan Watson. But when Mercy goes missing, Faith will do anything to find her best friend, even if it means trusting a man she doesn’t understand. In a time where prejudices try to define them, Mercy and Faith must push the boundaries of their beliefs and trust in the God who holds the keys to freedom.

Link to purchase Missing Mercy: http://www.stepheniamcgee.com/books/missing-mercy/

Book 1, The Whistle Walk - Now on sale through the blog tour for just $0.99! http://www.stepheniamcgee.com/books/the-whistle-walk/

Book 2, Heir of Hope - Now on sale through the blog tour for just $0.99! http://www.stepheniamcgee.com/books/heir-of-hope/

About Stephenia H. McGee

Winner of the 2012 RONE Best Inspirational Book of the year (2012) and author of six Historical novels, Stephenia H. McGee has a fascination with hoop skirts and ball gowns, Greek revival homes and horse-drawn carriages, quirky Southern sayings, and home-grown recipes. She currently lives in Mississippi with her husband and two boys, (accompanied by their two spoiled dogs and mischievous cat) where she writes stories of faith, redemption, and stories steeped in the South. 

Visit her website at www.StepheniaMcGee.com and be sure to sign up for the newsletter to get sneak peeks, behind the scenes fun, the occasional recipe, and special offers.

FaceBook: Join Stephenia H. McGee’s Faithful Reader Team to find out the latest on what is going on in her writing and chat about book-related topics.

Twitter: @StepheniaHMcGee

Pinterest: Stephenia H. McGee

Blog Tour Giveaway 

http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/0727a5083/

One winner will receive the Blog tour giveaway(US mailing address only): Signed paperback copies of The Whistle Walk and Heir of Hope (Ironwood Plantation Family Saga books one and two), Mississippi made cheese straws, handmade leather Jer. 28:11 bookmark, handcrafted specialty soaps, Southern Sisters mandarin orange pepper spread, and Thomas Jefferson quote “I cannot live without books” spiral earrings.

My Review: 

I have enjoyed the Ironwood Plantation Family Saga to date. The third book, Missing Mercy, does not disappoint. I loved Faith and Mercy’s story. These two best friends are brave and admirable women. Their faith and determination made me want to keep reading to find out what was going to happen to them next. I could not put the book down until I was completely finished in one sitting. I loved it!

Missing Mercy is getting a well deserved five plus stars from me. I highly recommend this Christian Historical Fiction for readers who enjoy a beautifully written and clean read. I look forward to reading more by Stephenia H McGee in the future. 

I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion. 

Spotlight: Missing Mercy by Stephenia H McGee

Missing Mercy – Releasing October 1, 2019

Tagline: 
Mercy is missing, Faith is floundering Only truth can lead them to freedom.

Blurb:

The venture ahead could leave their friendship behind.

Made a safe-haven after the Civil War, Ironwood Plantation is a refuge of equality for former slaves. But twenty years and a new generation later, they have become an isolated community with little contact with the rest of the world.

Mercy Carpenter is everything the world thinks she shouldn’t be. Educated and adventurous, she longs to make a life for herself beyond the beautiful prison of Ironwood. When she secretly submits an article to the Boston Globe under a man’s name and receives an enthusiastic response and an offer for employment, she’s determined to take advantage of the opportunity. But she isn’t prepared for a startling world that won’t accept her color or her gender, and her ambitions soon land her in grave danger.

The privileged daughter of a plantation owner and an aspiring suffragette, Faith Harper is determined not to marry. Especially not her father’s opportunistic new business partner. She doesn’t want any man telling her what to do, least of all the annoyingly chivalrous Nolan Watson. But when Mercy goes missing, Faith will do anything to find her best friend, even if it means trusting a man she doesn’t understand. In a time where prejudices try to define them, Mercy and Faith must push the boundaries of their beliefs and trust in the God who holds the keys to freedom.

Link to purchase Missing Mercy: http://www.stepheniamcgee.com/books/missing-mercy/

Book 1, The Whistle Walk - Now on sale through the blog tour for just $0.99! http://www.stepheniamcgee.com/books/the-whistle-walk/

Book 2, Heir of Hope - Now on sale through the blog tour for just $0.99! http://www.stepheniamcgee.com/books/heir-of-hope/

About Stephenia H. McGee

Winner of the 2012 RONE Best Inspirational Book of the year (2012) and author of six Historical novels, Stephenia H. McGee has a fascination with hoop skirts and ball gowns, Greek revival homes and horse-drawn carriages, quirky Southern sayings, and home-grown recipes. She currently lives in Mississippi with her husband and two boys, (accompanied by their two spoiled dogs and mischievous cat) where she writes stories of faith, redemption, and stories steeped in the South. 

Visit her website at www.StepheniaMcGee.com and be sure to sign up for the newsletter to get sneak peeks, behind the scenes fun, the occasional recipe, and special offers.

FaceBook: Join Stephenia H. McGee’s Faithful Reader Team to find out the latest on what is going on in her writing and chat about book-related topics.

Twitter: @StepheniaHMcGee

Pinterest: Stephenia H. McGee

Blog Tour Giveaway 

http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/0727a5083/

One winner will receive the Blog tour giveaway(US mailing address only): Signed paperback copies of The Whistle Walk and Heir of Hope (Ironwood Plantation Family Saga books one and two), Mississippi made cheese straws, handmade leather Jer. 28:11 bookmark, handcrafted specialty soaps, Southern Sisters mandarin orange pepper spread, and Thomas Jefferson quote “I cannot live without books” spiral earrings.