THE PRINCE AND HIS PILOT, THE REGENT’S DEVICES, Book 2, by Shelley Adina & R.E. Scott, A Regency Steampunk

 

1819 Truo, Cornwall & France!

Adventure, adventure, and more adventure. Lovejoy Penhale and Celeste La Blanchard can’t seem to get a break—and neither can Captain Arthur Trevelyan of Gwynn Place or his friend Emory Thorndyke of Trevithick Steam Works. This second novel in THE REGENT’S DEVICES series is difficult to put down! I love the strength and intelligence they all show when handling what I deem impossible situations!

Wintzen, La Croix, and Toussaint keep the tension high as they make Celeste and Loveday’s goals more difficult—if not edging on impossible! I enjoyed the glimpses of the Emperor, for Napoleon Bonaparte is a wild card for sure! The mix of actual history, fiction, and interesting characters is thrilling to me!

THE PRINCE'S PILOT was given to me for an honest review. It is my second Steampunk adventure to read. What a well-written and finely plotted story, sweetly romantic, and engaging to read. Shelley Adina and R.E. Scott absolutely shine brightly on the pages. Keep inventing such unforgettable characters and plots! This kind of story is the stuff that writers dream of writing and readers love to read!

These authors gave an excellent interview for book 1, THE EMPEROR’S AERONAUT, which I posted on 5/15/2022. I ask you to take a glimpse!

Regina & Shelley
We have a Pinterest board at https://www.pinterest.com/reginascottpins/the-regents-devices-steampunk-adventure/ where readers can see some inventions, clothing, and other pictures that inspired our stories.
 
Where do you want to meet your readers concerning social media?

Website: https://www.reginascott.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorreginascott
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Website: www.shelleyadina.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/magnificentdevices/
Twitter: @shelleyadina

Shelley Adnina

R. E. Scott

Amir Tsarfati and Steve Yohn join forces to write a thrilling suspense that will bring you right into the tensions of the Middle East. I’ve never shared a novel like this with you, but if you take a chance on reading OPERATION JOKTAN, I’m sure you will not be sorry. 

This intense story plot has skillful heroes and heroines who equal those of Mission Impossible and 007. Israelites, South Africans, Iranians, Iraqis, Kurds, and Palestinians are among those who make this story exciting and unique. Travel, high stakes, and national security make this a re-read for me. Tensions are high throughout and kept me on the edge of my seat as Nir Tavor and Nicole le Roux face challenges and personal struggles that would make lesser men and women crumble. 

Well done, Amir Tsarfati and Steve Yohn, for you held my interest and concern for the characters while they burrowed their way into my heart. I had to keep reading to find out what would happen next! 

If you like stories of courage and sacrifice that make you think on more than one level--OPERATION JOKTAN is the story for you!

 

The Authors

Amir Tsarfati

Steve Yohn

 

Rome Is Linked To The End Times | Jonathan Cahn Sermon

 PENS OF PRAISE

CHRISTIAN WRITERS GROUP 

Tuesday, July 19, 2022

6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

JITSI Conference

I will send the JITSI login information in our normal Pens Announcement for anyone wishing to attend. Any writer who has not attended Pens prior to this—please contact me at susanmarlenewrites@gmail.com at least a day before the meeting. I will send you the information needed to join the meeting.

 

Attend from…

 

Your home. Your choice of refreshments from your fridge! 😊

WHAT YOU MAKE IT facilitated by Susan Marlene.

Are you ready to write that dream project? The one that tickles you fancy like no other. Let’s talk shop and share ideas about getting started, running that extra mile, and crossing the finish line, so that you can share your heart with your readers!

Maybe we can spin some social media madness too? 😉

Be ready to learn some great info from each other and to have a lot of fun!

 

PROMPT: What do you want to write for your dream project? Tell us why this treasure of an idea captured your attention!

Inspired readers given excellent take-away = return readers!

We are a safe place to share, and Pens Meetings are free.

 

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to contact Becky McLafferty @ rebeccamclafferty@gmail.com or

Susan Marlene@ susanmarlenewrites@gmail.com

 

 

 

PENS OFPRAISE CHRISTIAN WRITERS MEETING -- MAY 18, 2022 -- 600 PM

                PENS OF PRAISE

CHRISTIAN WRITERS GROUP

Tuesday, may 17, 2022

 

6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

 

Meeting at Naomi’s Office

208 E. Reed Ave.

Manitowoc, WI  54220

 

 

"GUMSHOES & WHODUNITS" arise writers for Susan Marlene is facilitating our meeting this month. The mystery is the spice of life and story. Anticipation is half the fun —if we can write stories that make the sun shine ANEW on our circumstances. We will learn the structure for writing very short cozy mysteries and where to submit such stories. Come now let’s write with zing!

And a touch of mystery!

PROMPT:  Tell us about your favorite mystery from a novel, movie, or life.

Inspired readers given excellent take-away = return readers!

           We are a safe place to share and Pens Meetings are free.

 

As always, if you have any questions or concerns don’t hesitate to contact Becky McLafferty @ rebeccamclafferty@gmail.com or

Susan Marlene@ susanmarlenewrites@gmail.com

 

 

 

 

MAY HIS FACE SHINE UPON YOU: 90 BIBLICAL BLESSINGS for MOTHER and CHILD by Susie Larson

What a wonderful Mother's Day Gift! <3

Susie’s book is so affirming—uplifting. Words are definitely powerful, and we can add to the burdens or offer strength to others with the weight of our spoken words. I’ve been thinking about this a lot lately. What life and encouragement we bring to others and ourselves when we truly look at the wisdom of God’s Word, the Bible.

This book shares a special focus on relationships with the Lord and for mothers and children. I feel encouraged and grateful for the example that this book provides, and the selected scriptures are perfect for the blessings that Susie shares!
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I highly recommend this book for mothers and their children. Every book that Susie has written that I’ve had the pleasure to read has touched my heart and spirit in positive and uplifting ways. Her books have caused me to want to come up higher in my relationship with God and others in the most affirming and joyful way! I smile to think of how her readers are being strengthened in God and their walk toward Him! 

 

THE PERFECT MAIL-ORDER BRIDE by AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR, REGINA SCOTT

 Seattle, Washington, 1876

Ada Williamson has perfect intentions to soften the blow of her sister’s rejection of the mail-order bride proposal from Thomas Rankin. So, taking a trip to Seattle, Washington, to tell him that her sister jilted him, in the gentlest of terms, seems like the logical decision—until she sees the flowers and warm welcome. The crowd of men at the docks call his name—giving him unwelcome advice. She steps onto the wooden planks covered with crimson carpet as she leaves the boat to meet him. Thomas has spared no expense but he hushes the crowd with a look. She must tell him the sad and embarrassing news, but he mistakes her for her beautiful sister, Melinda. The overwhelming greeting locked her lips tight. How could she shame him in front of his neighbors? After all, she knew how that felt.

Thomas “Scout” Rankin has made his way in life because of the goldfields. He is wealthy and looking for a bride. The woman who wrote the letters to him seems perfect, but he wants her to be sure that she really wants him. His family history is enough to give anyone pause. He wants to take this relationship slowly and see if this could be a perfect match for him and his extraordinary mail-order bride. Something is off in the middle of feeling oh-so-right.

This tale shows the importance of those who are often passed by. These characters may be everyday people to the world, but the world can not contain their spirit. Challenges stimulate a response from these hardy personalities in interesting and entertaining ways. THE PERFECT MAIL-ORDER BRIDE entertained me and kept me turning pages. Many previous characters from the FRONTIER BACHELORS series appeared in a way that supported this story wonderfully well. Each remembered character made me smile and reminisce about some of my favorite stories written by Regina Scott.

THE PERFECT MAIL-ORDER BRIDE was given to me for an honest review, and I have done so. My but this story resonated and entertained! I’m eagerly awaiting the next book in this series. Yes, this is a story that I’m eager and excited to recommend! 

QUESTIONS FOR REGINA
 
Who was the trickiest character to write in THE PERFECT MAIL-ORDER BRIDE?
Thomas! I knew his character, because he had been in the previous series as a good friend of the main family. I knew how he’d grown. But I receive letters from readers frequently, begging to know when his story will be told, and I knew there were a lot of expectations riding on this book! I think—I hope—I did him justice!

What is the favorite flaw that you created in your hero?
His vulnerability. I don’t personally see that a flaw, but I imagine it would have been for him, especially in a time and place where men were expected to be rugged and above such things as doubts and disappointments. Thomas has had to carry a heavy burden with the reputation of his despicable father hanging over him. He had to learn to respect himself.

Was it amazing for you to revisit the characters you originally wrote in your FRONTIER BACHELORS series?
Absolutely! I went back and reread my own books, which is something I rarely do. Then I wove in little moments with some of my favorite characters, showing the changes in their lives too.

What message about THE PERFECT MAIL-ORDER BRIDE do you wish to share with our readers here today?
Never forget—no matter what you’ve done and who you think you are, there is a Father in heaven who loves you!

Do you have a favorite social media for your readers to visit so that they can get to know you?
I’d love to have you follow me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/authorreginascott.

Do you have any fun info on your website that would be of particular interest to those in love with THE PERFECT MAIL-ORDER BRIDE?
I started a page for Washington State pioneer legends, including a couple of real-life characters readers may recognize from the book. You can find it here: http://www.reginascott.com/pioneerlegends.html.

Ciara O’Rourke, the main character in the next book in this series, seems like she will have an interesting story to tell.  (I can hardly wait for the next book!) How did you come up with her name?
Ciara first appeared in Instant Frontier Family, when she and her younger brother, Aiden, traveled from New York to meet their older sister, Maddie, who is Seattle’s premiere baker. Maddie and her father immigrated from Ireland after the Potato Famine, though Ciara and Aiden were born in the U.S. With her having an Irish background, I went looking for an Irish name that fits in the time period. In my head, I heard See-AIR-a, but a friend with Irish family tells me it would have been pronounced something closer to Sharra. Either way, it fit her!

When will book 2 be published—not like I’m impatient or anything!   
I hope every reader is as eager! Her Frontier Sweethearts is available for preorder now and, if all goes to plan, will be out October 17, 2022.

​Thank you, Regina, for another wonderful interview! Blessings!