Challenge The Wind [Paperback]

Debra Tash (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 2, 2003

Matthew Smith seizes Sarah Lloyd and her family as prisoners on a clear autumn day. Leading a party of British deserters, he now holds the family hostage north of Saratoga, New York. The Americans have just won a decisive battle, the turning point in their revolution, but Matthew's turning point is yet to come.

On another battlefield in Pennsylvania, the Lloyd's oldest son struggles to find meaning in this war, while his twin sister remains trapped inside the British-occupied, rebel-capital of Philadelphia.

The fate of each one of these people will be forged together that brutal winter of 1777.

Awarded for excellence from...
The National Writers Association - Florida
Panhandle Professional Writers - Texas
CNW/FFWA - Florida State Writers
American Pen Women - San Francisco

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A wonderful story brimming with romance and adventure. Complex characters and surprising plot twists kept me riveted! What a page turner!"--Rosalie More, Author of Allegiance and Honor Among Thieves

"If you like a well-researched historical tale, then give Challenge The Wind a try. Highly recommended. The drama, action, and romance will keep you glued until the end."--Marianne LaCroix, Love Romances

"...A powerful American Revolutionary War tale that dispenses a deep look at the impact of war on a family and those who come into their circle. The novel captures the souls of the audience through its powerful characterizations. However, the key to this strong historical story is the underlying theme that no matter how noble the cause war is hell on not just the combatants, but the loved ones waiting behind for news that those they cherish still live."--Harriet Klausner, #1 Reviewer Amazon.com

"Readers who enjoy this time period and well-developed characters will appreciate Debra Tash's Challenge The Wind as an excellent read."--Deena Johnson, The Word On Romance --This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 274 pages
• Publisher: Amber Quill Press, LLC (June 2, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592799221
• ISBN-13: 978-1592799220
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,693,149 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars powerful American revolutionary War tale, July 6, 2003

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This review is from: Challenge The Wind (Paperback)

During the war in upstate New York between the American colonies and the British, Matthew Smith leads five British deserters on the lam. Needing help for his severely injured Sergeant Quinn, who as acted like a father to the frightened Matthew, he and three others break into a house where Sarah Lloyd, her two sons and her father reside. Matthew forces the hostages to tend to Quinn's wound. However, Sarah's nurturing changes Matthew into wanting to help her.

In Pennsylvania, Sarah's husband Jonathan and their son Adam fight for the colonies. When Jonathan dies in battle, Adam becomes numb to the death and injuries around him. This state of mind enables him to provide medical help to the injured.

In British occupied Philadelphia, Adam's twin Molly lives with her haughty Loyalist uncle and cunning cousin Stephen. A British officer, Major Allen moves in with them and he quickly finds himself attracted to Molly. She reciprocates, but he is British and she is American. Soon these five people will meet up with love being the only succor during an age of death.

CHALLENGE THE WIND is a powerful American revolutionary War tale that dispenses a deep look at the impact of war on a family and those who come into their circle. The novel captures the souls of the audience through its powerful characterizations. However, the key to this strong historical story is the underlying theme that no matter how noble the cause war is hell on not just the combatants, but the loved ones waiting behind for news that those they cherish still live.

Harriet Klausner

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding, March 12, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Challenge The Wind (Paperback)

What a WONDERFUL book! You root for the characters, grow to care about them and the tough choices they have to make -- even the enemies. There's a touch of religion in it, and even though I usually have an allergic reaction to that, in this case it fit and was perfect.

I'm not much on history lessons either, but the author manages to feed me facts about the war without making me lose interest or want to throw the book against the wall.

This really ought to be made available to a wider audience. It's lovely.