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"Through Waters Deep" by Sarah Sundin
Aug. 14th, 2015 09:48 pm
Tension ran high in the United States in 1941. Europe and Asia were embroiled in another war, and Americans were divided about whether her military should be involved or remain neutral. Working as a secretary at the Boston Navy Yard, Mary Stirling has a front row seat to the construction of new battleships, and her ears are full of the rumors of sabotage among the workers.
When Jim Avery is assigned to a newly-commissioned ship in Boston, he's delighted when his paths cross with Mary, a childhood friend. Jim isn't looking for a relationship right before he ships out, but he's happy to see a familiar face and have someone to visit with on his days off. When Mary tells him about the sabotage rumors and her desire to do something to help gather evidence by inconspicuously using shorthand to record the conversations she overhears, Jim is full of encouragement.
Mary knows Jim was once in love with her best friend in high school, and now that Quintessa is newly single she is sure that the two will find their way to be together again. Quintessa is a "golden girl," full of sunshine and chatter, while Mary knows Jim could never be attracted to her silvery, quieter self. Still, feelings for him begin to grow as they rekindle their friendship, and his belief in her helps her have the confidence in herself that she needs.
As the days grow closer for Jim to ship out, he begins to realize that all his life he's drifted along without much effort. Born into a Navy family, Jim did work for his commission but he also didn't think too much about it. He realizes that while it would be easy to float through life, he's going to miss out on what he really wants if he continues to let the winds blow him where they may. But before he can chart his course and pursue the woman who has captured his heart, the dangerous saboteurs and friends from the past will both come along to try to disrupt his newly made plans.
I enjoyed this book tremendously! Both Mary and Jim had strong inner turmoil which drew me in and made me cheer for them. The action was exciting and well-written, and faith and Biblical principles were woven in seamlessly. I had a very hard time putting this book down and easily could have read it in one sitting. This is only the second book I've read by Sarah Sundin, but it won't be the last!
I received my copy of the book from LitFuse Publicity in exchange for this honest review. All opinions are my own. If you would like to read what other people are saying about "Through Waters Deep," click here.
Dive into Sarah Sundin's explosive new series, Waves of Freedom, with book one, Through Waters Deep. When evidence of sabotage on the Atwood is found, Jim and Mary must work together to uncover the culprit. A bewildering maze of suspects emerges, and Mary is dismayed to find that even someone close to her is under suspicion. With the increasing pressure, Jim and Mary find that many new challenges–and dangers–await them in the midst of their budding romance.
Join Sarah in celebrating the release of Through Waters Deep by entering to win an Anchors Aweigh prize pack!
One grand prize winner will receive:
Enter today by clicking the icon below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on August 24th. The winner will be announced August 25th on Sarah's blog.
As the days grow closer for Jim to ship out, he begins to realize that all his life he's drifted along without much effort. Born into a Navy family, Jim did work for his commission but he also didn't think too much about it. He realizes that while it would be easy to float through life, he's going to miss out on what he really wants if he continues to let the winds blow him where they may. But before he can chart his course and pursue the woman who has captured his heart, the dangerous saboteurs and friends from the past will both come along to try to disrupt his newly made plans.
I enjoyed this book tremendously! Both Mary and Jim had strong inner turmoil which drew me in and made me cheer for them. The action was exciting and well-written, and faith and Biblical principles were woven in seamlessly. I had a very hard time putting this book down and easily could have read it in one sitting. This is only the second book I've read by Sarah Sundin, but it won't be the last!
I received my copy of the book from LitFuse Publicity in exchange for this honest review. All opinions are my own. If you would like to read what other people are saying about "Through Waters Deep," click here.
Dive into Sarah Sundin's explosive new series, Waves of Freedom, with book one, Through Waters Deep. When evidence of sabotage on the Atwood is found, Jim and Mary must work together to uncover the culprit. A bewildering maze of suspects emerges, and Mary is dismayed to find that even someone close to her is under suspicion. With the increasing pressure, Jim and Mary find that many new challenges–and dangers–await them in the midst of their budding romance.
Join Sarah in celebrating the release of Through Waters Deep by entering to win an Anchors Aweigh prize pack!
One grand prize winner will receive:
- A copy of Through Waters Deep
- A nautical tote bag
- A set of compass rose notecards
- A "Hope Anchors the Soul" journal
- A Boston Tea Party earl grey tea set
- A Through Waters Deep apron
- A set of nautical tea towels
Enter today by clicking the icon below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on August 24th. The winner will be announced August 25th on Sarah's blog.
