Wednesday, January 13, 2021

Review: The Tea Chest

The Tea Chest The Tea Chest by Heidi Chiavaroli
My rating: πŸ’›πŸ’›πŸ’›πŸ’›

This was really a great story! And the narrators were excellent and definitely added to my enjoyment - they delivered an emotionally rich narration of this story.

Emma’s story was filled with bravery, courage, heartbreak and love. There was scenes that made me cringe with what she had to endure.

Hayley’s story was also filled with heartbreak and some serious emotional baggage which she worked through as she discovered Emma’s story.

I did enjoy Emma’s story more and really felt that in her struggles and weaknesses, she was really a strong women. I also enjoyed learning about the Boston Tea party and the events around it in this entertaining fictional story, which was based on well researched facts.

I think Historical fans will totally love this story! 

*I listened to this on Scribd.*       

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About the book:

Boston, 1773
Emma Malcolm's father is staunchly loyal to the crown, but Emma's heart belongs to Noah Winslow, a lowly printer's assistant and Patriot. But her father has promised her hand to Samuel Clarke, a rapacious and sadistic man. As his fianc�e, she would have to give up Noah and the friends who have become like family to her--as well as the beliefs she has come to embrace.

After Emma is drawn into the treasonous Boston Tea Party, Samuel blackmails her with evidence that condemns each participant, including Noah. Emma realizes she must do whatever it takes to protect those she loves, even if it means giving up the life she desires and becoming Samuel's wife.

Present Day
Lieutenant Hayley Ashworth is determined to be the first woman inducted into the elite Navy SEALs. But before her dream can be realized, she must return to Boston in order to put the abuse and neglect of her childhood behind her. When an unexpected encounter with the man she once loved leads to the discovery of a tea chest and the document hidden within, she wonders if perhaps true strength and freedom are buried deeper than she first realized.

Two women, separated by centuries, must find the strength to fight for love and freedom. . . and discover a heritage of courage and faith.


About the author:


Heidi Chiavaroli is a writer, runner, and grace-clinger who could spend hours exploring places that whisper of historical secrets. She is an ACFW Carol Award winner and a Christy finalist. Both her debut novel, "Freedom's Ring" and her sophomore novel, "The Hidden Side" are Romantic Times Top Picks. "Freedom's Ring" was also a BOOKLIST Top Ten Romance Debut. She makes her home in Massachusetts with her husband and two sons. Visit her online at heidichiavaroli.com.

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