Against the Tide
Written by Kat Martin
Narrated by Jack Garrett
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Kat Martin
Top ten New York Times bestselling author Kat Martin is a graduate of the University of California Santa Barbara. Residing with her Western-author husband, L.J. Martin, in Missoula, Montana, Kat has written 70 Historical and Contemporary Romantic Suspense novels. More than 17 million of her books are in print and she has been published in twenty foreign countries. Kat is currently hard at work on her next novel.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Wrapped in a contemporary love story this book includes false identities, secrets, murders, and a terrorist plot - it’s fast pace kept me interested from beginning to end.Rafe Brodie and Olivia Chandler have been eying and circling one another for months while trying to avoid the chemistry that exists between them. The two are well matched with wonderful back stories; their romance is believable and all that this reader could ask for. All of the characters in this story are well developed, interesting and each adds to the story in his or her own way…including the two four legged ones with fur. This is the first book I have read by this author but I do not believe it will be my last. Thank you goes to Net Galley and Kensington Books for giving me the opportunity of reading and reviewing this wonderful book.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Kat Martin always delivers a top-notch story. Her descriptions of Valdez Alaska make you want to visit. The story keeps you guessing and the sense of humor make the read enjoyable.Description: Liv Chandler is running for her life, and the cops haven’t been able to do a thing to help. But there’s one man who makes her feel safe, no matter what…rugged charter boat captain Rafe Brodie.To Rafe, Liv is a beautiful mystery, one he can’t ignore. He means to unearth her secrets, and in the process, if luck is on his side, maybe the spark between them will ignite.But Liv’s past is more dangerous than Rafe could guess, and when his first mate turns up dead, she fears that she’s next. That there’s something else coming she can’t see. That even Rafe and the remote village of Valdez, Alaska can’t protect her forever…
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Excellent romantic suspense! As with all Kat Martin's books, the writing is flawless with a great pace,storyline, and characters. The chemistry between Rafe and Liv jumps from the pages. Liv and her secrets are just some of the secrets Rafe needs to unravel. Finding a murderer is another. Definitely a great read and one I highly recommend.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5So, another series that I jump into any old place. That is not a problem, because the story is very contained as to people, location and time. I like romantic stories with strong women and intelligent men. We have terrorists, murder, people on the run from injustice and small tourist town activities. It's a nice mix and conclude sweetly.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5There were some parts that I found the female heroine annoying but overall I loved the story and the characters and will be reading more from this author.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5This romance falls into the categories of inspirational and historical. I enjoyed learning about the naval intelligence part of the story and also more about the effect of the opium trade in the US. The religious parts of this book were worked in well with the story, so it sounded natural for the characters. All in all, it was a good read and I can see why it won so many awards.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5This author swung away and it was a brilliant move! I have a tendency to believe that viewers - even those seeking a female lead - are harsh judges when it comes to the female protagonist. Camden didn't even try to give her character "super" characteristics. She obviously investigated the time period and injected a very believable weakness - opium addiction, which was the source of her strength and determination throughout the book to help eradicate the drug .
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Enjoyable, adventurous, and emotionally satisfying is how I would describe this historical romance. Lydia is proud of her life as an independent woman who has managed to create a comfortable life for herself after having been raised in an orphanage. This is even more remarkable considering that it is 1891 and Lydia works for a translator for the U.S. Navy--the only female at her Boston office. When the mysterious Alexander Banebridge visits the office, Lydia is curious as to his motives--yet cannot resist the chance to do some extra translating work since money is tight. When Banebridge draws her into his private war against opium Lydia learns that her translating work can have dangerous consequences. Lydia is willing to take some risks however, not just for financial gain, but also to get closer to the increasingly attractive Alexander Banebridge.I think I have a found a new author in the Christian fiction genre that I will have to follow. I liked her creation of Lydia--a strong, intellectual, stubborn yet vulnerable heroine who overcame great odds to obtain her goals. I also enjoyed seeing her open up gradually to the spiritual side of life as she learned to trust in an unseen God. Banebridge was an irritating foil for her at times, but it all turned out well in the end and the author led us on quite an adventure which was quite enjoyable. I also enjoyed learning a bit about the infuence of opium on our society--it was once included in "soothing syrups" for children-who knew?! Highly suggested for fans of historical romances with strong female heroines. I
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5By the time Lydia was nine years old she could speak Italian, Greek, Turkish and Croatian, but not English. She had never gone to school because she and her family had lived on various boats, surviving by fishing. By 1876 the family was living in Boston and Lydia's wish to attend school was finally granted. Against the Tide, by Elizabeth Camden, is the story of a remarkable child who matures into an extraordinary woman. A tragedy leads to Lydia's placement in an orphanage. Eventually, due to her skill with languages, she finds employment with the US Navy as a translator. She lives a tidy and orderly life. This changes once she meets her employer's associate, Alexander Banebridge (also known as Bane). Bane is a man on a mission to stop the opium trade. Because he is in need of a translator he hires Lydia to translate documents. He has convinced himself there is no room for romance in his life and Lydia finds him to be arrogant. He needs her services and she needs the money he pays her. Over time Lydia wants to become a part of seemingly unattainable Bane's life. When Bane's nemesis commits a vile act he turns to Lydia for help. She agrees to assist him and as a result she comes to face the challenges of a lifetime.Lydia and Bane each thought they knew what they wanted for themselves, but then they met each other. Reluctant at first, they each took emotional risks. While the story is about opium it is also about courage and determination. The author has skillfully developed interesting characters who often surprise the reader. Bad things happen and the suspense level is high which makes for a fast moving and highly readable novel. I found this to be a well crafted story.I received this book free of charge and I give this review of my own free will.
- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Elizabeth Camden is another new to me author. I was recently privileged to read her newest release, Against the Tide. This book was very intriguing combing mystery, murder, kidnapping and a daring rescue. Lydia Pallas has not had an easy life. She has been on her own since she was 9 years old. After surviving the orphanage, she landed a great job with the Navy Yard because of her grasp of other languages. She is an orderly girl who doesn't appreciate it when things are not kept in their place. It is here at the Navy Yard that Lydia meets a dashing, young man named Alexander Banebridge, a.k.a Bane. He loves messing with Lydia's order and getting under her skin. Bane is on a mission to help destroy the stronghold of opium that has gained access into American homes. When Lydia volunteers to help his cause, she gets more than she bargained for. I did enjoy reading this novel. It opened up a subject that I had no idea about in our nation's history--opium. I had no idea that they sold that stuff in medicine and used it to soothe teething infants or calm children. Elizabeth Camden put a page in the back of the book called historical note to fill in the historical details on the opium issue along with information about the Navy Yard. The book was well written and had good momentum throughout the whole story. You can actually read more about Bane in her earlier novel, The Lady of Bolton Hill. She has written 2 other books--The Lady of Bolton Hill and The Rose of Winslow Street with a new release--Into the Whirlwind coming in August this year.**I received this book free from Bethany House in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5For the first time in a long time, Lydia Pallas likes where she is. Her job as a translator for the U.S. Navy is secure and her cozy apartment is her haven. She enjoys the companionship of her coworkers and treats the occasional headache with a dose of Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup. When Alexander Banebridge enters the picture, Lydia's orderly life is suddenly a lot messier. From his annoying habit of rearranging items on her desk to his revelation that Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup contains opium, Bane brings disorder, intrigue and danger to Lydia's ways. Lydia and Bane find themselves falling for each other, but their relationship is doomed by Bane's goal of ending the opium trade and his commitment to bachelorhood. When an innocent boy is kidnapped, helping Bane will test Lydia's courage and strength, but if she survives, their love just might have a chance to flourish.Against the Tide by Elizabeth Camden was an intriguing read. I enjoyed the bantering between Bane and Lydia and appreciated Camden's creativity in her characters. Bane had a few quirky habits that made him refreshingly unique. I wouldn't consider this a suspense novel, but it did have some suspense that kept drawing me back to the story. I found the historical aspects of the story interesting. How sad that Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup not only existed and contained opium, but was marketed for teething babies. On a side note, I absolutely love the cover of this book It definitely captures the essence of the story. I recommend this book to fans of Christian historical romances.I did not initially realize that Against the Tide revisits the Alexander Banebridge of Camden's previous novel, The Lady of Bolton Hill. I can't say if Banebridge appears in Camden's other novel, The Rose of Winslow Street, because I haven't read it. However, Against the Tide stands firmly as a single novel, complete with the necessary background information.Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Against the Tide, by Elizabeth Camden, is a riveting tale of intrigue, romance and dedication to righting the wrongs of the world.Lydia Pallas is a young woman on her own in the world–making her way by her own determination and the unique mix of languages she knows thanks to spending her childhood aboard a ship. She works for the United States Navy, translating documents–at least, until she meets Alexander Banebridge.The intense young man is as irritating as he is attractive and Lydia soon finds herself swept up in a whirlwind of adventure as she aids “Bane” in his quest to take on the opium lords of the nation–a quest that comes with a price.The story gives the reader an inside look at a dangerous campaign against the opium trade in the late 1800′s–a fascinating adventure complete with interesting characters, a well-thought-out plot and depth of understanding.Lydia is likeable and easy to connect with, while Bane remains a bit of a mystery to the reader. Both characters are carefully developed over the course of the book, with more of their personal backgrounds revealed to the reader as the tale progresses.My biggest hesitation regarding this story was the fact that the hero, who was spurred on toward his goal after turning his life over to Christ, becomes romantically entwined with the heroine when she clearly claims a pantheistic belief, or no belief at all. Scripture advises us to guard ourselves against the influence and counsel of the ungodly–by allowing himself to fall in love with a woman who is not surrendered to Christ, our hero places himself in a potentially dangerous predicament. Worse, this is a situation that the author never addresses.Aside from that folly, this book is quite the adventure with plenty of intrigue, danger and drama. Every time I put it down, I couldn’t wait for a spare moment to pick it up and delve back into Bane and Lydia’s story once more. In short it is a rich narrative of riveting intrigue.I received a complimentary copy of Against the Tide from Bethany House Publishers, but I was not otherwise compensated for this review. All writing, thoughts, and opinions are solely mine.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I received this Novel 11/5/2012 from Bethany house publicationsA wonderful novel by Elizabeth Camden. This story has it all, love and loss, fear and hope, and a search of purpose. The strength and resolve of Lydia's courageous journey is so well written, you can't help being swept away. One of the best historical romances I've read in a very long time. You will not be disappointed.I look forward to this authors next novel with great anticipation.