A Series for Lovers of History, Adventure, Romance, and Ancestry Will Ellis Lose All at the Alamo? Ellis Dumont finds a man in New Orleans Grey unconscious on Dumont property in 1836. As his fevers rage, the man mutters strange things about treasures and war. Either Claiborne Gentry has lost his mind or he’s a spy for the American president–or worse, for the Mexican enemy that threatens their … Mexican enemy that threatens their very lives. With the men of her family away, Ellis must stand courageous and decide who she can trust. Will she put her selfish wants ahead of the future of the republic or travel with Clay to Mission San Jose to help end the war?
Join the adventure as the Daughters of the Mayflower series continues with The Alamo Bride by Kathleen Y’Barbo.
More in the Daughters of the Mayflower series:
The Mayflower Bride by Kimberley Woodhouse – set 1620 Atlantic Ocean (February 2018)
The Pirate Bride by Kathleen Y’Barbo – set 1725 New Orleans (April 2018)
The Captured Bride by Michelle Griep – set 1760 during the French and Indian War (June 2018)
The Patriot Bride by Kimberley Woodhouse – set 1774 Philadelphia (August 2018)
The Cumberland Bride by Shannon McNear – set 1794 on the Wilderness Road (October 2018)
The Liberty Bride by MaryLu Tyndall – set 1814 Baltimore (December 2018)
The Alamo Bride by Kathleen Y’Barbo – set 1836 Texas (February 2019)
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The Alamo Bride (2019) by Kathleen Y’Barbo is the seventh novel in the Daughters of Mayflower series published by Barbour Publishing. This novel comes in all forms including eBook, and is 256 pages in length. With a full-time job and a very lively six-year old, this book took me three days to read. I received a review copy of this novel in eBook form from the publisher, Barbour Publishing, via NetGalley. In no way has this influenced my review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own. I give The Alamo Bride 5 STARS. This novel is a Historical Christian Romance.
There is so much to love about The Alamo Bride. It’s a novel where history comes to life and leaps off the page. The story is so engaging the pages flew. And, the characters are fantastic. I loved every minute of this fun, witty, adventurous story!
Ellis is my favorite character in this book. I very much appreciate how strong-willed, intelligent, and capable she is. It doesn’t feel forced or part of a feminist agenda; rather, it feels natural. Ellis is who she is because God made her that way. It’s so very refreshing to read about an authentically strong woman. I also really love the way Ellis relates to others. She is genuine, honest, and loyal. She loves her family and sees the immense blessing God has given her through her various and unique family members. I especially love her relationship with her grandfather. The way she can run to him when she is troubled. The way he can calm her down and get her to see reason. The way they each value one another. But I also appreciate that her grandfather doesn’t cut Ellis any slack. He tells her how things are, and he keeps her honest about her faith in God. It’s so critical to have a family member or friend like Ellis’s grandfather — a wise adviser who helps guide you along the path God’s set for you.
There are a few timely themes in this novel, but my favorite is the message on trusting God. Trusting someone is really hard. When you trust someone, you have to give up a lot of your control. In this novel, it is Ellis’s grandfather who helps Ellis work though her trust issues. Ellis, like a lot of people (me especially), sometimes has quasi-trust in the Lord. We say we do all the time, and in the good times we definitely do. But when things get scary or hard, we might forget God in order to control things on our own. We are sure we have the right answer. My most favorite moment in the novel occurs when Ellis is freaking out about her dad and brother. To paraphrase the conversation, Grandfather asks Ellis, “Do you trust God?” Ellis says, “Yes, but…” Grandfather tells her that there is no “but” with God. We either trust God completely, or we don’t trust Him at all. This conversation 1000% convicted me! Relinquishing control is SO hard, but SO necessary if we actually believe in God. If we believe in God, we must get out of His way and let Him be God. I love this message, and really needed this reminder.
The Alamo Bride is a thoroughly engrossing, fast-paced story that I highly recommend. If you are looking for a well-researched, beautifully written historical romance with timely themes, then The Alamo Bride is definitely a must read for you!
I inhaled this story like a hungry book dragon! I enjoyed the lively banter between the characters, the mystery of hidden treasure, and the rich historical details that all gave this story a life of its own. My only disappointment was that because I read it so fast, it was over too soon. But I just couldn’t put it down!
Ellis is a lot like her grandmother, Maribel. She is independent, feisty, and often leaps into a situation before she looks. Ellis is also a skilled healer and her sensitivity and heart for others shine through, often to her own jeopardy.
Claiborne Gentry has an important mission to accomplish, but a run-in with a couple of trigger happy foe’s leads to lost memory. If only he could remember what it is he is supposed to be doing before the time runs out on his mission.
This newest addition to The Daughter’s of the Mayflower collection is a page-turning adventure that you won’t want to miss! The story easily stands on its own, however, the other stories in this collection are just as fabulous! Be sure to snag your copy of The Alamo Bride today.
(I receive complimentary books for review from publishers, publicists, and/or authors, including Netgalley. I am not required to write positive reviews. The opinions I have expressed are my own.)
The Alamo Bride by Kathleen Y’Barbo is set 1836 Texas (book seven) in the series Daughters of the Mayflower. February 2019.
I often wish my ancestors, who came to America in the 1600 – 1700’s left diaries of their lives. This book and series allows us to see how they may have lived. In this book Kathleen Y‘Barbo mentions ˋˋ history nerd ´´ if you are one you will enjoy The Alamo Bide and series. Constant action with struggles for Texas independence, romance and life in an untamed territory. The characters share their relationship with the Lord and his intervention in their daily lives. The Alamo Bride storyline is well connected with her earlier book The Pirate Bride. I hope that the authors and Barbour Publishing continue this or a similar historical series.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. I appreciate the opportunity and thank the author and publisher for allowing me to read, learn, enjoy and review this book.
I have read and enjoyed all of these historically detailed books. They do not have to be read in any order.
Daughters of the Mayflower series to date:
The Mayflower Bride by Kimberley Woodhouse – set 1620 Atlantic Ocean (February 2018)
The Pirate Bride by Kathleen Y’Barbo – set 1725 New Orleans (April 2018)
The Captured Bride by Michelle Griep – set 1760 during the French and Indian War (June 2018)
The Patriot Bride by Kimberley Woodhouse – set 1774 Philadelphia (August 2018)
The Cumberland Bride by Shannon McNear – set 1794 on the Wilderness Road (October 2018)
The Liberty Bride by MaryLu Tyndall – set 1814 Baltimore (December 2018)
The Alamo Bride by Kathleen Y’Barbo – set 1836 Texas (February 2019)
Will they both survive the battle of the Alamo?
When I saw the title of this book, The Alamo Bride, I got pretty excited about reading it. I’ve been fascinated by the Alamo since childhood when I heard the old Marty Robbins song from my parents generation, as well as watching the Fess Parker and John Wayne movies when I was a little older.
I’ve only read a couple of Kathleen Y’Barbo’s books but I knew I would be in for a treat when I read this one. And I was not disappointed in any way. I really enjoyed every minute of the book! To be honest, I think that of the few books that I’ve read in the Daughters Of The Mayflower series this is probably pretty close to my favorite one so far.
I already knew a little bit about the Alamo but not as much about the events surrounding it so I was quite intrigued by how the author wove her story around those events and made the historic Texas landscape and its people come to life on the fiction page.
The Alamo Bride was an excellent addition to the Daughters Of The Mayflower series and Kathleen Y’Barbo was the perfect person to pen this tale of danger and romance during one of the most pivotal times in Texas history.
(I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are entirely my own.)
This was an enjoyable edition to this series. I enjoyed the characters in the story, especially the grandfather. I loved the history. I also love what a strong character that Ellis is. It would be hard to live where there was a war being fought. I received a copy of this book from Barbour Publishing for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will.
I have been thoroughly enjoying the Daughters of the Mayflower series and this one certainly does not disappoint! It is well worth the 4.5 stars that I would give it. Another well researched historical novel that once again taught me more of the history of our great country and those who settled it many years ago. With great detail, we visit a rough land with creatures you would not want to meet as you take a leisurely walk or a nice cool swim. 1836 was a time when men came from near and far to fight for independence from Mexico. Our hero travelled from New Orleans with The Greys to help with the war effort. Many were the predicaments that he and our lovely red-headed heroine found themselves in. Throughout it they both clung to Bible verses that gave them courage to go on.
“He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust” Psalm 91
I received a complimentary copy of this book through NetGalley and Barbour Publishing. All impressions and opinions are my own.
This book follows Ellis and Clay as they work together for each others cause. Ellis is looking and hoping to find out if her Dad and Brother are alive. Clay is trying to heal after being caught trying to find his treasure. Ellis takes notes of what Clay is speaking during his induced sleep. After he has healed enough her Grandfather keeps him around to help on the land her Dad owns. They get word her Dad and Brother are alive and make plans to go find them. She and her grandfather accept Clay at his word to go and get her brother who is being held prisoner. He also is trying to remember a mission he is supposed to assist with. Ellis finds herself going with Clay and staying in a mission while he works on finding her brother.. She becomes a healer there while waiting on Clay to return. This book is a great read. I have enjoyed reading The Mayflower Bride books. They each connect and it is nice to see characters remembered in each book. This book was given to me as ARC for my honest review.
A beautifully written story! Wonderful characters that draw you into the story with feisty personality and love for their land. The author did a excellent job at tugging at the heart strings of the reader. While the horror of war was downplayed the sacrifice and fear was not. Faith in God and family was a strong attribute to the story . A strong commitment to love and land brought this story to full circle amongst the characters,. This is a story full of emotional strength that will leave readers wanting more
Was given a complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.
Kathleen Y’Barbo is back with another wonderful Daughters of the Mayflower book. I loved ‘The Pirate Bride’, and was excited to read her latest ‘The Alamo Bride’ that involves descendants of the beloved characters from The Pirate Bride! After Clay Gentry is robbed of the money from important players in American history, intended to help the cause of Texas in the war with Mexico, he joins the New Orlean’s Greys in the hopes of finding his Grandfather’s hidden treasure. What could possibly go wrong? Come along for another fascinating ride through history with strong and loveable characters!
This is the next book in the Daughters of the Mayflower series. I have read all of the books in this series and am loving each one! The books can be read as a stand-alone if you choose. This book focuses during the time period of the 1830’s. In this book, you meet Ellis and Claiborne. Ellis is an independent woman who still lives at home with her parents. Her dad and brother are off to war and she helps her mom run the farm. Her mother is a midwife, but also has knowledge of healing and herbs. She has learned these things from her mom. Claiborne has recently come into Texas as a Gray to help fight in the war. He is out at night and gets shot. Ellis finds him and she helps nurse him back to health. He has a head injury and talks about many things that seems like nonsense, but Ellis wonders who he is really. Together, they embark on discovering his past. I have loved this series and highly recommend each book either as a stand-alone or together! You will not be disappointed!
***I was given a free electronic copy of this book from the publisher. This is my honest opinion. Even though I received this copy free, this is my own opinion.
‘You must never be blinded by what you expect. Always allow for the unexpected.’
When Ellis Dumont finds an unconscious man in her family property, she worried he is a spy, but for whom? The American president or the Mexican enemy? Ellis must make a decision with her family away from home. Will she trust true?
Kathleen Y’Barbo has deftly added to the popular Mayflower Bride series as she gives readers an exciting journey back in history. If you’re a fan of the series, don’t miss this one.
*My thanks to Barbour Publishing for a complimentary copy of this book via Net Galley. The opinions expressed here are entirely my own.
I love books that include Texas history and this was a great one. Not only did the author do excellent research, but she wove it into a story that kept me turning the pages. I loved how she included the visual of the feather throughout the book. I would recommend this book.
Book 7/12 in the ‘Daughters of the Mayflower’ series. Stick a fork in me… I’m done with this series. This review/rant may contain spoilers. Just saying.
I started this story several times and finally decided to finish it to get it off my reading device. Maybe it was me and I was having an off day, week, month, or year. I see all the 5-stars in the ratings; however, I did not enjoy it and not just because I knew what was going to happen at the Alamo. **** SPOILER: that actually happens off the page and was only a line or two as someone quickly explained that it had fallen and what happened after. So, no worries… no angst… I was concerned for nothing. **** End Spoiler ****
One of the main problems with this story were the many plot holes and choppy writing that left me not knowing what was happening half the time. I found myself asking… [What?] quite a bit throughout the story. Plausibility was one problem… why did they do that? How the heck did they accomplish that? Propriety was another… what were they thinking? They should know better… but apparently didn’t know or didn’t care. What was up with our heroine? She couldn’t decide what she wanted to do about our hero. She took her jolly good time in trusting him and telling him what he needed to know in order to do his duty. The old amnesia trope is a risky plot-line. This one slowed the story down to a crawl and I wanted to scream to get it over with. I wanted to shake both characters. I had some sympathy for him but she was getting on my nerves.
The author seemed fixated on snakes. I hate snakes and snakes were mentioned way too many times. There were snakes everywhere. Snakes didn’t need that much attention. I am still shuddering just thinking about… you know… them. Then to top it off… I worried the whole book only to find out the problem had already been taken care of… back at the beginning of the story and I and the hero didn’t know about it until the end. He just shrugged it off… but I, on the other hand, was furious. What-the-heck? Why didn’t they tell me… um… him? This was vital information and seemed like a cheap shortcut at a way to end the story with his honor intact with minimal explanation. Really?
I volunteered to read this from the publisher via NetGalley with no expectations of a review. The views and opinions expressed are my own. Read at your own risk. I enjoyed the forward [author’s family history in Texas] more than I did the story. Go figure.
This is a captivating historical romance!
I love both of the main characters in this book. Ellis fascinated me. She had been trained by her mother as a healer. She was strong and resilient. She was willing to help anyone in need whether they were friend or foe. Clay Gentry is a little more difficult to understand since he has lost his memory. He doesn’t even understand himself and because of that I kept wanting to see him remember and stand up for what was right.
I thoroughly enjoyed the fact that one of the things that connected Ellis and Clay was the fact that they had memorized the same verse of scripture. Many times throughout the book this verse came up and it helped them both stay focused on God and His care for them.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley. I was not required to write a positive review. All of the opinions expressed are my own.
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The Alamo Bride #7 Daughters of Mayflower
by Kathleen Y’Barbo
New Orleans, Louisiana October 1832- Quintana, Texas October 1835…the story of Ellis Valmont and Clay Gentry is an interesting one. The turbulent times certainly would make one cautious in caring for a stranger as Ellis decides to do when she comes across a very injured Clay. As a retired RN, I can understand her desire to nurse him back to health and enjoy reading of the nursing / medicinal practices of the era. She is a courageous woman of faith and acts accordingly. I enjoyed their interactions once Clay was coherent enough to communicate. Even so, can Clay be trusted? I enjoyed the faith elements woven within the story-line and especially the reference to Psalm 91 and how it impacts every part of their lives. The historical details are woven seamlessly throughout the story. I really enjoy the family tree and historical notes the author includes in the book. This is #7 in the Daughters of the Mayflower but can be read as a stand-a-lone.
~I purchased an e-book copy and also received a paperback copy of this book from the author/Barbour publishing (no monetary gain were exchanged), this is my honest review~
A Great book !
I got totally engrossed in this story and truly learned some new things ! It made me want to read the other books in this series that Barbour Publishing is putting out. This was such rich historical story it was like being there! Kathleen Y’Barbo really made history come alive in this book and it is filled with adventure.
While it was not my favorite book by Kathleen Y’Barbo it really was a great read and kept me interested throughout the whole book.
I give this book 4 out of 5 stars, for good history, lovely characters, and family focus.
I volunteered to read this book from Barbour Publishing in return for my honest opinion. The thoughts and opinions expressed within are my own.
There’s a lot of interesting history packed into this book. I enjoyed learning more about the history surrounding the Alamo and the battles for Texas. The author obviously has researched this time period well, and the characters are interesting and well-drawn. The action and suspense built up well in the first part of the story, but I felt the last part lost some of its focus. I still enjoyed it, but I wasn’t riveted. Still, the history and background make it a worthwhile read. The Daughter of the Mayflower series has been interesting. I’ve read most of them, and look forward to reading the rest.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing/NetGalley and was under no obligation to post a review.
totally love this series!!
This is another wonderful story by Kathleen Y’Barbo! I loved that Ellis, the main character, was the great granddaughter of Maribel Cordoba, the heroine in The Pirate Bride, a previous Kathleen Y’Barbo story in this series. I loved to connect both stories. I have to say, I still like better the Pirate Bride, but The Alamo Bride was also a delightful read that kept me engaged until the end.
The story takes place in Texas, but not during the Alamo famous fight. Ellis is a woman with spanish and french ancestry, and she finds Clay, an injured man, and takes care of him until he gets well. But at first they don’t know if he’s on Santana’s side, a spy for the president, or loyal to Texas. In his illness, he’s delirious and murmurs confusing things.
After he recovers consciousness, and Elli gets to know him and trust him, Elli discovers many things are at stake and that Clay must continue his mission if they want the war to end. Can she trust him with her life and go with him in search of his brother and continue the mission he hasn’t concluded?
It’s a good plot, with great characters. I loved Elli’s spunk and coraugeousness. Elli’s grandfather was witty and funny, he made me laugh. Clay was a true hero, once he recovers and determines to finish his mission.
I totally recommend this book to lovers of the historical genre. The romance is sweet and clean and you can learn a lot about Texas history. A worthy read!
I received a copy of this book from Barbour Publishing via Netgalley and this is my honest and unbiased review.
The Alamo Bride by Kathleen Y’Barbo is book seven in The Daughters of the Mayflower series from Barbour Publishing.
I have enjoyed these peeks into history. Each one of these stories is unique and I gleaned new information into these periods of history. I eagerly await the next books!
The Alamo Bride is very well written. Ms. Y’Barbo weaves a very believable story. There is the quandary of Clay Gentry, a New Orleans Grey soldier, who gets injured and loses his memory. He only knows he has a mission to perform. He is nursed back to health by Ellis Valmont. Together they travel to The Alamo to rescue her brother, Thomas. As memory gradually returns, Clay’s mission is revealed as having something to do with helping Texas win freedom from Mexico. There is excitement as they face danger.
The overarching theme is taken from Psalm 91. Ellis has chosen to memorize this Psalm and Clay is very familiar with it. The Valmont family takes God and His Word very seriously, attributing all to God, never to luck.
This story was a fascinating depiction of circumstances surrounding the incident at the Alamo, with just a brief mention of the actual battle there. Ms. Y’Barbo has done an impressive job researching the area and time period.
If you like good historical fiction, give this book and series a try.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing. I was not required to give a favorable review. All opinions are my own.*
I am so enamoured with this series by Barbour Publishing! Each book in the series has captured my love of historical romance; the attention to historical detail and character development by each of the authors is stunning.
The Alamo Bride by Kathleen Y’Barbo is equal to the task of capturing my imagination with the intrepid Ellis Dumont. When Ellis finds a seriously injured man, she and her mother nurse the man back to health. So serious were his injuries, the unconscious stranger muttered the same phrases over and over again; intrigued Ellis wrote them down in the back of her prayer book.
1836 is a tumultuous period in Louisiana and Texas, rumors of a major skirmish building up near the Alamo has many on edge. The stranger seems to know things, secret things, that lead Ellis to be extra cautious around him, especially when he regains conscious. Ellis is alone on the farm with her mother and younger brothers; her father and older brother have joined up for the cause.
Somehow Ellis needs to figure out if the stranger, who, though his memory is a bit scattered, claims his name is Clay, is a trustworthy man or if he is one of the enemy. Clay feels compelled to travel to Mission San Jose, even though he cannot remember why. And Ellis Dumont must decide whether she will trust him enough to travel with him.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley and am not required to provide a positive review. All thoughts and opinions therein are solely my own.