Mercy Lytton, a scout with keen eyesight raised among the Mohawks, and Elias Dubois, a condemned traitor working both sides of the conflict, must join together to get a shipment of gold safely into British hands. A brand new series for fans of all things related to history, romance, adventure, faith, and family trees. A War-Torn Countryside Is No Place for a Lady Mercy Lytton is a lady like … Lady
Mercy Lytton is a lady like none other. Raised amongst the Mohawks, she straddles two cultures, yet each are united in one cause. . .to defeat the French. Born with a rare gift of unusually keen eyesight, she is chosen as a scout to accompany a team of men on a dangerous mission. Yet it is not her life that is threatened. It is her heart. Condemned as a traitor, Elias Dubois faces the gallows. At the last minute, he is offered his freedom if he consents to accompany a stolen shipment of French gold to a nearby fort–but he is the one they stole it from in the first place. It turns out that the real thief is the beguiling woman, Mercy Lytton, for she steals his every waking thought. Can love survive divided loyalties in a backcountry wilderness?
Join the adventure as the Daughters of the Mayflower series continues with The Captured Bride by Michelle Griep.
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 (coming August 2018)
The Cumberland Bride by Shannon McNear – set 1794 on the Wilderness Road (coming October 2018)
The Liberty Bride by MaryLu Tyndall – set 1814 Baltimore (coming December 2018)
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I am a huge fan of Michelle Griep’s writing and The Captured Bride did not disappoint!
It’s 1759, during the French and Indian War. Mercy Lytton, a scout for the British, finds herself at a crossroads. Her friend, father-figure, and captain is retiring and she must decide if she wants to continue doing the job without him. If not, then what will she do next? For now, she finds herself bound by duty to help transport a condemned traitor by pretending that he’s her husband, which she’s vehemently opposed to.
Elias Dubois is the condemned traitor headed for jail, but in order to stay alive he must pretend to be Mercy’s husband and make the trip to the fort where he’ll be held. It doesn’t take long, however to realize there’s more to Elias Dubois than we’re first told. These two must learn to work together, they begin to appreciate each others strengths, and ultimately help each other deal with their difficult pasts.
I enjoyed The Captured Bride a great deal and am looking forward to the next book in the series!
This one ranks right up there with my other favorite by Michelle Griep, The Captive Heart. I love it! This intriguing tale kept the pages turning. And I always enjoy getting a glimpse in to Native American history when it is done right, which this story does.
I received this advance copy from the publisher, but as always, my opinions are my own.
I truly enjoyed the original concept of the storyline.
I’m now hooked on this series.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I like everything I’ve read so far by Michelle Griep.
I must admit that The Captured Bride was a tough read for me. The premise was intriguing but there was nothing that really grabbed my attention until I was halfway through the book, which made a large part of the book hard for me to get through. I do have to say that this is my only complaint. The characters were well developed and your emotions are with the characters emotions every step of the way. There is a faith aspect to the story but it did not feel overpowering or pushy in any way and it was a joy to see the adventure unfold.
Once the action started I could not put the book down. The story picks up speed, grabs you and pulls you in, putting you right in the middle of the story, in that wilderness, with these characters that you have grown to love. The wilderness setting is wonderful and I could see the primitive land, and historical aspects, with the help of some incredible writing by Michelle Griep.
Though the beginning was slow the last half of the book absolutely made up for it and I can honestly say it is worth the time and effort and an overall enjoyable read.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own.
Great action in this page-turing story. Unexpected happenings to keep the reader’s attention.
Throughly enjoyed the book.
Enjoyed this book very much and now following this author. A well-written inspirational tale that isn’t schmaltzy or insipid, with credible action and themes. Particularly enjoyed the time period.
This is supposedly a Christian author, yet God’s name (in the form Lord) was used as a swear word several times. The romance was too steamy for me. The plot itself was rather interesting, giving a look into the relationships between the French, English, and Indians (Wyandots and Mohawks).
3.5 Stars.
This one is my favorite book in this series so far. Im not reading them in order, they are different authors with different fictional stories of strong women. I am a Michelle Griep fan.
This Daughter of the Mayflower is named Mercy. She is half white and half native. She struggles in her life with balance and understanding. Balance between her two worlds. Balance with vulnerability vs strength. Love and loss. Faith.
This is a mostly clean romance. She is a scout who has to pose as a wife to a man who is a condemned traitor to deliver gold by wagon to another fort. Of course, there is a lot that happens and almost everything goes wrong. A lot of it is predictable, but still a nice and easy read.
**There is kissing, talking of her curves, natives making crude comments that you don’t understand, talk of sex (without the actual word or deed), and some impure thoughts. You are told when someone uses foul language, but never the words.
I received an advanced copy from the publisher through Net Gallery as a free gift. My opinions are my own. Some of my book may be different from the final printed copy.
This book held me captive as I read with its frontier wilderness setting and vivid characters. There is tension throughout the story with the dangers from the French and Indian tribes who are warring with the English. There is the sense that things are not as they seem, and the suspense is heightened as loyalties, motivations, and backgrounds are slowly revealed. The travel and action kept a swift pace, yet there was a good balance with showing the personalities and emotions of Mercy and Elias so I felt connected to them and invested in their story. They had a strong connection to each other and their chemistry only grew as they bonded through the trials they endure together. I loved the spiritual journey Mercy also takes as she grieves for her family and seeks to understand the faith of her mother. Fans of A Moonbow Night by Laura Frantz won’t want to miss this one!
(I received a complimentary copy of the book; all opinions in this review are my own)
This is the second book I read from Michelle Griep and it had me riveted!
It’s a great historical novel set during the French and Indian wars. Even if I’m not an expert, the description of the scenery, customs and context feels accurate and well researched.
Mercy is a unique woman, half mohawk, half white, with a special gift, she has the keenest eye, which becomes very handy for a secret mission in this war. She is assigned with Elias Dubuois, considered a french spy and traitor and condemned to death, to take a french cargo of stolen gold in a wagon to a not so nearby fort. They must fake to be husband and wife in this adventure. Elias is promised deliverance after that. But Elias hides something to…
The story has a very engaging plot that captivated me until the end. There’s adventure, intrigue and suspense, danger and peril, sweet romance, and even witt and humor.
The characters are so well defined, they felt real and relatable. I liked Mercy’s strong and compassionate character. And Elias was a brave and caring man too. I liked that the relationship slowly grows along the story, and it was not love at first sight, but getting to know each other and discovering the depth and beauty of their personalities.
There’s some violence and death, but not overly described.
The story also has a message of faith and trust in God that I liked. It left me inspired!
It’s a beautiful story that I recommend to all historical lovers!
I received a copy of this book from Barbour Publishing via Netgalley. This is my voluntary and honest opinion.
This is a fantastic historical romance novel!
The characters are incredibly well developed and easy to connect with. This is true of many of them, not just the two main ones. Both Mercy and Elias has deep seated wounds from their pasts. They were shaped by things they were told by family members raising them, just as we all are. The journeys there are on are shaped by those wounds and will hopefully bring them healing.
The action and adventure is fabulous. They face many dangers that require them to work together to survive. At first they are so at odds with each other that their ability to do so is really in question. They discover strengths and weaknesses that they didn’t know they had. There are also strong believers in God that are working with them. They step up and and help point them to Him.
I received a complimentary copy of this book through NetGalley. I have chosen to write this review to express my personal opinion.
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In this beautiful story, will Mercy trust her heart? Or go a step further and mistrust both men? I loved this book! The suspense at the beginning of THE CAPTURED BRIDE, captured me and would not let go. The more I read, the more the intrigue, like a magnet, kept pulling me in. Then there was this very discreet touch of romance. It was more like a whisper to let you know that something was pulling these two together, that came in a little later. This part led me even deeper into the story, and kept me mesmerized right up to the end. Because I kept wondering, would something or someone bring them together? Or will something happen to keep them apart?
Then there was the character build, which was amazingly detailed as Mercy Lytton and Elias Dubois took me on a wonderful adventure with them. Will Elias prove himself to Mercy? If so, how? Will Mercy slowly begin to mistrust Matthew too? That part of the story will stay with me for a long time.
Michelle Griep, with her wonderful writing skills, came through with yet another remarkable story that was so moving it literally touched this reader’s heart.
One part on page 73 held a lot of excitement as Mercy was explaining about two wagons approaching and how she knew about it. Then in chapter 20, when Matthew tied Elias to a tree, and was going to leave him behind, what will happen there? The plot really thickened there, and held my interest. A very interesting and heart-warming read!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.
A gripping story set against the backdrop of the French and Indian War, The Captured Bride grabbed my interest and wouldn’t let go. Michelle Griep has certainly done much research for this story. It shows in the rich historical details and her knowledge of the different cultures involved—the Indians, French, and English. Brimming with suspense, intrigue, and even a little romance thrown in, this action-packed, unique tale kept me turning the pages late into the night. Griep is a master at creating deeply layered, realistic, engaging characters and putting them into a story where they can grow, heal, and become stronger. The tender messages of forgiveness, faith, and hope woven throughout the story add a measure of depth and inspiration to it. I’ve read several of Michelle Griep’s books and enjoyed them all. I give this book 4.5 stars rounded to 5 stars.
I I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing/NetGalley and was under no obligation to post a review. All opinions are my own.
The Captured Bride Is a very harmonious book. One book that is jam packed with information and fun. The main character is very lively and is monumental the story is in no way mundane. The story flows and the author is respectful of the characters. She brings them straight off the pages and into your room. It is historic and enjoyable. I learned a lot. The one thing they all have in common is that they all are submissive to the LORD and they need to do that especially then- to survive. I received a copy of this book from the Publisher and Netgalley; all of the opinions expressed in this review are all my own.
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What an interesting time in our history! Native scout Mercy Lytton was so courageous scouting in dangerous territory. Author Michelle Griep wrote The Capture Bride as part of the Daughters of the Mayflower series. Each book is written by a different author. I am happy to say that each book can be read as a standalone.
Mercy’s skills as a tracker rival any man. She is an independent woman, comfortable with her skills and not willing to suffer alongside any ineptness. She is not excited, then, to be traveling with a traitor such as Elias and is keen to be rid of him at the end of the journey. The journey, however, does not go at all as planned. As I read this book I was surprised at the twists in the plot.
I have read several works written by Michelle Griep and appreciate her attention to detail. Historical fiction is an important genre for our culture. This one, set during the French & Indian War is enjoyable and adventurous, with a touch of romance.
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Very exciting, very adventurous book. Loved Mercy and how she was a survivor of the wilderness, how she knew the country road they were traveling. Her and Elias pretended to be married while they were traveling. They really had quite the adventure traveling, met some very interesting people along the way. The book definitely kept me interested wandering what was going to happen next. Such great descriptions of the happenings in the book. Felt like I was watching a movie. Some surprises of the characters, surprises toward to end that I didn’t expect. I really enjoyed the book. I received an complementary copy of the book from NetGalley through the publisher and Celebrate Lit. I was not required to post and positive review and opinions are my own.
I love reading books by this author because she is able to paint a picture with her beautiful writing style. An example is this sentence in the book; ” Rain tapped a tattoo against the canvas'” Readers are able to visualize the rain falling while making a design . That’s the kind of writing that keeps me coming back to the author. The story is well written and is vivid in detail and history.
Mercy is a woman to be reckoned with. She is very strong willed and doesn’t like being told what to do by anyone. Her job as a scout is perfect for her. She has a special ability that will help her on the journey. Along the way the group encounters danger which heightens the story. At first I wasn’t sure who to trust in the story. Elias is a traitor and sure is quick to make a deal to save his life. Is he interested only in honoring his deal, or does he have his eyes on something more valuable to him?
The story is filled with enemies, danger and intrigue that keeps readers attention. I loved reading about the rough terrain they traveled and the unknown that awaited them. There are several scenes in the book that describe an attack that were well written and showed how dangerous it was during this time period. The journey to their destination will turn into a fight for their lives as they encounter enemies that have blood in their eyes. Can Elias keep Mercy safe? I did like the story line where I wasn’t quite sure who was a spy and who could be trusted. The story overall is good and I liked how trust and faith was weaved throughout the book. Make sure you grab a copy of this book and travel back to a time when the French and Indian War was dangerous and history making.
I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.