BLOGWORDS – Wednesday 10 April 2019 – WREADING WEDNESDAY – FEATURED BOOK and GIVEAWAY – THE EDGE OF MERCY by HEIDY CHIAVAROLI
WREADING WEDNESDAY – FEATURED BOOK and GIVEAWAY – THE EDGE OF MERCY by HEIDY CHIAVAROLI
Welcome to the Blog Tour and Giveaway for The Edge of Mercy by Heidi Chiavaroli, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
ABOUT THE BOOK
Title: The Edge of Mercy
Author: Heidi Chiavaroli
Publisher: Hope Creek Publishers
Genre: Split Time/Women’s Fiction
Release Date: April 9, 2019
THE BLURB
Two women, three hundred years apart, must face the devastation of all they hold dear…
Suspecting her husband is having an affair, Sarah Rodrigues fights to appear unbroken while attempting to salvage her family. Though distracted by her own troubles, Sarah is summoned to an elderly friend’s deathbed for an unusual request—find a long-lost daughter and relay a centuries-old family story.
Determined not to fail her friend, Sarah pieces together the story of her neighbor’s ancestor, Elizabeth Baker, a young colonist forced into an unwanted betrothal but drawn to a man forbidden by society.
While Sarah’s family teeters on the edge of collapse, her world is further shaken by the interest of a caring doctor and a terrible accident that threatens a life more precious than her own.
Inspired by the unconditional love she uncovers in Elizabeth’s story, Sarah strives to forgive those who’ve wounded her soul. But when light shines on the dark secrets of her neighbor’s past and the full extent of her husband’s sins, will looking to a power greater than herself rekindle lost hope?
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EXCERPT
March 31, 1675
Whether it be God’s providence or happenstance, I can’t be certain. But I must write about what happened this day. After Papa gave me my morning book lesson and I saw to the dishes and fire, I went for one of my walks. I can’t begin to understand it, particularly at this time of year, but I often feel as if the woods beckon to me. With the faint scent of pine lacing the air, I feel a peace, as if I am one with the trees and the dirt beneath my feet, one with birds the color of sky and fire, with woodland creatures the color of fresh-cut wood.
Today I sang. And ’twas not a church hymn. I sang The Nightingale, having read the words and music from one of Papa’s imported books. If he knew I acted with such boldness, he’d forbid me ever leave the safety of the chimney seat again. As it is, he is not aware I go so far. He would no doubt fear for me as Mr. Tanner made mention of on his last visit.
I so enjoyed the upbeat tune and beauty of the morning, I lost track of time. I wandered beneath a tall pine and that was when I saw him.
He was the most beautiful creature I’d ever seen. His hair was jet black and his skin the color of the warming-pan I use to rid my bed sheets of the chill at night. He wore leather leggings and breeches. I tried to tear my gaze from his shirtless torso, but I’d never seen a man in such a state before and even as my face and neck heated, I could not help but study his well-formed muscles and broad shoulders. I hid behind the base of the tree and watched as he crouched and put a pair of clamshells to his face. I realized then that he was plucking out hairs on his chin.
I don’t think I breathed in the space of a minute’s time. I tried to remember the greeting used in their language, but it escaped my mind. I saw a bow and arrow at his side and my heart pranced like an untamed horse. Mr. Tanner said to stay away from the natives. This one may take to his weapon when he saw me. He may shoot it and kill me. I imagined myself crawling across the forest floor with an arrow through my body.
I backed away slowly, but my foot hit a twig. In one smooth motion, the native spun, bow poised in hand, his face concentrated.
I did not think. I ran.
He yelled out after me, but I kept running even as his words echoed through the forests.
Nétop, nétop!
Even as I remembered what the word meant, I did not slow my pace. The foreign expression etched itself in my mind. I will not soon forget his voice.
Nétop.
Friend.
THE AUTHOR
Heidi Chiavaroli began writing twelve years ago, just after Jesus had grabbed hold of her heart. She used her two small boys’ nap times to pursue what she thought at the time was a foolish dream. Despite a long road to publication, she hasn’t stopped writing since! Heidi won the 2018 ACFW Carol Award for Debut Novel and is a 2018 Christy Finalist. Both her debut novel, Freedom’s Ring, and her sophomore novel, The Hidden Side, are 4½-star Romantic Times Top Picks. Freedom’s Ring was also a Booklist Top Ten Romance Debut. Heidi loves exploring places that whisper of historical secrets, especially with her family. She loves running, hiking, baking, and dates with her high-school sweetheart and husband of fifteen years. Heidi makes her home in Massachusetts with her husband and two sons.
CONNECT WITH HEIDI: website | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram
TOUR GIVEAWAY
(1) winner will win this beautiful prize pack from Heidi Chiavaroli, including:
- Rustic Metal Lantern
- Bordeaux Journal
- Country Potholder
- Colonial-Inspired Hand Glazed Mug
- Simple Life Notepad
- Be Still and Know Magnet
- Plymouth Rock Bookmark
- Fresh & Clean Goat Milk Soap
- Handmade Rustic Book Decor
- Signed Copy of The Edge of Mercy
Enter via the Rafflecopter giveaway below. Giveaway will begin at midnight April 9, 2019 and last through 11:59 pm April 16, 2019. US Mailing addresses only, due to shipping costs. Void where prohibited by law. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen.
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Robin, thank you so much for featuring The Edge of Mercy on your blog! I’m honored and truly appreciative. 🙂
Hey! Heidi!! found the lost comment!!! #eighthourslater hahahah
LOL!! So funny, and so glad I’m not going crazy. Thanks so much, Robin!
oh my this sounds like an emotional and riveting book. I would love to read this. Now on my list. The cover is so pretty. She looks very contemplative. And after reading the blurb and an excerpt, I can see a part of why.
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It does, doesn’t it, Lori? I haven’t read any of Heidi’s books yet – but I wanna… someday….
Thank you, Lori!
Hullo Heidi!! So glad you popped by today!! Congrats on your new book!
Hi Robin! I’m so sorry to pop up without thanking you for featuring TEOM on your beautiful blog! (I had written a comment earlier, but for some reason it’s not appearing!) Anyway, thank you, thank you!
No worries at all, Heidi – I totally get that. I mean, I DON’T get techie stuff at all, but about comments disappearing – or in my case, writing a comment and failing to hit enter… ha!
anyway, your book looks wonderful, and I really hope I can tuck it into my reading schedule soon! Congrats again!
Thank you so much for your kind words!
I would love to read this book. Thank you for sharing, Robin.
My pleasure, Lucy. Please report back when you read it and let me know what you think.
Sounds like a great book.
Hullo Rita! So glad you popped by today. I’ve seen several of Heidi’s books, and they all look wonderful!
This is the most beautiful book I’ve read in a long time. Such a lovely story story of God’s mercy and love! Every book you write just keeps getting better and better! Can’t wait for your next book!!! 😍😍
What a lovely thing to say, Faith! Thanks so much for being such an encourager *moves book up in list…
Awww, thank you so much, Faith! So honored by your words. ❤
Ello Robin and Heidi! I’m excited to read The Edge of Mercy! It sounds fascinating.
‘ello, Caryl! It does like like a fabulous book, doesn’t it!!
Thank you so much for your kind words, Caryl, and for stopping in!
Oooooh, already entranced by the excerpt!
Thank you, Dianna!
Can’t wait to read this book. Love the cover.
Thank you so much, Nancy! I hope you enjoy. 🙂
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