Another book is releasing today from the Harbor Pointe Series! A huge congratulations to D. Wallace Peach! I hope you will pick up a copy if you haven’t already!
BOOK BLURB:
In 1858, a ship carrying ice from Alaska wrecked off the coast of California, and little does Taliah Keldan realize how that tragedy will impact her life in 1972.
When Tali decides to quit college and become a civil rights activist, her disappointed parents encourage her to think it over. What better spot for contemplation than at her aunt and uncle’s Harbor Pointe Inn, a charming seaside getaway with its own lighthouse? The place is under renovation and empty of guests. All she’ll have to deal with is the construction crew.
But the inn is far from peaceful.
Tali discovers an old Bible hidden in the lighthouse keeper’s cottage. Strange prayers angle down the margins, all but one ruined by the sea. When she deciphers the crude writing, a dark portal gapes open to a pre-civil war night when an escaped slave in a foundering ship prayed to his voodoo God. A winged creature emerges from the watery void, and her stay transforms into a nightmare.
With the aid of the construction foreman, Tali is determined to send the beast back through time, a choice that will risk their lives, test her convictions, and change her future.
MY REVIEW:
So many different elements are rolled into this novella that I almost don’t know where to start. First of all, there are two different time periods with an overarching theme of social inequalities and injustices that have spanned time.
Samuel was an escaped slave in the 1800s. When his shipmates decide to return him to captivity, Samuel prays in desperation to Damballah and Iwa. But he mistakenly curses the Haiti god and suffers death.
That is how this story begins.
Then we fast forward to the 1960s, a time when social injustices are still blatant and cruel, but awareness is coming more to the forefront. The main character, Tali, is of mixed race and faces a crossroads. She is dropping out of college, much to her parent’s dismay. A brief reprieve comes when Tali’s aunt asks her to stay at the Harbor Pointe Inn while she and her husband take an extended vacation to Scotland. There is only one hitch. The inn is undergoing extensive renovations, and Tali is forced to stay in the lighthouse keeper’s cottage.
I can’t tell you much more without leaving spoilers, but let’s just say there are frightening portals, magic incantations, a monster who actually stole my heart, and a satisfying reckoning with a few racist characters.
Descriptive prose and nail-biting tension are what I’ve come to expect from this talented author, and this story does not disappoint. With so many blended elements woven together like a fine quilt, there is sure to be something here for every reader. I highly recommend this book.
The Harbor Pointe Inn has loomed on California’s cliffs for generations of Hawthornes. For some, it’s been a blessing. For others, a curse. Travel through two centuries of stories to discover the old inn’s secrets.
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Another great read in this series! Congratulations, Diana and thanks for sharing your wonderful review, Jan.
I’m hearing nothing but great things about Diana’s latest book, Jan. Thanks for the shout out❣️
Adding to my TBR. 😀
Thanks again, Sue. Have a great weekend and Happy Reading!
Got my copy. It’s calling to me.
Yay!! Thank you, Jacqui!
Thanks, Jacqui. You’re so kind to me. I can’t wait to hear what you think of it. Have a wonderful evening and Happy Reading! <3
The Seas of Time seems to be a really intriguing novella, The Harbor Point series are coming along great. It was an excellent introduction and review of Seas of Time.
Thank you, Thomas! I’m glad you enjoyed the introduction.
Thank you, Thomas, for taking the time to stop by Jan’s and read her wonderful review. She knows how to write them. And thank you so much for cheering the series and this book on. It’s an exciting time and you’re adding to the fun. I hope you enjoy the story. Happy Reading!
Yes I am sure I will thank you very much Diane
This one is now officially on the pile, Jan. Thanks for a great review.
Whoo hoo! You are going to enjoy it, Dan. Thanks for adding your comment and support!
Yay. Thanks for stopping by Jan’s and for making it official, Dan. 🙂 I’m starting my day with a happy dance. I really do hope you get a kick out of the story. Have a great day, my friend. 🙂
I love the concept of this series, and so many of my favorite writers/bloggers are in it.
It was a great group to work with, that was for sure. 🙂
Great review for a great story! Xo
All the reviews have been immensely kind, Denise. It’s a treat and a nice perk for our launches to have some early ones to share. Thanks for stopping by Jan’s to cheer on the book.
Thank you, Denise!
A great review, Jan, for a fantastic story. I loved The Seas of Time, and the creativity Diana employed in the two timelines. Congratulations to her on another spectacular release!
Thank you, Mae, for stopping by to help support Diana’s book launch! I agree. It is a fantastic story told with creativity!
Not quite a dual time line story, Mae, but time travel get’s close. 🙂 You’re the champ on the dual time lines! Thanks so much for stopping by Jan’s and adding to the fun. Much appreciated!
Thanks again, Mae. I’m feeling pampered today and loving every minute of it. Ha ha. A couple of weeks and we’ll be doing this again! Hugs.
I can’t believe we’re already at the halfway mark. Great review, Jan, and congrats to Diana. I loved her story.
I know, Joan! I am so thrilled with how these books are being received and shared. I’m glad you enjoyed the review, and I agree – GREAT story!
The whole rollout has been fun, Joan, and I’m excited for the next four books. I completely agree with Jan about how well they’ve been received. It’s marvelous. 🙂 Thanks for adding to the fun.
What a terrific review, Jan! This book sounds fantastic!
I promise you would not be disappointed, Kymber. Such a good story! Thank you for stopping by!
Hey, didn’t I just see you at Joan’s, Lol. Thanks so much, Kymber, for helping to make this a super fun launch. Hugs, my friend. <3
Yes, I’m all over the place. LOLOL Hugs to you, too. ❤
Thanks, Jan, for the enthusiastic post and wonderful review. Yours in next and I hope you’re excited. It’s a good feeling after all the hard work to have the book out in the world. Have an amazing day, my friend. Hugs. <3
I am super excited to launch my book on the 28th, Diana! All of this project has been such a great learning and growing experience. I hope your sales are through the roof!
I’ve enjoyed watching every book roll of the press, Jan. It feels like one long celebration! Yours next and just in time for me to post my review too!
Thanks for sharing your review, Jan. I look forward to reading it.
Thanks for another lovely comment, Jill. You’re so kind to leave a note on all these blogs! I hope you enjoy the story. Hugs.
My pleasure, Jill! Thank you for helping launch Diana’s book!
Great review, Jan! I’m looking forward to reading The Seas of Time!
Thanks for the great comment, Vera. You’ve made my day… again! Lol. Have a good one, my friend. <3
Fantastic, Vera!
Hi Jan, your review is terrific. I look forward to reading this novella.
Jan wrote a wonderful review, didn’t she? I couldn’t be happier with the kindness and wonderful support. I hope you enjoy the story, Robbie. Hugs. <3
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Yay, Robbie! I know you will enjoy Diana’s Harbor Pointe story! Thank you for stopping by to support!
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Looking forward to reading this newest book. Congratulations, Diana.
You’re so kind to cheer the book on, Karen, with all your comments. It’s much appreciated. Huge hugs.
Thank you, Karen! I know you are going to enjoy Diana’s latest!
Another wonderful installation. Great review, Jan. My best to Diana.
Thanks again, Staci. I’m feeling spoiled by all these visits and comments. Huge hugs, my friend.
Thank you so much, Staci!