Ransome's Honor
The Ransome Trilogy from exciting new author Kaye Dacus combines the wit, romance, and social commentary of Jane Austen with the sea-faring adventure of Horatio Hornblower.
July 1814. The war with France has ended, and Captain William Ransome, known for never letting women aboard his ship, has returned to Portsmouth, England. Julia Witherington, considered an old-maid at 29, discovers that she must marry immediately to receive a large dowry. Julia knows that the only man she doesn’t want to marry is William Ransome. And the only man her father will approve of is…William Ransome.
When the couple strikes a financial deal to feign marriage for one year, the adventure begins. These stubborn people face humorous and hard situations that reveal what else they have in common—a growing affection for one another. This intriguing tale of faith and loyalty is a wonderful new offering for readers of all genres.
“In the first book of her Ransome Trilogy Series, Ransome’s Honor, Kaye Dacus brings the English Regency period to vivid life in the tradition of Jane Austen, but in her own distinctive voice and style. The plot is engaging and the hero and heroine sympathetic and believable, as is the entire cast of well-drawn characters who populate this book—including the delightfully villainous villain.
“The element of faith is also exceptionally well integrated and
central to the main characters’ lives. Delightfully, the crisis is
just hair-raising enough to keep the reader turning pages without
becoming overwhelmed. My kudos to Ms. Dacus for another excellent
read! I can’t wait for the second book in this series!”
—J. M. Hochstetler, author of the American Patriot
Series
“A thoroughly enjoyable Regency Romance! With exceptional
writing and great attention to detail, Ms. Dacus transports the
reader into the world of 1802 Portsmouth, England. If you’re
looking for a fun escape, clear your schedule and pick up this
book! And the next book in the series, only hinted at in this one,
holds a sweet promise of a great adventure! I, for one, will be
first in line to read it when it is released.”
—MaryLu Tyndall, author of the Charles Towne Belles
series
“Ransome's Honor is a delight for both Regency
fans and history buffs. The impeccable research into the Napoleonic
era, including ship layout and naval customs and language, make
both the Portsmouth setting and the characters come alive. The
ending may surprise but will not disappoint the reader in this
suspenseful inspirational Regency.”
—Barbara Miller, Adjunct Faculty Writing Popular Fiction
Program
Product Details
- Title : Ransome's Honor
- Author: Dacus, Kaye
- Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
- Publication Date: 2009
- ISBN: 9780736933988
Kaye Dacus, author of Ransome’s Honor has a BA in English, with a minor in history, and an MA in writing popular fiction. Her love of the Regency era started with Jane Austen. Her passion for literature and for history come together to shape her creative, well-researched, and engaging writing.