Welcome to the Christian Fiction Scavenger Hunt! If you’ve just discovered the hunt, be sure to start at Stop #1, and collect the clues through all 27 stops, in order, so you can enter to win one of our top 5 grand prizes!
- The hunt BEGINS on 3/14 at noon MST with Stop #1 at LisaTawnBergren.com.
- Hunt through our loop using Chrome or Firefox as your browser (not Explorer).
- There is NO RUSH to complete the hunt—you have all weekend (until Sunday, 3/17 at midnight MST)! So take your time, reading the unique posts along the way; our hope is that you discover new authors/new books and learn new things about them.
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Submit your entry for the grand prizes by collecting the CLUE on each author’s scavenger hunt post and submitting your answer in the Rafflecopter form at Stop #27. Many authors are offering additional prizes along the way!
Burdened by his past, fighter pilot Lt. Adler Paxton battles the
Luftwaffe over Nazi-occupied Europe as the Allies struggle for control
of the air before D-day. Deprived of her missionary dreams, Violet
Lindstrom serves in the Red Cross, where she arranges activities at
Adler’s air base in England. Love blooms, but D-day draws near . . . and
secrets can’t stay buried forever.
And now without further ado, here’s Sarah!
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| American Red Cross worker serves coffee and doughnuts to members of the 379th Bomb Group at an improvised refreshment stand in England, 5 January 1944 (Source: US National Archives) |
By February 1945, the American Red Cross in England ran 162 Aeroclubs (at airfields), Fleet Clubs (naval bases), Camp Clubs (Army bases), and Donut Dugouts (training bases).
The Aeroclubs gave the men a homey place to relax from the pressures of war. In each Aeroclub, the Red Cross ran a snack bar, writing room, library, game room, and lounge. They arranged dances and recreational activities from Ping-Pong tournaments to lecture series. When the airmen returned from combat missions, the Red Cross served donuts, coffee, and sandwiches.
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| Sign for an American Red Cross Donut Dugout in World War II, Utah Beach D-Day Museum, Sainte Marie du Mont, France, September 2017 (Photo: Sarah Sundin)
Each Aeroclub was run by one to three ARC women, who were paid civilian workers. The Red Cross hired British women and recruited volunteers to staff the clubs, and they negotiated with Army departments and British ministries to obtain equipment, food, and coal.
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The women who served overseas with the American Red Cross had to be at least twenty-five and have a college degree. They were chosen for their leadership skills and for their willingness to work in difficult and dangerous conditions. Since Allied airfields were legitimate targets for German bombers, the threat was real.
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| Poster for the American Red Cross in World War II (public domain) |
Despite the difficulties, the average Red Cross worker loved her job! Not only was it adventurous, but she was providing services that helped the flyboys fight another day. Very rewarding!
Here’s the Stop #17 Skinny:
You can order Sarah’s book on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, CBD or at your local bookstore!
Clue to Write Down: their
Link to Stop #18, the Next Stop on the Loop: Sarah Sundin’s own site!
And of course, I can’t let you go without a giveaway! As you saw on stop #16, I’m featuring The Number of Love in this hunt, and though the book isn’t out quite yet, as soon it is, I’ll be sending a signed copy to one reader!
Roseanna M. White is a bestselling, Christy Award winning author who has long claimed that words are the air she breathes. When not writing fiction, she’s homeschooling her two kids, editing, designing book covers, and pretending her house will clean itself. Roseanna is the author of a slew of historical novels that span several continents and thousands of years. Spies and war and mayhem always seem to find their way into her books…to offset her real life, which is blessedly ordinary.
I think this is the first Scavenger Hunt I've participated in. What fun! Love finding more authors to read. Not that I necessarily need more. 🙂 And definitely gives me more authors to point patrons to (if they happen to ask) at the library.
Love your books Roseanna! Can't wait to read The Number of Love!
Thank you for the chance!
I have two of Sarah's book series' already and want to get the new ones. I absolutely love them! And I found a few books on this hunt that I want to get my hands on, including The Number of Love.
Your new book looks great. I can't wait to read it.
Such a fun scavenger hunt!
I first heard of you from the last Scavenger Hunt and started reading your books and following you on Facebook. Thank you for being a part of this.
Following both of you on all Social Media Sites! Hello Sarah! Big Fan of ALL your Books! Love the WWII setting! Roseanna, very impressed you wrote about the Codebreakers and had to go back & dig out the Math books! That made me laugh! My husband is a General Contractor & uses Fractions every day! My 93 yr old Daddy can still work out Math in his head I can’t do on a calculator! (lg.hudson[at]yahoo.com)
This is such an exciting scavenger hunt. I am having lots of fun. Thank you
Thanks for the scavenger hunt!
Your boos are significant and wonderful! I look forward to reading this last one!
janice
pjrcmoore@windstream.net
Thank you…always enjoy the Scavenger Hunt
Thank you for being a part of this scavenger hunt!
Thanks for being a part of this scavenger hunt!
Thankful to discover you on this hunt!
I love Sarah's books! And, Roseanna, I've not heard of your books before, but The Number of Love sounds fascinating, an I'd love to read it!
I've just added "The Number of Love" to my Want To Read list on Goodreads! Can't wait to read it!
So excited for The Number of Love! I still need to read An Hour Unspent. It's waiting on my Kindle. So I have something to fill my time as I wait for your new book.
The Number of Love sounds really interesting!
I have read your biblical fiction and loved it! I haven't read your other works…. Thank you for an opportunity Roseanna. (already follow you on Bookbub but just signed up for your newsletter)
I have really enjoyed getting to know new authors.
I am excited to read these interesting titles by both authors! Thanks for sharing!
Wow! I enjoyed reading this post! WWII is a fascinating time period and it's intriguing to read about women who were willing to contribute their time and abilities to the war effort.
Interesting post. Looking forward to reading your book.
Thank you all for participating in the scavenger hunt! And thanks for all the giveaway opportunities!
I love both yours and Sarah's books! Thanks for taking part in the scavenger hunt.
I didnt know there would me a novel about dear margot! I was hoping there would be!how cool!just ordered a bunch of your books…from america as im in lil nz
I love your books! Thank you for the opportunity to win.
Thank you for the opportunity!
So enjoying this scavenger hunt!
Can't wait for this newest book!!
Rosalyn
allofakindmom at gmail dot com
Roseanna, I simply can't wait to meet up with grown-up Margot in The Number of Love!
So many wonderful books to read! Thank you for sharing 🙂
Love the scavenger hunts and the chance to get to know new authors! For those of you who haven't read any of Roseanna or Sarah's books, you have been missing some good reads!
Thanks for a chance. What a unique basis for a book!
These books all look great!
Very interesting post! I can't wait to read all of these books!
Thanks for the giveaway and being part of the scavenger hunt. I enjoy learning about all the authors.
So my name is coming up as Unknown, thankfully my parents really named me Lydia!
Hi Roseanna, I loved your ladies of the manor and even wrote to your publisher when I couldn't find the audio version of The Reluctant Duchess on sale in the UK, so I'd be chuffed to bits to win a copy of your newest release!!
God bless and thank you!
I already ordered The Number of Love, and I'm really looking forward to reading it, especially since I now know Margot from reading A Song Unheard. Thanks for being part of these Scavenger Hunts–they introduced me to you and your awesome books!
i love the cover i got some book marks and wouldlove the goodies
Thanks for the giveaway! I'm really interested in reading one of your books.
I enjoy reading books by Roseanna and Sarah. Thanks for this giveaway and the chance to win.
Thank you for the opportunity!
Sarah is very talented, and I am looking forward to your upcoming book!! 👐 ❤️
Hello ladies. This is fun. Have a blessed weekend.
I applied for your street team but didn't get accepted, so I've got my fingers crossed for this giveaway!
Thanks for hosting! I have loved all of the books of yours I've read. So, I'd love to win this one! I have also enjoyed your "Thoughtful Thursday" emails.
Thank you for the chance. Would love to read.
Roseanna, I have been reading your books for a while now and I love them. Thanks for being a part of this Scavenger Hunt and for the giveaway of your next book. Good luck everyone.
Hi Sarah – I signed up for your newsletter et al and I am so looking forward to reading your books!
I enjoy the history and intrigue in your books. My most recent read was A Song Unheard. I haven't had the chance to read Sarah's books yet, but I plan to change that soon.
Thank you for the opportunity to win a books.
You are a new author to me I am looking forward to read your books. I have read Sarah's books and love them. Thanks for the chance.
Tighefan42atgmail dotcom
I always love reading your books Roseanna. I'm looking forward to this next one!
Thank you for the opportunity to win!
I loved the "Shadow Over England" series, and am VERY,excited to read more of Margot's story in the new "Codebreaker" series. All the research into these books are greatly appreciated, fascinating to learn, and much more interesting than history class back in the day!! 🙂
My daughter and I both love your books. Thank you for being a part of the Scavenger Hunt and for the opportunity to win.
Having so much fun on this Hunt! Thank you for the opportunity to win your book!
I enjoy your books!
I'm having so much fun on this hunt and would love to read The Number of Love!
Thanks so much, Laura!! I can't wait for Margot to join the world. I love how her story turned out!
I have not read any of your books, but looking forward to.
I love your books and simply can't wait for The Number of Love!
Sounds like a fun read!
Looking forward to reading this one!
I love scavenger hunts!! Thanks for the chance to win.
Thanks so much for the chance. Fingers crossed
interesting post
The Number of Love sounds great Roseanna. I hope I win!
I love Roseanna's books, and Sarah's sound amazing!!!!!
Hi Roseanna and Sarah! Looking forward to reading your new books!
Thanks for participating in this hunt! So fun to learn what the authors are up to.
I have already read and enjoyed Sarah Sundin's book, The Sky Above Us, and am looking forward to the last story in the series. I am also looking forward to reading Roseanna White's book, The Number of Love.
Love both your books! Thanks for the chance to win!
faithdcreech at gmail dot com
This book looks amazing. I loved Sarah Sundin's book, The Sea Before Us, and am looking forward to reading your book on the Great War. I have not read very much that is set during WWI.
I love how so many of the authors in this hunt give some historical tidbit I've never heard before!
I enjoy your books and would love a copy of your newest, The Number of Love.
I would love to win a copy of your newest book! I'm anxiously awaiting Margot's story. I loved your last series! Barclay's story was just wonderful! Karen Rhoades
I am looking forward to The Number of Love! I really enjoy reading your books.
I can't wait to read The Number of Love!!
Would love to win your book!
Hope I win something this time.
Thanks so much for a chance to win The Number of Love!
So thrilled to meet you on this hunt.
I LOVE THESE SCAVENGER HUNTS THANK YOU BOTH FOR PARTICIPATING! AND THANK YOU FOR THE EXTRA GIVEAWAY!
I love these scavenger hunts! Thank you for participating and for the chance to win one of your great books! 🙂
the cover are great and i like the model you have for the covers
I've read the first two books in the Sunrise Over Normandy series and quite enjoyed them. Roseanna, I love your books and I'm so thrilled to be on the Launch Team for The Number of Love. It'd be so cool to win an autographed copy!
I'm a librarian and use math more than I would have thought! I am anxious to read this novel. Thanks for the chance to win!
love both of your books!
I can't wait to read both yours and Sarah's new books! Thanks for the giveaway!
I love these scavenger hunts! Thank you so much for participating.
Sounds intriguing! I look forward to reading it!
Ooh! I'm so, so, so excited about reading your book! It's my top one I'm looking forward to this year!
Can't wait to read this book!
I love both authors! Love the different eras that you both cover!
Thanks, Jeannie! Someone else had let me know about this earlier in the day, and I fixed it…hopefully you tried before the fix.
I'm looking forward to The Number of Love.
Your upcoming book looks super interesting! Thanks for sharing!
thanks for the chance
I have my copy of The Sky Above Us sitting next to me on the end table, and I can't wait to read it! I also can't wait to read Margot's story! I love that you picked up where you left off in the Shadows Over England series!
I loved your story about your geometry teacher. My husband is a Math major an has tutored many students. I hate numbers, so I let him do everything accounting related. 😉 But the book looks so interesting!
Thank you so much for taking part in this scavenger hunt and helping us all find new books and authors to enjoy. 🙂
I am excited to read one of your books
Books set during World War II are my favorite historical fiction books. I love both Sarah's and Roseanna's books!
Hello ladies! Thank you for writing about history and making it more real for us bookworms.
perrianne(DOT)askew(AT)me(DOT)com
Perrianne Askew
I would love to get your book!
I love both of your books. Both are on my must read lists!
Thank you for this giveaway! I love your books. You’re one of my favorite authors!
Just want to let you know that I had some difficulty with the Goodreads connection. It did not take me to your page. I had to do a search for you and when I did finally get to your page and tried to "Follow" you, I'm not sure if it worked or not! Hopefully, it did. Thank you for the opportunity to win your book, "The Number of Love".
The fact that you are a young author and a homeschool mom is so inspiring! Thank you for the fun scavenger hunt!
i love reading about these new books, this is fun!
I enjoy the scavenger hunts and getting to hear about new books and authors. Thank you for the fun giveaway 🙂
Both your book and hers I can't wait to read!
Thank you for the extra prize giveaway! I love these scavenger hunts.
I would love to read your beautiful book. Thank you for letting me participate in this fun giveaway.
This is a fun hunt.Love your books.
I'm looking forward to reading some of your work!
Sarah, LOVE your books!!
I loved your story about your 9th grade substitute teacher and math!
Thanks for the chance Roseanna!!
I totally love your books!!!
I love scavenger hunts-thanks
tiramisu392 (at) yahoo.com
big hi … thanks for this get together "scavenger hunt" so fun!! happy 2019! ( ;
I just love these scavenger hunts!
Love that you are using math in this book!! I'm a retired teacher. Thanks for being a part of this Scavenger Hunt!
While I've seen many of your books, I have never had a chance to read them. The Number of Love sounds very interesting.
I look forward to these scavenger hunts. Thank you so much.
Thanks for participating in the hunt Roseanna! I've read a few of your British historical novels, and enjoyed them.
I love these scavenger hunts, so many new authors and new books!!!
I've read the previous 3 novels in this series and can't wait to read this one!
I read Sarah's lovely book this month and enjoyed it so much. It sent me on a WWII documentary watching spree.
Roseanna, I am eager to read your book. Margo is such a fascinating character and I can't wait to know her better and meet her man.
Hello Roseanna and Sarah! You both make history come alive! Thank you for participating in the Scavenger Hunt! 🙂
I enjoy these hunts. Thanks for doing it
I love reading both your books and Sarah's Looking forward to reading The Number of Love You both do such great research when writing your books
I absolutely love your books, can't wait to read this one!
I so enjoy the books, set to well researched historical backgrounds, of both Roseanna and Sarah.
Thanks, Erin! Yeah, that one's still my biggest, most complicated book, LOL. I just got the new 10th anniversary version uploaded…with all those typos (gaaahhh!) fixed. 😉 Can't wait to see it and A SOFT BREATH OF WIND's new looks in person!!
You and Sarah are two of my favorite historical authors! I've read all of Sarah's books (minus her latest, which is next on my paperback TBR stack), and I have been making my way through some of your older releases. I just finished "A Stray Drop of Blood" earlier this week and loved it. Every time I thought I had figured out where you were taking the plot, it would twist into something I didn't see coming. Good stuff!
Can't wait to read all your books! I've only read A Name Unknown so far and I loved it!
I think I've most of your books. Thanks for the giveaway.
This looks really fun! Thank you for the chance!
I've read most of your other books and looking forward to reading this newest one! Love them! Thank you for this great scavenger hunt!!
What a fun scavenger hunt!
I already subscribe to your newsletter. I never win Scavenger Hunts, but this year about half of the books I want to read, or have read a couple.
Oh! These Scavenger hunts are my undoing! Thanks for the chance!