Christian Fiction Scavenger Hunt Stop #3

by | Mar 12, 2020 | Giveaways and Contests, Scavenger Hunt | 30 comments

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 the stops, in order, so you can enter to win one of our top 5 grand prizes!

• The hunt BEGINS on 3/12 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, 3/15 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.

• 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 the final stop, back on Lisa’s site. Many authors are offering additional prizes along the way!

I’m Roseanna M. White, author of historical fiction and hostess of the Tea Party Book Club, managing editor for WhiteFire, cover designer, and homeschooling mom. And because all that wasn’t enough to do, I’m also launching Bookish Tees and Totes, where you can get fun book-themed merch. A sample of which is part of my individual giveaway, so keep on reading for more info on that! 😉 
I’m super excited about my latest release, book 2 in The Codebreakers series about England’s intelligence division during the First World War. If you’re new to the series, don’t worry! On Wings of Devotion can be read as a stand-alone. Here’s the official blurb:
https://www.roseannamwhite.com/books/codebreakers-series/on-wings-of-devotion/

Against Every Warning,
She’s Drawn Ever Closer
to the Man Known as “Black Heart”


All of England thinks Major Phillip Camden a monster–a man who
deliberately caused the deaths of his squadron. But he would have
preferred to die that day with his men rather than be recruited to the
Admiralty’s codebreaking division. The threats he receives daily are no
great surprise and, in his opinion, well deserved.

As nurse Arabelle Denler observes the so-dubbed “Black Heart,” she
sees something far different: a hurting man desperate for mercy. And
when their families and paths twist together unexpectedly, she realizes
she has a role to play in his healing–and some of her own to do as well.


With Camden’s court-martial looming, an old acquaintance shows up,
intent on using him in a plot that sends the codebreakers of Room 40
into a frenzy. With their fragile hopes for the future in the cross
hairs, Arabelle and Camden must hold on to hope–and to each other–if
they want to survive.

Something not exactly pointed out in the summary about Arabelle seems to be the very thing that most resonates with readers.
My heroine is not beautiful.
In fact, the first time the hero meets her, his scene begins with She wasn’t pretty. When my husband read that line before I turned it in to my editors, he snorted and said, “Seriously? That’s his first thought? In a romance?”
Yep. Arabelle Denler is what one might call plain. She’s tall–I don’t mention her height in the story, but I imagine her at 6 feet, in honor of my favorite boss of all times, Patricia, who literally towered over short little me. Someone in the story calls her gangly. And while people might look at her and think the word “kind,” no one ever thinks “pretty.”

And I love writing a character like this. Because, first of all, it’s something most people can relate to. Sure, I know some super-model-gorgeous people…but most of us aren’t. Most of us just learn how to work with the features God has given us and to appreciate them. Most of us can look nice when we put some effort into it, but we can also scare ourselves when we look in the mirror on a bad day. 😉 But most of us also have people who love us and call us beautiful.
That’s what I wanted for Arabelle Denler. I wanted a heroine who might not attract many men at first glance. Because then, as Camden gets to know her, he can notice how her eyes are really the most amazing shade of green-gold…and that single dimple in one cheek is just enchanting…and she’s all long, lean lines…and how somehow she’s beautiful. Or as he puts it, “How could she be so beautiful when she wasn’t even pretty?”
That’s the miracle of the lens of love, right? As we get to know people–whether they’re family, friends, or potential romances–we stop seeing how they look as a whole and just see them. We see features that we come to cherish. 
We see the heart that shines through them. And that, above all, is what makes Arabelle beautiful. And, in turn, what makes her a heroine most of us can relate to.
So to celebrate Arabelle, Camden, and On Wings of Devotion, I’m offering a special giveaway! It’s open to both US and International, but the prizes will vary slightly depending on who wins. 😉 If you’re international, you’ll receive a copy of the book via Book Depository. If you have a US mailing address, you’re eligible for a signed copy of the book PLUS a Bookish Tees and Totes tote bag in your choice of available designs. (You can view them all in detail at www.BookishTeesandTotes.com or, if you’re a big Etsy shopper, at my shop there.)


Here’s the Stop #3 Basics:
If you’re interested, you can order On Wings of Devotion on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Christian Book, SIGNED from my store, or at your local bookstore! 

30 Comments

  1. Becky D
    Becky D on March 12, 2020 at 10:40 pm

    I love historical fiction, especially when they're set during WWI or WWII. I just finished "On Wings of Devotion" today and loved it!!! Looking forward to reading Lily's story soon! 🥰📚

    Reply
  2. Sadie Sofia
    Sadie Sofia on March 12, 2020 at 10:03 pm

    I don't know how I found The Lost Heiress but your stories have become favorites and I have loved the opportunity to be on your launch teams for The Codebreakers series so far!

    Reply
  3. Angeline
    Angeline on March 12, 2020 at 9:46 pm

    I loved this book, and yes I have actually read a couple of books set in World War I. I can't wait for the next book!

    Reply
  4. Neesie
    Neesie on March 12, 2020 at 9:40 pm

    I just recently started reading books set in WWII

    Reply
  5. Beverly Duell-Moore
    Beverly Duell-Moore on March 12, 2020 at 9:39 pm

    I love your books! Can't wait for the next one!

    Reply
  6. Shiloh
    Shiloh on March 12, 2020 at 9:38 pm

    This is such a beautiful plot. I don’t read much WWI fiction, but I love your books! They are full of adventure and authentic romance.

    Reply
  7. Cathy
    Cathy on March 12, 2020 at 9:35 pm

    I have read probably about ten books relating to or set during WWI, with more during WWII, which is more widely covered, at least as of now, in fiction. Always enjoy your books!

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  8. Gail H.
    Gail H. on March 12, 2020 at 9:28 pm

    I’ve read maybe one or two from WWI but since my father in law served in WWII I’ve mostly read those. Two of my favorite war movies are The Dirty Dozen and Saving Private Ryan.

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  9. Joan A
    Joan A on March 12, 2020 at 9:25 pm

    I have read a few WWI books but not too many! jarning67(at)hotmail(dot)com

    Reply
  10. Deborah Dumm
    Deborah Dumm on March 12, 2020 at 9:22 pm

    No I haven't. You are a new author to me. I hope to get your books from the library.

    Reply
  11. Priscila Perales
    Priscila Perales on March 12, 2020 at 8:46 pm

    Besides the books I had to read for school, not really. But I've already added OWoD to my TBR. It sounds really good!

    Reply
  12. Roxanne C.
    Roxanne C. on March 12, 2020 at 8:42 pm

    I have read a only few books set in WWI. This series look great.

    Reply
  13. Kristen
    Kristen on March 12, 2020 at 8:33 pm

    This looks like a great story!

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  14. desiree
    desiree on March 12, 2020 at 8:24 pm

    I've read a few. I love historical novels!

    Reply
  15. EElizabeth
    EElizabeth on March 12, 2020 at 8:24 pm

    I've read both books in your newest series and enjoyed them so much!

    Reply
  16. Abigail Harris
    Abigail Harris on March 12, 2020 at 8:10 pm

    I've read a few books set during World War One but I haven't read nearly enough of them!

    Reply
  17. Teri DiVincenzo
    Teri DiVincenzo on March 12, 2020 at 8:09 pm

    I’m just fascinated by this series!

    Reply
  18. Katelynn Nutzhorn
    Katelynn Nutzhorn on March 12, 2020 at 8:05 pm

    I've read a few books set in WW2 and a couple in WW1! Thanks for this giveaway!!

    Reply
  19. MonicaH
    MonicaH on March 12, 2020 at 8:00 pm

    I haven't read many books set in the first world war. . .I have mostly read World war 2 books.

    Reply
  20. sherlu
    sherlu on March 12, 2020 at 7:55 pm

    Just listened to the first book in this series. Loved it. Can't wait to listen to the next one. Love your writing.

    Reply
  21. Elizabeth Litton
    Elizabeth Litton on March 12, 2020 at 7:52 pm

    I've read several books set in WWI; I just don't remember all the authors!

    eclitton at gmail dot com

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  22. Beth C.
    Beth C. on March 12, 2020 at 7:47 pm

    I do not think I have read many, but I want to!

    Reply
  23. gunningmomof3
    gunningmomof3 on March 12, 2020 at 7:46 pm

    Would love to read your new book!!

    Reply
  24. Anna B
    Anna B on March 12, 2020 at 7:43 pm

    I've only read a couple of books set during WWI, not including yours (I've read all of yours!). It's such an under-explored genre, and I love your books set then. They help to bring that era to live in a way I've never experienced before. Thank you for writing them!

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  25. Heather
    Heather on March 12, 2020 at 7:42 pm

    I love this series, and I like how you made the heroine "beautiful, but not pretty"

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  26. Patti Bond
    Patti Bond on March 12, 2020 at 7:39 pm

    Yes I love reading books that centered around the First World War and beyond I love them I also love your books and I am looking forward to reading On Wings of Devotion Thanks for the opportunity to win a copy and one of your wonderful new totes

    Reply
  27. Laura Fincher
    Laura Fincher on March 12, 2020 at 7:27 pm

    I love the idea of having a non-typical heroine! It helps us as readers feel like we can relate to her more!

    Reply
  28. Natalya Lakhno
    Natalya Lakhno on March 12, 2020 at 7:27 pm

    Not many…but couple I can think of… Your story sounds wonderful!

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  29. Rebekah Miller
    Rebekah Miller on March 12, 2020 at 7:23 pm

    This sounds like a wonderful story! I love that Arabelle is not beautiful to Camden at the beginning, but he finds her so later on. Eeeeek!!! So romantic and delightful!

    Reply
  30. Unknown
    Unknown on March 12, 2020 at 7:22 pm

    I love your books, and I love that you have a not classically beautiful female lead! I also love your bookish totes!

    Reply

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