"What ardent, dazzling souls emerge from these American missionaries in China . . . A beautiful, searing book that leaves an indelible presence in the mind." --Patricia Hampl, author of The Florist's Daughter

Will Kiehn is seemingly destined for life as a humble farmer in the Midwest when, having felt a call from God, he travels to the vast North China Plain in the early twentieth-century. There he is surprised by love and weds a strong and determined fellow missionary, Katherine. They soon find themselves witnesses to the crumbling of a more than two-thousand-year-old dynasty that plunges the country into decades of civil war. As the couple works to improve the lives of the people of Kuang P'ing Ch'eng-- City of Tranquil Light, a place they come to love--and face incredible hardship, will their faith and relationship be enough to sustain them?

Told through Will and Katherine's alternating viewpoints--and inspired by the lives of the author's maternal grandparents--City of Tranquil Light is a tender and elegiac portrait of a young marriage set against the backdrop of the shifting face of a beautiful but torn nation. A deeply spiritual book, it shows how those who work to teach others often have the most to learn, and is further evidence that Bo Caldwell writes "vividly and with great historical perspective" (San Jose Mercury News).

When a group of friends reunites at the Dickensian Inn bed-and- breakfast, little does Chas realize that the promises of a blessing are about to be fulfilled. As these women share their tender feelings and innermost secrets, the words of Charles Dickens take on greater significance for them, The pleasure of a generous friendship is the steadiest joy in the world. But even as these heartwarming events unfold, a secret from Jackson's past threatens to sabotage the happy life he and Chas have created together. Will Jackson's doubts and guilt jeopardize the plans he and Chas have made to be sealed as a family for all eternity? Is their love strong enough to overcome the painful shadows of the past? Beloved, bestselling LDS author Anita Stansfield delivers a startlingly soul-searching and richly romantic story that resonates with emotional truths and captures the essence of the meaning of redemption. Tranquil Light is a triumph.

Examines life in small town America in the period just before and during the Korean War's early stages. The hero, Hank Mason, joins the army after being humiliated by the parents of the girl he impregnates. He distinguishes himself in Korea, winning three medals and saving the life of his regimental commander.
Hollywood beckons as there is pressure to make a movie about his exploits. Hank becomes enmeshed in intrique, illicit love and attempts to find a simple tranquil life, even though he is beset with demons.

Examines life in small town America in the period just before and during the Korean War's early stages. The hero, Hank Mason, joins the army after being humiliated by the parents of the girl he impregnates. He distinguishes himself in Korea, winning three medals and saving the life of his regimental commander.
Hollywood beckons as there is pressure to make a movie about his exploits. Hank becomes enmeshed in intrique, illicit love and attempts to find a simple tranquil life, even though he is beset with demons.

When Ciel first looks into Alvaro's eyes she finds love. Bad timing. In the next instant he's fatally stabbed in the back by one of his pirate mates. Her girlfriends warn her it will only bring on a heap of trouble to save him. Unable to resist, she gives him the gift of a new life as one of her kind--a merman.

Will their love encourage him to embrace life as a merman? Can love survive if he wishes to return to human form? Either way, her friends speak true. No matter how much mermagic and dark vodou Ciel and her friends cast, blood-thirsty buccaneers chase them across the Caribbean until Alvaro finally decides.

Warning: This book contains a magical cock-a-too, lecherous scurvy pirate dogs, hoodoo healers, the mark of the evil Black Spot, plenty of dark Haitian vodou, and passionate encounters on tropical beaches.

Reviewers' Comments:

"Rating 5 Stars! This book had such great description it'll bring every word into reality.  The pace and plot was edge of your seat, action packed and intriguing. The characters were engaging, and designed very well. I recommend this book to anyone who loves pirates, mermaids, mermen, and some hot action.
~Melissa, WereVamps Romance

"Tortuga Treasure...Ceil's Legacy" is a veritable treasure trove filled to the brim with magic, danger, merfolk, pirates, and romance. Readers can't help being swept into the action of the story from its opening pages.  This is not to say that the story in and of itself is rushed in any way.  Marsha A. Moore does a wonderful job of balancing the quieter moments within this read with the more action packed scenes; taking great care to ensure that neither aspect is allowed greater precedence...If you like stories where hearts are true, battles are bloody, love conquers all, and fins are fabulous...this is the read for you!" ~WTFAreYouReading

"4/5 Hearts: Really Great Read:
Tortuga Treasure is a really great read, well written!! ...after awhile I noticed that I was thinking in pirate and had to laugh at myself. Marsha engages you in a melodic yet melodramatic tale of mer~people and magic. I enjoyed reading this book you can take in the salty sea air and scenery as you read! I recommend this to anyone who like a little magic in their lives!" ~Keeping Up with the Rheinlanders




Also by Marsha A. Moore:

*If you're interested in other fantasy romances by Marsha A. Moore with fast action mermaid/pirate storylines, simply search under Tears on a Tranquil Lake, the first in the Ciel's Legacy trilogy.

*If you wish to read a great historical fantasy short story by Marsha A. Moore, search for Le Cirque de Magie, where a roaring 20s circus company is attacked by a fierce demon.

*If you're looking to read a paranormal romance short story by Marsha A. Moore, search for  Sea Glass and Sand Memories--a ghostly vacation story set on the shores of Lake Michigan.

When Ciel first looks into Alvaro's eyes she finds love. Bad timing. In the next instant he's fatally stabbed in the back by one of his pirate mates. Her girlfriends warn her it will only bring on a heap of trouble to save him. Unable to resist, she gives him the gift of a new life as one of her kind--a merman.

Will their love encourage him to embrace life as a merman? Can love survive if he wishes to return to human form? Either way, her friends speak true. No matter how much mermagic and dark vodou Ciel and her friends cast, blood-thirsty buccaneers chase them across the Caribbean until Alvaro finally decides.

Warning: This book contains a magical cock-a-too, lecherous scurvy pirate dogs, hoodoo healers, the mark of the evil Black Spot, plenty of dark Haitian vodou, and passionate encounters on tropical beaches.

Reviewers' Comments:

"Rating 5 Stars! This book had such great description it'll bring every word into reality.  The pace and plot was edge of your seat, action packed and intriguing. The characters were engaging, and designed very well. I recommend this book to anyone who loves pirates, mermaids, mermen, and some hot action.
~Melissa, WereVamps Romance

"Tortuga Treasure...Ceil's Legacy" is a veritable treasure trove filled to the brim with magic, danger, merfolk, pirates, and romance. Readers can't help being swept into the action of the story from its opening pages.  This is not to say that the story in and of itself is rushed in any way.  Marsha A. Moore does a wonderful job of balancing the quieter moments within this read with the more action packed scenes; taking great care to ensure that neither aspect is allowed greater precedence...If you like stories where hearts are true, battles are bloody, love conquers all, and fins are fabulous...this is the read for you!" ~WTFAreYouReading

"4/5 Hearts: Really Great Read:
Tortuga Treasure is a really great read, well written!! ...after awhile I noticed that I was thinking in pirate and had to laugh at myself. Marsha engages you in a melodic yet melodramatic tale of mer~people and magic. I enjoyed reading this book you can take in the salty sea air and scenery as you read! I recommend this to anyone who like a little magic in their lives!" ~Keeping Up with the Rheinlanders




Also by Marsha A. Moore:

*If you're interested in other fantasy romances by Marsha A. Moore with fast action mermaid/pirate storylines, simply search under Tears on a Tranquil Lake, the first in the Ciel's Legacy trilogy.

*If you wish to read a great historical fantasy short story by Marsha A. Moore, search for Le Cirque de Magie, where a roaring 20s circus company is attacked by a fierce demon.

*If you're looking to read a paranormal romance short story by Marsha A. Moore, search for  Sea Glass and Sand Memories--a ghostly vacation story set on the shores of Lake Michigan.

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Guide to the most northerly of the Leeward Islands where Amerindian, African, French and British influences come together.

Thomas Twining belonged to a prominent family of London tea-merchants, but after a short period in the family business decided he was more suited to the life of a scholar and clergyman. He kept in touch with the musical and intellectual life of the capital. The letters published here convey a vivid picture of life in late-century England seen through the eyes of a kindly, scholarly, and broad-minded man.