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My copy of The Tears of Dark Water arrived just in time for the End of Summer giveaway hop. Thanks to Family Christian, one lucky reader will receive a copy of this book that releases on September 17, 2015!
When Washington, D.C., power broker Daniel Parker and his family embark on a round-the-world sailing trip, they’re sure they’ll survive the dangers of the open ocean—until they’re captured by Somali pirate Ismail Adan Ibrahim. FBI negotiator Paul Derrick is dispatched to handle the crisis. As their paths converge, will the seeds of justice and reconciliation grow?
This story starts out feeling like a life of privilege. How many of us get to sail away into the sunset on a yacht? Who gets a fabulous house purchased for them by their parents?! Although Daniel’s family certainly enjoys an affluent lifestyle, their broken family doesn’t align with the shiny exterior. The ship is aptly named the Renaissance, as it was hoped to signal a new beginning for the family. My husband and I love to watch political thrillers and dramas. The Tears of Dark Water had a similar feel; it reminded me of some of my favorite TV shows. As in many shows, the characters of this book are all highly successful in their respective fields. There are mentions of adult content (alcohol, romance, and the like) but it’s fairly clean overall. The deeper messages of social issues, steeped with symbolism and family dysfunction, were raised by this book. I wouldn’t be the least bit surprised to see it become a movie at some point!
The strongest chord that resonated with me from The Tears of Dark Water seemed to be Quentin’s heartache. As a mother, I felt the need to reach out and give him a hug. On the cusp of manhood yet still so desperately young, Quentin was lost in his own head. I felt like the voyage was his second chance. It was hard to read about so much turmoil ruining it for him. Is it possible that God can work good from something so terrible as piracy and tragedy?
The spicy chicken sounds good to me.
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I’d like to try the Sweet & Spicy Boneless Wings.
I would love to try their honey buttered biscuits. They look so good
I’d love to try the Fried Okra
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I would love to try the Original Chicken. Not too spicy.
I’d love to try the Honey Butter Biscuits.
Give me original chicken all day long! I love it.
I want to try the Spicy Chicken.
The cover is so compelling. It drew me in immediately.
I’ll be honest…there’s a part of me wondering why in the world they would go anywhere near where the Somali pirates are. I’m hoping it’s a really good read.
ok..dark water looks good,and go does some chicken wings…feel like im lost on this blog,but i can roll with it
This looks like a great read. Thank you!
I loved both his previous novels and can’t wait to read this one
I would love to try the Spicy Chicken!
I would love to read this book with my bestie!
This looks like a good read!
like the cover the book, looks like it would be interesting
The book sounds interesting, definitely going on my “to read” list!
I’m for sure putting this on my to read list.
I’ve always like the thought of an around the world sailing adventure with my family so this sounds great. Although the pirate hijacking might change my mind 🙂
Sounds like a real thriller
This book sounds interesting. I will be reading it for sure.
This sounds very interesting… I think my hubby may like to read it as well. 🙂
I love stories of people and families overcoming difficult events. There’s so much to learn from them, especially when all a person is left with is their Faith. Thank-you for this intriguing chance. 🙂
Sounds like a good book to read
sounds like a good one would love to check it out!
Sounds like a good book love to read it!
This is exactly the kind of book I love reading. Plenty of adventure in it.
This sounds very interesting
This looks like a book i would be very interested in reading
I love adventure books, this looks like exactly my type of book!
I like books about police stories and FBI negotiators. I recommend this to all readers.
Modern day pirates hmm? Gee,maybe I’ll take a plane!
I think the book sounds quite captivating. I would love to read it.