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Reviews for Give no Quarter (Spanish Waters)
"Barbara Korsness has done it again!
Give no Quarter (Spanish Waters) is a pleasure to read, an exciting Historical Adventure novel that flows smoothly, its grasp
on your attention constant.
The time period is ...1719 and Spain and France are battling each other for supremacy in the New World. Catana, Spanish, and Louis, French,
are the protagonists, childhood friends caught amidst ever-changing circumstances and shifting alliances. As the story unfolds
and their world dissolves in cannon powder and gun smoke.
SPANISH WATERS brims with a colorful, varied cast of secondary
characters, from Tokala, the native Indian, to Jabulani, the run-away African slave, who add zest and meaning to the story.
After Catana and Louis rescue the two slaves, they meet an old sea captain named
Jaime McDowell, and his first mate Orlando Cordova who join them. Sailing to
Cuba, Catana starts her search for her missing father, but she makes an enemy of the last
man who had seen him.
I sure am glad to see a writer of Barbara Korsness' caliber has
entered the e-shelves!" Kristina O'Donnelly, author and publisher.
Spanish Waters
Barbara
Korsness
Barbara Korsness has penned
a historical romance filled with suspense and action.
Travel with Catana, her friend Louis, Catana’s Cousin Inez, through battles, adventures, and escapes. As the war between Spanish, English, and French escalates, Catana and her friends
are forced to go to sea. They enter into action packed battles, turn to piracy,
and escape imprisonment as the search for Catana’s father.
Spanish Waters is a
suspenseful adventure that will keep you enthralled from the first page to the last.
The excitement and suspense are never ending. As soon as the characters
manage to survive a battle, escape from imprisonment, or get out of a dangerous situation, another presents itself.
Spanish Waters is a
beautifully written adventure and love story. The main characters are believable
and loveable. The villains are despicable and loathsome as all villains should
be.
We highly recommend Spanish Waters to the romance fan and the adventure
lover as well. It is a very good read that flows smoothly through suspense, action,
and love. We give it our highest rating of five stars.
Lola Pierce
Chariot Rider Reviews
http://www.thechariotriders.bravehost.com/
Reviews for Ballad of the warrior Maiden
The Ballad of The Warrior Maiden
by Barbara Korsness is fascinating story of a young Celtic maiden who leads a band of Viking Warriors to an unknown land in
search of treasure. Barbara Korsness tells of lands that many of us will never
have the opportunity to visit, and brings those places along with the people to life in this incredible book. The Ballad of The Warrior Maiden will leave you on the edge of your seat as you cannot wait to read the
next chapter to see what is going to happen next. If you are looking for a book
that you can enjoy, one that will take you on an incredible adventure, and one that will keep you in suspense then, The Ballad
of the Warrior Maiden is the book for you.
Tom Ward, author
The Enemy Within
Outposts of Hell or Portals to Heaven
www.warriorministries.us
Barbara Korsness is an author with imagination and flare. She deftly combines History, Fantasy and
Time Travel. "Ballad of the Warrior Maiden" is yet another novel of hers that I am reading, and not only is it as good as
the others, Ancient Fire, Crimson Dawn, and Bull Dancer, but offers yet another different locale and time period. As well,
Ballad of the Warrior Maiden reminds us of the plight of women in the past,in the mists of Irish History during the era of
Brian Boru. But the Celtic Maiden Rianna, a spirited heroine you enjoy following as she battles the formidable obstacles
thrown in her path, is undaunted. After her beloved mother's death, facing the certain prospect of a forced marriage to a
man she has never met only because she has inherited property that the rulers of the Northern and Southern regions want to
get their hands on,she vows to be the master of her own destiny. With the help of an enchanted sword and Roderick the
Raven, she sails with a Viking crew to a mysterious and dangerous land where the natives practice human sacrifice atop a pyramid....
Highly recommended reading!
Reviews for ancient Fire
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Recent Reviews for Barbara J Korsness
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Ancient Fire (Book) - 1/30/2007 6:19:05 AM
When I read the synopsis
of this book, I was immediately intrigued. Scuba diving in the Bahamas, time travel, ancient civilizations, a fantasy world…
yep, this seemed to have a lot to offer. I wasn’t disappointed. The author deftly spins a story featuring the notion
that the Bahamas were once a major land mass the eventually became submerged in a violent earthquake. Although she never calls
it Atlantis, the parallel is unmistakable. The civilization portrayed is exciting, and full of palace intrigues, revolution,
sacrifices and mysticism. The theory of “ancient astronauts” also plays into the theme, making this a riveting
yarn of poignant eloquence. But perhaps the most interesting thing of all is how all of this comes together with Biblical
history, reinforcing the oneness of God. Ms. Korseness beautifully illustrates the culture and peoples of a bygone era, making
you feel as though you were there. Her love for animals in general and horses in particular, is amply evident. I recommend
this book to people of all ages. It is a book the whole family can enjoy.
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"Ancient Fire" by Barbara Korsness is a brilliant and engrossing tale of modern time
travel and Ancient times. Readers are introduced to a plot so well thought out and written that it could actually be a part
of someone's ancient history book. The author uses believable action and authentic dialogue to move readers through this captivating
tale. Intrigue and Romance combine to make this an enjoyable read for all. I am eagerly looking forward to Barbara Korsness's
next novel. Beverly J Scott author of Righteous Revenge
The author did a good job of mixing the fiction with fact and did well in keeping
my interest through out the book. Generally speaking Im not into fiction stories but found this book interesting and intrigueing
from cover to cover. Recomended for kids of all ages. T.J.
If you ever wondered what it was like to live in ancient times, read Ancient Fire by Barbara Korsness.
This author has crafted a book that literally takes the reader back to ancient times and entertains as well as enlightens
the reader about this time period. Beautiful book. Well done, author!
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When I read the synopsis of this book, I was immediately intrigued. Scuba diving in the Bahamas, time travel, ancient civilizations, a fantasy world... yep, this seemed to have a lot to
offer.
I wasn't disappointed. The author deftly spins a story featuring the notion that the Bahamas were once a major land mass the eventually became submerged in a violent earthquake.
Although she never calls it Atlantis, the parallel is unmistakable. The civilization portrayed is exciting, and full of palace
intrigues, revolution, sacrifices and mysticism.
The theory of "ancient astronauts" also plays into the theme, making
this a riveting yarn of poignant eloquence. But perhaps the most interesting thing of all is how all of this comes together
with Biblical history, reinforcing the oneness of God.
Ms. Korseness beautifully illustrates the culture and peoples
of a bygone era, making you feel as though you were there. Her love for animals in general and horses in particular, is amply
evident.
I recommend this book to people of all ages. It is a book the whole family can enjoy.
"Ancient
Fire" by Barbara Korsness is a brilliant and engrossing tale of modern time travel and Ancient times. Readers are introduced
to a plot so well thought out and written that it could actually be a part of someone's ancient history book. The author uses
believable action and authentic dialogue to move readers through this captivating tale. Intrigue and Romance combine to make
this an enjoyable read for all. I am eagerly looking forward to Barbara Korsness's next novel.
Beverly J Scott author of
Righteous Revenge
If you ever wondered what it was like to live in ancient times, read Ancient Fire
by Barbara Korsness. This author has crafted a book that literally takes the reader back to ancient times and entertains as
well as enlightens the reader about this time period. Beautiful book. Well done, author!
The author
did a good job of mixing the fiction with fact and did well in keeping my interest through out the book. Generally speaking
Im not into fiction stories but found this book interesting and intrigueing from cover to cover. Recomended for kids of all
ages. T.J.
While on vacation to the Bahamas, Laura is transported back in time. She learns that she is in the same location, but the period
is some time between the Great Flood, and the birth of Abraham. Rayland, an old mystic, has brought her here. He is a member
of the Ancient Ones, and needs her help to preserve the belief in One True God. In a land with a tyrant ruler, where human
sacrifice is practiced, Laura must become a priestess of the moon in order to fulfill her destiny. Now she has to face the
dilemma of sacrificing those she had come to help. Weaving a little fact and theory with a lot of imagination, the author
has created a wonderful and entertaining tale of adventure, a book you don?t want to miss!
The author has mixed theroy with immagination and written an entertaining story. The plot moves
along with one adventure after another. I was able to picture the land of Lantos in my mind and enjoyed rooting for the good
guys. There was a mix of good vs. evil, romance, and a bit of humor. I liked the novel very much and recomend it to anyone
who wants an enjoyable read. I look forward to her next book.
Enchanting  Ellen
Lake Mary, FL. (3/31/2002)
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This book transports you back to a time long ago. The details are well researched
and told in an entertaining, yet informative, manner. I truly loved this book. Ms. Korsness is a great author, but she is
also a wonderful neighbor and friend. |
Reviews for Crimson Dawn
If you like novels set within an historical framework then Crimson Dawn is for you. Barbara Korsness
has penned an excellent story that reminds me of three great movies: The Robe; Demetrius and the Gladiators; and Ben Hur.
It is set against the backdrop of the Roman Empire during the reign of Nero and the rise of Christianity. The unique quality
that Crimson Dawn has is that it reveals the historical events from a female perspective. The female heroine, Taryn, learns
to be a survivor through the loss of her twin brother, the capture of her other brother as well as her own capture by the
Romans. Barbara has obviously done a lot of historical research for Crimson Dawn and I easily give it 5 stars.
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Crimson Dawn
Barbara Korsness
Publish America, Frederick, Maryland
ISBN: 1-4137-1636-9
Pages 195
Crimson Dawn catches the readers attention from the beginning. It is
a spellbinding account of a tale during Biblical times in ancient Rome. Peter and Paul from the Bible come to life as the
author brings them into the novel with ease as real and convincing characters.
The
bloody accounts of battles and tortures accurately depict the inhumane treatment of Christians during the time following the
crucifixion of Jesus. Ms. Korsness has taken a very difficult time in history and woven a wonderful tale of romance, deceptions
and loyal friendships. The story, while very entertaining, is filled with historical facts that I found interesting to read.
Crimson
Dawn is well written and I would recommend it to anyone as an interesting look into the times of early Christians. I enjoyed
the hints of romance, although I found the book entertaining because of the history and realistic characters more than the
from the romance side.
I
highly recommend Crimson Dawn to all genre lovers. Christians will especially enjoy the references, but this is clearly not
a book written just for the Christian. Crimson Dawn is filled with history, romance, intrigue, battles and action.
This is not a book just for women. I believe men and women alike will enjoy the trip back in time and the action of this fast
paced novel.
Review for "Crimson Dawn" at Gladiatrix
| Crimson Dawn - by Barbara Korsness
In 60 A.D., a Celtic queen gathered an army to drive the Romans from Albion, known today as Britian.
This was a time when women fought as warriors alongside their men. 
Out of the chaos of war emerges a young warrior woman by the name of Taryn. After Queen Boudicca
is defeated in a bloody battle, Taryn learns that her brother Brian has been taken to Rome to be sold into slavery, and she
vows to journey to the great city to rescue him. It is the dawn of Christianity, and the demented ruler Nero is on the throne.
While Taryn searches forBrian, she kills a Roman soldier in self-defense and is condemned to fight for her life in the arena
as a gladiator.
If you like your novels fast paced and to the point, you can’t go far wrong with Crimson Dawn. Barbara Korsness grabs
the reader, pulls him in and doesn’t let go for a breathless one hundred and ninety-five pages of intense action.
Crimson Dawn is unlike any gladiatrix-genre novel I’ve reviewed for these pages in that the theme is overtly religious.
To use a filmic analogy, Crimson Dawn is more akin to “Demetrius and the Gladiators” than “The Arena.”
Certainly, Korsness’s ocular style and breakneck pace has more the feel of a movie script as opposed to a magnum opus
of literary fiction yet there’s a freshness and innocence to the prose that evokes those Christian epics of yesteryear.
But whilst the novel wears its ecclesiastical heart on its sleeve, Korsness is careful never to preach to the reader and indeed
even has the heroine Taryn question the faith at times.
If there’s a fault with Crimson Dawn it’s that the novel is too short. Weighing in at just under two hundred
pages, there’s little time to settle into a scene before we’re whisked off again to a new setting. Bearing in
mind the epic scale of the action – from Boudicca’s Britannia to Nero’s Rome, the arena, the Circus Maximus,
the great fire, persecution of Christians and a romance as well, Crimson Dawn just goes too fast for my tastes. That’s
not to say it’s a bad book, but my personal preference is a more sedate pace.
All in all, Crimson Dawn is perfect for a quick and satisfying read. The gladiatrix section of the story is well handled,
but readers should be aware that Taryn’s stint in the arena is only part of her amazing journey. Barbara Korsness has
packed in far more into her protagonist’s story. Fans of fast-paced, well researched historical fiction should definitely
reserve a copy of Crimson Dawn. Barbara Korsness is evidently a fan of the Warrior Woman genre, and she writes what she likes
- she has penned several novels in the genre and all are worth checking out.
Crimson Dawn is available from www.amazon.co.uk and www.amazon.com and you can sample Barbara's other novels at her website - https://sunstone40.tripod.com/ |
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