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Prize of My Heart
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Lisa Norato (Goodreads Author)
Rich in Historical Detail, This Is a Romance that Delivers!
An unsolved mystery separates ex-privateersman Captain Brogan Talvis from his lost son--his only living relation, his only family. Shortly before her tragic demise, his wife abandoned their infant to strangers, refusing to reveal the child's whereabouts. Now, three years later, Brogan has discovered the boy at the...more
An unsolved mystery separates ex-privateersman Captain Brogan Talvis from his lost son--his only living relation, his only family. Shortly before her tragic demise, his wife abandoned their infant to strangers, refusing to reveal the child's whereabouts. Now, three years later, Brogan has discovered the boy at the...more
Paperback, 298 pages
Published
March 1st 2012
by Bethany House Publishers
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Prize of My Heart was a very sweet and touching read about a father's determination to reunite with the son that was taken from him years before. And, rather unplanned, through the course of it all...he finds love as well! This is the type of book where, after you read the synopsis and think you know how things will go, the book takes an entirely unexpected turn to surprise you!
The opening scene was a rather amusing—and memorable—start to this adventur...more
Prize of My Heart was a very sweet and touching read about a father's determination to reunite with the son that was taken from him years before. And, rather unplanned, through the course of it all...he finds love as well! This is the type of book where, after you read the synopsis and think you know how things will go, the book takes an entirely unexpected turn to surprise you!
The opening scene was a rather amusing—and memorable—start to this adventur...more
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A test that only true love will stand... This is what Lisa Norato's book, Prize of my Heart, gifts readers with. Captain Brogan Talvis has been in search for a place to belong his whole life; once he seemed to have reached his dream, it vanished. His struggle to love despite the circumstances that have shaped him only intensifies when he comes back to New England in search of his son. He finds him with Lorena, the daughter of a ship builder and merchant that has adopted Talvis's son, Drew, belie...more
While he was at sea three years ago, Captain Brogan Talvis' late wife gave away his son to another family to raise as their own. For three years, Brogan has plotted to get his son Benjamin back by any means necessary. When he finally finds his son, he's surprised by his attraction to Lorena, the woman Benjamin (now called Drew) knows as his sister and primary caregiver. In his efforts to win back his son, will he lose his chance at love?
I can sum up this book in one phrase: great plot idea but p...more
I can sum up this book in one phrase: great plot idea but p...more
"Prize of my Heart", by Lisa Norato, is an exciting, compelling historical romance. Set in early 1800's Massachusetts, the story line is rich in detail and well-crafted, offering surprising twists and turns and poignant characterizations. Captain Brogan Talvis survived the War of 1812 as a brave, bold privateer while suffering a cruel deception from his own wife. For reasons unknown to him, Brogan's wife, Abigail, gave up their young son and refused to reveal his whereabouts before she died. Aft...more
Jun 11, 2012
Meagan Myhren-bennett
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5 of 5 stars
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Prize of My Heart
By Lisa Norato
Three years ago Captain Brogan Talvis was betrayed by his late wife Abigail. Unhappy with her status as wife and mother Abigail abandoned their son Benjamin. Shortly thereafter she died in a house fire taking her secret to the grave with her.
But Brogan was not about to abandon his son to the care of strangers and thus embarked on an impossible search for his young son. By sheer chance he catches a glimpse of Ben's face in the window of Nathaniel Huntley's home. Hav...more
By Lisa Norato
Three years ago Captain Brogan Talvis was betrayed by his late wife Abigail. Unhappy with her status as wife and mother Abigail abandoned their son Benjamin. Shortly thereafter she died in a house fire taking her secret to the grave with her.
But Brogan was not about to abandon his son to the care of strangers and thus embarked on an impossible search for his young son. By sheer chance he catches a glimpse of Ben's face in the window of Nathaniel Huntley's home. Hav...more
Prize of My Heart
Lisa Norato
Set in 1815 in Massachusetts, Lisa Norato takes us back to a historical time of shipbuilding, wayfaring and privateers. She has spent a vested amount of time in bringing the day to life in this novel with rich details, fantastic descriptions and emotions of the time past.
Captain Brogan Talvis has been searching for his young son for over 3 years. The son that his wife stole from him and ‘hid’ prior to her own death in a house fire. Bitter, and evil his wife never disc...more
Lisa Norato
Set in 1815 in Massachusetts, Lisa Norato takes us back to a historical time of shipbuilding, wayfaring and privateers. She has spent a vested amount of time in bringing the day to life in this novel with rich details, fantastic descriptions and emotions of the time past.
Captain Brogan Talvis has been searching for his young son for over 3 years. The son that his wife stole from him and ‘hid’ prior to her own death in a house fire. Bitter, and evil his wife never disc...more
Three years ago, Captain Brogan Talvis' late wife abandoned their son, leaving no clue as to the boy's whereabouts. After searching relentlessly, Brogan discovers his son was adopted by a New England shipbuilder. And the man's daughter, Lorena Huntley, acts as loving guardian to the child.
Lorena, who hides a dark truth about her family and the child, finds herself falling for the handsome captain/ex-privateer who has come to secure ownership of one of her father's ships. She is still unaware of...more
Lorena, who hides a dark truth about her family and the child, finds herself falling for the handsome captain/ex-privateer who has come to secure ownership of one of her father's ships. She is still unaware of...more
PRIZE OF MY HEART by Lisa Norato is a wonderful inspirational historical romance set in 1815 Massachusetts. This is the story of Lorena Huntley, a shipbuilder’s daughter,and Captain Brogan Talvis,whose wife abandoned his son with someone and will not tell Talvis, then dies.With high seas adventure,divided loyalties.secrets,romance,deceit,and love. “Prize of My Heart” is am emotional love story of the love of one’s child,determination to find said son,secrets revealed,truths you will not see comi...more
(I really wanted to give this one three and a half stars!)
This Christian historical fiction romance takes place in Massachusetts in 1815, where Captain Brogan Talvis enters the life of the Huntleys -- a shipbuilder and his two children, Lorena and Drew. Though they believe he has come solely for his new ship, Captain Talvis also has come to take possession of Drew, the son who was stolen away from him by his wife before her mysterious death. In somewhat predictable fashion, Captain Talvis instea...more
This Christian historical fiction romance takes place in Massachusetts in 1815, where Captain Brogan Talvis enters the life of the Huntleys -- a shipbuilder and his two children, Lorena and Drew. Though they believe he has come solely for his new ship, Captain Talvis also has come to take possession of Drew, the son who was stolen away from him by his wife before her mysterious death. In somewhat predictable fashion, Captain Talvis instea...more
I loved this book! I received a softcover book from the publisher and it read fine. But I enjoy using my Kindle and so I purchased it to read the story.
The War of 1812 is over and a privateer, Captain Brogan Talvis, can search out his son, Ben, now five-years-old. Having acquired money through his exploits, he has arranged for a ship to be built in the shipyard of the family who adopted his son. His wife, shortly before her death in a fire, gave away their son to strangers.
Little Benjamin was...more
The War of 1812 is over and a privateer, Captain Brogan Talvis, can search out his son, Ben, now five-years-old. Having acquired money through his exploits, he has arranged for a ship to be built in the shipyard of the family who adopted his son. His wife, shortly before her death in a fire, gave away their son to strangers.
Little Benjamin was...more
I don't know where Bethany House publishers is finding all of these fabulous debut authors, but I say keep them coming!
Lisa Norato joins the rank of the likes of Regina Jennings (author of the recently released book 60 Acres and a Bride) in providing an entertaining and worthy first offering with Prize of My Heart. The novel captured my interest from the first chapter, when I found myself chuckling at the re-enactment of David and Goliath, while also pondering the secrecy and lies and deceit th...more
Lisa Norato joins the rank of the likes of Regina Jennings (author of the recently released book 60 Acres and a Bride) in providing an entertaining and worthy first offering with Prize of My Heart. The novel captured my interest from the first chapter, when I found myself chuckling at the re-enactment of David and Goliath, while also pondering the secrecy and lies and deceit th...more
Prize of my Heart by Lisa Norato is the perfect book to read if you need to escape for a couple of hours. I know - I read it while recovering from surgery. It has all my favourite attributes in a book - romance, suspense, a leading man that you wish were real...sigh. Yep, I forgot about pain when I was reading this book.
Captain Brogan Talvis's wife has abandoned their son while he is away at sea. Unfortunately, she dies before he finds out what she did with the boy. After years of searching, he...more
Captain Brogan Talvis's wife has abandoned their son while he is away at sea. Unfortunately, she dies before he finds out what she did with the boy. After years of searching, he...more
Rich language evokes such incredible images that I swear I can still smell the tangy scent of salt in the air! Norato's descriptive writing will send you back to a time when heroes were larger than life just like ex-privateer Brogan Talvis. (Insert collective sigh here!) A tortured soul filled with the grim determination to right a wrong on his own terms. Is there anything more swoonworthy than a reluctant hero in navy dress? The kind that has a keen sense of justice and the gall to set out admi...more
Lorena Huntley has a huge dilemma, she has attracted the hearts of more than one man who is captured not only by her beauty but by her heart as well. However one of those men is fast becoming more than just a friend to her if she can keep her emotions in check.
One of those is her strong-willed protector. Being one of the only men in her life besides her father, he has grown to love her in a remarkable way. He is Andrew Benjamin Huntley, otherwise known as her adopted brother of just five, but wi...more
One of those is her strong-willed protector. Being one of the only men in her life besides her father, he has grown to love her in a remarkable way. He is Andrew Benjamin Huntley, otherwise known as her adopted brother of just five, but wi...more
It is the year 1815.
Ex-privateersman Captain Brogan Talvis’ wife had abandoned their 2 year old son to strangers. She refused to tell him to whom she gave the infant. Shortly later Brogan’s house burns down and his wife was killed in the fire.
From that moment Brogan has searched for his son. It is 3 years later now and finally he has discovered that the boy lives with shipbuilder Nathaniel Huntley and his 19-year old daughter Lorena.
Brogan orders a ship from Nathaniel Huntley and makes up a plan...more
Ex-privateersman Captain Brogan Talvis’ wife had abandoned their 2 year old son to strangers. She refused to tell him to whom she gave the infant. Shortly later Brogan’s house burns down and his wife was killed in the fire.
From that moment Brogan has searched for his son. It is 3 years later now and finally he has discovered that the boy lives with shipbuilder Nathaniel Huntley and his 19-year old daughter Lorena.
Brogan orders a ship from Nathaniel Huntley and makes up a plan...more
I think my favorite part of this book was the interesting information about shipping in the 19th century - so much detail, but blending seamlessly with the story-telling.
On the other hand, I felt like the plot itself had more than a few holes. It seemed strange to me that the hero, who said over and over that family and patriotism were the most important things to him, would plan to go against the laws of his country and steal a little boy who someone was raising as a son. And then the fact that...more
On the other hand, I felt like the plot itself had more than a few holes. It seemed strange to me that the hero, who said over and over that family and patriotism were the most important things to him, would plan to go against the laws of his country and steal a little boy who someone was raising as a son. And then the fact that...more
Prize of My Heart – A Thrilling Love Story!
Captain Brogan Talvis searches for his son that has been abandoned by his late wife. He feels hurt and betrayed that she has done this to him. His burning desire is to find his son and reunite with him. Finally after years of searching Captain Talvis has found a lead to where his son is living. He is living with Nathaniel Huntley, one of New England’s most notable shipbuilders. It is a mystery to Captain Talvis as to what plan Huntley played in his son’...more
Captain Brogan Talvis searches for his son that has been abandoned by his late wife. He feels hurt and betrayed that she has done this to him. His burning desire is to find his son and reunite with him. Finally after years of searching Captain Talvis has found a lead to where his son is living. He is living with Nathaniel Huntley, one of New England’s most notable shipbuilders. It is a mystery to Captain Talvis as to what plan Huntley played in his son’...more
Lisa Norato sweeps you into 1815 Massachusetts with a great cast of characters including the lovable and playful Drew, the elegant and caring Lorena and the rugged and gentle spirited Brogan. Prize of my Heart captured me from the very beginning and kept me reading till the final page. When reading a book many of us tend to make a prediction to what will happen, and while I did this I was blown away that I was wrong. Lisa weaves many twists and turns into this book. Some were more disappointing...more
My first book by Lisa Norato and I loved it, what a wonderful story of the larger then life Brogan Talvis-Capt'n.
Brogan lived his life looking for his "Prize of My Heart". This man had many disappointments in such a young man. He found an inner strength that let him move forward. He loved the sea and his men had total respect for him, I liked reading the passages about the sea and the nautical terms used.
He has a secret as he starts his journey, you will want to keep turning the pages hoping to...more
Brogan lived his life looking for his "Prize of My Heart". This man had many disappointments in such a young man. He found an inner strength that let him move forward. He loved the sea and his men had total respect for him, I liked reading the passages about the sea and the nautical terms used.
He has a secret as he starts his journey, you will want to keep turning the pages hoping to...more
This novel takes place back in the early nineteenth century and is full of high sea adventure. As Captain Brogan Talvis sails the high seas his wife had left him and abandoned their son and he has no idea where his boy was. He started to search for him everywhere he went and finally found him in the home of a New England ship builder whom had adopted him. The man's daughter Lorena was acting as a nanny to him.
When Brogan found the boy and that is when he met the beautiful your lady Lorena Huntl...more
When Brogan found the boy and that is when he met the beautiful your lady Lorena Huntl...more
The Prize of My Heart by Lisa Norato
Captain Brogan Talvis has been searching for his son. Three years ago his late wife had taken their two year old boy and brought him away. Brogan has been searching for the boy he loves and has finally found a small lead...one that pans out. A rich shipbuilder has his son. So he has Nathaniel Huntley build him a ship, the very man who has Ben, and when it's finished he will take Ben and sail away. Although plans of man and plans of God are often very different...more
Captain Brogan Talvis has been searching for his son. Three years ago his late wife had taken their two year old boy and brought him away. Brogan has been searching for the boy he loves and has finally found a small lead...one that pans out. A rich shipbuilder has his son. So he has Nathaniel Huntley build him a ship, the very man who has Ben, and when it's finished he will take Ben and sail away. Although plans of man and plans of God are often very different...more
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Oh to be able to sail away into the sunset with a hero like Captain Brogan Talvis. Uniform? Check. Bad boy privateer? Check. Devoted father and romantic? Check, check. Tortured soul in need of some tender loving care? Enlist me now!
In all seriousness, Brogan's storyline was truly poignant and heart wrenching. An orphan who was devalued and tormented throughout his childhood only to be betrayed later in life and deprived of the only family...more
Oh to be able to sail away into the sunset with a hero like Captain Brogan Talvis. Uniform? Check. Bad boy privateer? Check. Devoted father and romantic? Check, check. Tortured soul in need of some tender loving care? Enlist me now!
In all seriousness, Brogan's storyline was truly poignant and heart wrenching. An orphan who was devalued and tormented throughout his childhood only to be betrayed later in life and deprived of the only family...more
Prize of My Heart by Lisa Norato is quite a good book. I really love the cover picture and the story line is excellent. I like the surprise ending and didn’t think it would have that kind of twist near the end, but was well pleased with it.
I have never read a book written by Lisa Norato and am glad I got the chance to read a new author. She is quite a talent.
The only thing I really didn’t like about the book was the wordy description of the clothes and rooms etc.. Maybe some people like a lot...more
I have never read a book written by Lisa Norato and am glad I got the chance to read a new author. She is quite a talent.
The only thing I really didn’t like about the book was the wordy description of the clothes and rooms etc.. Maybe some people like a lot...more
Captain Brogan Talvis is in search of his son. Searching has consumed him for years and now he is looking right into the boys’ eyes! What comes after is the heart of the story. Lorena Huntley is not sure why but she finds herself wanting to spend more time with the Captain. As the story continues you find these two characters bonding over the young boy, Drew. This story is definitely more of an adventure then a romance. There is even a kidnapping and house fire!
I enjoyed the story but wish the...more
I enjoyed the story but wish the...more
**Thank you to Bethany House publishing and author Lisa Norato for providing me with the opportunity to be an early reviewer**
AUTHOR: LISA NORATO is an Inspirational fiction author.
SETTING: Year 1815, 19th century, Massachusetts, With America having fought gallantly against English rule many have turned to ship building and trading of goods..
CENTRAL FEMALE CHARACTERS: She comes from a well to do family. Her father is a shipmaker. She is the mother "figure" to little Drew, a boy taken into the ho...more
AUTHOR: LISA NORATO is an Inspirational fiction author.
SETTING: Year 1815, 19th century, Massachusetts, With America having fought gallantly against English rule many have turned to ship building and trading of goods..
CENTRAL FEMALE CHARACTERS: She comes from a well to do family. Her father is a shipmaker. She is the mother "figure" to little Drew, a boy taken into the ho...more
I was instantly draw into this book, The cover was both beautiful and intriguing, the woman o nthe cover seemed to have a secret or to be waiting for something or someone perhaps . My heart became invested the very moment I read that Brogan was looking for a son that had been stolen from him. I wanted to know why Ben had been taken from his father and what kind of woman would do that to him. I really enjoyed watching Brogan grow in presence of Lorena. I loved the way the author made it where you...more
Though the back flap of Prize of My Heart by Lisa Norato says, “Haunted by thoughts of Lorena in peril, Brogan is compelled to choose between the boy he longs for and the woman who has captured his heart,” the story focuses more on the struggle of Captain Brogan Talvis and his past in trying to retrieve his son than of the action.
Captain Talvis buys a ship from Lorena Huntley’s father with the intention of stealing away Mr. Huntley’s adopted boy, Drew. Captain Talvis did not reveal that Drew is...more
Captain Talvis buys a ship from Lorena Huntley’s father with the intention of stealing away Mr. Huntley’s adopted boy, Drew. Captain Talvis did not reveal that Drew is...more
Prize of my Heart review:
3.9 stars. Cover: 5 stars
Review: "Prize of my Heart" was the first book I have ever read by Lisa Norato, and let us just say it left quite an impression. Not in a bad way, but not in the best way either. I know, I know. You're thinking, "Really? This girl never finds any book that is to her liking!" That's not entirely true, I just find most books in need of tweeking (No, I'm not a perfectionist. I understand everyone has to start somewhere!). Anyway, it was a good book....more
3.9 stars. Cover: 5 stars
Review: "Prize of my Heart" was the first book I have ever read by Lisa Norato, and let us just say it left quite an impression. Not in a bad way, but not in the best way either. I know, I know. You're thinking, "Really? This girl never finds any book that is to her liking!" That's not entirely true, I just find most books in need of tweeking (No, I'm not a perfectionist. I understand everyone has to start somewhere!). Anyway, it was a good book....more
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This is the first book I have read by Lisa Norato. I checked her website and saw that she had a couple of others out, so I will likely be reading them in the future. When I first read this blurb, I was intrigued. A pirate *coughs* I mean privateer … a young lasy taking care of child known as her brother, though he is not … said privateer searching for his long lost son … all tied in...more
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This is the first book I have read by Lisa Norato. I checked her website and saw that she had a couple of others out, so I will likely be reading them in the future. When I first read this blurb, I was intrigued. A pirate *coughs* I mean privateer … a young lasy taking care of child known as her brother, though he is not … said privateer searching for his long lost son … all tied in...more
In the realm of Christian romance, this book by Lisa Norato is one of the better ones I've read. The romance portion itself is predictable, withing the first few pages, but the plot is not. Just as you think you've got it figured out, something changes and the action picks up. Norato has written a fine piece of historical fiction also. I can tell it's either been researched heavily or she is familiar with shipping history because she is from that area. I almost felt like I was on the ship from h...more
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Lisa Norato has received critical praise for her romantic fiction from reviewers such as Publishers Weekly, Booklist and RT Book Reviews. Her current release, Prize of My Heart, is an inspirational historical romance set during New England’s federal period. Her previous novels include western time travel and contemporary romantic comedy. Lisa lives on the New England coast in a historic village wi...more
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