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The Chamomile
Lilyan joins Patriot spies in British-occupied Charlestown, SC, to rescue her brother from a notorious prison ship. She'll lie, steal, kill or be killed she promises Nicholas Xanthakos, a scout with Francis Marion's partisans, who leads the mission. In Nicholas' arms she discovers enduring love...a home. But that home is a long time coming. Her journey requires she save th...more
Paperback, 252 pages
Published
February 26th 2011
by Ingalls Publishing Group
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Susan Craft has crafted an intriguing story with the historical setting in 18th century South Carolina. I thoroughly enjoyed the history part of this book, and clearly the author does her job in researching the events and places she writes about.
Lilyan was a determined young lady that promises Nicolas Xanthakos she would do anything, including taking a life, if it meant rescuing her brother from the prison ship he was on. And as we follow her journey, Lilyan finds herself in difficult circumstan...more
Lilyan was a determined young lady that promises Nicolas Xanthakos she would do anything, including taking a life, if it meant rescuing her brother from the prison ship he was on. And as we follow her journey, Lilyan finds herself in difficult circumstan...more
Where do I begin? I loved "The Chamomile" so much that it will likely be on my favorite list for all of my 2012 novel reading.
From the first chapter, I was totally caught up in the characters and their precarious situation as Patriots in British-occupied South Carolina in 1780. Author Susan Craft artfully wove an intense and realistic story filled with situations that left you breathless and characters that captured your heart. It takes an extremely well written story to move me to tears and I h...more
From the first chapter, I was totally caught up in the characters and their precarious situation as Patriots in British-occupied South Carolina in 1780. Author Susan Craft artfully wove an intense and realistic story filled with situations that left you breathless and characters that captured your heart. It takes an extremely well written story to move me to tears and I h...more
Dec 16, 2011
Carrie Pagels
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5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Historical fiction - esp. American Revolution
Recommended to Carrie by:
Colonial American Christian Writers
The Chamomile by Susan Craft
Five Stars *****
I am going to gush. I just finished reading Susan Craft's book. It is not a CBA book, but this is an amazing inspirational book. It is a historical with strong romantic elements, not a historical romance. Susan has a command of South Carolina history that is remarkable and it shows on every page. This book is like a treasure trove of American Revolution and colonial history relevant to South Carolina and unlike anything I have ever read. The closest th...more
Five Stars *****
I am going to gush. I just finished reading Susan Craft's book. It is not a CBA book, but this is an amazing inspirational book. It is a historical with strong romantic elements, not a historical romance. Susan has a command of South Carolina history that is remarkable and it shows on every page. This book is like a treasure trove of American Revolution and colonial history relevant to South Carolina and unlike anything I have ever read. The closest th...more
Wow! This book was wonderful! I only put it book down when I couldn't keep my eyes open any longer.
The Chamomile is rich in historical detail but it's not dry and boring. Susan F. Craft knows how to make history come alive for the reader. She inserts facts into the story in such a way that they don't even seem to be facts.
I hadn't really read much about the Revolutionary War in the South, seems like history books and most novels always focus on the northern battles and events, so this book was...more
The Chamomile is rich in historical detail but it's not dry and boring. Susan F. Craft knows how to make history come alive for the reader. She inserts facts into the story in such a way that they don't even seem to be facts.
I hadn't really read much about the Revolutionary War in the South, seems like history books and most novels always focus on the northern battles and events, so this book was...more
This book started slowly for me, but I really enjoyed it as I continued to read. It is a combination of historical fiction during the Revolutionary War, with a love story between a soldier and the main character, Lillian; and suspense when Lillian runs to escape a murder conviction. There are historical figures named in the book and it is written in the language and customs of that time. I would recommend this book to historical fiction readers interested in the Revolutionary War, an era not as...more
Powerful story! Susan Craft does a great job telling this tale of war, hate, sacrifice, revenge, love…the list goes on. I was captivated by the characters in this book, totally felt their pain and struggles. Oh what Lilyan, the heroine of this story, had to endure! She is truly a remarkable character…I found myself holding my breathe at times, wondering how things would turn out for her. Yes, there are moments of joy, laughter and love…but be prepared for heartache and tears as well. A very well...more
"The Chamomile" by Susan Craft is a wonderfully detailed depiction of life during the Revolutionary War. Although there are romantic elements to this book, the bigger story illustrates the harsh life endured when we endeavor to stay true to a cause, and the Christian theme of God's love, grace and mercy is woven throughout. I really loved the author's details of South Carolina at that time. It is obvious to me that she not only did extensive research but that she enjoys the little details that g...more
The Chamomile was very interesting to read. I definitely found I out I am not very knowledgeable about the Revolutionary War, but the author, Susan Craft, managed to teach me about it in a way that was not boring or over my head. On top of being a great history lesson, the book is also both a romance and inspiring Christian fiction. I very much enjoyed seeing the main character, Lilyan Cameron, grow in her faith and dependence on the Lord throughout the story and loved the unfolding love story....more
The chamomile is a story of love, family relationships, friendship, and the desire to do what is right. Unfortunately, I did not enjoy this book. I didn't connect with the storyline or characters of this book. I love historical fiction books, but for some reason this book did not reach out to me. I didn't feel like I "truly knew" the characters and I felt there reactions were a bit predictable. Reading other reviews, I see that I am alone in my reaction to this book. I hope that others get swept...more
This is a much different type of book I normally read. I usually wouldn't read a book that is about the 1700's but I had a chance to get the book from Susan Craft for a review.
At first it seemed to me a slow start but that didn't last very long because before I knew it I was really into reading this book. I loved the characters and how it was a Christian book (which is a big plus for me because that's all I read). I also loved how it was a love story and had suspense to keep me reading until mi...more
At first it seemed to me a slow start but that didn't last very long because before I knew it I was really into reading this book. I loved the characters and how it was a Christian book (which is a big plus for me because that's all I read). I also loved how it was a love story and had suspense to keep me reading until mi...more
The Chamomile has to be one of the best books I have read in 2012. I believe it had more of an effect on me because of the bravery of Lilyan the heroine in this book. She was determined to stand up against the British to protect her country. It did not matter the dangers she knew she would face.With the help of Nicholas Xanthakos and many other Patriots she sets out to rescue her brother whom is being held on a prison ship having been charged as a traitor to the British crown. She ends up prete...more
This is a story about a young woman during the Revolutionary War in South Carolina. Lilyan’s brother was a prisoner of the British army kept aboard a prison ship off the coast of Charleston.
Although the book starts out slowly, it’s well worth the wait to get to the exciting chapters. There is a little bit of everything in this novel. Some adventure, suspense and even romance. It shows the realities of war and reminds us how family ties and love can cause us to do things we never imagined.
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Although the book starts out slowly, it’s well worth the wait to get to the exciting chapters. There is a little bit of everything in this novel. Some adventure, suspense and even romance. It shows the realities of war and reminds us how family ties and love can cause us to do things we never imagined.
Craft...more
Lovely book. It's definitely different. The writer's voice was strong, and the writing clear. The author expressed her opinions through her writing very well. It was not at all preachy. It has romance, suspense, forgiveness, trust, and more. It was quite a read.
I only thought the romance happened a bit quickly. Nothing wrong with that, it was just different from what I am used to reading. If you're looking for an easy read, this is it.
Three stars. I look forward to what the author may have nex...more
I only thought the romance happened a bit quickly. Nothing wrong with that, it was just different from what I am used to reading. If you're looking for an easy read, this is it.
Three stars. I look forward to what the author may have nex...more
This is a personal and engaging story set in a time often portrayed in broad strokes of bright patriotic colors. The heroine's odyssey takes her across Revolutionary era America to the Appalachians in her efforts to save her family and her own life. It might be considered "Christian" fiction, but the orientation is entirely appropriate for the world view of the time period.
4.5 stars
Reviewed by Helena for Romantic Historical Lovers
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Reviewed by Helena for Romantic Historical Lovers
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I am reading this book at the recommendation my friend, Anne! It is really well-written and very interesting!
This story is set in a period that's very interesting to me, and Susan Craft has written an exciting, absorbing story with sympathetic, believable characters. I'm especially enjoying the details of the locale and the interaction between Lilyan and Nicholas. The Chamomile is very vividly written and is keeping me turning the pages to find out what happens!
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