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Roanoke: The Lost Colony (Keepers of the Ring #1)
by
Angela Elwell Hunt (Goodreads Author)
Series premiere special price "Roanoke: The Lost Colony" recounts the life of Jocelyn Colman, whose faith is tested and refined when she follows the husband she barely knows to an unexplored land. Jocelyn struggles with her husband's bitterness and guilt until God's forgiveness becomes a lifesaving reality.
Paperback, 512 pages
Published
March 1st 1996
by Tyndale House Publishers
(first published January 1st 1996)
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As we follow young Jocelyn across the ocean to the English colonies, she becomes a capable member of the community. She accepts her role as the minister’s wife and loves her husband despite her misperceptions about his feelings for her. More than once I wanted to scream as the couple misunderstand each others’ words or actions and go through years of marriage never understanding how they truly feel about each other.
But there is much to be gleaned from this could-be-true story based on the lost...more
But there is much to be gleaned from this could-be-true story based on the lost...more
I have always enjoyed historical fiction and this book didn't let me down! I hadn't really heard of this part of history before; about there being a colony of Englshmen who came over to the New World in 1586 but due to circumstances beyond their control, they became known as "The Lost Colony", for when another group of English boats finally made it to the new world to look for them about four years later, they had "vanished". Anela Hunt takes the few historical facts that are known about the peo...more
This book drove me up the wall, as it was a frustrating example of legalistic religion but unfortunately a probable version of the story of English arrogance. It got somewhat better when Jocelyn, the main character, somehow managed to teach her minister husband about God's grace and love. He was fixated on the law out of guilt for past sins.
It always cracks me up how these "inspirational" romances deal with the physical act of love. Jocelyn had no clue about any of it, nor that sex can cause pre...more
It always cracks me up how these "inspirational" romances deal with the physical act of love. Jocelyn had no clue about any of it, nor that sex can cause pre...more
I gasped when I realized I had come to the end of this novel and had to say goodbye to characters I had come to love. I see now that it's #1 in a series? I'll be seeking out the next volume.
I love historical fiction, so this book seemed right up my alley. The beginning was hard to get into, but I understand it had to set the story. I really started enjoying it when they got to America and began their new life. I really disliked Thomas, and I mourned for Joscelyn, who was stuck married to him! He was so concerned what others thought, instead of listening to the Holy Spirit. I was relieved he finally got it figured out, but too bad it was so late. Years of bitterness and guilt spent...more
Absoltely gut-wrenching. Ordinarily, I cannot read sad books. And sad is ...an understatement for this book. But I just could not put this book down. Some parts were absolutely horrifying, but I'm thankful for having read them. It really gave me a deeper gratefulness for what sacrifices were made so that I could now live in this country. I'm just in awe.
I really loved Jocelyn's character. Her virtue. She was quite amazing, but believable. I found myself so frustrated with Thomas, but I think hi...more
I really loved Jocelyn's character. Her virtue. She was quite amazing, but believable. I found myself so frustrated with Thomas, but I think hi...more
Although this book frustrated me to some extent, I kept reading. Disregarding any historical inaccuracies (it is, after all, fiction), I thought the first half of this book was richly detailed. I became irritated towards the last quarter of the book when dates started to run together (and beargut was replaced by catgut, although no cats were ever mentioned anywhere else in the book), and disliked how the relationship between Jocelyn and her husband was concluded (I mean, you spent at least a thi...more
Jocelyn White's father wanted her to go to Virginia but she didn't want to go. Her father got their servant to help get her on her uncle's ship. On the ship, she met a man, Thomas Colman, who was a minister. They got married and had many obstacles that they got through together.
There were many twists in this book. For instance, Thomas didn't look at Jocelyn when they were first married, but after there was an incident, he got to love her more.
This is a really good book. The author wrote it as if...more
There were many twists in this book. For instance, Thomas didn't look at Jocelyn when they were first married, but after there was an incident, he got to love her more.
This is a really good book. The author wrote it as if...more
A review from my old blog (of the whole series) ...
Oh. My. Word. This series is incredible! Of Hunt's three historical series I have to say that this is my absolute favorite.
This series explores the relationship between the English and Indian during the colonial period. The main characters, after the first book, are for the most part of biracial which allows Hunt to explore the choices that such a person would have to face... whether to be English or to be Indian.
At the same time some of the mos...more
Oh. My. Word. This series is incredible! Of Hunt's three historical series I have to say that this is my absolute favorite.
This series explores the relationship between the English and Indian during the colonial period. The main characters, after the first book, are for the most part of biracial which allows Hunt to explore the choices that such a person would have to face... whether to be English or to be Indian.
At the same time some of the mos...more
When I discovered that Angela Elwell Hunt, author of The Note, had tried her hand at historical fiction, I was eager to give it a try. I had enjoyed The Note as evidenced by my favorable review here on GoodReads. In addition to inspirational romance, historical fiction is always a favorite for me.
Now, anyone with even an elementary grasp of American history knows that any book with the title of Roanoke should not expect a light and flowery tale of romance, so I wasn't surprised that it was froug...more
Now, anyone with even an elementary grasp of American history knows that any book with the title of Roanoke should not expect a light and flowery tale of romance, so I wasn't surprised that it was froug...more
Establishing a colony in Virginia in 1587 is a challenge to the brave souls who leave England in search of a new life. The ocean voyage is difficult -- bad weather, crowded conditions, scarce food and water and of poor quality. Troubles continue when the colonists reach land -- illness, death, dissension. scarcity, hostile natives, and lack of the expected new supplies from England. It was an interesting and well researched story but I found it depressing.
No sex
Non graphic violence
No sex
Non graphic violence
This was a fiction account of what happened to the first settlers of this great country. I found the story very interesting. I never really took time to think about the feelings of the unwed men who came across the ocean to claim this great land. I learned to respect the faith and strength of the women who were on the first ship. Some of the characters died and some of the deaths saddened me. I will seek out the rest of the books in the "Keepers of the Ring" series.
We North Carolinians are a bit biased in terms of our favorite of history's mysteries. Great historically accurate detail. Eminently plausible supposition for what befell the "Lost Colony" of Roanoke. I loved Jocelyn and the depiction of the coastal plains Indians. I did not care for Thomas as the romantic hero. He was a jerk and his behavior inexcusable.
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This historical fiction was fairly well-written and causes one to think about the tremendous courage and endurance it took for people to adventure to America from civilized homes in England. The sea travel itself was daunting and a wonder that anyone could survive the voyage on the food conditions present on these small ships. The challenges they faced were tremendous and this book describes the working relationships of people in the settlement and their association with various Indian tribes. I...more
Was very slow yet compelling to read. A story about the colony on the Chesapeake Bay - the daily lives of the colonists and their encounters with the Indians. I really like Angela Elwell Hunt but this was not up to her normal greatness. It is a series so I will look for the others on www.paperbackswap.com
Interesting perspective of what may happened to the lost colony of Roanoke. I would give it a higher rating, but one of the characters did not resolve his issues until the very end of the book, and it was high time at that point. Overall, I enjoyed this book for the historical content. 3.5 stars.
Double Wow! I really don't have words to describe this book except heartwrenching and amazing! As the title suggests, Hunt gives her take on what happened to those colonists on Ronoake Island, and her suggestion seems very plausible. Her writing style is phenomenal and the story line and characters captivating. But this book isn't just happy go lucky. Sometimes it is so sad, you wonder how you'll ever go on. Some parts are gruesome, so I wouldn't recommend it for young people, but if you are rea...more
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I may be being too harsh but I just can't appreciate a book that has tragedy at every corner even if it is "realistic"... I suppose it probably was that bad back then but I'd rather be blissfully ignorant!
Aug 20, 2007
Kay
rated it
4 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
People interested in early American history; Christian readers
Shelves:
read-in-2007
I had never heard about the Lost Colony of Roanoke, specifically, although I realized there were English colonists prior to those who landed on Plymouth Rock. I found this book extremely interesting after the first several chapters. The author did a fairly good job of piecing together what might have happened to these early colonists. Although the title hinted to the outcome, the book still grabbed my emotions as the story unfolded and left me crying real tears . . .
From the religious standpoint...more
From the religious standpoint...more
Interesting look at the private lives of the settlers from the time they left England until their demise. She takes the actual names and information known about the settlers and builds the stories around them. The way it could have been mixed with the facts that are known. Makes you realize how brave those people really were to come to a new world.
Angela Hunt does not write a bad book in my opinion. I was frustrated by her "hero" if you can call him that, but as usual I ripped through this.
One of my favorite books. I love historical fiction, and this has strong Christian themes. I think I cried during each book of this series.
I remember reading about the lost colony first in 5th grade (VA). I always hoped the Indians took them into their tribes.
I did not like the preacher and some of the colonists were as bad as the Powhatan Tribe. What an existence the colonists led, always looking for White to come back with supplies. It took very stong people do endure what they did to survive.
I am now hooked on this series.
I did not like the preacher and some of the colonists were as bad as the Powhatan Tribe. What an existence the colonists led, always looking for White to come back with supplies. It took very stong people do endure what they did to survive.
I am now hooked on this series.
I knew nothing about this lost colony so it was an interesting read. Definitely fiction as no one knows what became of them.
An interesting historical fictional story with a romantic twist.
I do not usually read books like this. The first one that I read was Uncharted by this author, but this is really a different book. I remember in history learning about Roanoke, but nobody really knew what happened to it. Angela Hunt tries to create what she thinks might have happened to that lost colony. A very believable story with great characters that seem believeable. I got to where I could not put the book down. This book continues with other tales. The next one is called Jamestown and I a...more
This book is okay. Very interesting historical info
If you like history read this series
Loved this book! :-)
The ending was sad...
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Christy-Award winner Angela Hunt writes for readers who have learned to expect the unexpected in novels from this versatile author. With over three million copies of her books sold worldwide, she is the best-selling author of more than 100 works ranging from picture books (The Tale of Three Trees) to novels.
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