Looking for a swashbuckling tale that combines romance, mystery and adventure? Then look to Prize of My Heart by Lisa Norato. Set on land and sea in the early 1800s, this historical romance features a dashing hero and a sweet, but determined, heroine striving to overcome the past and make a way for a better future.Privateer Captain Brogan Talvis has never really had a family. An orphan, his deceased wife gave up their son while he was at sea. Determined to reclaim his child, Brogan finds Ben, now Drew, is living with a loving family and attached to the very lovely, Lorena. Brogan’s plan to retake his son is thwarted by the growing feelings he has for Lorena.Although a quick read, Prize of My Heart delivers a lot within its pages. The plot twists and turns with one surprise after another. The characters quickly endear themselves to the reader. And if you are looking for a hunky hero, Brogan Talvis is your man! I found the New England setting of the early 1800s interesting as well. Norato does a great job in exploring the themes of family and father and sons — earthly and heavenly.All in all, Prize of My Heart is a good choice for those who like a fast-paced historical romance with a faith message.Recommended.Audience — older teens and adults. I must not have paid enough attention to the jacket blurb: I thought I was going to be reading a historical novel, set in New England just after the Revolutionary War. The setting was correct, but this was more a romance than historical fiction. It was entertaining enough as 'last few minutes of the day before I fall asleep' reading, but I was distracted from being fully immersed in the story by the feeling that the book's editor didn't pay enough attention, either. But despite awkward and repetitive descriptions, sometimes strangely worded exposition and telegraphed emotions that didn't always ring true, I did enjoy it enough to make it through to the obvious happy ending.
What do You think about Prize Of My Heart (2012)?
A sweet, romantic story about a father's love and his discovery of his Father's love.
—Hello1428
This was more exciting then I expected and I liked the twist ending.
—sadpanda
Great read by Norato. Looking forward to another release soon.
—shova_ashley
2.5 stars. It was ok. I read this as an ebook
—allenna
