Synopsis:~
Sophie Frangos is torn between the love of two men and the promise that binds them all together.
Markos Stavros loves Sophie from afar while battling his thirst for vengeance and his hunger for honor. Dino, his quiet and intelligent brother, simply wants to forget the horror that drove them from their Greek island home to start a new life in America. One of these “sons of thunder” offers a future she longs for, the other—the past she lost. From the sultry Chicago jazz clubs of the roaring twenties to the World War II battlefields of Europe to a final showdown in a Greek island village, they’ll discover betrayal, sacrifice, and finally redemption. Most of all, when Sophie is forced to make her choice, she’ll learn that God honors the promises made by the Sons of Thunder.
My take:~
Since picking up my first Susan May Warren story I have been a devoted reader of her books, proudly owning each one of her books and novellas. Every time I open her latest story, my expectations run high and I know I am in for a great read. What I didn’t expect was to read a book that is arguably Susan’s best work and, without question, on a par with Bodie Thoene and Tricia Goyer’s exceptional World War II novels. Sons of Thunder plunged me deep into the sights, sounds and smells of the Aegean Sea and into the hearts and minds of two of its native sons, the volatile Markus and the intense Dino. Their traumatic journey from their homeland to the tempestuous streets of Chicago is exacerbated by their abiding love for their childhood friend, Sofia who is deeply wounded by her own experiences. Then Pearl Harbour is attacked, America enters the war and a safe tomorrow looks like a pipe dream. Poignant, emotive, enthralling and redemptive, Sons of Thunder is stellar novel that I cannot recommend highly enough. Bring on the sequel!
With thanks to Wynn~Wynn Media for my review copy
Relz Reviewz Extras
US/Canadian Giveaway
With thanks to the brilliant Wynn~Wynn Media, one of my North American readers can win a copy of Sons of Thunder! To enter:~
Post a comment on or before Sunday 4th April, 2010 kindly noting you must have a US mainland or Canadian mailing address to be eligible to enter.
March 24, 2010 at 12:29 am
I would love a chance to win this book! Thanks so much! 🙂
stokes[dot]a[at]suddenlink[dot]net
USA
March 24, 2010 at 1:17 am
I've been looking forward to reading this one for quite awhile.
mchapman (at) windstream (dot) net
USA
March 24, 2010 at 2:45 am
This looks like a good one! Thanks for the opportunity to win!
(usa)
inspiredbyfiction{at}gmail{dot}com
March 24, 2010 at 8:47 am
Sons of Thunder promises drama and romance, please count me in. Thanks!
worthy2bpraised[at]gmail[dot]com
USA
March 24, 2010 at 2:40 pm
Sounds awesome, I'd love to win!
March 24, 2010 at 4:41 pm
Susan May Warren is one of my favourite authors! please enter me in the drawing! 🙂
I am in North America. 🙂
Thanks!
Kim
lonebanana(at)msn(dot)com
March 24, 2010 at 5:47 pm
would love to win.
Jess
bluenichols(at)sbcglobal(dot)net
March 24, 2010 at 6:34 pm
My 91 year old dad is a WWII
Veteran and I have always had an
interest in it. I have heard many
good stories! Also, I adore the
writings of Susan May Warren!
This books sounds wonderful.
USA
Many thanks, Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com
March 24, 2010 at 7:34 pm
Susan's book is already on my wish list and I appreciate your review, Rel. Thanks for the chance to win a copy.
cjarvis [at] bellsouth [dot] net
USA
March 24, 2010 at 8:33 pm
I love Susan's books! Please enter me in the contest!
cthworld@gmail.com
USA
March 24, 2010 at 11:30 pm
Oh how I'd love to win. I love, love, love her books. I can't wait to read this one.
March 25, 2010 at 3:15 pm
This book sounds terrific. Love the Greek heritage. Thanks Rel, Susan & Wynn-Wynn for the chance to win a copy!
jallee725 [@] hotmail {dot} com
March 26, 2010 at 5:20 pm
thanks for the chance to read susan's latest…
karenk
kmkuka at yahoo dot com
March 26, 2010 at 8:00 pm
USA please enter me into the contest
mamat2730(at)charter(dot)net
March 29, 2010 at 4:34 pm
WWII? The likes of Thoene and Goyer? PLEASE enter me! Thanks.
desertrose5173 at gmail dot com
March 29, 2010 at 11:54 pm
Rel ~ I just love your reviews, ever thought of doing commercials?
I have never read a Susan May Warren novel, but I think I will now. THanks for the chance,
cmrobin@bellsouth.net
USA
March 30, 2010 at 11:48 pm
Taking myself out of this one, since I bought the book tonight!
April 2, 2010 at 12:57 pm
Sounds very interesting, and like a book I would enjoy reading. Please enter me. Thanks!
ayancey(at)dishmail(dot)net
April 2, 2010 at 8:36 pm
I'm a big fan of Susan May Warren. All her books that I've read so far, have been great.
s.bofferding@hotmail.com
USA
April 2, 2010 at 11:50 pm
Susan May Warren is one of my favorite authors. Suspense, adventure, romance, and humor fill her novels and somehow she also manages to draw the readers to a closer walk with the Lord. I can't wait to read this new adventure.
April 5, 2010 at 4:29 am
Thanks everyone for entering! Wish you could all win 🙂
I'm drawing the winner now and will post soon.
Hey Robin – thanks for your very kind comment 🙂