“Tangled Ashes” by Michele Phoenix Book Review

By Ruth on November 6, 2012 in book, historical fiction, review, WWII
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When Marshall Becker arrives in Lamorlaye, France, to begin the massive renovation of a Renaissance-era castle, he unearths a dark World War II history few in the village remember. The project that was meant to provide an escape for Becker instead becomes a gripping glimpse into the human drama that unfolded during the Nazi occupation and seems to live on in midnight disturbances and bizarre acts of vandalism.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I honestly can’t believe how much I learned from this book!  Historical fiction is my favorite genre for such books as these.  And when you add in the fact that this is a Christian book, it really doesn’t get much better than a book like this!

This is the first book I have ever read by Michele Phoenix, but I hope it won’t be the last.  She added so many fantastic elements to this book that I could safely say she included something for everyone.  She added a little romance, a little mystery, some 3-dimensional characters, solid Christian principles, and of course a good chunk of history. She writes with such passion and detail that you just can’t get bored.  I appreciated the fact that she went back and forth between WWII and modern times, and this only made the story more interesting for me.

If you love historical fiction like I do, I honestly believe you will enjoy this book.  Don’t be put off by the religious overtones.  Phoenix handles this perfectly and with great sensitivity.  This is one of the best WWII historical fiction books I have ever read!

I was sent a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.  I was  not financially compensated, and all opinions are 100 percent mine.

 

About the author, Michèle Phoenix
Born in France to an American mother and a Canadian father, Michele Phoenix is an international writer with multi-cultural sensitivities. A graduate of Wheaton College, she taught writing, music, and theater at the boarding school for missionaries’ children she attended as a teenager. She currently works for Global Outreach Mission as an advocate for Third Culture Kids, helping them transition back into North American culture and educating stateside churches and missions about the special needs of this people group.
Michele lives in Wheaton, Illinois.
Visit https://michelephoenix.com/ for more information.

 

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Ruth Hill is an entertainment journalist, digital media strategist, and creative professional who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire, encourage, and connect people. With years of experience interviewing actors, filmmakers, authors, and other creative professionals, Ruth has developed a passion for discovering the stories behind the people who bring entertainment to life. Her interviews and reviews reflect her appreciation for authentic storytelling, meaningful performances, and the creative individuals working both in front of and behind the camera. Through her digital media business, Media From the Heart, Ruth works with actors, filmmakers, authors, and organizations to help them connect with audiences through social media strategy, video production, YouTube optimization, website development, and digital marketing. A Washington State native, Ruth lives in the Yelm area and is the proud mother of an adult daughter. A former music educator and lifelong creative, she continues to pursue her passion for music, writing, and the arts. At the heart of everything Ruth does is her Christian faith, which inspires her commitment to seeing the best in others,

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