Ta'Mara has published her Caselli Family series before, but she is now relaunching the series starting with The Pretender and Pit of Ambition! Join this super fun blog tour and find out more about the first two books (of five). Also, make sure you check out the great giveaway!
About the Books
The Pretender: A Blackguard in Disguise is the first volume of 5 in the family epic series
The
Caselli Family Series. It begins in South Dakota in 1975 where
eighteen-year-olds could order 3.2 beers in a bar and loaded guns were kept
under the counter. Frankie Valli sang My Eyes Adored You, and American
soldiers returning from Vietnam struggled with their new reality.
It’s within this
tumultuous season of American history that Tillie Caselli meets Noah Hansen,
and they are never the same again. Their lives were mysteriously intertwined –
and had been for many years – yet they had no idea.
From the moment
they met, Tillie and Noah wanted to spend the rest of their lives together, but
a deliberate omission will keep them apart – and that same omission will be
responsible for the escape of a murderer, and a bride’s deception.
These compelling
stories are interwoven with Biblical truths and light-hearted, real life events
from the author’s own past. Easy to understand and relate to, as well as
encouraging.
Five years have passed since Noah and Tillie’s “chance”
meeting. They’ve married other people by now, and are both beginning their
families.
In the pursuit of professional and political success, Alex
runs headlong into a pit of pride and ambition...and Giuseppe begins to hate the
husband he chose for his daughter.
Alex and Noah are doing business on many fronts, which will
bring Noah to town for an unintended meeting with Giuseppe. Tension abounds as
he attempts to conceal his daughter’s identity from Noah.
Alex strays when Tillie needs him the most, and it’s Noah
who will bring him home. But, instead of learning Tillie’s identity, he
connects with her brothers, especially Marquette.
Unbeknownst to Noah, his new foreman is a member of the
crime family Marquette has sought since 1968.
About the Author
My favorite sport is baseball – Detroit Tigers – and I can’t
wait until the next time I get to see them play in Comerica Park.
I live for the next family barbeque.
My husband and I own a national pizza franchise in Iowa,
where we currently reside. We have three grown children and one grandson. We’ve
rescued two cats and one Pomeranian.
I teach AWANA Cubbies and speak at women’s events.
Giveaway
Ta’Mara is generously offering a $50 Amazon gift card! There are many different ways in the Rafflecopter to enter. The more you choose, the better chance you have of winning.
Excerpt/Interview/Review
My Take:
I have enjoyed the Caselli series ever since I started reading them several years ago with book #5! By the time I got through, I was eager to begin with book one and read the story leading up to the most current.
Ta`Mara had me hooked from the start with the characters, their lives, the choices they made, the consequences for those choices, and the journey. It's a beautiful story worth reading! The Caselli's are like family to me. Every so often I just pick up and start again.
These books can be read alone, but I would highly recommend reading the series in order. You will understand the cast better and be able to follow along with what is happening.
The Pretender is such a wonderful story of love and heartache mixed. I found myself cheering and shedding tears, and it has a bittersweet ending. But you can't stop there. You have to read on to find out how God's timing is not always the same as ours. How regrets and decisions affect our whole lives and the lives of those around us even when made with good intentions. The prayer concept is so moving and powerful. Just a beautiful story overall.
In book two there is a little touch of suspense. Things get a little more gritty. Ta`Mara keeps you on your toes. There's a hint of a mystery included and the characters from book one get even more dear. The Pit of Ambition is just that - a Pit! Tillie's husband is driven and determined, but a little too much, and not so family friendly after all. Tillie's father is regretting his past choices, but there is no going back now, so they must learn to move forward, because life goes on.
I love how Ta`Mara weaves spiritual undertones into her story. It's real life, genuine people, with a love for God and family. But also people who are human and make mistakes, whose choices affect those around them even when made in their best interest. Maybe I love this story so much because there is so much I can relate to. And because I am always so thankful for God's redemption and forgiveness.
I received a copy of this book courtesy of the author. I was not asked to review it in a positive manner and all opinions are my own.
I have enjoyed the Caselli series ever since I started reading them several years ago with book #5! By the time I got through, I was eager to begin with book one and read the story leading up to the most current.
Ta`Mara had me hooked from the start with the characters, their lives, the choices they made, the consequences for those choices, and the journey. It's a beautiful story worth reading! The Caselli's are like family to me. Every so often I just pick up and start again.
These books can be read alone, but I would highly recommend reading the series in order. You will understand the cast better and be able to follow along with what is happening.
The Pretender is such a wonderful story of love and heartache mixed. I found myself cheering and shedding tears, and it has a bittersweet ending. But you can't stop there. You have to read on to find out how God's timing is not always the same as ours. How regrets and decisions affect our whole lives and the lives of those around us even when made with good intentions. The prayer concept is so moving and powerful. Just a beautiful story overall.
In book two there is a little touch of suspense. Things get a little more gritty. Ta`Mara keeps you on your toes. There's a hint of a mystery included and the characters from book one get even more dear. The Pit of Ambition is just that - a Pit! Tillie's husband is driven and determined, but a little too much, and not so family friendly after all. Tillie's father is regretting his past choices, but there is no going back now, so they must learn to move forward, because life goes on.
I love how Ta`Mara weaves spiritual undertones into her story. It's real life, genuine people, with a love for God and family. But also people who are human and make mistakes, whose choices affect those around them even when made in their best interest. Maybe I love this story so much because there is so much I can relate to. And because I am always so thankful for God's redemption and forgiveness.
I received a copy of this book courtesy of the author. I was not asked to review it in a positive manner and all opinions are my own.
Tour Schedule
February 26
Bookish Orchestration – Introductory post
Rachel Rossano's Words – Author Interview
Adventures in Publishing – Author Interview
Rebekah Lyn Books – Book Review and Character Spotlight
February 27
Simply Kelina – Book Review
Letters from Annie Douglass Lima – Character Spotlight
February 28
Little Homeschool on the Prairie – Book Spotlight
Seasons of Opportunities – Book Review
Because I said so -- and other adventures in Parenting – Book Review
March 1
Moments – Book Spotlight
Bookish Orchestration – Introductory post
Rachel Rossano's Words – Author Interview
Adventures in Publishing – Author Interview
Rebekah Lyn Books – Book Review and Character Spotlight
February 27
Simply Kelina – Book Review
Letters from Annie Douglass Lima – Character Spotlight
February 28
Little Homeschool on the Prairie – Book Spotlight
Seasons of Opportunities – Book Review
Because I said so -- and other adventures in Parenting – Book Review
March 1
Moments – Book Spotlight
Reader's Cozy Corner – Book Review
Fiction to Ignite Your Faith – Post from the author
March 2
New Horizon Reviews – Book Review
God's Peculiar Treasure Rae – Book Review
Adventures Of A King Daughter – Book Review
March 3
Bookish Orchestrations – Giveaway Winner
New Horizon Reviews – Book Review
God's Peculiar Treasure Rae – Book Review
Adventures Of A King Daughter – Book Review
March 3
Bookish Orchestrations – Giveaway Winner
Thank you, Aimee, for being a loyal reader and reviewer. I appreciate you so much.
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