Retribution Reviews
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I LOVED this book. It’s a thrilling next chapter in the Stanfield Chronicles but stands alone as well. Yes, it’s a real page turner and the adventure and excitement never stop but it is also the most tender of love stories, filled with lovingly written depictions of the most charming of families. Life aboard the seas and life in the English country side are both brought to the page in vivid detail. Clearly the author has an intimate knowledge of both and most generously shares his love and knowledge. The story is rich with male friendships and exotic locales. It bares witness to the basic kindness and decency of people along with the absolute treachery of others. Every page of this story enchants, educates and never lets up on the excitement. The characters are forever etched in my heart and mind. It’s an epic journey that I feel privileged to have been been a part of….if even just by reading. I very much hope there will be another book. I want more. I truly recommend it. You will not be disappointed. In fact I will be buying more copies to give as gifts. The is nothing better than a really great book and this is one of the great ones.
Exploration Book #1 and Retribution Book #2 are a great read, both exciting and factual.
A really exciting adventure, combined with detailed historical facts related to New England and Europe in the 1600’s. The book covers the very real hardships that both the European settlers and the indigenous people of that time had to deal with. The harsh winters, disease and often death were prevalent. Not to mention the lengthy dangerous trips traveling back and forth across the Atlantic Ocean. In addition, you have the inevitable politics of the time. All of which were factors for both the European settlers and the indigenous people to consider, as they strived to adjust and adapt to their new lives in America. I read both of this author’s books and can’t wait for any possible up-coming third book.
Another sterling historical adventure story from David Tory!
David Tory has done it again. The instant it became available I bought the second book, Retribution, in his Stanfield Chronicles series. As with Explorations, I found the story-telling top-notch – I couldn’t put it down – a first-rate adventure story to begin with. But also as with Explorations, the depth of historical background and details woven into the story were fascinating for a New England history buff, with the added revelation of little-known aspects of early life in Bermuda. And the beautifully drawn characters and human emotions in the story made it even more compelling. I highly recommend this book and will be looking forward to the next one!
Having enjoyed Exploration, the first book in this series, I was looking forward to reading about Isaac’s continuing adventures. Retribution did not disappoint! This is a fast moving tale, interwoven with the history of the early settlements in New England and Bermuda, and the significant challenges of establishing permanent communities. I appreciated the maps in the front of the book, and frequently flipped to them to see where the action was taking place. Mr. Tory has a knack for developing his many characters, and I hope it isn’t a long wait until the next installment. Combining meticulously researched historical fiction with an action-packed narrative made for great reading.
Wonderful story and an accurate description of early colonial history of New England & Bermuda
Excellent sequel to the first book – Exploration – in the Standfield Chronicles. Retribution, is filled with interesting details of early colonial history of New England and Bermuda. The book also describes the condition of England in the 1600’s which led to the impulse for exploration, economic ventures and later settlements in North America. Anyone interested in the history of early North American history will find the book rich in details, all of which are woven into a wonderful story about a young Englishman and his family deciding to move to America. I can’t wait for the third book in this series to be written !
Very compelling story told in a refreshing format. Mr Tory has captured the early colonial period of North America with strong reliance on historical facts and tied it into the prevailing political times in England with masterful fictional characters telling a thoroughly compelling story.
The Stanfield Chronicles bring the early years of English settlement of New England to life through a fictionalized interpretation.
Adventure, humanity, romance. A great telling of the back story of English colonization continues from the first book (“Exploration”); this book focuses more thoroughly on Isaac and his adventures, family, and challenges, and less about the historical context of colonial expansion – although the context for Plymouth, Salem, and Boston’s settlement is still an integral part of the story of piracy, kidnapping, and revenge. I loved the additional intertwining of Bermuda’s settlement into the mix – an aspect often not included in most American’s knowledge of their history.
Can’t wait for the third chapter of Isaac’s saga!