I was privileged to read and endorse Barbara Tifft Blakey’s new release The Angel of Second Street before it released in May. There are lots of things I loved about it, including that I’ve been to Eureka, CA and the Redwoods where it’s set several times and that the story includes historical events that took place in that area. (Whether you’ve been to Northern California or not, you’ll enjoy the story. The setting is a character in itself, but it doesn’t overshadow Ida, the protagonist. She’s character to remember!)
Now I’m thrilled to be hosting a giveaway of a signed copy of the book from Barbara though June 19th. Leave a comment below to enter-to-win! (Those residing in the US only, please, due to shipping costs.)
Here’s a short synopsis about the story:
How Can Compassion be Considered Wrong?
When life is weighed down by challenges, pillars of enduring hope and love are always waiting to be discovered.
Ida Dempsey has grown up in a privileged life of luxury thanks to her aunt and uncle. Although Second Street—where women of ill repute ply their wares—is off limits to respectable citizens, her heart of compassion compels her to frequent the area, hoping to make a difference in their lives. Ida has also befriended Qui Shau, a Chinese woman who keeps house for her family, but friendships between the whites and Chinese are taboo in Eureka. Ida tries to keep secret her forbidden compassion, but someone is watching and will use it against her.
When Blaine Prescott meets Ida at a church picnic, his parents warn him away from any relationship with the young lady who has been seen on Second Street in the company of a Chinese woman. But how could such a kindhearted, lovely young woman be anything but good? But when riots break out in Chinatown and Ida disappears, Blaine will do anything to find out where she has gone.
You can find The Angel of Second Street at your favorite retailers, including Amazon.
Barbara lives in Washington state with her husband, Terry. Besides writing, she teaches children’s Sunday school classes and women’s Bible classes and speaks at women’s retreats.
Visit Barbara’s website for more information about her and her books.
Book looks like a good read looking forward to reading in print so I can review
Angels are everywhere
Thank you!
This story looks awesome!
The book sounds amazing. Barbara Tiff Blakely is a new author for me.
New author for me just subscribed to her newsletter
This sounds like a book I would enjoy reading. Thanks for giving it away!
Interested in the giveaway. Sounds fascinating! I’m always looking for a new read.
I have not read any of Mrs. Blakely’s books but I am always looking for authors to put on my list. This looks like a very interesting book
I think you have hit on a different story here and it sounds very interesting. I’d love to read it.
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It sounds like an interesting read that captures romance, mystery, and supposed illicit behavior questioned by a man. When she is lost, he goes beyond to find her.
I would love to win a copy of Barbara’s book, “The Angel of Second Street!”
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The Angel of Second Street would be wonderful to win!!! Thank you for the chance to win your wonderful giveaway!!!!
I have been to Eureja, CA and the redwo
Oods several times myself. Loved it loved it!
nice cover
Such a beautiful cover ! Can’t wait to read.
Sounds like such a good story. I’m looking forward to reading it.
I look forward to reading this 📙 book in print format so I can review it looks like an excellent read and do believe that Angels are everywhere just have to be willing to open ourselves up to see them even those who we think might not be angels but actually turn out to be
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Blakey is a new-to-me author and I would love to read her book. Thanks for the opportunity to win a copy! ❤️
This sounds like an interesting story. I like that Ida chooses to follow her heart in showing kindness, even if she must try to keep it secret. She sounds like a wonderful character! Barbara Tifft Blakey is a new author for me, so I’ll be checking out her other books as well.
What a wonderful sounding story. I enjoy reading about strong-willed women that show the love of Christ over everything.
Haven’t heard of this book yet. Ready to read. Thanks for the giveaway!
Beautiful cover!
Thanks for the chance, would love a copy!
I’ve never read any books by this author and would like to win this book so I can. Thanks!
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Love finding new-to-me authors. Thanks for the opportunity to win!
This looks like my kind of book.
Marilyn
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Marion
Would love to add this to my collection! Thanks for the giveaway!
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It sounds like a great read, I’ll have to add it to my ‘want-to-read’ list!
Leslie,
Sounds like a great read! Would love to win and read Angel of Second Street!
Thank you,
Julie Bullock
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Thanks for this chance!
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I would enjoy reading this book .She sounds like a strong woman. I like characters in a book like her.
Cover is intriguing.
Hi, this book sounds and looks intriguing and like a great read! Thank you so much for sharing about it. Have a great weekend. Thank you for the chance.
I would like to win.
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Compassion for others is never wrong
Hope I am lucky!
Sounds very interesting! Thank you for doing a giveaway!
Being a former Californian and a lover of Christian Historical fiction, I would love this book. It sounds so good!
Thank you for the chance to win.
I would like to read The Angel of Second Street! Thank you! 📚💙
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Thank you for the opportunity to win this book.
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Thanks for the opportunity.
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Thank you for this opportunity
Looks interesting, and different subject matter I’ve never read about. Seems like I never have any success at winning giveaways, but here goes!
I enjoy reading books that include historical events and places, so I know I’ll like this one too!
This sounds like a wonderful book! I have been to see the redwoods, in fact, photos just came up in my photo memories this past week! It would be interesting to read more about this time in history and the challenges it held.
I would love to win!
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looks like a fun one.
Thank you kindly
Hi Leslie. I’d love a chance to win this book!
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Sounds good. Haven’t read this author before. Bonus, she’s from my home state!
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This story line intrigues me. The cover is wonderful and Barbara is a new to me author.
I like reading about people who do what is right and kind in spite of what society expects.
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Sounds like a book I’d love to read. Thanks for the chance to win a copy.