Blog Tour ~ The Line of His People by C.J. Adrien

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France, 799 A.D. The Northmen sacked the monastery at dawn, before anyone had awakened. They burned the village and slaughtered all who stood in their path. The relics of Saint Philbert were lost, and the island was abandoned by those who once dwelled there. Years later, the monk Abriel - survivor of the same attack as a young boy - is sent to recover the relics to help restore the reputation and legitimacy of Saint Philbert. What he discovers on his journey changes his life forever. Northmen had colonized the island in the absence of the monks. They hold the key to finding the relics, but they have greater plans for Abriel, plans that will take him to the North to find his destiny.

Although I know little about the period and this book is clearly aimed at the younger reader, the author's knowledge shines through to create an evocative picture of a savage time in history.

Fast-paced, with a complex plot, we follow the main character of Abriel, a  young priest orphaned by the Vikings, on a life-changing journey, with enough suspense to keep a discerning reader guessing.

Convincingly written and supported by a cast of Viking raiders and all-knowing witches, I'm happy to recommend The Line of His People and hope this book will encourage readers new to historical fiction.

Tony Riches

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About the Author

C.J. Adrien is a French-American author of Viking historical fiction with a passion for Viking history. His Kindred of the Sea series was inspired by research conducted in preparation for a doctoral program in early medieval history as well as his admiration for historical fiction writers such as Bernard Cornwell and Ken Follett. C.J. Adrien�s novels and expertise have earned him invitations to speak at several international events, including the International Medieval Congress at the University of Leeds. For more information, please visit C.J. Adrien's website and blog. You can also find him on Facebook and Twitter @authorcjadrien

Blog Tour Schedule

Monday, January 29 Kick Off at Passages to the Past
Thursday, February 1 Review at Donna's Book Blog (The Line of His People)
Monday, February 5 Review at Pursuing Stacie (The Line of His People)
Wednesday, February 7 Feature at A Bookaholic Swede
Monday, February 12 Review at The Writing Desk (The Line of His People)
Tuesday, February 13 Feature at Historical Fiction with Spirit
Thursday, February 15 Guest Post at Let Them Read Books
Friday, February 16 Feature at Broken Teepee
Monday, February 19 Review at Laura's Interests (The Line of His People)
Tuesday, February 20 Review at Donna's Book Blog (The Oath of the Father) Feature at A Literary Vacation
Friday, February 23 Review at Cup of Sensibility
Monday, February 26 Review at Pursuing Stacie (The Oath of the Father)
Thursday, March 1 Review at Locks, Hooks and Books (The Line of His People)
Monday, March 5 Review at Laura's Interests (The Oath of the Father)
Tuesday, March 6 Review at WS Momma Readers Nook (The Line of His People)
Tuesday, March 13 Tour Wrap Up at Passages to the Past

Giveaway

During the Blog Tour we will be giving away a set of The Line of His People & The Oath of the Father! To enter, please enter via the Gleam form below. Giveaway Rules � Giveaway ends at 11:59pm EST on March 13th. You must be 18 or older to enter. � Giveaway is open to US residents only. � Only one entry per household. � All giveaway entrants agree to be honest and not cheat the systems; any suspect of fraud is decided upon by blog/site owner and the sponsor, and entrants may be disqualified at our discretion. � Winner has 48 hours to claim prize or new winner is chosen. C.J. Adrien Blog Tour