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On 4/8 Peggy Blann Phifer wrote: In the Shadow of the Sun King, by Golden Keyes Parsons. Book One in the Darkness to Light series, from Thomas Nelson. 17th Century France was a dangerous time to be a Christian when Louis XIV turned against the Protestant Huguenots, revoking their right to worship in their own way. The edict went out: ... In the Shadow of the Sun King: Review
On 3/27 Ariel Lawhon wrote: In The Shadow Of The Sun King relies on historical fact and the authors’ family history to weave a tale courage and faith during the Huguenot persecution in 17th century France. This is my favorite kind of novel: history, faith, and suspense all rolled into one story. I cared about the characters ... In The Shadow Of The Sun King
On 3/22 Dawn Camp wrote: Thomas Nelson Publishing had a fabulous idea: invite bloggers to select from a collection of available titles and mail them books in exchange for posted reviews. My first choice was Golden Keyes Parsons’s In the Shadow of the Sun King, a fascinating work of historical fiction set in France during the reign of Louis XIV. The ... In the Shadow of the Sun King
On 3/20 Catherine Sustarsic wrote: it was great! The main character, Madeline, is a strong women who has to make tough decisions and decide what to do in order to help her family. The other characters are complex and interesting people who made me want to always know more! The book is very action packed and I could not put the book ... Can't Wait to Read the next one!
On 3/7 Carey Anderson wrote: Book One in the Darkness to Light SeriesMadeleine Clavell lives happily with her husband, Francois, and three children in seventeenth century rural France. King Louis XIV has determined to unite France to one religion, Catholicism, and the result has been the rampant persecution of Protestants. Though ... Review: In the Shadow of the Sun King by Golden Keyes Parsons
On 2/24 Bonnie Way wrote: The year is 1675, the place France. Louis XIV, “The Sun King,” reigns in Versailles. It is a bad time to be Huguenot, but that is what Madeleine Clavell and her family are. Thus far, they have enjoyed the protection of the Edict of Nantes (a decree made in 1598 that gave the French Protestants ... Book Review: In the Shadow of the Sun King
On 2/18 Christy Janes wrote: There are not enough words to describe how great I think this book is. I love it when I discover a new author, and their first work is a masterpiece. That was certainly the case with In the Shadow of the Sun King. It is a book rich with history and detail, and one that will be on my keeper shelf for ... Does not disappoint
On 2/13 Suzi Hough wrote: As Huguenots in 17th century France, Madeleine Clavell's family has always lived on the cusp of controversy, but in the past they were always protected by the Edict of Nantes. But the power behind the edict weakened with every year, and new laws closed Huguenot schools while requiring Huguenot children ... Review: In the Shadow of the Sun King by Golden Keyes Parsons
On 2/5 Christie Hagerman wrote: Thomas Nelson Publishers once again supplied me with a wonderful book to read in return for my review of it. This book had to pass through a lot of hands to finally make it to me, though. I agreed to read it thinking it would come BEFORE we left the States. It came, in fact, the day after we left ... French Drama
On 2/4 Tracey Grumbach wrote: Hi y'all!i just finished reading, In the Shadow of the Sun King, by Golden Keyes Parsons. It was an interesting historical fiction with a strong Christian flair. i received this book via Thomas Nelson Publishers who offer free books to bloggers who agree to review their books. If you would like to ... In the Shadow of the Sun King
On 2/2 Laura McClellan wrote: I received my review copy of this novel on the condition that after I read it, I would post a review of it online. Before receiving my copy, I was predisposed to like it. For many years I've been a bit of a Francophile -- fascinated by the language, culture, and history of France, and especially by the ... Disappointing
On 1/27 Naomi Musch wrote: Overview: In the Shadow of the Sun King, by Golden Keyes Parsons, Thomas Nelson, 2008, visits the opulent court life of France's King Louis the XIV during the terrifying days of the Huguenot persecutions. Though Madeleine Clavell had once been loved by the king, her safety and that of her family is quickly ... A Closer Look at "In the Shadow of the Sun King"
On 1/22 Johnnie Donley wrote: Though Madeleine Clavell is an imperfect heroine, she clothes herself in strength and dignity (Proverbs 31:25) as she appeals to King Louis XIV to protect her family. Caught up in the seventeenth-century tug-of-war between Catholics and Protestant Huguenots, the Clavells are determined to hold fast to ... A Family's "Vibrant Soul" (on amazon.com)
On 1/22 Elizabeth SanFilippo wrote: Golden Keyes Parsons delves into the religious intolerance of 17th-century France in her first novel, In the Shadow of the Sun King, which is part of a planned series. French Protestants, or Huguenots, are persecuted, imprisoned, and put to death when they refuse to convert to Catholicism, by order of ... Book Review: In the Shadow of the Sun King
On 1/6 Sheri Stock wrote: BIG THANKS to Thomas Nelson for sending me this book to review!“In the Shadow of the Sun King” by Golden Keyes Parsons Published by Thomas NelsonRating: 4 starsThe story takes place in 17th century when King Louis XIV ruled over France and ordered that all citizens must convert to Catholicism or ... Book Review: The Shadow of the Sun King by Golden Keyes Parsons
On 1/6 Angela Sandelier wrote: I am a history buff. I love reading historical novels (fiction) as well as non-fiction accounts of how life used to be. Life for the ordinary as well as the more well to-do. I also enjoy reading novels by authors of faith. Writers like Janette Oke, who really was a pioneer in the world of "inspirational ... In The Shadow of the Sun King
On 1/1 Sarah Frantz wrote: In The Shadow Of The Sun King by Golden Keyes Parsons This Christian historical fiction is loosely based on Golden Keyes Parsons’ family tree. The story is set in seventeenth century France amid the storm of the Protestants and Catholics. Vying for power, the Catholics, under King Louis XIV, are in the place of supremacy and are ... Thomas Nelson Book Give-Away!!!!
On 12/27 Michele Jacobsen wrote: In the Shadow of the Sun King, by Golden Keyes ParsonsThe Down and DirtyThe setting is 17th-Century and Louis XIV, the Sun King, reigns over France. In an effort to unify his country under Catholicism, the minority Huguenots are suffering from persecutions, imprisonment and slaughter.Madeleine Clavell, ... Review: In the Shadow of the Sun King
On 12/22 Crystal Miller wrote: Normally, I don't do reviews of books on this blog. I promote authors and books, but don't do a review. I have published over 800 reviews, so it's not like I don't do them--I do. Usually it has been as part of my job with a magazine. Anyway, I agreed to do this, a real review and it hasn't been easy. ... In the Shadow of the Sun King by Golden Keyes Parsons
On 12/21 Teri Yarbrough wrote: Brand new author Golden Keyes Parsons has written a historical christian fiction book called "In the Shadow of the Sun King" It is the first book in her series she calls A Darkness to Light Series. This book takes place in 17th Century France. It is about the Clavell family as they try to be Christians ... Book Review: In the Shadow of the Sun King
On 12/18 Deborah Khuanghlawn wrote: French history at its bestThe setting is France, the time is the reign of Louis XIV. Amidst the adventures of the musketeers and the splendor of the Sun King, the people of France are divided. There is a battle between Catholics and the Huguenots. Madeline Clavall and her family are swept up in this ... Book Review: "In the Shadow of the Sun King" by Golden Keyes Parsons
On 12/16 Christy Nelson wrote: Set in 17th century France, the historical background of the story is the persecution of French Protestants (Huguenots) by order of King Louis XIV. The story follows the Clavell family, nobility from southern France and Huguenots, and their connection with the king and how they managed the persecution ... In the Shadow of the Sun King by Golden Keyes Parsons
On 12/15 Sarah Bessey wrote: I need to start off by admitting something: I don't like most Christian fiction. The reasons are numerous and the terrible books I've read are many. So I may not be the best person to review these types of books. BUT, I decided to give In the Shadow of the Sun King by Golden Keyes Parsons a try for ... Non-Amish is a point in it's favour,
On 12/15 Rebekah Sanders wrote: I’m a sucker for French history - especially when it has a fiction spin thrown into the mix. And when my options are to stay inside and read or to venture out into a “winter wonderland”, I’m going to pick the book. Every. Single. Time. This book did not disappoint! In a spectacular web of past ... In The Shadow Of The Sun King…
On 12/12 Kelly Phillips wrote: The author found a dusty and dilapidated volume of family history that after a great aunt passed away. The history shared in the volume was fascinating to the author and told the story of her Huguenot ancestors and their struggles in France during the reign of King Louis XIV. The Edit of Nantes was ... In the Shadow of the Sun King
On 12/10 Dana Strotheide wrote: In 17th Century France the Huguenots, French Protestants, are being persecuted for their beliefs. Their schools and hospitals have been closed and they are excluded from serving in King Louis’s court. Madeline Clavell has given up much for her faith, her family court position, wealth and her family’s ... Surprisingly Good
On 12/9 Angela Bishop wrote: I am very pleased to kick off this book review blog today with my first book from Thomas Nelson Publishers.In the Shadow of the Sun King A Darkness to Light novel (Book 1) Trade Paper By Golden Keyes Parsons Madeleine's shared history with the king holds the key to her family's ... In the Shadow of the Sun King
On 12/8 Audrey Smith wrote: I recently read In the Shadow of the Sun King by Golden Keyes Parson and thoroughly enjoyed it. It is the story of Madeliene Clavell, a French Huguenot, in the time of Louis XIV when the central religion of France was Catholic. During the 17th century in France, French Protestants were given two choices-convert ... In the Shadow of the Sun King
On 12/8 Jill Williamson wrote: Review by Jill Williamson When King Louis’ soldiers descend on the Clavell estate, Madeline Clavell and her husband, Francois, send their two sons into hiding to protect them from the soldiers. Madeline, once a close friend of the king, travels to Versailles to persuade him to protect her family. But Louis demands a price far too ... Review: In the Shadow of the Sun King by Golden Keys Parsons
On 12/7 Janice Eicholtz wrote: I was leery of this book because so many Christian authors just throw in a few Bible studies for the characters, a prayer or two, some references to God and call it Christian fiction. That just doesn't make for good reading as far as I am concerned. This book, however, shows the crisis of faith of the ... Book Review: In The Shadow of the Sun King
On 12/6 paula king wrote: I've read plenty about the reign of Louis XIV and this wasn't anything new. However, it was a fresh look at the relationships that surrounded Louis - relationships excluding those of his family and mistresses!). I can unfortunately wait until the next in this trilogy comes out, but I will be reading ... In the Shadow of the Sun King
On 12/4 Elisabeth Petry wrote: Anyone who thinks sectarian violence began with Sunni vs. Shia must read In the Shadow of the Sun King by Golden Keyes Parson. She has mined the lives of her 17th century French ancestors to create the story of the passionate Madeleine Clavell, the beautiful, pampered daughter and wife of prominent Huguenots ... History Comes Alive
On 11/30 Stormi Johnson wrote: Posted November 30, 2008, 1:26 PM EST: During the reign of King Louis the French Protestants had to either convert or face imprisonment. Some thought that they would be protected, but they were not. When the dragoon's storm on to the Clavell's estate, they soon found out that even being former people ... A nice historical
On 11/26 Janna Ryan wrote: I am thrilled to have some time apartfrom my scheduled blog tours to sharewith all of you some of the other booksI've been reading. Some will be giveaways -this one is..."In the Shadow of the Sun King"byGolden Keyes Parsons I saw this book at ACFW and almost bought it - it has a gorgeous cover, an ... "In the Shadow of the Sun King" Book Review and Giveaway!
On 11/25 Becky Purvis wrote: IN THE SHADOW OF THE SUN KING Golden Keyes Parsons Thomas Nelson Publisher I’ve always enjoyed historical novels, and In the Shadow of the Sun King did not disappoint. The book gave an intriguing glimpse of the complexity and danger of life in the French court, and the descriptions of Versailles made ... In the Shadow of the Sun King
On 11/24 Jaime Sundsmo wrote: Explore the history of the French Huguenots in this masterfully woven novel! I was entranced by the struggle for religious freedom as portrayed through the life of Madelaine and her husband Francois. The reader is transported into seventeenth century France and experiences the tale from numerous points ... Sun King Rates 5 Stars!
On 11/23 Nancy Famolari wrote: Parsons has created a fast paced adventure that weaves the historical details of the persecution of the Huguenots into the story of one woman's courage to save her family and remain true to her faith. This is a must-read novel for aficionados of historical fiction. If the subsequent novels in the series ... Fast Paced Historical Adventure
On 11/22 Deborah White wrote: This novel is a historical fiction, but I'm also listing it under romance since that plays a major role in the story. The world-building was very good and vividly paints a picture of what life was like at the time. The pacing is excellent, and the story is suspenseful--or, at least, should be considering ... In the Shadow of the Sun King by Golden Keyes Parsons
On 11/22 Angela Cummings wrote: Thomas Nelson publishers started a great marketing campaign that I hope will be successful and spread to other publishers as well: They will send you a book (of your choice from their list) for free and all you have to do in return is write a review of it on your blog and on a commercial site such as ... Book Review: IN THE SHADOW OF THE SUN KING
On 11/20 Trish Burkholder wrote: In The Shadow Of The Sun King is Golden Keyes Parsons’ debut fiction novel, published by Thomas Nelson. This historical fiction novel is based on historical fact, as well as the author’s family history. In The Shadow Of The Sun King takes place in seventeenth century France and focuses on the conflict between the Huguenots (French ... In The Shadow Of The Sun King - Book Review
On 11/18 Lynn Squire wrote: By Golden Keyes ParsonsPublisher: Thomas NelsonThe king stared at him, waiting, And Francois felt as if all of heaven leaned forward as well, waiting with him.At that moment, a wellspring of strength poured into Francois’ broken body and disheartened spirit. From where it came he could not tell.Fear ... Book Review – In the Shadow of the Sun King
On 11/17 Michelle Rodgers wrote: The Huguenots and the Catholics. This is a great story showing one family’s struggle during this time. I especially liked that it seemed real with the characters not always making the “right” decisions, and the fact, that you weren’t sure what would happen until the very end. When the King ... In The Shadow Of The Sun King by Golden Keyes Parsons
On 11/17 celeste chung wrote: I shamelessly judge books by their cover and as far as covers go, In the Shadow of the Sun King held promise of being very Philippa Gregory-esque – historical fiction you can relate to, a story that you can’t help but be drawn into to…And then I started reading and even though I really wanted to ... Failed to deliver
On 11/17 Tiffanie Doyle wrote: I was tagged for the Bookworm Meme by Paige at The Road I'm Traveling and like her I had a book review to do so this happened at a great time. Here is how this meme works. Open the book closest to you, not your favorite or most intellectual book, but the book closest to you at the moment, turn ... In the Shadow of the Sun King
On 11/16 Jennifer Scott wrote: I received the book, In the Shadow of the Sun King by Golden Keyes Parsons, from Thomas Nelson free of charge as long as I agreed to review it. If you are interested in becoming a book review blogger as well, click here.I ordered this work of historical fiction with a bit of trepidation. I don't usually ... Book Review: In the Shadow of the Sun King
On 11/16 Karen Gervasi wrote: In the Shadow of the Sun King by Golden Keyes Parsons France in the seventeenth century was comprised of Catholics and Huguenots, with Catholicism being the favored religion. Even though the Edict of Nantes had granted protection to the Huguenots, King Louis XIV and his dragoons sought to convert the ... Wonderful inspiring story
On 11/15 Krista Phillips wrote: When I started this blog, I made up my mind that it wouldn't be filled with tons of book reviews.I like reading books, and love recommending them, but I didn't want that to be the sole purpose of my blog. That said, I decided to start doing them once a week, or every other week. My hope that this little ... KRISTA'S FIRST BOOK REVIEW!
On 11/13 Kim Ford wrote: “When your homeland, the hills and trees and rivers where you have built a home and a life and raised a family is snatched away, where do you go? When the tapestry of your life that you have woven together through the years with the threads of laughter and tears is rent, what patch is used to mend ... In the Shadow of the Sun King by Golden Keys Parsons
On 11/12 Danielle Kelley wrote: 5.0 out of 5 stars great historical fiction!, November 12, 2008 By Danielle Kelley "Danielle Kelley" (Rockford, IL) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME) When I first chose to read this In the Shadow of the Sun King I wasn't too sure about it, I'm not a big fan of the cover. But this novel far exceeded ... great historical fiction!
On 11/12 Lisa Richardson wrote: In the Shadow of the Sun King is a fantastic read based on the author’s family history. It immediately sucks you in and just won’t let go. The characters are compelling, as is their story. The background for the tale is the persecution of the Hugenots in France. When Madeleine Clavell’s family ... In the Shadow of the Sun King by Golden Keyes Parsons