Elinor: A Riveting Story Based on the Lost Colony of Roanoke

Shannon McNear

Dec 2021 · Barbour Publishing

About this ebook

A Journey Full of Hope...
Escape into a riveting story based on the mystery of the Lost Colony of Roanoke.

Author Shannon McNear portrays history with vivid authenticity.

In 1587, Elinor White Dare sailed from England heavy with her first child but full of hopes. Her father, a renowned artist and experienced traveler, has convinced her and her bricklayer husband Ananias to make the journey to the New World. Land, they are promised, more goodly and beautiful than they can ever imagine. But nothing goes as planned from landing at the wrong location, to facing starvation, to the endless wait for help to arrive. And, beyond her comprehension, Elinor finds herself utterly alone. . . .
The colony at Roanoke disappeared into the shadows of history. But, what if one survived to leave a lasting legacy?

Ratings and reviews

Most gracious God, make me strong enough, wise enough, for this. What a compelling story - one you certainly will not put aside! The detail is absolutely superb, to the point of making me short of breath as I was reading. This is a story of redemption, of belief in the promises of God and the opportunity of living out that conviction regardless of what is happening to you and around you. I found this novel incredibly thought provoking, wondering if I would have had even a tiny portion of the courage Elinor had when faced with a bleak future. Settling in a land far from all that was known brought many challenges to this group of courageous colonists. The author has done extensive research into this lost colony, giving the reader pause for consideration of what occurred back in 1587 and beyond. Would that we could look back into the annals of this great country and know more. This ARC was received through Barbour Publishing and NetGalley. These thoughts and impressions are my own and were in no way solicited.

This book was very moving and poignant. It was a wonderful historical novel, that kept you wondering what would happen next and how the story would end. It was about life in the late 1500's. I think I am glad I didn't live then, forging the way for those that were yet to come. This book was a true page-turner. It was a wonderful story with good and bad times. The book description says the book is riveting. Yes, it totally was. The book tells of loss, and actual historical events as it moves along. The story brings in the trust and reliance of God and is a great book for Christian fiction appreciators. The characters were believable and realistic in their search of a place to practice religious and other freedoms. I totally enjoyed the book and felt it was well written and presented history in a very well researched manner. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour publishing and NetGalley and was not required to give a positive review. All thoughts are my own.

2 stars, Elinor, Daughters of the Lost Colony ELINOR (DAUGHTERS OF THE LOST COLONY #1) by Shannon McNear I've tried and tried and can't get interested in this novel. Normally, I like books by Shannon McNear, I think it might be the subject simply isn't calling to me. I will give it another try, in the future. If my opinion changes, I'll come back and update my review.

About the author

Transplanted to North Dakota after more than two decades in Charleston, South Carolina, Shannon McNear loves losing herself in local history. She’s a military wife, mom of eight, mother-in-law of three, grammie of two, and a member of ACFW and RWA. Her first novella, Defending Truth in A Pioneer Christmas Collection, was a 2014 RITA® finalist. When she’s not sewing, researching, or leaking story from her fingertips, she enjoys being outdoors, basking in the beauty of the northern prairies. Connect with her at www.shannonmcnear.com, or on Facebook and Goodreads.