Emeline Hyde is the runt of the litter. Especially in comparison to her incredibly talented and comely siblings and heroic parents. She longs for a hero like her father to come and sweep her off her feet and give her the romantic adventure her parents had. She longs to find her place in life, her God-given purpose. But instead she finds herself taken from the only security she’s ever known by a man who is as far from a hero as night is from day.

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Captain Blake Keene has one goal in life—to rule over his own kingdom. It is the only way to avoid the bruises of betrayal and abuse he’s suffered for so long. Hence, when he hears about the Ring of Solomon from an old Jewish pirate and tracks it down, he plans on using it to gain the power and wealth he craves.

The Jesuits, on command of the Pope, are after the infamous Ring. In an effort to distract them, Blake slips it into a missionary woman’s pocket, only to put her in danger when the Jesuits discover his ruse. Now, he has no choice but to steal her away.

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The Ring is more powerful than he expected. The woman not at all like he expected. With Jesuits on the chase and demons haunting him, Blake soon discovers that Emeline holds a power that far surpasses any relic from the past.

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What Reveiwers are Saying

Batten your hatches … the Queen of the High Seas is back with a tempest-tossed adventure that will shiver your timbers! Whenever I pick up a novel by MaryLu Tyndall, I actually get a tingle of excitement because I know I’m in for pulse-pounding romance that no author can match, and in The Summons, Ms. Tyndall takes it to a whole new level.—Julie Lessman, award-winning author of The Daughters of Boston, Winds of Change, Isle of Hope, and The Cousins O’Connor series

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Swashbuckling adventure, heart-pounding romance, and a thread of hope that shines through every storm—this book had me hooked from the first cannon blast. A cinematic tale of redemption and love on the high seas, perfect for fans of inspirational fiction with grit and grace. The Summons needs to be a movie!
--Michelle Griep, Christy Award-winning author of Of Silver and Shadows

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MaryLu weaves an intriguing story wrought with mystery, adventure and strong emotions. She shows how God works to protect the people who let Him into their lives and learn to trust Him. There is a cast of colorful characters of all sorts. Ruthless, rough, grubby and money hungry pirates all out for what their hearts are set on. Never knowing who can be trusted or who can be believed? There are many surprises and dangerous evil around every corner. Susan in Santa Cruz

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MaryLu Tyndall has done it again! THE SUMMONS, the first installment it what I am sure will be another epic pirate’s tale, was full of exciting adventures, seafaring battles, and romantic chemistry that will keep you turning page after page.I absolutely loved THE SUMMONS. MaryLu’s ability to create a world in which her readers can escape is amazing. Whenever I pick up one of her books, I know I have to be ready to set all other tasks aside because once I turn the first page, I will not stop until I’ve reached the satisfying ending. The only downside is that all good stories must come to an end. At least until the next installment is released. Author Tamara Tilley

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I am so thankful for a friend of mine that told me about this author. I wouldn't have normally read about pirates, but these books will have you captivated from the start all the way to the finish Joy B

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This book drew me in more than any book has in a long time!  Michums

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Shiver me timbers, mateys!! With a sweep of her magic quill the world's most popular pirate author has done it again! Get ready to take an exhilarating, seafaring voyage with malodorous, malevolent, money-grubbing pirates aboard Captain Blake Keene's vast ship, The Summons. Di'z Reviewz

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Not since Kathleen Woodiwiss have we seen an author who so masterfully draws us into a world we might otherwise never explore. With vivid descriptions and richly developed characters, Tyndall's storytelling evokes a full range of emotions. The Summons is no exception. Author Kathleen Michell