Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for When the Ocean Roars
by Charlsie Estess,
hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
About the Book
Title: When the Ocean Roars
Author: Charlsie Estess
Publisher: Iron Stream Media
Release Date: June 11, 2024
Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance
****I received a complimentary book from publishers, publicists, NetGalley, book tours, and or authors. A review was not required and all opinions and ideas expressed are my own.****
He needs to surrender. She needs to fight. Are they ready for their next battle?
Weeks before the Ultimate Fighting World Championship, Keane “The Golden Lion” Temple lands in Japan for the battle of his professional life. The adored prizefighter is primed to take the win. And nothing has ever distracted him from victory in the ring.
But when his path collides with an intriguing woman, he gives in to impulse and asks her to spend his day off from training with him. Surely, he can keep his heart safe for one day.
Ami Ono cannot pass on the invitation but also hides her full identity. As their extraordinary day bleeds into night, both realize one day won’t be enough. Then the excursion ends in disaster when Keane discovers who Ami is. They part ways, but compelling circumstances and an undeniable attraction draw them back together, driving their attraction―and her high-society family drama―to something more intense than Keane has ever faced. As the forbidden romance threatens to take down his principles in the knockout of his life, he struggles to honor his beliefs. Will The Golden Lion surrender his heart? Will Ami defy the domineering men in her life and accept it? Do they stand a chance against nature?
My Review
I find the theme of forbidden love intriguing. The story kicks off in Japan, where American boxer Keane Temple unexpectedly meets Japanese grad student Ami Ono. Keane is in Japan to compete for the World Champion Prizefighter title, while Ami crosses paths with him upon his arrival already knowing who he is.
The author skillfully presents the compelling chemistry between the characters, which kept me mesmerized. In any new relationship, there are hidden secrets, and Ami holds a significant one – she is actually the younger sister of Keane's upcoming championship opponent, cocky and rich Niko Ono.
The story's depiction of Japanese culture, both ancient and modern, was beautifully shown in vivid imagery in my mind. The dynamics within the Ono family comprised of six boys and Ami, are intense. Ami is challenging tradition with her career and choice of partner, and Keane wrestles with his tragic past and a promise he needs to fulfill to his dead mother.
Through tested faith and struggles, Keane and Ami learn to trust and love each other. The wholesome romance illustrates a courtship brimming with tenderness and passion, along with great adversity and a devastating natural disaster.
To find out if 'The Ocean Roars' finishes with a happy ending, you'll need to read this captivating story for yourself.
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****Meet the Author Charlsie Estess****
Charlsie Estess holds a master of business administration degree and worked in finance and strategic planning before becoming a writer. She is a member of ACFW and Faith, Hope, and Love Christian Writers and was an ACFW 2023 Genesis Finalist. She currently resides in Mississippi with her husband and two sons.
Connect with Charlsie at charlsieestess.com to follow her on social media and sign up for email updates.
Tour Giveaway
(1) winner will win an Ocean Adventure Giveaway, including a woven beach bag, a print copy of When the Ocean Roars, & a ROAR T-Shirt!
Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight June 10, 2024 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on June 17, 2024. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US/CAN only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.
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