Rachel Rueckert is the https://exponentii.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/IMG_5173-scaled-1.jpg of Exponent II magazine and leads the bi-monthly writing workshop series. She’s used to wearing several hats around here. One of those is a pirate hat.
Last month marked the release of Rueckert’s debut novel, If the Tide Turns. This adventurous historical fiction tells the true forbidden love story of pirate Samuel Bellamy and Maria Brown, a woman accused of witchcraft. Set in the Golden age of Pirates and the shadowy aftermath of the Salem witch trials, the story combines high-seas adventure, star-crossed longing, surprisingly timely questions about social justice and freedom, and the emotionally satisfying tale of one strong-willed young woman determined to choose her own path.
Days before her book was released, Rueckert learned that her pirate novel had been unironically pirated. While pirated PDFs are not uncommon, they can be devastating to the book sales of a debut novelist. I’ve seen, either in person or via social media, how the Exponent II community has been showing up in force to support Rueckert. As her friend, it warms my heart. I hope unpirated copies of her book make it into the hands of as many people as possible.
To that end, I’ll be giving away three signed copies of If The Tide Turns. Enter to win a copy between now and Friday, April 12. On Saturday, April 13th, I’ll use a random number generator to select three winners and I’ll mail the books next week. Book recipients must be residents of the United States. To enter, comment below for your first entry. Share this blog post on social media and come back to comment again for a second entry. Good luck!
See the book trailer here:
21 Responses
Well, yes please! I would love a physical copy of Rachel’s book!
A captivating, beautiful read. I love Rachel! And this amazing community.🩷
I requested it at my library so I’m hoping that supports as well! ❤️ Excited to read it!
Fantastic! Can’t wait to read Rachel’s book!
I’d love another copy. Already shared it with my book group.
This book sounds so cool! Congratulations, Rachel!
I’m entering to win and sharing this post right now!
I would love a signed copy! (And I promise I have a U.S. address to send it to if I win…)
I shared this post on social media, so here’s my second comment. 🙂
Congrats, Rachel! Excited to read it!
I would love to read this book!
I’m excited to read this. I would love a copy!
I’m excited for this book!
I shared on social media!
Sharing and excited to hear more about great success. Rachel is such a warm and kind person.
Very interested!!!
Sounds cool!
I love the cover! I wonder if my library has a copy. I’m going to request one if it doesn’t. My library is really good at fulfilling requests.
I bought my own copy but would love to win a signed copy for my pirate loving sibling. Thank you for supporting Rachel in this generous way! ❤️
The book launch was a lovely event. I bought a copy and would love to gift a copy to a friend
The numbers I drew were 9, 14, and 18. Congratulations to Nicole, Nichole, and Kerry! I’ll reach out to get your mailing addresses.