Prelude to War by C.A. Portnellus - 2013: Book 1 of Sparrow Wars in the Garden of Bliss

Prelude to War, Book 1 of Sparrow Wars in the Garden of Bliss.Publisher: Archway Publishing, 09/2013. Cream paper, 646 pages. New softcover. Gorgeous color cover, designed by author. Author hand-signed first editions. Author will dedicate to an individual if desired. Must make a note when you purchase the book. Special offers available for multiple purchases for a book club or library.

Richard Barre is a third son of a lineage of third sons. With him, his father and young son, Barton, it is hoped that the centuries' old La Barre family curse will finally end. But for him, he must stay an honorable man and live humbly, and teach his children to do the same. For the family of French Plantation owners in Louisiana, the curse is still viable, and the Barre men certainly take it seriously for temptation can lead to destruction of all they hold dear.
It is 1928, and life while simple as a carpenter/furniture maker in Beaumont Texas, with a lovely wife, Charlotte, and three young sons, Richard feels he is luckier than most people. Yet fate and the fates of the world about him, conspire to throw him tempting wild cards. He must choose wisely to save his family and perhaps his soul. For each tempting gain, Richard feels an ill wind blow.
After the stock market crash of 1929, any joys or slight rewards are forever diminished. Richard hopes to be a spiritual guiding compass to save his son, Barton, as the world seems to fall apart. The Barre family following their family motto, "Nous sommes contre les vents", must prevail against the ill winds that blow.

Adult themes/language, romance, coming-of-age romance, family saga.
Posted: 04/08/2017