Welcome to the Christian Fiction Scavenger Hunt Stop #2
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Welcome to Stop #2 in the Scavenger Hunt! I’m Lori Benton and I write historical fiction set in the 18th century. I’m also into landscape photography. You can learn more about me and my books (and photography) here on my website and on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest. My newest release, Mountain Laurel, is set in North Carolina in the 1790s. Here’s what it’s about:
Ian Cameron, a Boston cabinetmaker turned frontier trapper, has come to Mountain Laurel hoping to remake himself yet again—into his planter uncle’s heir. No matter how uneasily the role of slave owner rests upon his shoulders. Then he meets Seona—beautiful, artistic, and enslaved to his kin.
Seona has a secret: she’s been drawing for years, ever since that day she picked up a broken slate to sketch a portrait. When Ian catches her at it, he offers her opportunity to let her talent flourish, still secretly, in his cabinetmaking shop. Taking a frightening leap of faith, Seona puts her trust in Ian. A trust that leads to a deeper, more complicated bond.
As fascination with Seona turns to love, Ian can no longer be the man others have wished him to be. Though his own heart might prove just as untrustworthy a guide, he cannot simply walk away from those his kin enslaves. With more lives than his and Seona’s in the balance, the path Ian chooses now will set the course for generations of Camerons to come.
And speaking of setting courses…
1793: A Most Eventful Year
When I chose 1793 for Mountain Laurel’s setting I knew very little about the 18th century. Although Mountain Laurel is my seventh 18th century historical novel to see its way into print, it’s actually the first I wrote. So why 1793?
- I wanted to write a story set when men wore knee breeches (they went out of fashion after 1800).
- I didn’t want to write about war (I chose a year when the dust of revolution had settled and another war was years away).
- I have synesthesia; I see numbers in color. I liked 1793’s (black, blue, brown, and orange).
That choice of dates proved less whimsical and more providential than I could have known, because three things occurred in 1793 that would have bearing on the story I would craft.
The Yellow Fever Epidemic. An outbreak of this disease swept Philadelphia in summer of 1793. Physicians like Dr. Benjamin Rush tried many treatments, but it wasn’t until autumn frosts killed off the mosquitoes (the culprits) that the epidemic ended. Tensions arise in Mountain Laurel when Ian Cameron’s aunt learns he might have been exposed to the dreaded disease. Alarm–and a swooning spell–wasn’t the note Ian meant to strike at his first meeting with his uncle’s family.
The Fugitive Slave Act of 1793. Approved by Congress on February 12, 1793, this law guaranteed slaveholders the right to recover an escaped slave, putting fugitive slaves at risk for recapture for the rest of their lives. Slavery, freedom, and the different paths from the former to the latter are explored in Mountain Laurel. For characters who choose the risks of a fugitive, 1793 piled on the peril.
Eli Whitney’s Cotton Gin. A cotton gin separates cotton fibers from their seeds far more quickly than by hand. Eli Whitney created the first modern cotton gin in 1793. As characters in Mountain Laurel predict, Whitney’s invention revolutionized the cotton industry in the United States, but even as rumors of its existence are excitedly discussed, Ian Cameron senses its ominous repercussion: the need for more slaves to work the cotton fields.
Those are just three examples of research that shaped Mountain Laurel‘s 18th century story-world. I unearthed so many I decided to write another novel, Burning Sky (set in 1784). And a third, The Pursuit of Tamsen Littlejohn (1787). The Pathfinders duology (The Wood’s Edge and A Flight of Arrows) followed those but the intriguing historical tidbits kept coming. So I wrote Many Sparrows and The King’s Mercy too. At long last I’m at work on Mountain Laurel‘s sequel, Shiloh. I look forward to sharing it with you in Fall of 2021!
Here’s the Stop #2 Basics:
If you’re interested, you can order Mountain Laurel on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, CBD or at your local bookstore!
Clue to Write Down: time
Link to Stop #3, the Next Stop on the Loop: Carrie Turansky’s site!
But Wait! Before you go, here at Stop #2 I’m offering my own prizes for (USA) readers:
- A signed copy of Mountain Laurel (3 hardback copies available) plus a special Mountain Laurel notebook.
- A signed set of all seven of my published books (2 paperback sets available, pictured above)
To Enter: Leave a comment on this post with your name and an email address (masked is fine) where I can reach you if you are one of my winners. For an optional second entry, subscribe to my newsletter using the form below. You should receive a confirmation email.
Note: This special Stop #2 drawing is limited to readers with USA mailing addresses.
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I’ve heard of synesthesia before from a David Baldacci book :). What a cool superpower! Does it make it difficult to do math when the colors get muddled (ok, that’s a weird question, I know, but ever since I heard of the condition, I’ve wondered about that–math is difficult enough for me as it is, so having colors fight with numbers immediately came to mind).
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Loved reading about all the research that goes into your writings. I love historical fiction!!!
Hi I’m Heather 😍 this scavenger hunt is a great way to find authors!
Very interesting! I had never heard of artist/reporters during the Civil War. Did the Confederacy have them too?
Sharon March
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I have all of your books to date!! Love them!!
Beautiful pictures. I think I only read the woods edge by you so far got sidetracked. I remember I did love it. 2018 according to good reads whoops need to get on it
Michaela H.
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This book sounds intriguing!
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Hadassah Webb
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Love your writing!
Just found this Hunt and am eager to see what new authors I will meet!
Dana Michael-danajeweler@ymail.com Thank you for this contest. This is awesome!
I can’t wait to read Mountain Laurel, but I’d love to set of books, too! Thanks for the giveaway! 🙂
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What an interesting Scavenger Hunt ! Finding many new authors.
Mountain Laurel sounds like a great read! rbooth43 (at) yahoo (dot) com
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Stephanie
On my to be read list. Email: CherylWood@reborn.com
Lori, your novels are EPIC adventures! I already subscribe to your newsletter.
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Mountain Laurel sound so intriguing! Best wishes to you and whomever wins!
Your book looks very interesting.
Would love to read your book
Your books sound so great! Looking forward to reading them!
Ashley Hedin
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Mountain Laurel sounds like a really good read. Will be looking for it and others!
Claudia Castenir grams1819@hotmail.com I just read a very interesting book in which the main character had prosopagnosia. Maybe one day you will include a character that has synesthesia. I look forward to reading more of your books. Thanks for hosting the second stop on this scavenger hunt.
I love the covers of all your books! My email address is smilingshelves@gmail.com
My name is Kim Wageneck. My email: kimwageneck@gmail.com
I LOVE historical fiction! I’ve heard such great things about your writing. Can’t wait to start reading.
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I do not remember reading any where about your synesthesia before. That is a very interesting phenomenon.
mjkoester001@gmail.com
Thank you for the chance to win a copy of your book!
This scavenger hunt is so fun! And I’m looking forward to reading Mountain Laurel!
I enjoy reading your books and look forward to reading Mountain Laurel.
I loved Burning Sky!
I only recently learned of synesthesia because one of my daughters has it.
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I loved reading about your research for this book and I look forward to reading it!
Would love to win your giveaway, thank you for the opportunity to win.
What a fun way to learn about new authors and books!…I love this*…
Thank you for this amazing giveaways❤❤❤
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I enjoy historical fiction, and this is a great time period! Sounds interesting.
Brianna Peterson – thecomebackkids99@gmail.com
Thanks to you and the other authors for this great scavenger hunt. Excited to read your new book.
I love your books! Looking forward to Mountain Laurel. Love the cover and the title!
Sounds fascinating!
Courtney Sudduth
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Wow! That’s a lot of books stemming from one book and for one time period !!!
Also, I’m a newsletter subscriber.
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Your books sound fascinating. I enjoy reading historical fiction.
Looking forward to reading your books!
Love historical fiction!!! twomainecats@msn.com
Thank you for the opportunity. God bless you.
Love the cover! The book sounds fascinating
I’ve also signed up for your newsletter. Your book sounds deep and potentially painful. Can you assure me it has a HEA?? 🙂 arletta(dot)boulton(at)gmail(dot)com
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Thank you for the wonderful giveaway chance! I love these scavenger hunts twice a year 🙂
Lovely post!
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I’ve signed up for your newsletter too!
Thanks!
I subscribe. Thanks!
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I like historical Christian fiction, and your newest book sounds good.
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This one sounds very good. Definitely not a subject I have read about before.
I am starting to really love historical fiction!
Hi Lori thanks For being part of this!
So much fun!
Carrie
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Wow, what an awesome giveaway! This Scavenger Hunt is always so fun. 🙂
My name is Erin and my e-mail is new_every_morning(at)yahoo(dot)com
Mountain Laurel sounds like an intriguing read. jkowalewski13 (at) yahoo (dot) com
Lorie Harbert
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Looking forward to reading one of your books!
I always enjoy your books and learn so much about the time period. I’ve read all of your books but would still enjoy adding the ones I don’t own to my personal library. I’m a newsletter subscriber.
Thanks for the Chance to Win an Extra prize and being part of the scavenger hunt
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Very generous giveaway! Jennifer K irishniff (at) yahoo (dot) com
This is so much fun! My name is Tonia and my e-mail is tsdeakin@gmail.com. I subscribed to your news letter too!
Thank you!
1793 sounds like a fascinating book ! I enjoy reading historical fiction.
I love your books the flight of sparrows and the Wood’s Edge! I look forward to reading more of your stories. Thank you for the opportunity to win.
I love how you interspersed historical fact into your book, and I can’t wait to read some of your books! My email: scholarshipauthor
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CutePolarBear
Thanks for the giveaway
The book sounds really good! Always enjoy the scavenger hunts. Thanks 🙂
This is a fun hunt. Thanks for the giveaway!
Jana
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Interesting about kneebreeches! Lol Some people see music in colours but you’re the first I’ve heard of seeing numbers in colour.
Can’t wait to read your newest book!
Lori I have always loved your books. Life has been a little hard in the past 5 years since I was on the blog with Carrie. I’ve had so many losses of loved ones and with me being sick but I have tried my best to keep up with all your books. 🙂 I’m reading Mountain Laurel now and as usual it’s fantastic. teresasmathews@yahoo.com
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I’m not sure which intrigues me more – 1793 or synesthesia! I love all things Regency/Georgian/Colonial era, so this definitely intrigues me! xoxo
You are new to me! I’m interested in reading a book by you. 🙂 Thanks for the chance! 🙂
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I subscribed to your newsletter, also! Thanks again! 🙂
Oh these all look so good!! alander87(at)allcom(dot)net
Great giveaway. I love books.
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Thanks for the interesting background on your book and the giveaway. carola245(at)hotmail(dot)com
Rebekah (rjdeedrick@gmail.com)
Thanks for this opportunity!
love your books!
Your books sound very interesting. Added to my Goodreads list. Thanks for the chance to win! Boxtopscrazy at gmail dot com.
Love your books!
I love your books! I subscribe to your newsletter also! Thanks for this opportunity! eldora2193atcomcastdotnet
Linda Horin
This is a fun way to learn about great authors. I wrote down your book to read but would love to win it. susanwash27 at yahoo dot com
This is great but I think I am a little late to the game. Debi MacLean – Debi0513@yahoo.com
So excited to read more of your books!
Thank you for the giveaway! Your book sounds fascinating! I’ve heard of Synesthesia and thats really interesting. Its really cool how you see the world in color. 🙂 Have you read Fawke by Brandes, Nadine Brandes?
I’m sorry it posted before I could finish! 🙁 That was such a great book! Its not typically my genre that i read but I loved it. 🙂
Hope you have a wonderful day!
Oh my goodness! I forgot to add my email address. beccakae @ gmail . com
Thanks for the opportunity
Such a lovely book! I’m hoping to read it.
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I love doing these scavenger hunts! So excited to read Mountain Laurel.
Thanks for doing the Scavenger Hunt! it is always fun! heeyore25@gmail.com
Thanks for doing this! So fun.
First time doing the scavenger hunt. Thanks
Looking forward to this book, it sounds amazing!
My name is LAUREL Stein… that should get me an extra entry, right? Wink wink!! laurel stein at gmail dot com
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I am already subscribed to your newsletter 🙂 thanks for the chance!
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I’m a new subscriber!
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Love your books! Great giveaway!
I have read so many of your books – Mountain Laurel is on my wishlist!!
I have not read any of your books before. I look forward to reading one. Or more…
My email is bcrug(at)twc(dot)com. I love these hunts.
I love reading this captions about all the books and series.
Would love to read one of your books
Thank you for this opportunity!
I love historical fiction!
Libby Aldrich
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This is a great giveaway. I’m already enjoying the lesser known bits of history after just two stops.
Thank you for your giveaway and participating in the scavenger hunt.
I would love to read your books. I enjoy reading historical fiction.
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I enjoyed “Many Sparrows;” I can’t wait to read the rest of your books! chillirosen[at]hotmail[dot]com
I can’t wait!!
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I haven’t read any of your books yet, but would love to try them! 🙂
The cover of Mountain Laurel is beautiful and sounds great!
What an intriguing time period and plot! Love finding new-to-me authors and stories.
Your book sounds fascinating! Can’t wait to read it!
How fun! Thank you for your contest
cove is beautiful! Shelia Hall sheliarha64@yahoo.com
Thank you for participating in this scavenger hunt. Your books look very interesting.
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I love the cover of MOUNTAIN LAUREL….can’t wait to read it!
Your book looks amazing I am absolutely going to put it at the top of my TBR pile!
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I got to read Mountain Laurel through Hoopla, and loved it! Can’t wait for the sequel!!! jnelson@skyhighway.com
Renee Costner. reneecostner@yahoo.com
Love the cover sounds like a great book!Sarahbaby601973atgmaildotcom
I would love to read your book. wwchildren@gmail.com
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Historical fiction! My favorite kind 😀 , and I, too, am fascinated by the 18th century. I hope I win, but even if I don’t, I have written down your name so I can look for your books. It was great “meeting” you!
Have loved all your books…Eager to read your upcoming book…
Sounds so interesting. piecemaker1 (at) gmail.com
Grace Lare
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I’m subscribed! 😊
thanks for a chance to win – I’ve enjoyed your past books kringelberg7(at)gmail(dot)com
Looking forward to reading your books. llane631@yahoo.com
Love historical fiction!
Your books are always on my wish lists!
Love your books and thank you for he opportunity
My information is Victoria Layson at layson1@comcast.net
I’ve heard so many wonderful things about your books, but I haven’t had a chance to read one yet.
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Love this cover! I subscribed to the newsletter, thanks for the fun! Mary McCoy emmasmom69 AT gmail DOT com
Hello! I also enjoy historical fiction historical and photography. Never heard of synesthesia before, so I google’d it. How/when did you find out that you had this? Does it feel like a gift?
Love that time period.
I love the cover of your new book, and the story sounds very unique!
I am not familiar with your books but they look intriguing to me! Can’t wait to get started! <3
Thank you for the scavenger hunt. It’s a wonderful giveaway. I’m subscribed to your newsletter.
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Renee Signorelli
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Renee Signorelli
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That is so interesting that of all the dates you could have chosen you picked one based off the colors you saw for the numbers, and then the things that happened in history that year worked well for the plot of the story. It definitely makes me intrigued to read this book, and all the others as well!
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I subscribed to the newsletter!
Cheryl Hart
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I subscribed to the news letter and can’t wait to discover your books!
Jessica Lorenzini
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What gorgeous covers! dlander9228(at)allcom(dot).net
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What an interesting and fun way to learn about these books. I love to read and am looking forward to this.
This novel sounds fascinating! Ian sounds like a man who is worth getting to know! The covers of your novels are always so enticing. Excellent research, too!
Love the scavenger hunt and discovering new books and authors!
I’m loving learning more about new-to-me authors on this scavenger hunt!
Cherie Blessing
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I subscribed to your newsletter! Such a fun giveaway.
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I’ve read a couple of your books and would love to read your latest when I have time!
Love each cover! So beautiful and unique!
I have recently started reading your books and am immensely enjoying them.
Thank you.
Thank you for the chance to win!
Thank you so much for posting this was a wonderful stop I love this as I am battling a disease and these are the kind of books that I love to read and review. Hope you are having a wonderful weekend, peggy clayton ptclayton2 @aol.com
John Signorelli Jr
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Hi! Bethani Monson over in Minnesota! My email is bethanimonson@gmail.com
Sounds fun
Thank you for the chance!! I also subscribed to your newsletter. darholley1@aol.com
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The cover caught my attention and the plot sounds fascinating! I love historical fiction! I signed up for your newsletter but I wasn’t asked to confirm it. cps1950ATgmailDOTcom
Connie, be sure to check your junk mail folders for the confirmation. It lands there sometimes.
Never read a book based in the 18th century. Sounds interesting.
Your Mountain Laurel sounds wonderful and I love the cover!
Sounds very interesting! I subcribed to your newsletter so I can keep up with your books! 🙂
Hannah Rollett (email listed in the form!)
Corianna Meyers
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Just love the cover to this book…beautiful and unique!
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I love this! Would be so excited to read your books!
Thanks for the opportunity! deana3452@aol.com
Thank you for the giveaway!!!
I would love to read. Thank you for the wonderful chance. Blessings leliamae54(at)aol(dot)com
That cover is gorgeous! Thank you for the giveaway! I also signed up for your newsletter!
Esther … have been interested in this time period as well and you’ve got me hooked to look up your books
I enjoyed hearing some history from my state and look forward to reading this book.
Excited to check out these books!
Sounds interesting! I’ve added it to my list.
Love the cover!
Rebecca Dewey
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Oh my! Thank you for the opportunity! My name is Jessy and my email is txjessy1@gmail.com
Also, I subscribed! ❤️
I will be adding you to my “authors to read” list! I love the era when men wore knee breeches too!
Thanks for the scavenger hunt!
I love your books and can’t wait to read Mountain Laurel.
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“Mountain Laurel” sounds so interesting! History is so intriguing now! I didn’t pay attention in high school! “Burning Sky” cover grabs my attention.
Thank you all for entering my drawing here at Stop #2. The Hunt is over. I’ll do my Stop #2 drawing tomorrow, October 20th, and post the winners names in a new blog post. I’ll also contact winners via the email provided. Hope you all get a chance to check out Mountain Laurel, or any of my frontier adventure stories. Blessings to you!
So excited!!!!