This Day is Ours
“Amidst the flames of revolution, an outlaw and a lady find love against all odds. Forbidden passion, fierce battles, and a fight for freedom collide in this gripping tale of loyalty and desire. Step into history’s most thrilling era—grab your copy now and lose yourself in an epic romance for the ages!”
About this book
Set in the tumultuous era of the American Revolution, This Day is Ours: An Epic Tale of Romance and Revolution by Gretchen Jeannette delivers an electrifying blend of history, adventure, and passion.
As the British Crown tightens its grip on the colonies, a notorious rebel highwayman, Jack Flash, roams the streets of Philadelphia, stealing from the loyalist elite. But his fate takes an unexpected turn when he crosses paths with Alexandra Pennington, a determined young widow betrothed to a loyalist aristocrat. Drawn into a whirlwind of danger and forbidden love, Alexandra must choose between duty and desire.
The novel masterfully intertwines romance with the brutality of war, making for an unforgettable reading experience.
This Day is Ours is all that a historical romance should be and more—gripping, romantic without being maudlin, beautifully true to the time. (Reedsy Discovery) All the aspects of the novel—characterization, dialogue, setting, and pace—are skillfully brought together to create an immersive love story that transports readers back to fascinating times. (BlueInk Starred Review)
The old man’s eyes clouded with such sudden torment that Alexandra placed a consoling hand on his arm. “A word to the wise, my dear,” he said. “Don’t squander your life on what others expect rather than what you desire. You will never feel complete if you allow your heart to become a place of compromise.”
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The American Colonies, 1776
As the flames of rebellion spread across a divided land, a shadowy figure prowls the streets of Philadelphia. Known only as Jack Flash, rebel highwayman, he preys on aristocrats loyal to the British Crown. The unpredictable outlaw always manages to elude his foes, until the night he encounters a Loyalist lady whose fiery spirit could spell his doom.
Alexandra Pennington has her future well planned when a chance encounter turns her world upside down. Betrothed to a blue-blooded king’s man, the young widow gets caught up in the exploits of a red-blooded rebel activist fiercely opposed to British rule. The sensible course for her is clear, but her bond with the notorious rogue will test her loyalty not only to her king but also to the man she vowed to marry.
Set against the epic struggle for American independence, This Day is Ours threads the ferocity of war and the price of loyalty with a love forged in the fire of revolution.
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2021 American Fiction Awards Winner – Historical Romance
The 2021 Global Book Awards – Silver Medalist
The Wishing Shelf Book Awards 2020 – Finalist-Adult Fiction
The Coffee Pot Book Club Book of the Year Awards 2020 – Silver Medal-Historical Romance
2020 Independent Author Network Award Winner
2020 B.R.A.G. Medallion Honoree
2020 Global Ebook Award Winner
2020 Kindle Book Awards Semi-Finalist
Chill With A Book–PREMIER Readers’ Award; 2020 Book of the Year Runner Up
2020 Book Excellence Awards Finalist
2020 Maggie Awards of Excellence Finalist
2020 Readers’ Favorite Book Awards Finalist
Book Review Summary
Critics and readers alike have praised This Day is Ours for its gripping storytelling and historical accuracy.
Discovering Diamonds hailed it as more than just a love story, describing it as a novel filled with compelling characters, dazzling ballrooms, and intense battle scenes.
Kirkus Reviews commended the depth and realism of Alexandra and Dalton’s relationship, set against the backdrop of the Revolutionary War.
Foreword Clarion Reviews called it a “Robin Hood-inflected romance” with lyrical prose and lively pacing.
BlueInk Starred Review applauded its rich character development and seamless blend of romance and war.
The Coffee Pot Book Club awarded it five stars, celebrating the author’s ability to capture the human condition amid the chaos of war.
IndieReader described it as a “rare realistic historical romance, blessedly devoid of insta-love.”
Readers’ Favorite and GoodbooksToday Reviews both praised its immersive historical detail, gripping battles, and emotionally charged romance.
Who will love this book?
If you are drawn to historical fiction with a mix of adventure and romance, This Day is Ours is a must-read. Here’s why:
- Fans of Revolutionary War fiction – If you love books set in the era of America’s fight for independence, this novel’s vivid historical backdrop will captivate you.
- Readers who enjoy strong, well-developed characters – Alexandra Pennington is a heroine torn between duty and passion, while Dalton is the quintessential rogue with a cause.
- Lovers of epic romance – This story delivers a slow-burn, high-stakes romance that defies societal expectations.
- Those who appreciate historical accuracy – From battlefield skirmishes to the intricacies of colonial life, the novel is meticulously researched.
Fans of classic historical romances like Outlander by Diana Gabaldon or The Winter Sea by Susanna Kearsley – If you enjoyed these, This Day is Ours is your next great read.
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