When Bane hires Lydia to translate a seemingly innocuous collection of European documents, she hesitantly agrees, only to discover she is in over her head. However, it is her talent for translation that brings her into contact with Alexander Banebridge, or 'Bane,' a man who equally attracts and aggravates her. She adores her apartment overlooking the bustling Boston Harbor, and her skill with languages has landed her a secure position as a translator for the U.S. Now, she's finally carved out a perfect life for herself-a life of stability and order with no changes, surprises, or chaos of any kind. Love and Lives are Threatened in Camden's Latest OfferingĪs a child, Lydia Pallas became all too familiar with uncertainty when it came to the future. After spending my entire adult life on a college campus (either as a student or a librarian) I have finally been able to pursue my ultimate goal of writing professionally. I give daily thanks for the blessing of being able to share a life with my favorite person on the planet.Īs for who I am? I love old Hitchcock films, the hour before sunset, a long, sweaty run through the Florida countryside, and a glass of good wine. Most importantly, it taught me never to take my husband for granted.

I had gotten very good at leading a solo life, and although I was not particularly content being alone, I had become reconciled to it. I married relatively late in life, which turned out to be an odd kind of blessing. As a rather introverted person, I have found that writing is the best way for me to share my faith and a sense of resilience with others. I love writing books about fiercely intelligent people who are confronted with profound challenges. I am a college librarian in central Florida by day, but by night I can be found pounding out inspirational historical novels the moment the sun goes down.

Against the Tide by Elizabeth Camden