EasterBlack-owned or founded brands at TargetGroceryClothing, Shoes & AccessoriesBabyHomeFurnitureKitchen & DiningOutdoor Living & GardenToysElectronicsVideo GamesMovies, Music & BooksSports & OutdoorsBeautyPersonal CareHealthPetsHousehold EssentialsArts, Crafts & SewingSchool & Office SuppliesParty SuppliesLuggageGift IdeasGift CardsClearanceTarget New ArrivalsTarget Finds#TargetStyleTop DealsTarget Circle DealsWeekly AdShop Order PickupShop Same Day DeliveryRegistryRedCardTarget CircleFind Stores

Sponsored

The River Queen - (River Romances) by Stephenia H McGee (Paperback)

The River Queen - (River Romances) by  Stephenia H McGee (Paperback) - image 1 of 1
The River Queen - (River Romances) by  Stephenia H McGee (Paperback) - image 1 of 1
$16.99 when purchased online
Target Online store #3991

About this item

Highlights

  • River pirates, a stolen steamboat, and a deadly chase down the Mississippi-but falling in love might be the real adventure.When river pirates attack and steal his steamboat, Emmett Carter barely escapes.
  • Author(s): Stephenia H McGee
  • 340 Pages
  • Fiction + Literature Genres, Romance
  • Series Name: River Romances

Description



About the Book



"River pirates, a stolen steamboat, and a deadly chase down the Mississippi; but falling in love might be the real adventure. When river pirates attack and steal his steamboat, Emmett Carter barely escapes. Rescued and transported to a magnificent world of glitz and showbiz aboard a flashy showboat, Emmett is immediately captivated by something more than recovering his lost inheritance. The River Queen's beautiful, but quirky, songbird. Anola Flynn, the star singer on The River Queen, is struggling to keep the business running as attendance dwindles during the 1923 season. With her dreams of saving the family legacy--and the only life she's ever known--slipping away, she forges an alliance with Emmett to keep her family afloat. Now, to outsmart the gangsters chasing them, Anola and Emmett must wade through a dark current of deception and betrayal to save not only their dreams, but everyone they care about, from sinking deeper into the Mississippi River"--



Book Synopsis



River pirates, a stolen steamboat, and a deadly chase down the Mississippi-but falling in love might be the real adventure.


When river pirates attack and steal his steamboat, Emmett Carter barely escapes. Rescued and transported to a magnificent world of glitz and showbiz aboard a flashy showboat, Emmett is immediately captivated by something more than recovering his lost inheritance-The River Queen's beautiful, but quirky, songbird.


Anola Flynn, the star singer on The River Queen, is struggling to keep the business running as attendance dwindles during the 1923 season. With her dreams of saving the family legacy-and the only life she's ever known-slipping away, she forges an alliance with Emmett to keep her family afloat.


Now, to outsmart the gangsters chasing them, Anola and Emmett must wade through a dark current of deception and betrayal to save not only their dreams, but everyone they care about, from sinking deeper into the Mississippi River.



Review Quotes




Stephenia McGee doesn't fail to delight lovers of historical romance and with some twists and turns, she engages the lore of old mystery in our hearts as well. Readers who love engaging characters and unique settings will devour McGee's stories! Run to your nearest bookstore now!

- Jaime Jo Wright, ECPA Best-Selling Author of The Vanishing at Castle Moreau


"River pirates, gangsters, smugglers, and an unforgettable, vivacious heroine all set in the roaring twenties--this story has it all. McGee pens a unique and swashbuckling tale that submerses readers into the showboat world of a strong family of faith and the fish-out-of-water hero who brings trouble aboard. Readers looking for mystery, intrigue, adventure, and romance will not want to miss this entertaining read."

- Crystal Caudill, author of Counterfeit Faith


Stephenia H. McGee delivers a riveting journey into the roaring 1920s in a delightful new setting-the showboat era! With its compelling characters, gripping plot, and immersive narrative, The River Queen stands as an unmissable delight for fans of historical romance and high-stakes adventure.

- Misty M. Beller, USA Today bestselling author of the Brothers of Sapphire Ranch series


Dimensions (Overall): 8.5 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inches (W) x .76 Inches (D)
Weight: .95 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 340
Series Title: River Romances
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Romance
Publisher: By the Vine Press
Theme: Clean & Wholesome
Format: Paperback
Author: Stephenia H McGee
Language: English
Street Date: October 10, 2023
TCIN: 90038436
UPC: 9781635640687
Item Number (DPCI): 247-15-0167
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
If the item details above aren’t accurate or complete, we want to know about it.

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 0.76 inches length x 5.5 inches width x 8.5 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.95 pounds
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: American Samoa (see also separate entry under AS), Guam (see also separate entry under GU), Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico (see also separate entry under PR), United States Minor Outlying Islands, Virgin Islands, U.S., APO/FPO

Return details

This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
See the return policy for complete information.
4.7 out of 5 stars with 3 reviews
100% would recommend
3 recommendations

Showboats & Adventure!!

4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
PhyllisR - 1 year ago
The River Queen is a great beginning to a new series! Stephenia McGee always hits the ground running as her story grabs the reader’s attention from page one. In her easy-to-read writing style, she builds a believable 1920s setting amidst a backdrop of mystery and bad guys. I absolutely loved these characters! The Flynn family is a close knit river family of three generations who enjoy being together and working together. Each member plays their part in what makes life work on The River Queen. A flamboyant heroine, Anola is a third generation adventurer that doesn’t bow to the limitations of being a woman. Enter Emmet Carter, an accountant leading a life of checks and balances- trying to figure out what his brother has done while realizing he is enjoying the adventure and the Flynn’s sense of family. Anola has enough spunk for both of them…She pushes him out of his comfort zone and encourages him to be a better man. I can’t wait for book 2! This book is suitable for teens and older with no inappropriate intimate scenes and no bad language. I received this book from the author/publisher free of charge, with no expectation of a positive review.
Did you find this review helpful?

Captivating Page Turner and Endearing Novel!

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
- 1 year ago
Oh my God! What an incredible story, so unique and genuine, and what endearing and loveable characters I encountered in this journey! Anola Flynn has always known life on a river showboat. She is the lead singer of The River Queen, the family’s showboat -and legacy- that continually travels along the Mississippi River to offer their show to different cities and towns along the river. Unfortunately, this last season has been a struggle to get as many people attending as before. What can she do to save her family’s legacy and the life she’s known all her life? Emmett Carter has decided -mostly pressed- to join his brother Jacob in a new adventure investing their family inheritance on a steamboat. But before he can really enjoy their new possession, the boat is attacked by river pirates and he is thrown overboard. Left with nothing else but his wet and dirty clothes, he is rescued and accepted by the Flynn family who happen to be anchored right next to where he emerges in the water. Aboard the boat, he is accepted as a workhand while he reports his stolen boat and tries to reach out to his brother, who seems to have a dark plan related with the purchase of the boat. What he doesn’t expect is to be captivated by The River Queen’s song bird: beautiful, read-headed, strongminded and quirky Anola. When this new adventure turns into something dangerous, Emmett is afraid to bring his brother’s troubles to this family he’s quickly growing so fond of, and the woman he is desperately falling in love with. How can he keep them safe and help Anola and his family to save their family’s legacy from disappearing? Oh wow! As I said, this was a fantastic story with everything -really everything- I love in a book present: lovable and relatable main and secondary characters, sweet and clean romance, danger and adventure, mystery and suspense, family drama and laugh out loud scenes and characters! The plot is so unique and with unexpected twists. The setting of the river boat, the shows, the family and crew was so exciting and newfangled! Anola and Emmett were my favorites. Well, and Anola’s parents and grandparents as well! A quirky, loving family. I loved that they all had each other backs, and they were fierce about protecting the family and the boat. Anola’s personality was so endearing: I loved her optimist and straightforwardness, her courageousness in defending her family and Emmett. She was sunshine to Emmett! And Emmett was a swoony hero! I loved that he was flawed and not perfect, that he made mistakes, but had his heart in the perfect place and always wanted to make things the right way, even if it costed him where his brother was involved. His sweet devotion to Anola was so endearing! I loved how she quickly won Emmett’s heart in spite of her peculiar yet charming ways. She was totally genuine! And I also loved the faith inspired message about trusting God in the midst of the most difficult circumstances, and how she helped Emmett’s faith grow by quoting Bible verses that threw light to what they were experiencing! All in all, a fantastic historical romance that kept me glued to the pages from page one until the end. I highly recommend it to anyone! You’ll be won over by this adorable family and delighted by their adventures! I received a complimentary copy from the author but wasn’t required a positive review. This is my honest and unbiased opinion.
Did you find this review helpful?

Captivating Historical Fiction

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Carolyn - 1 year ago
The River Queen launches the River Romances series in a big way as it takes us on an exciting chase down the Mississippi! This touching, entertaining story is a perfect blend of adventure, mystery, romance, and faith. I was immersed in this unique story from beginning to end. The authentic 1920s Mississippi riverboat setting is captivating. The wonderfully diverse cast of characters includes a lovable, quirky heroine who stole my heart from the get-go! The fast-moving plot with its twists and turns kept me reading expectantly. I appreciate the faith thread that is so naturally woven into the story. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it. I received a copy of this book from the author/publisher with no obligation to write a positive review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Did you find this review helpful?

Get top deals, latest trends, and more.

Privacy policy

Footer

About Us

About TargetCareersNews & BlogTarget BrandsBullseye ShopSustainability & GovernancePress CenterAdvertise with UsInvestorsAffiliates & PartnersSuppliersTargetPlus

Help

Target HelpReturnsTrack OrdersRecallsContact UsFeedbackAccessibilitySecurity & FraudTeam Member Services

Stores

Find a StoreClinicPharmacyOpticalMore In-Store Services

Services

Target Circle™Target Circle™ CardTarget Circle 360™Target AppRegistrySame Day DeliveryOrder PickupDrive UpFree 2-Day ShippingShipping & DeliveryMore Services
PinterestFacebookInstagramXYoutubeTiktokTermsCA Supply ChainPrivacyCA Privacy RightsYour Privacy ChoicesInterest Based AdsHealth Privacy Policy