“Allegiance to Alsace written by Marta Anne Tice is an exquisitely crafted novel.
I was spellbound by the extraordinary juxtaposition of events. Set in the Napoleonic era, I was struck by the similarities to our current global dilemma. I was especially impressed by Ms. Tice‘s beautiful writing style and her accurate attention to historical detail. I felt as though I were in the banquet hall myself holding a gilded rimmed crystal glass of fine wine from the Theiss Family vineyard. The character development was beyond measure as was the historical data and stunning sequence of events. I thoroughly enjoyed this book on many levels and would highly recommend it to anyone who wishes to explore their own ancestral heritage. Most importantly though, I found this novel to be deeply inspiring because it spoke directly to the importance of family, the beauty of a special place and the preciousness of life and love. Prepare yourself to be transformed as you drink deep from this Alsatian nectar. This is a book to be savored!
C. M. Fischer
Founder of Rise Up Productions, Keswick Virginia
I was spellbound by the extraordinary juxtaposition of events. Set in the Napoleonic era, I was struck by the similarities to our current global dilemma. I was especially impressed by Ms. Tice‘s beautiful writing style and her accurate attention to historical detail. I felt as though I were in the banquet hall myself holding a gilded rimmed crystal glass of fine wine from the Theiss Family vineyard. The character development was beyond measure as was the historical data and stunning sequence of events. I thoroughly enjoyed this book on many levels and would highly recommend it to anyone who wishes to explore their own ancestral heritage. Most importantly though, I found this novel to be deeply inspiring because it spoke directly to the importance of family, the beauty of a special place and the preciousness of life and love. Prepare yourself to be transformed as you drink deep from this Alsatian nectar. This is a book to be savored!
C. M. Fischer
Founder of Rise Up Productions, Keswick Virginia
“On a visit to the Pfalz Germany and the Alsace -Lorraine region of France , Marta Anne Tice as a young ingénue, had a vivid déjà vu experience of living in the 18th and early 19th century. So it comes as no surprise that her novel brilliantly recreates the sparkling pageantry, and powerful history of the Napoleonic Era of that bygone time. A wonderful read!”
Stefan Bechtel, the best-selling author of a dozen books including, Through A Glass Darkly and Mr. Hornaday’s War.
Stefan Bechtel, the best-selling author of a dozen books including, Through A Glass Darkly and Mr. Hornaday’s War.
“I was part of Marta’s journey in discovering Annaelise and bringing her to life on the pages of this most extraordinary book. Marta’s attention to detail, especially with her historical accuracy, makes this story all the more real. Readers will easily become attached to Annaelise and feel her joy and her sorrow as she lived through one of the most fascinating periods in history. If you are an avid reader of historical romance novels—especially one based on facts—you will love Allegiance to Alsace.”
--Joanne DiMaggio, MA, CHt
--Joanne DiMaggio, MA, CHt
I really enjoyed this book. I don't usually read books set in this time period so I appreciated learning more about the battles and regions mentioned. The plot was intriguing and historical aspects well researched. The author made the time period come to life through the main character, Annaliese, and her description of details from decor to recounting of what daily life looked like during Napoleon's invasion. The author reached the right balance of history and fiction to make this book exceptionally enjoyable. It was a quick and easy read that kept my interest the entire way through and piqued my interest in this period of history.
Eric Deane
Eric Deane
During 1805 Napoleon Bonaparte personifies the emerging Romantic era and is rampaging across Europe and conquering its old regimes, allegedly to replace them with Enlightenment ideals. But between these ideals and political upheaval, the megalomania of one man, and the struggles of great armies, where is a place for the thoughts, dreams, and actions of individuals, especially those of a young woman caught in the midst of this great upheaval?
Mark Twain once remarked, “There are some books that refuse to be written. They stand their ground year after year and will not be persuaded. It isn’t that the book is not there or worth being written—it is only that the right form for the story does not present itself.” I’m pleased to say that Marta Tice has found an original, skillful, and artful way of telling the story of a young woman’s life and her archetypical struggles in the turbulent upheaval of the Napoleonic Wars.
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--Richard Leahy, May 2020
Author of Beyond Jefferson’s Vines
Mark Twain once remarked, “There are some books that refuse to be written. They stand their ground year after year and will not be persuaded. It isn’t that the book is not there or worth being written—it is only that the right form for the story does not present itself.” I’m pleased to say that Marta Tice has found an original, skillful, and artful way of telling the story of a young woman’s life and her archetypical struggles in the turbulent upheaval of the Napoleonic Wars.
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--Richard Leahy, May 2020
Author of Beyond Jefferson’s Vines
“Your note is so timely. I finished reading your book yesterday. I very much enjoyed it. Historical Romance is my favorite genre of books. That and biographical and autobiographical. I don’t recall having previously read any historical romance novels taking place during this timeframe so I definitely appreciated exploring this era. I’ve also lived in Germany and visited some of the areas you noted in your book including Heidelberg Castle. Your book brought back good memories.
I liked that neither the book nor the characters were predictable.
Mike, who very much enjoys reading about historical events, is reading the book now and as he progresses in the book, we chat about what has transpired in the story. I’m very careful not to give anything away, though.”
“Well done on your first novel Marta. I look forward to reading more about Annaelise and her family in your next novel.”
Cheryl
I liked that neither the book nor the characters were predictable.
Mike, who very much enjoys reading about historical events, is reading the book now and as he progresses in the book, we chat about what has transpired in the story. I’m very careful not to give anything away, though.”
“Well done on your first novel Marta. I look forward to reading more about Annaelise and her family in your next novel.”
Cheryl
Good afternoon Marta, unfortunately I didn't get or take a picture with you. I wish I had.
Your book is a great read. I tried to wait to read it on my flight home to Alaska but it grabbed me & I was helpless. LOL I look forward to your next literary creation. Thank you so much for sharing your writings with all the bibliophiles.
Sincerely, Susan (Soozie) Patterson
Your book is a great read. I tried to wait to read it on my flight home to Alaska but it grabbed me & I was helpless. LOL I look forward to your next literary creation. Thank you so much for sharing your writings with all the bibliophiles.
Sincerely, Susan (Soozie) Patterson
“This story is a rare work of romantic fiction at its best, and original. It is as if Tice were a contemporary of Goethe’s, writing authentically of life and romance before “Romantic” became a tacky genre of literature on which the fortunes of soap opera advertisers were built. Annaelise is doing her best to be loyal and true on all levels, being both honored and challenged as a woman, and the reader will find her sympathetic, authentic, and easy to identify with.”
“As a historian, I’m impressed that Ms. Tice took the time and trouble to integrate the details of the characters’ lives with the actual historical record on many levels, from food and wine to the time, including many historical figures of the period.”
Richard Leahy
Author of Beyond Jefferson’s Vine
“As a historian, I’m impressed that Ms. Tice took the time and trouble to integrate the details of the characters’ lives with the actual historical record on many levels, from food and wine to the time, including many historical figures of the period.”
Richard Leahy
Author of Beyond Jefferson’s Vine
Thank you for giving me a copy of Allegiance to Alsace-loved the historical imagery tempered with real life feelings. It was on the edge of fantastical…somehow believable, hopeful.
Thank-you! I know this book was a labor of love, and conviction
Estrella Mello
Thank-you! I know this book was a labor of love, and conviction
Estrella Mello
Marta Tice captures the essence of German life during Napoleon’s invasion. She writes about daily life in the winery, the stable and equestrian activities , hunting, elegant balls, the dangers of war and the sensations, emotions and uncertainty of love. “We walked away from the crowd and onto the veranda. The moon was high and so were our spirits. My heart was beating wildly. He turned toward me while placing his arm around my waist and drew me closer…My cheeks flushed with embarrassment...”. So many parallels to War and Peace without the length. Ms. Tice has successfully brought her inner dreamlike deja vu world into real and present time and onto the page for us to enjoy. She is among the generation of new writers with talent, passion and ambition. I’m anxiously awaiting the sequel and for net-flicks to make a mini-series!
Susie Dent Charlottesville, VA
Susie Dent Charlottesville, VA
Marta Tice's debut novel, Allegiance to Alsace, is a beautifully written love story full of surprising twists and turns set during the tumultuous times of the Napoleonic Wars. This story weaves an historically correct tale taking you from privilege to oppression, vineyards, to prison. You will admire Annaelise, our young heroine as she struggles to pursue her destiny amidst a family divided, tragedy and triumph. The equestrian pursuits give the book another authentic flavor of the era. This book is a page turner. Hoping for a sequel!
Melissa Slutsky Charlottesville, VA
Melissa Slutsky Charlottesville, VA
I found myself totally immersed in the life and family of the main character. Her journey from idyllic life in Alsace to survive war, lost love and family. A genuine treat for lovers of history who will be transported to post French Revolution and the struggles to return to normalcy. The book is a gem that I will return to enjoy again.
Exciting Debut Novel
Exciting Debut Novel
I really enjoyed this book. I don't usually read books set in this time period so appreciated learning more about the battles and regions mentioned. The plot was intriguing and historical aspects well researched. The author made the time period come to life through the main character, Annaliese, and her description of details from decor to recounting of what daily life looked like during Napoleon’s invasion. The author reached the right balance of history and fiction to make this book exceptionally enjoyable. It was a quick and easy read that kept my interest the entire way through and piqued my interest in this period of history.
Eric Deane
Eric Deane
Very good read. You feel you are part of the story. It keeps you enthralled and want to find out what happens next.
Jennifer B.
Jennifer B.
“ Mystery is the seed of Imagination.”
Marta Anne Tice
Marta Anne Tice
“Until one witnesses the Truth, one cannot be Enlightened.”
Marta Anne Tice
Marta Anne Tice
“ The voice of conscience is so delicate that it is easy to stifle, but it is also so clear that it is
impossible to mistake it.”. “On Germany” 1813 part 3
Madame Germaine de Staël
impossible to mistake it.”. “On Germany” 1813 part 3
Madame Germaine de Staël
“In matters of the heart, nothing is true but the impossible.” Letter to Juliette Recamier 1810
Madame Germaine De Staël
Madame Germaine De Staël
“ Love is the whole history of a woman’s life; but an episode in man’s.
“A Treatise on the influence of Passion”, 1796. Madame Germaine De Stael
“A Treatise on the influence of Passion”, 1796. Madame Germaine De Stael
“None are more hopelessly enslaved than those who falsely believe they are free.”
Goethe’s Opinions on the World. Mankind, Literature, Science, and Art by Johan Wolfgang von
Goethe translated by Otto Wenckstern, John W. Parker and Son 1853. Goethe’s Opinions, Politics page 3
Goethe’s Opinions on the World. Mankind, Literature, Science, and Art by Johan Wolfgang von
Goethe translated by Otto Wenckstern, John W. Parker and Son 1853. Goethe’s Opinions, Politics page 3
“ But friendship is precious, not only in the shade, but in the sunshine of life, and thanks to a benevolent arrangement, the greater part of life is sunshine.” Thomas Jefferson
Jefferson letter to Maria Cosway, Paris October 12, 1786
Jefferson letter to Maria Cosway, Paris October 12, 1786
“What you can do, or dream you can, begin it, Boldness has genius, magic in it.
Only engage, and then the mind grows heated- Begin it and the work will become completed.
Faust from 1867 translated. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Faust
Only engage, and then the mind grows heated- Begin it and the work will become completed.
Faust from 1867 translated. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Faust
