Such an enjoyable read, with a few shortcomings!
It feels like the adventure comes to live as you read the lines.
Highly recommended

Ok, how is this not more popular! I wasn't sure what exactly to expect when reading this one but what a good read! It's captivating and I had a hard time putting this one down. Love the historical aspects and the voyage at sea.

I haven't read many books to do with sea travel and this was perfect for me. I can't believe I waited so long to read this one.

I will definitely have to go and check out this author's other books.

This was not the best read. The plot was a bit uninteresting. The most interesting information is the fact that the characters were on the Mayflower sailing to the New World. A thin plot and not terribly convincing characters. I finished the book but I would not particularly recommend it.

Jedediah Trelawney (Jed) finds himself on the crowded Mayflower in 1620 bound for, what would become, the United States of America.

The reason for Jed's inclusion on the Mayflower's voyage is not initially clear although how he came to be there is deftly described as the story proceeds. However, Jed has a dark secret that threatens not just his life on the Mayflower but his future in the new colony. It appears that his secret may be known and John Billington seems happy to exert his power (and knowledge of Jed's secret) over Jed to belittle and blackmail him .

The conditions on the Mayflower on the crossing are described unfiltered and 17th Century travel is brought to life in brutal detail, not every makes it to the end of the voyage.

Jed finds his role and develops feelings for Desire. There are highs and lows aplenty and you will be glad you took the time to read this. The ending is very satisfying and there is a useful glossary at the end of the book.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC in return for a review.

Definitely enjoyed this one! Such an interesting concept and the writing was well done. I love stories set at sea. I'll be looking for more from this author.

I found Running With The Wind: A tale of courage, love and survival aboard the Mayflower to be very good read. I am giving it four stars.

this was a really interesting historical novel, I enjoyed that it made me think about what it was like on the Mayflower.

Running from the law in England, Jed takes passage on the Mayflower to America. He agrees to earn his way by working as a sailor, but having no experience he is shunned by the more experienced sailors aboard ship. The passengers endure multiple savage storms, seasickness, disease, and malnutrition during the long journey. Asked to help the doctor when his assistant falls ill, Jed finds his true cslling in medicine.
I really enjoyed this book. It described the difficult life aboard ship for both the passengers and crew in great detail. I especially enjoyed the parts where he helps the doctor with the many ailments and injuries throughout the journey.
I received a complimentary copy of this book through NetGalley. The views and opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own. Thank you to Allium books for the free book.

This was a fun book to read. I love the historical fiction aspect of it. And the boat. I just liked this book ok?

This was my first book by this author, It was pretty enjoyable. I would give this book a 3.5 star rating! It was a pretty Quick and easy read!

This book is well written and has just enough suspense to keep you turning the pages to see what happens next. The author made the story come to life with her words. This was a very good read. Thank you BooksGoSocial via NetGalley for the complimentary copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.

Jed ends up on a ship called Mayflower. The story is about him being aboard the ship and his daily life.

I've never made a summary in only one sentence. It does show how flat the plot is. I adore historical fiction and most of all old ships. However, the story was boring for the most part. Which Is why I decided not to finish the book. The main character was also getting on my nerves.
Overall, the details are great and it is historically correct. The setting around the story is very accurate and makes this book interesting.

It's not what I expected, and I wasn't sold to the concept.

I enjoyed reading this book because I found out about the journey of the travellers to America on the Mayflower. Also there was a good storyline which kept me interested and wanting to know what happened to Jed. There was lots of good description, especially the storms at sea and life on board the ship. I do recommend that you read this book.

A novel of The Mayflower, and the intrepid souls who band together to reach the new world. As in any group, there are those who are selfish, who are helpful, who blackmail, who have a single-minded purpose, who use their power for good, and those who misuse power. And everyone has secrets.

A well-written and enjoyable look back at those who came to America to start a new land and a new life.

I read this EARC courtesy of Books Go Social and Net Galley. pub date 09/21/19

First sentence: Soldiers pressed towards the harbour, forcing their way through the crowd. Jed turned his back towards them and came face-to-face with a young man, their noses so close they were almost touching. ‘Who are you? Haven’t seen you before.’ The young man’s tone was abrasive. ‘I can’t believe Master Jones let you board an overcrowded ship. What’s so special about you?’ Jed shook his head. ‘There’s nothing special about me.’ Passengers crammed onto the deck. Every man, woman and child jostled for an unobstructed view of those gathered to wave goodbye. Jed pressed his palms against the smooth wood of the gunwale behind him and pushed his body forward to avoid being crushed.

Premise/plot: Jedediah Trelawney is the protagonist of Dionne Haynes' new historical novel chronicling the voyage of The Mayflower in 1620. He is a young man with a secret that may or may not come back to haunt him. It seems SOMEONE on board knows the secret he is running from. But he doesn't know who or what they intend. He works for his keep on board and eventually becomes assistant to the doctor and the barber/surgeon on board. He plans to continue his 'apprenticeship' of sorts when they land. The book covers almost all aspects of life on board. And there is nothing glamorous and charming about it. It gets gritty and gross at times. (For example, when he's popping boils on personal locations of others.)

My thoughts: I liked this one well enough. It was a big graphic medically. There was one sexual fantasy/dream that was a bit graphic. But it was clear that it was his fantasy and not actually happening. Since it was such a small snippet of the book, that I can overlook. But some of the gritty perhaps all too realistic scenes of medical treatments turned my stomach a bit. Boil popping should not be the stuff of fiction!!!!

Running With The Wind by Dionne Haynes provides a magnificent in-depth and emotional story about Jed's voyage experiences on a ship to America. This amazing historical story allows the reader to take part in the fears and secrets that Jed carries in the depths of his heart. The author allows the reader to connect with Jed's uncertainties and the uncomfortableness of being on a ship with a range of hardcore sailors. Although he strives to form part of this most complex environment, he maintains his will to help people on the ship and find easier ways to assist passengers who struggle to cope with this extraordinary journey. Jed's secret became his enemy and he needed to find a way to deal with it. The author offers a most fascinating historical account of a person who wants to reach America carrying his own hopes and fears inside of him.

I didn't want this book to finish. Jed had a secret that he desperately wanted to hide. This thread had a subtle twist together with friendship and romance. However, the plot was not obvious and highly entertaining. I've always been intrigued by the story of the Mayflower voyage. I wasn't disappointed with this storyline.
Thank you net gallery for my advance copy. I would wholeheartedly recommended this book to family and friend.

Running With the Wind is an exciting and detailed story of the Mayflower's journey to America. Jed is a man running from the law because of a murder he committed. He never denies it, but it is his biggest secret. While working on the ship, he becomes friends with the doctor and his apprentice. While working with the doctor, he decides to study to become a doctor himself. He meets Desire, a woman near his age on the journey. He falls in love with her, but she sends him a mix of signals. Great story that is thought provoking.

Running With The Wind by Dionne Haynes
A tale of courage, love and survival aboard the Mayflower.
I did not expect to enjoy this book as much as I did. Dr. Haynes is a new author to me but after reading the blurb I was hooked. I loved the historical details of life aboard ship, medical treatments, techniques, historical accuracy and the Christian message in this book. The characters were realistic as were their adventures. Plenty of action and intrigue on this small ship.I hope this will turn into a series of historical books. I look forward to reading more books by Dionne Haynes.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. I appreciate the opportunity and thank the author and publisher for allowing me to read, enjoy and review this book. 5 Stars

This story of "ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances" will pull you in from page one. This historical fiction of life on the Mayflower, journeying to America, is a very interesting look into a part of history that I am less familiar with. While the characters and plot are fiction, it is so enthralling to think about how life was then, through the eyes of this author! Thank you to the Publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this title!