Rising Fire:A Novel of the Stone Circles
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The prologue catches your interests straight away. However, the characters have certain powers within themselves, but they themselves don't know how to use their powers or the extent of their powers. Very disappointing book. Expected much more. Had a great start but.. Disappointing. No depth to characters.
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Very well written book, as all books by  Abraham Verghese.
This book was excellent as was "cutting for stone". I would like to have more of his books.
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I am a seventh grade student and chose this book for my summer reading project. I wanted to read a mystery novel over the summer and this book seemed very interesting. I thought that since this book is part of a trilogy, if I like the book I could read more about the characters.

The book takes place a long time ago when the world was much different. The main characters are two sisters named Lia and Alice. Together they must figure out how to end the prophecy, but when one of them goes bad the other must figure out how to end the prophecy that has gone on for generations by herself.

I enjoyed the book because it is full of action and mystery. I would like to read the other two books in the trilogy because I enjoyed the first book. I recommend this book to both children and adults who like interesting books
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I was very pleased to receive an advance copy of ALAANAS WAY. I read the 1st book THE CALLING and went immediately to the second. I felt is difficult to put the books down until they were done. While the book has a historical component and a mystical component it is the characters and their development which really grab your attention. I am anxiously awaiting book 3. If you would like to enjoy a great read and something different I recommend this series.
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It was a very good read.  Since I knew the author and I also know the area, it was extremely interesting to me.  I am already reading Book #2 and look forward to #3.
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Loved the books!! Especially The Harvester! She is a great writer! I would recommend 'The Harvester' to anyone who was interested in a book that truly explains the woods, living in them, the joys that are found in them and anyone who would enjoy a good romance novel! I loved 'The Harvester'.
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Latest book in the series is excellent.  Interesting development with Lorik.  That could be a tale all of its own. I hope that Zollin and  Brianna team up soon.  The shape of the new world will be interesting to read about.
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Ring of fire books are always a good read.  They are better if you already know something of the actual history of the time and are well redearched in that reality. Excellent enjoyment.
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The Moonlight Garden is a wonderful novel.  It held my attention from the first paragraph.  It had a great story line.  Besides being a romance novel, it included historical facts.
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Another great book! Love the building of characters from all of the realms. Can't wait to start reading Book #4 Mistaken. Ancients of Light. By Heather Fleener
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Jon,

I enjoyed your book immensely! I have recommended it to several of my friends and family. You have been able to put into words many of my feelings about religion, risk, fear, death, and the mystical. I applaud you. I am an avid reader, educator, and low end adventurer. This book should be recognized by the "Barbara Savage" committee for excellence. If I knew who they were and where they were, I would tell them about it.

Susan starts the book next week. I will start your book about the Raven's Gift.

Sean Whalen
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While most fantasy novels exist in a manifestation of our Anglo-Saxon world, Beverly Hale's first novel, "The Essence of Stone" takes place in Indonesian-Pakistani world. The mix of Hale's world and the Indo-Pak is fairly seamless.
Characters are well-developed and enjoyable. Kehan, her protagonist, thinks he is learning the essence of stone to gain the power of magic.  Instead, he learns the essence of power and realizes he is not quite the person he expects he is.
The novel is slow-going for the first 150 pages, but the trip and the end are both well-worth it.
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This is the 2nd book in the Circle trilogy.  It's outstanding!
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-I liked that the book was set in the Scottish Highlands

-I liked that the book was set in the Scottish Highlands. There were some wonderful descriptions of the location and lots of fact based history.

-I did not like how superstitious the characters were. I also didn't like many events at the Beltane festival, like the belief that the fire had protective powers and they had the animals walk though the smoke and put the ashes on each other. They also seemed to put their traditions and superstitions on the same level as God and following his Word.

"The combination of pagan customs and Christianity seemed at odd to some, but to her, it made perfect sense. The connection with the land and blessings from the heavens brought harmony to her world."

-I was surprised that Aileen didn't trust Conall with her secret, even when they were engaged.

-I liked the characters, especially Jamie and Conall. There were also some very strong and developed minor characters. I really hope the next story will be a continuation of Jamie's life as he gets older.

-Except for the things relating to the pagan traditions, I enjoyed the book.
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Wonderfully written book with clear insights illuminating a path to understanding stone medicine. I have really enjoyed reading this book, and it will find an honored place on my bookshelf in my healing clinic.
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This item was received on time in great condition.  This was ordered to complete a series for our library.  It is a very good book to read. Thank you
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"Casting The First Stone" (CTFS) is an outstanding novel that is well worth recommending to family, friends, and reading groups. I will most definitely recommend it to my reading group-Rare Essence Book Club.  Ms.  Roby's writing is getting better and better.  I thoroughly enjoyed  "Here and Now."  CTFS is very real in regards to the downfall of  many ministers who get caught up in greed, power and sex, and totally  disregard their spiritual being.  The book was hard to put down.  I'v glad  Tanya found the love and happiness she deserves.  I truly hope Ms. Roby  keep up the good work, and I'm looking forward to reading her next novel.