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The Secret Language of Stones by M. J. Rose

The Secret Language of Stones

A Daughters of La Lune Novel

by M. J. Rose

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  • Jul 2016, 320 pages
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Mary P. (Bellingham, WA)

The Secret Language of Stones by M.J. Rose
Mysticism, magic, emotion, intrigue, poetic language, suspense, romance--this novel has it all. It takes place during World I in Paris, with a foray into England, and the heroine is Opaline. Her name suits the story--opals are intriguing stones with swirls of color and fire under the surface. Highly imaginative and original, and highly recommended.
Barbara G. (Acworth, GA)

This Has It All
This book has it all! It is a sensuous love story, historical fiction, and mystery. It has witches (mystics), art, jewelry making, family and country loyalty, as well as centering on family relationships. I fell in love with the characters and settings due to the rich descriptions of the author. The love story that is at the center of the book was very unique keeping me well engaged until the very end. As a second book in a series, it reads well as a stand-alone reading. The author also resolves all the issues and does not leave you hanging having to read her next book. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and willmore
Terye B, Milpitas Library, CA

The Secret Language of Stones
I love when a novel transport you to a time in history, smoothly, effortlessly, and M. J. Rose did just that with this novel. I found myself easily transported to Paris in the 1900's. I loved the idea of the stones holding messages for loved ones. The writing was crisp and vibrant and the characters were rich in details. I was immediately thrust into the story, and was surprised when I finished to learn that it was 2nd in a series (Daughters of La Lune) it holds up well as a stand alone. Highly enjoyable.
Carol F. (Lake Linden, MI)

Unexpected pleasure
I fell into this book from the first sentence; "Every morning the pavement in front of our shop is washed clean by the tears of the mothers of dead soldiers....". Is this book a love story, a mystery, a history of WW1, or a witch's tale of power? Somehow it is all of them wrapped up in one great read.
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Vivian H. (Winchester, VA)

Intriguing Story of Life, Love, Sorrow, the Romanovs and Magic during WWI Paris
This evening I completed reading The Secret Language of Stones. This is not a book I ordinarily would have purchased if I'd seen it on Amazon.com. While I love historical fiction, strong women characters and intrigue, this novel also includes elements of mysticism, the occult and witchery, which I enjoyed during the 1990s when Ann Rice wrote The Witching Hour novels, but have long since abandoned.

But I found myself intrigued and completely engrossed in The Secret Language of Stones and plan to read more novels by M.J. Rose. This story centers on Opaline, the descendant of La Lune, a 16th Century courtesan andmore
Patricia S. (Chicago, IL)

The Secret Language of Stones
The Secret Language of Stones is the sequel to M.J. Rose's atmospheric The Witch of Painted Sorrows. Like the first title, Stones takes place in Paris. But not the Paris of the late 19th century, sunny, happy and centered on the new art movements of the time. Paris, in this book, is somber, under constant threat of bombardment, and empty of men save for the elderly, the boys, and those returning from war too wounded to continue to fight. This Paris is cold, somber, and always raining. Taking place a generation later, this book focuses on Sandrine's daughter, Opaline. Opaline works as a jeweler in Paris, creatingmore
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Doris K. (Angora, MN)

The Secret Language of Stones
This book is historical fiction,my favorite, about a Russian family living in France in 1918. The main character, Opaline, has supernatural gifts relating to the gemstones with which she constructs jewelry. This combines to make a fascinating read.

Although I am really not into the psychic world I did enjoy this book and would recommend it to others. I can definitely see a book club having a lively discussion about this story.
Melissa M. (Leesburg, FL)

Spellbinding
I am so thankful to have received a copy of this book for review. Magical, and creative. Loved it and highly recommend.
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