A Rumor of Gems
Title: A Rumor of Gems
Author: Ellen Steiber
Publisher: Tor Books
Gemstones are appearing in the city of Arcato, rubies and amethysts are appearing in pockets, in breakfast cereal. Even with the rumors, no one can prove it to be true. No one seems to be getting rich from a coffee cup full of sapphires.
The book, A Rumor of Gems, follows Lucinda as she struggles with her life. One day a cute little jade dragon falls into her life, bringing with it an adventure and romance she would never have believed in. She believes herself to be an outcast from the gods and spends most of her life just trying to survive with few cares.
Alasdair is in the city to escape, but he keeps attracting attention as gemstones fall from his pocket. He can listen to the gems, talk to them and they ‘speak’ to him. He bumps into Lucinda and together they are thrown into what can only be described as a journey they were destined to follow.
Something is stirring up trouble in Arcato, and Alasdair and Lucinda may be the city’s only hope. Among the colorful cast is a mysterious shape shifter, Sebastian. Gods walk among the people, and help the ones they favor. Michael, a young boy, is a troubled soul and fights to keep himself out of trouble.
The book is one of the most colorful I have seen in a long time. This unique urban fantasy will capture you from the beginning and will refuse to be let go. This book I couldn’t put down. I didn’t want it to end either!
This new book by author Ellen Steiber is wonderful. I hear there will be sequels to this book too. I certainly hope so. I recommend Ellen Steiber’s A Rumor of Gems. Don’t miss the hardback edition; the cover is beautiful.
Why I picked it out: Funny enough, it was the first line in the book, which you can read at Amazon.com. I usually pick books by the cover.
Why I liked it: Unique characters, colorful city! I want to visit Arcato! I felt like I was inside the city while reading.
What I didn’t like: There were only a few minor parts in the middle that were a bit slow, but this is my own taste. I couldn’t think of a thing to change.
Summary: I love it, and I hope to see more! This book I am keeping! Sorry everyone. ;)
The next book I'll be giving away, I promise. I'll have the book review up soon.
Author: Ellen Steiber
Publisher: Tor Books
Gemstones are appearing in the city of Arcato, rubies and amethysts are appearing in pockets, in breakfast cereal. Even with the rumors, no one can prove it to be true. No one seems to be getting rich from a coffee cup full of sapphires.
The book, A Rumor of Gems, follows Lucinda as she struggles with her life. One day a cute little jade dragon falls into her life, bringing with it an adventure and romance she would never have believed in. She believes herself to be an outcast from the gods and spends most of her life just trying to survive with few cares.
Alasdair is in the city to escape, but he keeps attracting attention as gemstones fall from his pocket. He can listen to the gems, talk to them and they ‘speak’ to him. He bumps into Lucinda and together they are thrown into what can only be described as a journey they were destined to follow.
Something is stirring up trouble in Arcato, and Alasdair and Lucinda may be the city’s only hope. Among the colorful cast is a mysterious shape shifter, Sebastian. Gods walk among the people, and help the ones they favor. Michael, a young boy, is a troubled soul and fights to keep himself out of trouble.
The book is one of the most colorful I have seen in a long time. This unique urban fantasy will capture you from the beginning and will refuse to be let go. This book I couldn’t put down. I didn’t want it to end either!
This new book by author Ellen Steiber is wonderful. I hear there will be sequels to this book too. I certainly hope so. I recommend Ellen Steiber’s A Rumor of Gems. Don’t miss the hardback edition; the cover is beautiful.
Why I picked it out: Funny enough, it was the first line in the book, which you can read at Amazon.com. I usually pick books by the cover.
Why I liked it: Unique characters, colorful city! I want to visit Arcato! I felt like I was inside the city while reading.
What I didn’t like: There were only a few minor parts in the middle that were a bit slow, but this is my own taste. I couldn’t think of a thing to change.
Summary: I love it, and I hope to see more! This book I am keeping! Sorry everyone. ;)
The next book I'll be giving away, I promise. I'll have the book review up soon.
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