Ripples in Stone
by Claire Harper
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Pub Date Jan 01 2025 | Archive Date Nov 21 2024
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Description
An adventure full of courage, hope, and forbidden love.
Locked in a convent when tasked with saving her family’s souls, a spirited young noblewoman chafes against a cruel abbess and stifling abbey. Lady Geneviève yearns to be free and dreams of reuniting with her beloved groom and the horses they trained together. Beyond the abbey’s high stone walls, rumbles of revolt explode into a revolution hell-bent on dismantling the monarchy and its closest ally, the Church.
When her worldly sister is inexplicably committed as well, Geneviève realizes there are family secrets to unlock. As Geneviève fights to uncover the truth, she gets swept into the tangled clash between royalists and revolutionaries. Will she remain a sacrificial lamb or find a way to follow her heart through these dangerous times?
A Note From the Publisher
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Advance Praise
5 Stars on Goodreads:
“An absolute masterpiece, Ripples in Stone transports readers to the heart of the French Revolution through the eyes of Lady Genevieve. The immersive world-building and the enchanting sceneries aside, the most worthwhile feature of this tale is the rich and robust connection I felt between Genevieve and me. She was a fully fleshed-out character from the get-go and quickly became an unforgettable heroine who I was not only rooting for but also cared for.
Claire Harper masterfully weaves a narrative rich in historical detail and emotional depth. The vivid portrayal of revolutionary France immerses you fully, while themes of love, sacrifice, and self-discovery linger long after the final page.
I wholeheartedly recommend Ripples in Stone to anyone seeking an enriching and captivating read. It's a gem in historical fiction that both entertains and inspires.”
5 Stars on Goodreads:
“Ripples in Stone is a swashbuckling historical novel set in France at the time of the French Revolution. Lady Genevieve, a headstrong teenager, is sent away to a convent by her cruel family and kept a virtual prisoner, separated from her beloved Jacques and the magnificent horses they both love. The fate of the two lovers, their friends and their horses is deeply impacted by the vicissitudes of war. A fast-paced novel that will be enjoyed by teens, historical fiction buffs or romance readers. Highly recommended.”
5 Stars on Goodreads:
“I would highly recommend this book to all the history buffs out there! Reading it was a truly immersive experience, like all wonderful historic novels. I definitely drew some similarities to Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series, in terms of the scope and also the pace. There is a feeling of being continually spirited off to the next setting, it was so exciting! I truly loved the feeling of being lost in another time, but even more than any of that, I loved the protagonist. Geneviève is such a unique protagonist, she doesn't see things the way that those around her do, and it's so clearly a strength. She's a rebel and a total hero. There is a romantic element, which is so fun, but there's also so much more happening than just romance. There is also deep friendship, epic battles, terrible villains, fabulous settings...AND horses!”
Marketing Plan
Enjoy this complementary ARC, currently available until November 18th. A Goodreads Giveaway will be launched soon. Ripples in Stone is due to be released through Amazon on December 1st and through Barnes & Noble sometime after that.
Available Editions
EDITION | Ebook |
ISBN | 9616509248025 |
PRICE | $9.95 (USD) |
PAGES | 448 |