now reading....Watermark: A Novel of the Middle Ages by Vanitha Sankaran


I am really excited to start this next read as I've read nothing but rave reviews about this book!


SYNOPSIS:  The daughter of a papermaker in a small French village in the year 1320—mute from birth and forced to shun normal society—young Auda finds solace and escape in the wonder of the written word. Believed to be cursed by those who embrace ignorance and superstition, Auda's very survival is a testament to the strength of her spirit. But this is an age of Inquisition and intolerance, when difference and defiance are punishable "sins" and new ideas are considered damnable heresy. When darkness descends upon her world, Auda—newly grown to womanhood—is forced to flee, setting off on a remarkable quest to discover love and a new sense of self . . . and to reclaim her heritage and the small glory of her father's art.


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9 comments:

  1. I agree that this sounds like a great novel...can't wait to hear your thoughts about it!

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  2. I have not heard of this book. I just added it to my to-be-read list. It sounds wonderful. Be sure and let us know how you like it.

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  3. OMG Amy you will love it. I devoured this one, I could have literally ate it. Happy readings!

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  4. this sounds like a haunting story. i hope to read it!

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  5. It's another one I tried like crazy to win...

    I am on the wrong lists.
    *sigh*

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  6. Amy, you'll see that this is totally different- but I got into it and enjoyed it. Hope you do too!

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  7. I really, really liked this book! Very different and very well written.

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  8. Loved this book! I will be eagerly awaiting your opinions on it and hope that you enjoy it very much!!

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  9. I just finished reading it -- not on my favorite list but not too bad -- just felt rushed, especially at the end.

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