As promised, here is the cover of the future release by Elizabeth Loupas, The Flower Reader
, which goes to the synopsis I posted previously. The Flower Reader
will be released on April 3, 2012.
SYNOPSIS
In the sweeping new historical novel from the author of The Second Duchess, a gifted young woman negotiates maze of murder and conspiracy in court of Mary, Queen of Scots.
Rinette Leslie of Granmuir has the ancient gift of divining the future in flowers, but her gift cannot prepare her for the turmoil that comes when the dying queen regent entrusts her with a casket full of Scotland’s darkest secrets. On the very day she means to deliver it to newly crowned Mary, Queen of Scots, Rinette’s husband is brutally assassinated. Devastated, Rinette demands justice before she will surrender the casket, but she is surrounded by
ruthless men who will do anything to possess it. In the end, the flowers are all she can trust—and only the flowers will lead her safely home to Granmuir.
Rinette Leslie of Granmuir has the ancient gift of divining the future in flowers, but her gift cannot prepare her for the turmoil that comes when the dying queen regent entrusts her with a casket full of Scotland’s darkest secrets. On the very day she means to deliver it to newly crowned Mary, Queen of Scots, Rinette’s husband is brutally assassinated. Devastated, Rinette demands justice before she will surrender the casket, but she is surrounded by
ruthless men who will do anything to possess it. In the end, the flowers are all she can trust—and only the flowers will lead her safely home to Granmuir.

It's lovely...I hope I get to read it!
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ReplyDeleteI have never heard of anyone "reading flowers," however, that must certainly be easier and more interesting than reading tea leaves. No, I am not being negative here but fascinated by the concept! This novel sounds like a great read! Thanks for the synopsis, Amy.
ReplyDeleteConnie Fischer
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Its a gorgeous cover and concept. I'm ready for it to be out!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for this one! I loved THE SECOND DUCHESS.
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