THE GLASSBLOWER’S WIFE
by Joanna Campbell Slan
There are three reasons I enjoyed this book: the setting of Venice, the glassblowers and the historical element. I love the art of glassblowing and I never realized that this fascinating back-story existed before. The Glassblower’s Wife is also well written and is a very interesting story.
~MysteriesEtc.
This is a short story that draws you right into the drama. I liked it and the only problem with the story was it was short story. I liked the characters and I wanted more of them.
~readalot
Joanna Campbell Slan weaves an intriguing short story around this little known nugget of history. Although the story is short, the she still manages to give us richly developed characters.
~Cozy Up With Kathy
I was very impressed with the whole story being wrapped up in such a short format…If you like historical fiction and strong female characters, I strongly recommend you read this enchanting story.
~Booklady’s Booknotes
This is a short story about Jewish glassblowers who were being hunted and killed by the Doge in Venice. What is interesting is the back story about Saul’s wife, Ruth. She is really the key in all of this…
~Storeybook Reviews
This short story does a nice job of weaving historical fact with historical fiction and really presents the mystery nicely…
~Brooke Blogs
The story is beautifully told by Joanna Campbell Slan. It reminded me a bit of the fairytale-like stories of Isaac Bashevis Singer.
~View From The Birdhouse
This is an exquisite story. The Glassblower’s Wife, Ruth just grabbed hold of by heart and held on tight and wouldn’t let go.
~Escape With Dollycas Into A Good Book
…a powerful story. It’s informative with intriguing characters and an interesting storyline. I gobbled it up…
~Socrates Book Reviews
A short story that carries quite the historical punch!
~Laura’s Interests
THE GLASSBLOWER’S WIFE
by JOANNA CAMPBELL SLAN
Historical Mystery – short story
Synopsis:
When Jewish glassmakers and their families flee the powerful Doge of Venice, the cost of their freedom is three hundred and fifty-seven mirrors—the creation of the magnificent Hall of Mirrors in Versailles. But the Doge sends assassins to pick off the artists, one by one. Can Ruth Telfin, the mute widow of the head glassmaker, save her people?
About This Author
Joanna Campbell Slan is the award-winning author of the Kiki Lowenstein Mysteries (an Agatha Award Finalist) and two other mystery series. Her stories in the Chicken Soup for the Soul series has been read and loved by millions. Her books reviving the classic heroine Jane Eyre have won the prestigious Daphne du Maurier Award. In her past life, Joanna was a television talk show host, an adjunct professor of public relations, a sought-after motivational speaker, and a corporate speechwriter. She is married to David Slan, CEO of Steinway Piano Gallery-DC. The Slans make their home on Jupiter Island, Florida.
Author Links:
Website http://www.joannaslan.com
Blog http://www.joannaslan.blogspot.com
Facebook http://www.Facebook.com/joannacampbellslan
Twitter http://www.twitter.com/joannaslan
Goodreads http://www.goodreads.com/joannacampbellslan
Pinterest http://www.pinterest.com/joannaslan
Purchase Link:
Amazon
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April 3 – Musings and Ramblings – Guest Post, E-Book Giveaway
April 3 – MysteriesEtc – Review, E-Book Giveaway
April 4 – Babs Book Bistro – Guest Post, E-Book Giveaway
April 4 – readalot – Review
April 4 – The Gal in the Blue Mask – Review, Interview
April 5 – Cozy Up With Kathy – Review, Interview
April 5 – Booklady’s Booknotes – Review, Guest Post, E-Book Giveaway
April 6 – Michelle’s Romantic Tangle – Guest Post, E-Book Giveaway
April 6 – Brooke Blogs – Review, E-Book Giveaway
April 7 – StoreyBook Reviews – Review
April 7 – Frankie Bow – Interview
April 8 – View from the Birdhouse – Review, E-Book Giveaway
April 9 – Socrates’ Book Reviews – Review, E-Book Giveaway
April 10 – Tea and A Book – Review, Interview
April 10 – Escape With Dollycas Into A Good Book – Review, E-Book Giveaway
April 11 – Laura’s Interests – Review, E-Book Giveaway
April 11 – 3 Partners in Shopping, Nana, Mommy, & Sissy, Too! – Spotlight, E-Book Giveaway
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