The Prophecy of the Stones

Reader reviewed by Erica

This book was fair when you take into account the age of its author, but to be honest I was a little surprised to see such a premature story published. I felt that the general idea had great potential, and was disappointed in the end. Miss Bujor could have written an incredible story had she placed her manuscript in a drawer for a few more years.

The story of The Chosen One was stronger than that of the three heroines, and since Bujor switched between the two with each chapter I found myself cringing when I turned the page and left a strong and intricate character behind to read about girls who were simplistic and more than a little trite.

I look forward to Miss Bujor's next novel, because I think that maturity can only improve her writing. It also might help to have an editor who spots subplots and scenes that do not fit and bring confusion to the novel, as well as "fated love" between teens who have known each other for only a matter of minutes or hours.

Reader reviewed by Emma

I think this book is weak. It has a lot of potential, but the plot strikes me as childish and the characters leave something to be desired, namely human traits. The girls are too fixated and uncomplicated in their own facets of personality. The Kind One, The Bossy One, The Recluse, it's very been there. On the other hand, The Nameless One was a clever touch and many of the secondary characters made me smile. Miss Bujor is talented, but it makes me wonder if she ever really left grade school...I want to see her come out with something really great. I want to love her book, but I found it safe and a bit sad. Depressing, I mean. I want her to write something more daring than fated love. I want for her to shine, and I hope she earns more respect from me in the future.