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Of Shadow and Stone Paperback – February 24, 2015

by Michelle Muto (Author)
3.9 out of 5 stars 191 ratings
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Gargoyles were created centuries ago to protect mankind, but something went horribly wrong. Now only the sentinel―a mortal chosen to control the stone beasts―stands between them and their human prey.

When the latest sentinel is killed, Kate Mercer is destined to take his place. But Kate has enough going on in her life―like a skyrocketing film career, a delusional ex-boyfriend, and a crazed stalker who will stop at nothing to get to her. But the powers that be have decided, and Kate is transported to Shadow Wood, a mysterious castle that serves as a sanctuary for the supernatural. Although beautiful, Shadow Wood is no safe place for a mere mortal. Yet Kate is drawn not only to the gargoyles but also to Ian McGuire, a charming novelist who might be in the greatest danger of all.

As Kate decides whether to accept the most perilous role of her life, she discovers there are more secrets than answers within the castle’s walls. Her survival and Ian’s depend on her ability to master the gargoyles before time runs out. Is fate really cast in stone?

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    284 pages
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    February 24, 2015
  4. Grade level
    3 - 7
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    5.5 x 1 x 8.25 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1477849394
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    978-1477849392
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“Of Shadow & Stone is a creative modern Gothic paranormal that will make readers click to grab other titles in this author's backlist. Fun!” ―USA Today

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Michelle Muto loves scary books, funny movies, sports cars, dogs, chocolate, old cemeteries, and changes of season. She lives in Georgia with her husband and two dogs. She is also the author of the novels The Book of Lost Souls, Don’t Fear the Reaper, and The Haunting Season, as well as the short story collection Nature’s Fifth Season.

Visit her online at www.michellemuto.wordpress.com or on Twitter @MichWritesBooks.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Skyscape
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 24, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 284 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1477849394
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1477849392
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 1 x 8.25 inches
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.9 out of 5 stars 191 ratings

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Customers find this book to be a good read with an involved beginning and quick pace. Moreover, they appreciate its unique take on storytelling and romantic elements, with one customer specifically mentioning the romantic setting of Shadow Wood. Additionally, the writing style receives positive feedback, with one customer noting it's very easy to read. However, the character development receives mixed reactions, with some loving all the characters while others find them one-dimensional.

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18 customers mention "Readability"18 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engaging, with one mentioning it flows well and another noting it's a quick read.

"...a bit of supernatural all mixed in together, that makes for an interesting read." Read more

"...premise, strong characters, and fast-paced plot ultimately make a well-written, fun read...." Read more

"...are a few basic issues that should have been caught since the proofreading is so good, to include using the word "repelling"..." Read more

"LOVED this book. Michelle Muto is one of my favorite authors for a reason...." Read more

15 customers mention "Story quality"12 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the story of this book, describing it as an intriguing tale that is quick-paced and entertaining.

"...The pace is fast, there's a bit of romance, mystery, and a bit of supernatural all mixed in together, that makes for an interesting read." Read more

"...I'm a fan of PNR when written well, and I liked Kate and Ian's relationship. I also loved the action - Kate was a kickass heroine...." Read more

"The story is engaging in terms of plot because it's new (at least to me) - but there is little depth...." Read more

"...What happens is so exciting, well, who wouldn't be excited to be hitching a ride in a gargoyles mind as they track down bad guys?..." Read more

5 customers mention "Imagination"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's unique take on storytelling, with one customer highlighting its imaginative other worlds.

"...A unique premise, strong characters, and fast-paced plot ultimately make a well-written, fun read...." Read more

"...Well-crafted writing, imaginative other worlds, characters that are easy to like and relate to, dialogue that is believable...." Read more

"...There were some good ideas in there but there was almost no character development and it was very predictable...." Read more

"...I was not disappointed. I enjoyed a glimpse into Michelle Muto's imagination and sometimes felt I was right there with her characters...." Read more

4 customers mention "Romance"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book, with one customer particularly appreciating the gargoyle theme and another noting the romantic setting of Shadow Wood.

"...that pretty much everyone in the story, with one exception, is very attractive...." Read more

"I love this book. Shadow Wood sounded so romantic and mysterious At first I thought Kate would end up with Declan but I loved Ian from the start and..." Read more

"Love gargoyles!..." Read more

"nice and interesting book..." Read more

3 customers mention "Pace"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's pace, with one noting that the storyline never lags and another mentioning how quickly they were hooked.

"...The pace is fast, there's a bit of romance, mystery, and a bit of supernatural all mixed in together, that makes for an interesting read." Read more

"A great book and story, I was quickly hooked and pulled in. I can't wait to find out more about the characters and the nether world!" Read more

"Really good book never lags with the story line..." Read more

3 customers mention "Pacing"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the pacing of the book, with one mentioning it's never a dull moment.

"The book wasn't too bad. It kept my attention. I'd recommend it...." Read more

"Really good read. It's fast moving, doesn't drag and get boring. This was the first of Michelle Muto's books I have read...." Read more

"Good story line does not lag always keeps you interested never a dull moment always has something new happening and is intertwined" Read more

3 customers mention "Writing style"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, with one noting it is well-crafted and very easy to read, while another mentions that the proofreading and editing are pretty good.

"...Muto really has a gift with words and I enjoy her writing style, too." Read more

"...It's a very easy read because there are very few details to track (alas). All in all, it isn't a bad effort...but it isn't a great one, either...." Read more

"...Michelle Muto is one of my favorite authors for a reason. Well-crafted writing, imaginative other worlds, characters that are easy to like and..." Read more

7 customers mention "Character development"3 positive4 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the character development in the book, with some loving all the characters while others find them pretty one dimensional.

"...The characters are two-dimensional because they have only their most recent experiences mentioned...." Read more

"...A unique premise, strong characters, and fast-paced plot ultimately make a well-written, fun read...." Read more

"...just didn’t quite hit the mark with me, most of the characters seemed pretty one dimensional and I didn’t care for most of them." Read more

"...Well-crafted writing, imaginative other worlds, characters that are easy to like and relate to, dialogue that is believable...." Read more

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  • Nancy F.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyed the story
    Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2015
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    Really enjoyed this story, not you're everyday, story about werewolves, vampire, and warlocks, and there's even gargoyles in the mix. The story revolves around an "inhabited'", castle in Scotland, the "country club" if you will for all creatures supernatural, and a mortal paranormal writer and mortal actress, who together manage to take out a deranged stalker, and fulfill her role at the castle as the sentinel of the gargoyles.
    The pace is fast, there's a bit of romance, mystery, and a bit of supernatural all mixed in together, that makes for an interesting read.
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  • LizLong07
    4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable PNR w/ Action
    Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2015
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    I couldn't put this one down the minute it downloaded on my Kindle. A unique premise, strong characters, and fast-paced plot ultimately make a well-written, fun read. I'm a fan of PNR when written well, and I liked Kate and Ian's relationship. I also loved the action - Kate was a kickass heroine. I'm guessing this is a standalone? But will say that I hope there is another one to build more on the characters (like Ian's deal!) and backstories, including the gargoyles. They're interesting and I would love to know more about them. Muto really has a gift with words and I enjoy her writing style, too.
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  • In my opinion
    3.0 out of 5 stars had lots of potential
    Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2015
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    The story is engaging in terms of plot because it's new (at least to me) - but there is little depth. The characters are two-dimensional because they have only their most recent experiences mentioned. There is nothing to explain why they are the way they are - to include the fact that pretty much everyone in the story, with one exception, is very attractive. The problem that faces the main protagonist is drawn out to the point of silliness; it really isn't faced until close to the end of the book. There is the implication of sex without any really being mentioned, and this gave the book a feeling of being more for teens even though all the characters are adults. I'm not looking for porn - but it's mentioned and nothing more. Any nudity has to do with extenuating circumstances, not mutual attraction. The violence, while present, mostly involves supernatural beings - so in some ways, it's a given.

    The proofreading and editing are pretty good. There are a few basic issues that should have been caught since the proofreading is so good, to include using the word "repelling" (the opposite of attracting) when what was meant was "rappelling." A character says "I'll be doggone!" when it should have been "I'll be doggoned!" "It's gold-flinted eys" should have been "It's gold-flecked eyes." Also, there's the point where a character who is supposed to be a best-selling author says, "Together. You and I." Argh. It should have been, "Together. You and me." And a best-selling author would have known that. At least gosh, I sure HOPE a best-selling author would know that.

    I read this over the course of two evenings, and I'll admit to skipping some paragraphs of description here and there. It's a very easy read because there are very few details to track (alas). All in all, it isn't a bad effort...but it isn't a great one, either. This could have been a very compelling duology if the author had taken the time with it.
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  • KarenC
    5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2018
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    LOVED this book. Michelle Muto is one of my favorite authors for a reason. Well-crafted writing, imaginative other worlds, characters that are easy to like and relate to, dialogue that is believable. This book is a very unique take on a world where gargoyles live. You will never look at them the same way again.
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  • Montzalee Wittmann
    4.0 out of 5 stars Love gargoyles!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2017
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    Of Shadow and Stone by Michelle Muto is a book about vamps, weres, a warlock, gargoyles, and the hunt for a human to be the next leader for the gargoyles. The gargoyles need to pick this leader, they have a psychic bond with them. Two humans have come to the castle picked by the warlock and others, one will be chosen from the two. What happens is so exciting, well, who wouldn't be excited to be hitching a ride in a gargoyles mind as they track down bad guys? Although the girl does get a bit squeamish with the gore, not me! Oh dear, what does that say about me? LOL. Been a nurse too long?
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  • Cookie Oates
    5.0 out of 5 stars Shadow Wood, mythe or legend
    Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2015
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    I love this book. Shadow Wood sounded so romantic and mysterious At first I thought Kate would end up with Declan but I loved Ian from the start and am so happy for them. I won't tell the secrets but it is wonderful and should be read and enjoyed. Thanks Michelle for sharing your wonderful talent with us your loyal readers.

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  • Barbara Elness
    3.0 out of 5 stars Gargoyles
    Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2016
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    I like gargoyles, so I was looking forward to reading this book, but the ones in this story were pretty scary, only held under control by the sentinel from attacking and killing humans. Kate Mercer, a popular film star, is chosen to become the next sentinel, but she’s not sure any of this supernatural stuff is even real. She already has a crazy stalker, an ex-boyfriend who won’t take no for an answer, and a demanding career, and now there is a whole supernatural world revealed to her and she must make a decision soon whether to accept her new role or not. The story seemed all over the place, with werewolves, vampires, blood thirsty gargoyles and assorted other supernaturals running around Shadow Wood, where Kate has been brought. For some reason this story just didn’t quite hit the mark with me, most of the characters seemed pretty one dimensional and I didn’t care for most of them.
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  • Adele
    4.0 out of 5 stars like the love interest
    Reviewed in Canada on September 7, 2017
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    Of Shadow and Stone was both what I was expecting, and what I wasn't expecting. There are some elements to the novel that I didn't expect at all, like the love interest. I expected Of Shadow and Stone to be action-y and while it *was* I just wish there had been more action than there already was.
    Nevertheless! Of Shadow and Stone was a great read for me. I enjoyed getting to know all of the characters. I wish there was a second book! Haha.
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  • janets kindle
    3.0 out of 5 stars I found this book readable but not exciting enough if ...
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 2, 2015
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    I found this book readable but not exciting enough if the was a series intent I would not be intrested to read more
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  • Nicole Knol
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great
    Reviewed in the Netherlands on November 28, 2023
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    Good book to read on airplanes.
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