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Rachel Stone

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Rachel Stone writes stories of hope and redemption, often set against vibrant Canadian backdrops. Her writing placed first in the 2022 OBOA Writing Contest and has appeared in international literary and visual arts magazines, journals and blogs.

Rachel holds degrees in psychology and industrial relations, and once worked seven summers at a flower market. She lives near Toronto with her family, and on weekends you’ll find her along the south shore of Georgian Bay, belting nineties pop rock from her paddleboard. The Blue Iris is her first novel.

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The Blue Iris

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Rachel Stone rated a book it was amazing Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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A wrenching story told from opposite sides of the same dilemma, delivered in the signature manner I've come to expect from a Sadeqa Johnson novel: by no means an easy read (in terms of subject matter) yet compulsively readable, heartbreaking yet sati ...more
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I was immediately intrigued by the cover of this book, and it set the stage well for the honest portrayal within: imperfect people in complicated situations, doing their best to find their way forward. A refreshingly real take on marriage, family, an ...more
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Rachel Stone liked Catherine Matthews's review of The Blue Iris: "My favorite type of garden is an old one where the landscape is filled with every color and texture, where you can trace the runners all the way back to their ancestral roots standing tall amid this season’s perennials. I love a garden that looks ten" Read more of this review »
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Rachel Stone and 1 other person liked Kate Underwood's review of The Blue Iris: "Rachel Stone is my new inspiration for incredibly vivid figurative language. I kept writing down beautiful phrases and unique metaphors while I was also completely immersed in the world of this flower shop and the people involved in it. The seamless " Read more of this review »
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Rachel Stone liked Margaret Linville's review of The Blue Iris: "Rachel's book creates such a special place (The Blue Iris flower shop) for a compelling story to unfold. I really felt attached to so many of the characters and it was a fun ride to see their lives unfold."
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Gabi Coatsworth has done it again, bringing her signature warmth and charm to this absorbing and witty read. I connected with Fiona straightaway, only to be doubly pleased when introduced to George's character speaking from beyond the grave and makin ...more
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