Review: Love the conclusion (wish it wasn't goodbye)
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 16, 2014
I don't know how Irina Shapiro pulls it off, but novel after novel and she does.  She continues to get better as well as amaze me with her beautiful storytelling and emotive plot lines. Shattered Moments IS a very satisfying conclusion to this addictive series, and I truly am saddened to see it end after having followed it faithfully from the very beginning.The descriptions are plentiful and bring much mental imagery, allowing me to feel part of the story. The main characters are incredibly enjoyable and well discovered.  Each person has a very distinct personality which is only enhanced by the multiple omniscient points of view.  By this final novel, we have been introduced to a large number of characters, yet I never got lost or confused.  Everything develops beautifully yet succinctly and is resolved in a wonderful homage to the characters for whom I have come to care quite deeply.I have bought every single book published by Irina Shapiro, and I will continue to do so.  With every novel, she finds her voice even more, and I am thrilled to have discovered her.