Bookloons.com
"John Shors has written a beautiful story of the lives of those
most involved in the creation and building of the Taj Mahal. The
story … made me want to check out the area personally!"
Historical Novels Review
"The author has obviously done in-depth research of the Taj Mahal
and its history. In addition to his fascinating storyline, he weaves
in many details about the planning and building of this unique architectural
masterpiece. From the exquisite white marble brought in from the
quarries of Makrana to the gold and precious gemstones decorating
it, Shors enables his readers to visualize the profound wonder of
it all. He also depicts the political climate in a clear and concise
manner so that readers can better understand the Mogul empire that
reigned supreme during this period of India’s history. I can highly
recommend this novel, a real page-turner throughout."
NewPages.com
"Beneath a Marble Sky brims with action and intrigue befitting an
epic era when, alongside continuous war, architecture and its attendant
arts reached a pinnacle of perfection."
BookReview.com
"Beneath a Marble Sky is a fantastic historical tale that may be
the best the genre offered in 2004.... The story line vividly describes
the Indian subcontinent in the seventeenth century where love, intrigue,
and betrayal are key elements. Mr. Shors has transported readers
to a different time and place as he paints quite a picture to illuminate
the events surrounding the construction of the Taj Mahal."
ReviewersChoice.com
"Author John Shors writes like a veteran in Beneath a Marble Sky,
his gorgeous, wily first novel."
MostlyFiction.com
"(T)his is a fascinating novel of historical fiction and I highly
recommend it."
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