Books with title The Crystal Rings

Wonder, mysticism, heartache, and joy are the stones that set the path to one girl's journey as her destiny unfolds. In the village of Huanan in medieval China, the deity that rules is the Great Huli Jing. Though 12-year-old Li Jing's name is a different character entirely from the Huli Jing, the sound is close enough to provide constant teasing - but maybe is also a source of greater destiny and power. Jing's life isn't easy. Her father is a poor tea farmer, and her family has come to the conclusion that in order for everyone to survive, Jing must be sacrificed for the common good. She is sold as a bride to the Koh family, where she will be the wife and nursemaid to their three-year-old son, Ju'nan. It's not fair, and Jing feels this bitterly, especially when she is treated poorly by the Kohs and sold yet again into a worse situation that leads Jing to believe her only option is to run away and find home again. With the help of a spider who weaves Jing a means to escape and a nightingale who helps her find her way, Jing embarks on a quest back to Huanan - and to herself.

On a typical afternoon, teenage Joe is being chased by bullies from school when he accidentally runs through a portal to another world. He finds himself in a training camp for a group of teenage boys and girls who will become Runners. Each cycle, three Runners are sent to place the power sources that will secure the shield that protects their land, Carcassia, and keeps the enemy Kabanians at bay. Once they've achieved their objective, a toxin is released into their bodies, and they die. No one is permitted to return through the shield. And nobody can remain in the enemy territory. Joe is sent on the next Run, accompanying the Runner, Kaia. He is hoping that he will find a way back to Earth - much to Kaia's annoyance, as she is focused only on her goal. Gradually a delicate friendship develops between the two, and Joe wonders if he can save Kaia as well as himself. But as they pursue their Run, Kaia and Joe come to question the histories they've been given and the ambition of their enemy. The Run suddenly becomes more dangerous than anyone could have envisaged. Sheila is an ex-bond dealer and financial journalist whose novels have all been immediate number-one Irish best sellers; she also writes a weekly column for the Irish Times. Her books have been described as 'as necessary to women as chocolate, and just as addictive!' Her last three novels have sold in excess of one million copies in their British editions. With each publication she breaks her record of weeks at number one. She was the recipient of the prestigious Irish Tatler Literary Woman of the Year award in 2003.

"The Crystal Cup" reveals the struggle a young artist faces when he is taken from his family and forced to work for the king. He is promised freedom in return for his hard work making a perfect crystal vase. But the story takes a tragic twist when he dies immediately following his completion of the vase. The king jeopardizes his reign after displaying the artist's remains alongside the vase during a feast at the castle.

In the village of Huanan, in medieval China, the deity that rules is the Great Huli Jing. Though twelve-year-old Li Jing's name is a different character entirely from the Huli Jing, the sound is close enough to provide constant teasing-but maybe is also a source of greater destiny and power. Jing's life isn't easy. Her father is a poor tea farmer, and her family has come to the conclusion that in order for everyone to survive, Jing must be sacrificed for the common good. She is sold as a bride to the Koh family, where she will be the wife and nursemaid to their three-year-old son, Ju'nan. It's not fair, and Jing feels this bitterly, especially when she is treated poorly by the Koh's, and sold yet again into a worse situation that leads Jing to believe her only option is to run away, and find home again. With the help of a spider who weaves Jing a means to escape, and a nightingale who helps her find her way, Jing embarks on a quest back to Huanan--and to herself.

Three stories. Four princesses. Yet all are bound by the fate of two crystal rings.From YA Fantasy and Christian Fantasy author comes a new collection set on the Isle of Spaniño where magic awaits around every corner.In "Time Dancers," eighteen-year-old Calina's one wish as she turns "of age" is to marry a young, kind, handsome prince whom she can love and share all of her passions and interests with. When her father reveals her betrothed as a quiet, middle-aged man. She is further hurt and insulted when her husband-to-be bestows on her a magic mirror, inside which she watches herself dance with a handsome, young prince each night. However, through that mirror and the aid of a unique crystal ring, she will discover her true love, and what truly loving means.In "Silver Prince," Catina dares to enter the Dark Wood against her brother's warnings. Instead of danger, she meets Hadyn, Alpha of the Wolfsbane people. Through him, she will discover love, but also the truth behind years of lies and twisted legends. Will she be strong enough to learn that truth? And if so, what will she do with it?Finally, in "Sisters of the Rings," Calista and Shara are the only two Iceans in the entire Spaniño Isle--possibly in the entire world. When their kingdoms fall under siege, both princesses are forced to flee their Spaniño homes. They meet with each other only to discover that they are linked by the crystal rings given them by their adoptive parents in ways they never could have imagined....Revel in the magic and romance found in the adventures of these four princesses, and discover how they are bound together by The Crystal Rings.

Three stories. Four princesses. All are bound by the fate of two crystal rings in this young adult fantasy filled with diverse characters, sweet romances, and whimsical magic. In "Time Dancers," Calina's one wish is to marry a young, handsome prince, but her father has other ideas. She feels further insulted when her husband-to-be gives her a magic mirror that shows a vision of herself waltzing with the prince of her dreams. As hopeless as her situation seems, both the mirror and a unique crystal ring will help her find true love.In "Silver Prince," Catina dares to enter the Dark Wood against her brother's warnings. Instead of danger, she meets Hadyn, Alpha of the Wolfsbane people. Through him, she will discover love, but also the truth behind years of lies and twisted legends. What will she do with that truth when she is forced to choose between her brother and her new love? In "Sisters of the Rings," Calista and Shara are the only two Iceans in the entire Spaniño Isle, possibly in the entire world. When their kingdoms fall under siege, both princesses are forced to flee their homes. They meet each other, only to discover that they are linked by their crystal rings. That link, more powerful than either of them could have ever imagined, drives them toward an even greater quest. *Twenty-five percent of all profits from this book goes to ALFA, a charity helping adults with autism in Southern Illinois live fuller and more abundant lives.*What Readers Are Saying About The Crystal Rings“I enjoyed reading this book. It was well worth my time. I've read another book by this author and and I really liked it, too. I would recommend any of her books.”~ Anne M. Stalker, Amazon“The three short stories were fantastic. I am not into love stories typically, however, the author does such a good job of telling her story that you do not get hung up on the love in the story. I am hooked and now I need to read some more of her writing.” ~ Steven R. Burke, Amazon“I found this to be a completely enjoyable collection of stories that I would have LOVED to read as a young adult. They are full of fantasy and light romance and good values, but not so preachy that you get annoyed. Based on these I would love to read more of the author's work, which is a great complement.” ~ Kristen Morris, Goodreads“Christine E. Schulze has such a magical way with words that will leave you remembering her stories and longing to read more from her.”~ Alegna, Goodreads“This is such an enjoyable read, brought back memories of how much I enjoyed reading fables and fairy tales. Each story in this book is wonderful by itself, but together weave a fascinating story of good overcoming evil. I look forward to reading more from this author.” ~ Cathleen, Goodreads

In the village of Huanan, in medieval China, the deity that rules is the Great Huli Jing. Though twelve-year-old Li Jing's name is a different character entirely from the Huli Jing, the sound is close enough to provide constant teasing-but maybe is also a source of greater destiny and power. Jing's life isn't easy. Her father is a poor tea farmer, and her family has come to the conclusion that in order for everyone to survive, Jing must be sacrificed for the common good. She is sold as a bride to the Koh family, where she will be the wife and nursemaid to their three-year-old son, Ju'nan. It's not fair, and Jing feels this bitterly, especially when she is treated poorly by the Koh's, and sold yet again into a worse situation that leads Jing to believe her only option is to run away, and find home again. With the help of a spider who weaves Jing a means to escape, and a nightingale who helps her find her way, Jing embarks on a quest back to Huanan--and to herself.

Three stories. Four princesses. Yet all are bound by the fate of two crystal rings in this Christian fantasy book filled with diverse characters, sweet romances, and magic. In "Time Dancers," Calina's one wish as she turns "of age" is to marry a young, handsome prince. But her father soon reveals her betrothed as a king twice her age. She is further insulted when her husband-to-be gives her a magic mirror, inside of which she watches a vision of herself waltzing with a young, handsome prince every night. However, through the mirror and the aid of a unique crystal ring, she will discover true love.In "Silver Prince," Catina dares to enter the Dark Wood against her brother's warnings. Instead of danger, she meets Hadyn, Alpha of the Wolfsbane people. Through him, she will discover love, but also the truth behind years of lies and twisted legends. What will she do with that truth when she is forced to choose between her brother and her new love?Finally, in "Sisters of the Rings," Calista and Shara are the only two Iceans in the entire Spaniño Isle, possibly in the entire world. When their kingdoms fall under siege, both princesses are forced to flee their Spaniño homes. They meet each other, only to discover that they are linked by the crystal rings given them by their adoptive parents, and that this link is more powerful than either of them ever could have imagined.Revel in the magic and romance found in the adventures of these four princesses and discover how they are all bound together by The Crystal Rings.What Readers Are Saying“I enjoyed reading this book. It was well worth my time. I've read another book by this author and and I really liked it, too. I would recommend any of her books.”~ Anne M. Stalker, Amazon“The three short stories were fantastic. I am not into love stories typically, however, the author does such a good job of telling her story that you do not get hung up on the love in the story. I am hooked and now I need to read some more of her writing.”~ Steven R. Burke, Amazon“I found this to be a completely enjoyable collection of stories that I would have LOVED to read as a young adult. They are full of fantasy and light romance and good values, but not so preachy that you get annoyed. Based on these I would love to read more of the author's work, which is a great complement.”~ Kristen Morris, Goodreads“Christine E. Schulze has such a magical way with words that will leave you remembering her stories and longing to read more from her.”~ Alegna, Goodreads“This is such an enjoyable read, brought back memories of how much I enjoyed reading fables and fairy tales. Each story in this book is wonderful by itself, but together weave a fascinating story of good overcoming evil. I look forward to reading more from this author.”~ Cathleen, Goodreads

I’m Matt – the most ordinary boy you’ll ever meet. Except, that’s not true. I’m the most EXTRAORDINARY boy you’ll ever meet. I can read minds! No, I really can! I was given this weird crystal by an old lady I knew. And I was having a BLAST, listening in on all my friends’ – and teachers’ – thoughts, until one day I overheard a truly EVIL plot. Then I knew I had to try to use its power for something important – to save a life…-- ‘PETE JOHNSON is a master storyteller’ The Bookseller

This short story was written by Bram Stoker the world famous author of Dracula. It is the story of a young artist who is taken away from his wife and forced to create works of art for a king who wants to have a great feast in his castle. With the promise of freedom so that he can return to his beloved he puts everything he has into creating a perfect vase of crystal. His greatest achievement turns to tragedy when he dies immediately after finishing it. The king risks bringing an equal tragedy on himself when he goes ahead and puts the vase, along with the dead body of its creator, on display at the feast.

The Snow Sisters’ quest to save the Everchanging Lights continues in this magical chapter book perfect for fans of Disney’s Frozen and of Snow and Rose!The Snow Sisters have bested the evil Shadow Witch once before, but the fight to keep their kingdom from plunging into darkness is far from over. On their second quest, the princesses face a dark, icy journey to find the blue Everchanging Light and the enchanted crystal rose. Will their magic be strong enough to overcome the Great Glacier and all the dangers hidden there?

The Snow Sisters’ quest to save the Everchanging Lights continues in this magical chapter book perfect for fans of Disney’s Frozen and of Snow and Rose!The Snow Sisters have bested the evil Shadow Witch once before, but the fight to keep their kingdom from plunging into darkness is far from over. On their second quest, the princesses face a dark, icy journey to find the blue Everchanging Light and the enchanted crystal rose. Will their magic be strong enough to overcome the Great Glacier and all the dangers hidden there?