The author acknowledges with gratitude those readers who have shared their thoughts and feelings about Song of Turand. Below are some of the comments that have been received:
"A friend of mine loaned me this book and I will be forever grateful for her doing so. The book kept me intrigued throughout the entire reading." The author's "creativity is wonderful as well as the expression of undying love of country, God, husband and, in general, all of mankind." B.A.J., Ohio
"I was skeptical...thought this book would be so unrealistic and far out that probably would not like it. I was wrong!" The author "has used all the spectrums of love that I could think of, the ultimate being loving someone so much you sacrifice for their freedom. She shows us that things really are not what they seem sometimes. We need more information before arriving at conclusions. Unfortunately, I was only allowed to rate this book with five stars. If more stars were offered, I would have used them." C.R., Tennessee
"This is the beautiful love story of two people brought together by very unusual circumstances. ..in spite of intrigue, treachery and civil war, their love, once discovered, never wavers. Enhancing this are the ingredients of mysticism and spirituality. This is a book so vividly described, one feels part of it and wants to hurry to the end to see what happens and, having done so, feels at a loss because there is no more." P.E., England
"I have read this book three times. Each time I have picked up this book, I could not stop. This author writes with intense passion and love, for faith, for a better world. I wish that this book would be translated into more languages to allow all the people to read this fascinating Song of Turand. The strength of this author, the perspective of facts and how to bring them to us makes this book a unique one. " A.M., Portugal
"This was a beautiful love story, written descriptively and with an historical flare for words. I was soon caught up in the book and could hardly put it down. The love story was interwoven with acts of aggression and war and kept me interested from start to finish. I especially enjoyed the characters in the book - they were real, showing a range of emotions. I felt real empathy for some of the situations they found themselves in. I hope Ms. Valencia will make this into a series of books that I can look forward to reading long into the future." NANALDH, Ohio
"Never thought I'd read a book that starts like a romance novel. Never thought I'd write a book review. I read this because a fried asked me to tell her what I thought. Well, I started to get interested in the story and the next thing I knew I was halfway through the book. There's something unique in this story. It reaches out to get you when you least expect it. I hope the subtitle Legends of Turand: Opening Aria means there's more to come. I especially enjoy the spiritual, mystical side. Maybe the book is touched by something beyond what I can feel and touch." A Reader, Ohio
"I thought I was snuggling down to read a nice romance story. I should have had a clue when I read the poem that starts the 1st part. By the time I'd read almost half the book (in one sitting!) I was caught up in tthe story but couldn't figure out why. When I finished, I felt strange. Yes, there was the romance I'd been looking for. There was also something else. A couple of days later, I just had to go back to look for the something else. Now I know. This is a book that carries messages. It has its own special ways, especially with all that's going on in the world. It's almost as if the author saw in advance some of our current problems before they happened. This book touched my spirit like nothing I've read in ages. This book is well worth reading. I read it and I'm reading it again." A Reader, U.S.A.
"Love stories come in many forms...The author's use of vivid imagery makes this novel a joy to read. The title leads us to believe that there is more to come. I for one will have a difficult time waiting."K.F., Ohio
"One reading is not enough! This book grabs you and never lets go. Its characters are interesting and colorful. You learn enough about them that you empathize with them and understand their decisions. It's hard to explain the effect this has on you from the start. You are reluctant to put it down. You hurry along to find out what happens. When you reach the end, you find yourself disappointed because you want more! It is about love between men and women, and love of people for their country. Yet it speaks to something within you and each reading has you pondering even deeper thoughts." A.F.
"A truly inspiration book! I found Song of Turand to be a very beautifully written, thought-provoking, inspirational and entertaining book. It reminds us that there are two sides to every story; that assumptions are often wrong; that forgiveness is vital; that faith is a very important part of everyday life and that is is important to trust that faith. I found everyday interruptions to my reading were an rritation because I did not want to put the book down. The author writes in a pictuersque fashion so that the reader is able to put themselves 'there'...I strongly recommend this book." J.T.
"This was a very good read although it's not the kind of book I normally read. It has something for everyone, adventure, romance and a mystical quality." A reviewer
"A must read novel. Song of Turand is a beautiful love story that is full of surprises. It inspires courange to the readers and draws them right into the heart of the action. It is both sensational and inspirational." A.W.
"Part fantasy, part romance, part adventure, this expansive first novel of author Sandra Valencia takes you on your own adventure through vivid imagery and startling prose. Eerily, some of what she writes in this story parallels many events happening now." Barnes & Noble, Dec., 2001