The Ruby Notebook is memorable for its devotion to often forsaken pigeons.

Zeeta and the fantome mystery go on way too long,
but the scary Celtic Sacred Waters mystery excitement makes up for long lulls.

As well there is the promise of renewed romance!

And readers get a wonderfully improbable ending! ( )

Wendell and Zeeta agree to help an old couple find a fountain of youth guarded by a secret group of Celtic gypsies, and find themselves drawn into a mystery that has eluded searchers for centuries. It is filled with French phrases and descriptions of France, which would be excellent to use with a French class. Also has great insight into Celtic myths. ( )

The middle book of a trilogy seems more often than not to be the weakest book. I was not in love with this one. I figured out the mystery in pretty short order, and found the whole father subplot more than a little silly. Once again, Resau's characters were a delight- and I'm willing to forgive much when this is the case. One cares about these people. A lot. Resau writes well enough that even the pigeons become strong, memorable characters. 3.5 ( )

Reviewed by Monica Sheffo for TeensReadToo.com

Laura Resau shines again with this stunning sequel to the captivating novel THE INDIGO NOTEBOOK.

Zeeta's back and on another exciting adventure, this time in France! Aix-en-Provence is just like a fairy tale, and with her boyfriend, Wendell, coming to visit for the summer, life seems just about perfect.

But when a mysterious CD from a secret admirer ends up in her bag at a marketplace, she is determined to find out his identity. Unfortunately, the fantome and his gifts are the least of her problems, as Zeeta finds herself falling for fellow wanderer, Jean-Claude.

Will her relationship with Wendell last, or is she destined to be with Jean-Claude? Her fantome isn't the only mystery on her mind, though. She soon finds herself on a hunt for the legendary Fountain of Youth. Can Zeeta find an answer to all of her questions? Only time will tell.

Laura Resau has created another captivating tale with heart and insight! You'll fall back in love with Zeeta and find yourself cheering her on as she struggles to adjust to a new country, new friends, and possibly a new love.

For both fans of THE INDIGO NOTEBOOK and newcomers alike, THE RUBY NOTEBOOK won't disappoint. ( )