Swept Away

A true story of gemology, Katrina, community and purpose — by Anne Dale

Available on Amazon  |  Endorsed by Oliver North  |  By Anne Dale of Mandeville, Louisiana

About The Book

AWARD WINNING JEWELER  |  TRUE STORIES  |  LOUISIANA LIFE

Swept Away is Anne Dale’s collection of true stories about the people, storms and places that have shaped her life and her jewelry designs. From a blind broom salesman who knocked on her door as a child to the discovery of LaPearlite — Louisiana’s Official State Gemstone — the book takes you behind the scenes of the jewelry industry while sweeping you up in adventure, community and purpose.

The book’s endearing vignettes are uplifting, entertaining and deeply rooted in the culture of Louisiana and New Orleans. Oliver North called it a must-read.

A story that will sweep you away.

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Meet The Author

GIA CERTIFIED GEMOLOGIST  |  MANDEVILLE, LOUISIANA

Anne Dale is a GIA Graduate Gemologist, Fellow of the Gemological Association of Great Britain, discoverer of LaPearlite — Louisiana’s Official State Gemstone — and co-owner of Anne Dale Jewelers in Mandeville, Louisiana since 1983. Swept Away is her first book.