Take a photo of a barcode or cover
3.64 AVERAGE
3.64 AVERAGE
This book basically teaches us that it’s OK to murder someone as long as we can oddly justify it and falsely accuse a vulnerable member of society who has no voice in the narrative. Hard pass.
I get why this book was well loved 25 years ago, but we’ve learned too much since then. The elitist characters in the book are frustrating and share no real struggle outside of the gossip they create amongst themselves and some caricature-like health issues. The story gains momentum when two of the characters experience a sexual assault, but follow up events lack substance and empathy for the victims.
The only character with any depth is Ella, the victim of domestic abuse who the women of the group ultimately gather behind. It’s a sweet concept, but definitely doesn’t age well.
I get why this book was well loved 25 years ago, but we’ve learned too much since then. The elitist characters in the book are frustrating and share no real struggle outside of the gossip they create amongst themselves and some caricature-like health issues. The story gains momentum when two of the characters experience a sexual assault, but follow up events lack substance and empathy for the victims.
The only character with any depth is Ella, the victim of domestic abuse who the women of the group ultimately gather behind. It’s a sweet concept, but definitely doesn’t age well.
I just liked this one. It isn't very long & it might even be hokey, but I love the quilting & I love the idea of a town where being the cream of society means you have indoor plumbing.
I love Sandra Dallas books! Easy reading and always a good story!
Great story and book discussion. I look forward to reading more by Sandra Dallas.
The characters portrayed in this book made me giggle and laugh out loud. I enjoyed the setting (1930s Kansas farm community) and the light mystery. Recommended.