cozylittlebrownhouse's review against another edition
3.0
Wow, did this book just OOZE cheese. I enjoyed learning about quilting, as I have a fascination with reading about crafting of any sort, but it was difficult for me to relate to the terminology and quilting designs featured in the story.
The main character, Sarah, moves to a new town with her husband Matt and quickly falls into a "job" (I use that term loosely) and a quilting group that both enable her quick and fabulous friendships. Her chats with her employer were probably the worst part of the book for me - while the author used these visits to tie the past to current town events, the segues were just horrific and I found myself laughing like I do with the ones used on newscasts.
This book was a cozy mystery without the mystery. I upgraded my rating to a 2.5 because I am willing to give book two a shot to see where the story goes. If you're looking for something heartwarming and easy to read, this might be the book series for you.
The main character, Sarah, moves to a new town with her husband Matt and quickly falls into a "job" (I use that term loosely) and a quilting group that both enable her quick and fabulous friendships. Her chats with her employer were probably the worst part of the book for me - while the author used these visits to tie the past to current town events, the segues were just horrific and I found myself laughing like I do with the ones used on newscasts.
This book was a cozy mystery without the mystery. I upgraded my rating to a 2.5 because I am willing to give book two a shot to see where the story goes. If you're looking for something heartwarming and easy to read, this might be the book series for you.
platinumwarlock's review against another edition
4.0
Fun and enjoyable read - nice focus on friendships and families. Enjoyed the quilting part of the story too.
marilynmalloy's review against another edition
5.0
Simply loved it!!!
A great book to go with my love of quilting. Can't wait to start the second one - it's on hold waiting for me at the library already :) Pick it up tomorrow after work....
A great book to go with my love of quilting. Can't wait to start the second one - it's on hold waiting for me at the library already :) Pick it up tomorrow after work....
cheitman45's review against another edition
informative
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.0
ellingtonfeint's review against another edition
4.0
This was an unexpected book. It didn't start out reading like a well written book, but the storytelling and plot won me over. The characters were a little weak and Sarah was a little annoying, but I liked how it showed a character doesn't have to be either picture perfect, nor a passionate mess to make a story interesting. Sarah was just a little bit average, and pretty flawed, yet the story was still interesting. And I liked that juxtaposition. I don't know if I can enjoy as many books about quilting as this author seems to have written, but I enjoyed this one.
mleffert22's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
lizzybd's review
4.0
What a sweet book! As a quilter, I loved reading about different quilt blocks and stories behind patterns. I enjoyed the characters and watching how they evolved. Mrs. Compson was a character I enjoyed learning more and more about her and her life. Sarah and Matt were a sweet couple. All in all, an enjoyable book.
inspired's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
elligraydee's review against another edition
3.0
a simple story line about relatively boring characters, brought together by their love of quilting. I enjoyed the back story of Mrs Compson growing up and events leading to the demise of her family. The rest...hmmm. Main character Sarah is so lacking in dimension and there's only so much i can read about quilting stitches.