“The Giving Quilt”. I
can’t think of a more appropriate name for this book written by
Jennifer Chiaverini.
I had the opportunity to review Ms Chiaverini’s latest
novel, carrying me through to another segment of the Elm Creek Quilters. I’ve read several of the previous books, and
found this one to be equally enchanting.
Admitting that I was totally captivated with “The Giving
Quilt” would be a little bit of an
understatement. Becoming reacquainted with
Sylvia Bergstrom and the Elm Creek Quilters was like reuniting with old
friends. Even reminiscing about the
quilt teachers that have moved on, it felt like I just walked in the back door,
poured a cup of coffee, and picked up where we left off..
The ladies that we meet at this Quiltsgiving retreat each have a
fascinating story to share. Most of them
teachers in their own way, having shared their love of quilting, books,
athletics, and children, yet each one walking through a painful highway leading
up to the entrance of the stately Manor where the quilt retreats are held. In
many ways, it was real life played out as each of these strong women waged a
battle overcoming what appears to be insurmountable odds. Do they all overcome these odds? I think you need to read “The Giving Quilt”
to find out for yourself.
What I enjoy most about Ms. Chiaverini’s books is her ability
to draw you into the lives of her characters.
In many ways, it’s as if she has walked in their very shoes. But that is what all good writers are supposed to do,
right?
As a bonus, Plume books has offered to share two copies of
The Giving Quilt with my readers. They
are including quilt pins representing the last three Elm Creek Quilters novels
in this prize giveaway. If you would love to read this book please tell me if there is a Project Linus in your area. One comment per person. I will leave this
giveaway open for one week. And be sure
that I have a way to contact you. If you
are a no-reply blogger, please leave your email address. If there is no way to contact you, I will
draw another name.
In any case, I’d encourage you to obtain a copy of The
Giving Quilt to add to your library.
There is nothing like sitting down with old friends.
Except when we make new ones.