Suggested Age: 13+
Genre:Amish Fiction, Christian Fiction
This is the first book that I've read in this series but it doesn't really seem necessary to have read the others. I'm usually a fan of Brunstetter but holy moly...this book switches point of view so often that I had a hard time following it. There were thirteen, in fact. Yes, you read that right...thirteen different perspectives! The minute that I started connecting with a character, it would switch to another person's point of view. It was a cute idea but I am not very fond of the delivery.
Their class ends up attracting six unique people, each with their own set of problems. For some it is physical ailments and for others it is financial or emotional baggage. So, not only are these individuals learning to quilt—they’re also sorting through complex thoughts and emotions.
Emma and Lamar are very likable characters who have witty responses and genuine human response. Emma is a nurturing character who helps to guide her quilting students through murky waters. She is a source of godly wisdom and I would have liked to have connected with her on a deeper level. The frequent point-of-view switch kept me from bonding with her as much as I’d have liked.
Overall, the story is okay. I’ve read worse and I have read better. It was a pretty quick read but it was not one of Brunstetter’s best works.
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