I can't say I loved this one. I had to renew it twice before I finished it. It is particularly violent--the story surrounds the apparant murder/suicide of an abusive husband and his wife. I'd love to know if anyone else has read this one. I'm not 100% sure I understand what happend at the end...
I also got Martha's new Encyclopedia of Sewing and Fabric Crafts from the library. This is one I'll be adding to my permanent collection.
"Encyclopedia" is a bit of a misnomer, but it is a good resource and it has tons of simple projects (the embroidered letter sampler and vintage handkerchief quilt caught my eye). I think it would make a nice addition to your bookshelf if you're a crafty sort of person. (And if you're a crafty sort of person who is also my mother, don't buy this for yourself.)
I have not heard of that first author before. The next book up on my nightstand is Little Bee. I've heard it's good.
ReplyDeleteI should get that embroidery class together!
YESSSSSSS!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHaven't read this book, but now I'm intrigued. Leah, I read Little Bee. Really interesting book, but I didn't like the way it ended. Just so you know. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for the warning!
ReplyDeleteYes, Leah, get on your classes!!!
ReplyDeleteI actually finished Secrets of Eden about 2 weeks ago. I love Midwives which is why I picked up his new one. I am ambivalent about this one. Neither loved it or hated it. The angel chick was a bit too far out there for me.
ReplyDeleteE-mail me if you want more clarification about the ending. I would hate to spoil it for anyone reading your comments. :)