I read this book last week and enjoyed every page of it. I was drawn into the story of the women of a community in Kansas during the depression of the 1930s, women who connected through their common love of quilting. The social hierarchy and the way each of the women had their own speciality food which they prepared for their group meetings rang a few bells within groups I have been involved with! The community is so tightly knit that even the most dreadful secret is kept despite a newcomer trying to find out the truth about events. The poverty experienced by some was dealt with very well, emphasising the pride felt by those who had to do without and the support provided by those who were in a position to offer help.
I would definitely read more by this author, I liked her style of writing and found that it suited the subject matter really well. Despite not all in this book being bright and cheery it left me with a warm feeling that humanity is essentially good.
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Nice review -- this sounds like something I would like. I've heard good things about Dallas.
ReplyDeleteI read her Chili Queen last year and enjoyed it. I might have to try this one, too!
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