| Sarah's Quilt: A Novel of Sarah Agnes Prine and the Arizona Territories, 1906 | 
 enlarge | Author: Nancy E. Turner
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:   (17 reviews)
Sales Rank: 12433
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 432
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 8.1 x 5.5 x 1
ISBN: 0312332637
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.54
EAN: 9780312332631
ASIN: 0312332637
Publication Date: August 22, 2006
Release Date: August 22, 2006
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Product Description
In These Is My Words, Sarah Agnes Prine told the spellbinding story of an extraordinary pioneer woman and her struggle to make a home in the Arizona Territories. Now, in this mesmerizing sequel, a three-year drought has made Sarah desperate for water. And just when it seems that life couldn't get worse,she learns that her brother and his family are trapped in the Great San Francisco Earthquake. A heartwarming blend of stubbornness and compassion, Sarah Agnes Prine will once again capture the hearts of readers everywhere.
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 A little disappointing October 27, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
After falling in love with the characters in These Is My Words, I couldn't wait to read more about them in Sarah's Quilt. Unfortunately, this second book didn't have near the depth of the first. Even though this one is not quite the epic tale as the first book was, and understandably isn't as grand, there just wasn't the same characterization and involvement. I didn't feel as connected to the characters, and they didn't seem to grow and change like they did in "These..."
Also, I'm still left wondering why it's titled, "Sarah's Quilt." The quilt was hardly a part of the story. It's as if the author picked the title first, then wrote the book and threw in a few things about the quilt at the end.
Although, it did sate my appetite for more about Sarah Prine and her family, overall it was a little disappointing.
 Sarah's Quilt September 22, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
After reading "These is my Words" I couldn't wait to read this book. I wasn't disappointed. If possible it is even better than the first one. Sarah is a very tough woman. The experiences and hardships she endures are unbelievable but she comes through it all. It is so well written you actually feel what she is going through. As it is based on the author's own family history, it is thoroughly believable fiction. Please Nancy Turner lets have another follow up book soon.
Very Easy December 31, 2007
I didn't even give it much thought, it was so easy. I ordered the book for a Christmas gift and it got to my house in a very timely manner. I would definetely order more books from this person.
Just as good as These is My Words December 15, 2007
I hated to finish this book, yet I was compelled to so I could see if Sarah and Udell got together. I won't 'spill the beans' in this review so you avid readers don't have to worry.
The book is well written and captivating. The storyline is excellent and gives you a greater appreciation for our ancestors and their trials.
I would highly recommend this book!
a truly satisfying sequel September 18, 2007
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I approached Sarah's Quilt with some hesitation as so often sequels just don't live up to the anticipation of the first book's enjoyment. Sarah's Quilt, however, did not disappoint. The characters of the story are so fleshed out in such subtle ways, I feel as if I have come to know and love these people. The plot is, like life itself, a bit disjointed, and takes a while to get started. Certain matters occupy Sarah's mind more than others at times, but all the storylines ultimately are resolved.
I think this book had particular meaning for me because my second son recently left home for college. With two children away, and only one left at home, I felt many of Sarah's difficulties in how to resolve being a good mother to "children" who are growing up so fast, how to care for an older mother, and questions where life is heading. I am not sure if I had read this novel when I was younger (and by "younger" I mean ten years ago) if it would have had the same impact for me. It was comforting to know that the concerns of a pioneer woman over one hundred years ago can still resonate with a middle-aged woman in 2007.
Read this book if you like historical American fiction, especially involving a strong, independent woman as main character. Also, if you like reading stories where hearth and home are considered something worth fighting for.
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