"The Hawaiian Quilt"
by Wanda E. Brunstetter
& Jean Brunstetter
Review & Giveaway!
Review & Giveaway!
Description
Biography
Wanda Brunstetter is an award-winning romance novelist who has led millions of readers to lose their heart in the Amish life. She is the author of over 70 books with more than 9 million copies sold. Many of her books have landed on the top bestseller lists, including the New York Times, USA Today, Publisher's Weekly, CBA, ECPA, and CBD. Wanda is considered one of the founders of the Amish fiction genre, and her work has been covered by national publications, including Time Magazine and USA Today.
My thoughts~
Mandy Frey and 3 Amish girlfriends take a cruise to the Hawaiian Islands while still in their traditional running around years. Their plan was to return and join the Amish church, with Mandy possibly marrying her boyfriend, Gideon. Armed with nontraditional items such as cell phones and cameras the girls enjoy Hawaii until Mandy and her travel partner miss their cruise ship, and become stranded on the island of Kauai.
I found this to be a very different style from Ms. Brunstetter's previous books. The characters were somewhat shallow and the book moved somewhat slowly for me until the last few chapters. I had expected the Hawaiian quilt to be a strong feature in this story, but it was a minor detail compared to the rest of the story line. I enjoyed the book except for the minor details. Wanda Brunstetter still remains a favorite Amish storyteller.
Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book from the publisher. A favorable review was not required and all views expressed are my own No monetary compensation was received for this review.
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Nancee, I love your blog and reading your book reviews! This book is on my Christmas List. Sounds like a great book. I hope to meet Wanda someday, I hear she is lovely. Thank you for a great review!
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I read a lot of Brunstetter books and thought this one would be quite different. I don't think I've ever read an Amish book that included a trip to Hawaii. I'm anxious to give it a try. Thanks for the change to win it. caseowens(at)juno(dot)com
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ReplyDeleteThank you for a wonderful review. Sounds like a good one! mauback55 @ gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteThank you for your honest review. I'm from Indiana and have visited Hawaii and that alone makes me want to read The Hawaiian Quilt. I also love all Wanda Brunstetter books I have many. Thanks for the opportunity to win carlaganell(at)yahoo(dot)com
ReplyDeleteThank you for your honest review. I'm from Indiana and have visited Hawaii and that alone makes me want to read The Hawaiian Quilt. I also love all Wanda Brunstetter books I have many. Thanks for the opportunity to win carlaganell(at)yahoo(dot)com
ReplyDeleteI've read and enjoyed a number of Wanda's books! One set in Hawaii would be different :-) Thank you for the chance to win a copy. I've shared this both on my FB page and Twitter!
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Wanda Brunstetter is a very good Amish story telle. I love the Amish books by all. Thank You for this giveaway.
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I enjoy Amish books. Great giveaway.
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I love any Amish books written by numerous authors. Thanks for the giveaway.
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Amish fiction is my favorite genre to read. The Hawaii setting sounds wonderful. I would love to read Wanda's book and thanks for your honest review.
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I follow your blog by e-mail. Thanks for this review and giveaway. I love reading Amish fiction although I don't recall reading one before where the characters visited Hawaii. I shared this on twitter. d[dot]brookmyer[at]yahoo[dot]com
ReplyDeleteDonna, your name was randomly selected as the winner of my contest. You have won a copy of The Hawaiian Quilt by Wanda Brunsettter! CONGRATULATIONS!
DeleteI enjoy reading your blog and this review. I read all of Wanda, and Jean, Brunstetter's books. Even though the setting was in Hawaii I, myself, enjoyed this book.
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