Binding Spell
by Elizabeth Arthur
This is a book that I read over 10 years ago. For some reason, I thought it was a great book and left it on my shelf to reread at some point. Well, I actually did reread it and I cannot figure out why I thought it was so good. There must have been a reason, but after rereading it, I sure can't think of one. It wasn't great and it wasn't awful... just mediocre. Definitely NOT a great read. I'm passing it on to the library. Perhaps someone else will enjoy it more than I did this time.
American Tapestry
by Rachel L. Swarns
I listened to the audio version of American Tapestry and really enjoyed it. It explored Michelle Obama's genealogical history, which I found fascinating. Some reviewers have mentioned that it was hard to follow at times, but I didn't find that to be true at all. Perhaps it was because I was listening to the audio version. In any event, I found the book both interesting and inspirational. After discovering Family Finder through this book, I decided to have my own DNA tested. I'm hoping to find answers to questions that no one in the family has been able to answer. Like Michelle Obama, I'm prepared for whatever the testing reveals. Definitely a good listen!
Needlecraft Mysteries
by Monica Ferris
- Crewel World #1
- Framed in Lace #2
- A Stitch in Time #3
- Cutwork #7
I'm grouping all of these mysteries together because they all fall into a similar category and pattern. If you like needlework and mysteries, you will certainly like this series. Each mystery includes a pattern of some kind and many needlework hints woven into the story. The setting is Lake Minnetonka in Excelsior, Minnesota. I'm not sure if it actually exists, but Monica Ferris' characters bring the setting to life. There are usually no surprises. You'll be able to figure out "who done it" if you follow the clues. All are enjoyable, cozy mysteries!
