Back on Blossom Street
by Debbie Macomber
Ontario: MIRABooks, 2007.
393 pages
ISBN: 978-0-7783-2451-5
Summary:
After abruptly leaving her professional career due to a quick affair
with her boss and her questioning the authenticity of her his import business,
Colette Black becomes the fifth addition of shop owner Lisa Goetz’s prayer
shawl knitting class in a revitalized area of Seattle; the small group share and give encouragement
to balance the anxiety of their problems: local shoptalk, a cancer recovery, a
new blended family, several aging relatives, overblown wedding plans, an
emotional carjacking incident, and an unexpected welcome.
Series Information:
This is the fourth book of the Blossom
Street Novels series. The first book of the series is The Shop on Blossom Street. There are 10 books in this series.
Genre: Gentle
Reads, Romance
Characteristics:
The prologue is titled “Knit Triangular Prayer Shawl”, a knitted lace
pattern. The chapters head with inspirational
quotes about knitting that lean towards philosophy of living and followed by character
viewpoint scene transitions of the prayer shawl knit class participants. The weekly
discussion of their stormy lives unravel like the yarn they use; the optimism
of Lisa and her cautious sister, Margaret, help to create a haven where possible
creative solutions to everyday problems can be resolved thus making for lasting
relationships in this connected small community. The mood is upbeat and reassuring which makes
this novel a Gentle Read. The storyline focuses on relationships rather than
dramatic pacing (Saricks, 2009, 95). This book is also considered a Romance;
Colette finds love in this story which results in a happy ending for readers.
References
Saricks,
J.G. (2009). The readers’ advisory guide
to genre fiction. 2nd ed. Chicago: American Library Association.
Appeals:
- Long-lasting female friendships
- Pacific Northwest/Seattle setting
- Knitting enthusiasts
Read-a-Likes:
Novelist:
- The Quilter’s Apprentice by Jennifer Chiaverini
- Firefly Lane by Kristin Hannah
- At Home in Milford by Jan Karen
- Wedding Ring by Emilie Richards
- Stealing Home by Sherryl Woods
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