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“Reader to reader, knitter to knitter: You’re going to love this book.”—Debbie Macomber
For fans of Jennifer Chiaverini and Sarah Addison Allen, is an enchanting novel about the bonds between sisters, the indelible pull of the past, and the transformational power of love.
The Van Ripper women have been the talk of Tarrytown, New York, for … women have been the talk of Tarrytown, New York, for centuries. Some say they’re angels; some say they’re crooks. In their tumbledown “Stitchery,” not far from the stomping grounds of the legendary Headless Horseman, the Van Ripper sisters — Aubrey, Bitty, and Meggie — are said to knit people’s most ardent wishes into beautiful scarves and mittens, granting them health, success, or even a blossoming romance. But for the magic to work, sacrifices must be made — and no one knows that better than the Van Rippers.
When the Stitchery matriarch, Mariah, dies, she leaves the yarn shop to her three nieces. Aubrey, shy and reliable, has dedicated her life to weaving spells for the community, though her sisters have long stayed away. Bitty, pragmatic and persistent, has always been skeptical of magic and wants her children to have a normal, nonmagical life. Meggie, restless and free-spirited, follows her own set of rules. Now, after Mariah’s death forces a reunion, the sisters must reassess the state of their lives even as they decide the fate of the Stitchery. But their relationships with one another — and their beliefs in magic — are put to the test. Will the threads hold?
BONUS: This edition includes an excerpt from Lisa Van Allen’s The Night Garden.
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An okay book, a little long winded.
I don’t normally read these types of books. But at the time it was what I needed to get through the day. I enjoyed it. No heavy thinking involved. Just a nice simple read.
I had so much fun with this story
Interesting and inspiring
In general, I like this author. I reserve my five stars to more serious non-fictional readings but if you want sweet read that will enliven your spirit, then pick this one up!
Not what I usually read but was pulled into the story right away. The characters were interesting and captivating. Loved everything about this book.
Good writing,
I so wanted this book to take off…it didn’t. The idea was there for a great story but it just plodded along and the ending was a let down for me.
Nice little read. I liked the original thought of a magic yarn shop.
Enjoyable read
I enjoyed the story and liked the reality that magic isn’t always a reliable solution. It in fact may answer your desires with a twist.
Loved this story of a family of sisters and their legacy of knitting magic.
This is so much like practical magic in the way you feel while reading it. It was lovely.
Thought provoking
With just a hint of magic The Stitchery’s women knit up the cares of their little community. Do their knitted spells always work? Maybe not. Or maybe they work in mysterious ways. A delightful read.
The characters never developed enough for me to care about them or their situations.
Easy to read. Entertaining.