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The Quilt Chronicles #3
The Message on the Quilt
Return to historic Nebraska for the stunning conclusion to The Quilt Chronicles. When Emilie Rhodes convinces her newspaper editor father to assign her to interview the speakers at the 1890 Chautauqua series, she meets and falls in love with “The Man of Many Voices.” But Noah Shaw’s professional life is only one reason he’s in Nebraska. Noah is on a quest to find answers. . .but will a treasured quilt bear a message of brokenness—or hope and healing?
315 pages, Paperback
First published April 1, 2013
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Stephanie Grace Whitson
54 books341 followersA native of southern Illinois, Stephanie Grace Whitson has lived in Nebraska since 1975. She began what she calls "playing with imaginary friends" (writing fiction) when, as a result of teaching her four homeschooled children Nebraska history, she was personally encouraged and challenged by the lives of pioneer women in the West. Since her first book, Walks the Fire, was published in 1995, Stephanie's fiction titles have appeared on the ECPA bestseller list numerous times and been finalists for the Christy Award, the Inspirational Reader's Choice Award, and ForeWord Magazine's Book of the Year. Her first nonfiction work, How to Help a Grieving Friend, was released in 2005. In addition to serving in her local church and keeping up with two married children, two college students, and a high school senior, Stephanie enjoys motorcycle trips with her family and church friends. Her passionate interests in pioneer women's history, antique quilts, and French, Italian, and Hawaiian language and culture provide endless story-telling possibilities.
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April 28, 2018
Two heroines, decades apart in age struggle to make their way in an ever changing world.
While largely Emilie's story, the secondary plot involving Grace captivated me. I didn't know what to make of her at first and then, slowly, Whitson peels away layers until an astonishing story comes to light. Loved that unexpected gem in the midst of a 'young' love story.
And I say young because Emilie is eighteen. Full of ambition, with suffragette leanings. This is very much a coming of age story. Emilie strives for independence as she feels increasingly confined by parental restrictions. And like every mama in the late 1800s, Emilie's mother just wants her to settle down and marry (because, eighteen is on the verge of spinsterhood...snicker.)
A chance meeting with "The Man of Many Voices" may just be the answer to a mother's prayers. Noah's profession totally intrigues me...and has left me yearning for simpler times when people viewed poetry recitations and bible readings as lively entertainment.
And can I just say that the Chatautauqua campground angle totally fascinated me? Acres of parkland on the outskirts of the city with an impressive building called the Tabernacle which was used to host a variety of lecturers and musicians on a summer circuit (our hero Noah and his many voices being one of the most anticipated acts.) Love it when a historical fiction read inspires me to do my own after-story research!
A sweet summer romance is interrupted when family secrets are brought to light, threatening young love's future. A truly captivating read!
While largely Emilie's story, the secondary plot involving Grace captivated me. I didn't know what to make of her at first and then, slowly, Whitson peels away layers until an astonishing story comes to light. Loved that unexpected gem in the midst of a 'young' love story.
And I say young because Emilie is eighteen. Full of ambition, with suffragette leanings. This is very much a coming of age story. Emilie strives for independence as she feels increasingly confined by parental restrictions. And like every mama in the late 1800s, Emilie's mother just wants her to settle down and marry (because, eighteen is on the verge of spinsterhood...snicker.)
A chance meeting with "The Man of Many Voices" may just be the answer to a mother's prayers. Noah's profession totally intrigues me...and has left me yearning for simpler times when people viewed poetry recitations and bible readings as lively entertainment.
And can I just say that the Chatautauqua campground angle totally fascinated me? Acres of parkland on the outskirts of the city with an impressive building called the Tabernacle which was used to host a variety of lecturers and musicians on a summer circuit (our hero Noah and his many voices being one of the most anticipated acts.) Love it when a historical fiction read inspires me to do my own after-story research!
A sweet summer romance is interrupted when family secrets are brought to light, threatening young love's future. A truly captivating read!
April 2, 2020
Last of the quilt chronicles
Whitson never disappoints even if the stories are a little Hallmark movie style. She always has great characters and the wisdom of trusting God and she uses scriptures to back everything up. Plus I love quilts.
Whitson never disappoints even if the stories are a little Hallmark movie style. She always has great characters and the wisdom of trusting God and she uses scriptures to back everything up. Plus I love quilts.
June 20, 2016
Two time Christy Award finalist, Stephanie Grace Whitson, writes a pleasant Christian Fiction historical novel set in Nebraska in 1890. It was sweet. I liked the fact that people sinned but were forgiven. It was taken as a given that people are not perfect.
October 26, 2018
Emilie Rhodes wants nothing more that the opportunity to prove herself as a journalist. Her mother, and thus her editor in chief father, feel that pursuing more ladylike ventures is a better use of Emilie’s time. Will Emilie submit to their desires, or follow her calling, even if it means working for her father’s competing newspaper? Renowned orator, Noah Shaw has come to Beatrice, Nebraska to speak at the 1890 Chautauqua series. While there, might he be able to learn more about his family’s history from Colonel Josiah Barton? To add even more confusion, more difficult life choices, Emilie and Noah must sort through the feelings that are quickly developing between them.
Whitson’s readers will not only enjoy the story of her leading characters, but there is a cast of secondary characters whose stories hold their own charm. Ladora, Colonel Barton’s housekeeper, is a woman of God, a woman who loves reaching out to those in need. Grace, his estranged sister, separated herself from Josiah and from God a long time ago. Is it too late for her? The Colonel himself, what has changed his life, and will he welcome Grace when he returns home? The Spring sisters, Emilie’s cousins, add structure and laughter to her life, and a longing for family to Noah’s. Bert, Emilie’s lifelong friend, will he notice the young lady who seeks his attention, and will he accept Noah into their midst? I encourage you to read and enjoy Emilie and Noah’s story.
Whitson’s readers will not only enjoy the story of her leading characters, but there is a cast of secondary characters whose stories hold their own charm. Ladora, Colonel Barton’s housekeeper, is a woman of God, a woman who loves reaching out to those in need. Grace, his estranged sister, separated herself from Josiah and from God a long time ago. Is it too late for her? The Colonel himself, what has changed his life, and will he welcome Grace when he returns home? The Spring sisters, Emilie’s cousins, add structure and laughter to her life, and a longing for family to Noah’s. Bert, Emilie’s lifelong friend, will he notice the young lady who seeks his attention, and will he accept Noah into their midst? I encourage you to read and enjoy Emilie and Noah’s story.
January 2, 2020
This book started out rather slowly. I'll just say that the book as a whole had a lot of bad development and structure, but the story as a whole was quite sweet and lovely. Another issue I had with this is that the editing had too many screw-ups. A main character named Emilie often showed up as "Emily" when a few sentences earlier they spelled it how it was introduced. It happened in several places. If it weren't for these few issues, I would have easily rated this book higher.
Now, the plot for this book is pretty simple. A woman named Emilie has been writing for her father's newspaper for a women's section. She truly believes she should have more to write aimed towards everyone, not just the women. There are a few speakers planned to show up near where they live. She decides to set up interviewing each of them in a series under a pen-name.
Noah is another character who is a man with a darker complexion than most. He had been made fun of for it as a school boy. Now he is well known and liked for his dramatic acts and speeches he can recite. He loved his mom very much, but she died when he was young and he had never met his father. All he has of his mom is a quilt she left behind for him with a story about a trip she once took.
The two main characters meet one another and get along splendidly. Everyone around them notices.
I won't get into some of the rest of the story, as it may give details away, but what I shared is the focus...
Now, the plot for this book is pretty simple. A woman named Emilie has been writing for her father's newspaper for a women's section. She truly believes she should have more to write aimed towards everyone, not just the women. There are a few speakers planned to show up near where they live. She decides to set up interviewing each of them in a series under a pen-name.
Noah is another character who is a man with a darker complexion than most. He had been made fun of for it as a school boy. Now he is well known and liked for his dramatic acts and speeches he can recite. He loved his mom very much, but she died when he was young and he had never met his father. All he has of his mom is a quilt she left behind for him with a story about a trip she once took.
The two main characters meet one another and get along splendidly. Everyone around them notices.
I won't get into some of the rest of the story, as it may give details away, but what I shared is the focus...
January 1, 2020
Emilee Rhodes is an aspiring writer in an age when that avenue wasn't open to women. How Emilee works through this problem is entwined with conventional parents and family. Enter Noah Shaw, a traveling orator, enters the picture at a Chautauqua.... I had to look up what that was. You should look it up, too. Noah is looking for his history. Emilee is trying to follow her own path. The Barton family becomes the connecting link.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It kept me interested on a number of levels, a bit of history, a touch of romance, a little women's sufferage, and much more. When I reached the last 20 pages I couldn't imagine how all the issues would be resolved but they were.
Very well done. I need to get a few more of Whitson's books.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It kept me interested on a number of levels, a bit of history, a touch of romance, a little women's sufferage, and much more. When I reached the last 20 pages I couldn't imagine how all the issues would be resolved but they were.
Very well done. I need to get a few more of Whitson's books.
February 16, 2021
Even though this was my least favorite of the quilt chronicles I didn’t want to put it down. As usual there is a strong female character and and a vivid setting the author describes beautifully. I would like to have known more about the history of the lead male character.
January 5, 2019
As much as I enjoyed this book, I felt that the author ended the story quickly. I would have liked to learn more concerning Noah's parents.
May 13, 2019
Exceptional and enjoyable, historical and romantic, but most especially filled with the love of God's love.
September 11, 2019
Wonderful story! Great families. Inspiring message.
September 12, 2019
This series doesn't have characters from previous books so they can be read in any order.
April 28, 2020
Wonderful
I loved the story. I loved the references to God and Jesus. I have read 3 of her books now and all were well written and enjoyable.
I loved the story. I loved the references to God and Jesus. I have read 3 of her books now and all were well written and enjoyable.
July 8, 2021
This was an interesting read in that I really didn't understand the title. It didn't seem to have that much to do with the story. That said, it was still a good story and I enjoyed it.
February 14, 2022
Beautiful story that was wonderfully written. Very enjoyable.
May 28, 2022
Even if you're not a fan of Christian fiction, give this 3-book series a try and call it historical fiction!
September 7, 2022
Unremarkable.
October 28, 2022
Absolutely delightful!
January 2, 2023
Sweet story, though side characters took up too much space in the story. After dragging on for over 400 pages, the chapter contained an entire month of the story and therefore felt rushed.
October 17, 2023
I enjoyed this book. Learning about history through fiction is one of my favorite things to do. The characters were engaging, and I kept reading to find out what was going to happen to all of them.
March 20, 2018
SCCL LP Capac did not like this book as well as the other 2 in the series.
end of another series
end of another series
August 30, 2013
Friday, August 30, 2013
The Message on the Quilt ~*The Quilt Chronicles*~ by Stephanie Grace Whitson, ©2013
The Message On The Quilt
Book 3 in The Quilt Chronicles ~ Return to historic Nebraska for the stunning conclusion to The Quilt Chronicles. When Emilie Rhodes convinces her newspaper editor father to assign her to interview the speakers at the 1890 Chautauqua series, she meets and falls in love with "The Man of Many Voices." But Noah Shaw's professional life is only one reason he's in Nebraska. Noah is on a quest to find answers. . .but will a treasured quilt bear a message of brokenness--or hope and healing?
1890 Beatrice (Be-a-trice), Nebraska. Crossing the Big Blue River bridge, Emilie Rhodes and her three cousins go to the Chautauqua grounds to practice their music for the opening events on the Tabernacle stage. The four girls are going to rent their own tent this year rather than stay in their mothers' cottages. High adventure. It begins as Emily screams upon discovery of a seasonal cottage resident.
When the stranger rumbled that things were "all right," Emilie backpedaled away from him, nearly tripping off the edge of the porch. He reached out to catch her lest she fall. She waved him off and pointed at the open door. "S-s-snake."
The stranger stepped to the doorway and peered in. "It's just a bull snake."
--The Message on the Quilt, 52
Emilie and Mr. Noah Shaw meet.
Noah Shaw has come as an orator at the summer Chautauqua gathering. He also is wanting to find out about the stories embroidered in the quilt his mother had given him.
She dwelt among the untrodden ways
Beside the springs of Dove,
Maid whom there were none to praise
And very few to love:
A violet by a mossy stone
Half hidden from the eye!
---Fair as a star, when only one
Is shining in the sky.
She lived unknown, and few could know
When Lucy ceased to be;
But she is in her grave, and, oh,
The difference to me!
--William Wordsworth (1770-1850)
Emilie Jane has been a writer enjoying the craft and expression of events surrounding her. As she interviews and writes Ten for Ten of the speakers at this year's Chautauqua festivities, she uses the pseudonym E. J. Starr as her byline.
Father took them and glanced at the heading. "Ten for Ten?"
"Ten questions for ten speakers over the ten days of Chautauqua."
Father's eyebrows shot up. "That's a very good hook."
--Ibid., 107
Emilie Rhodes' father is Editor in Chief of the Beatrice Daily Dispatch newspaper. She is wanting to be acknowledged for her own writings.
I really cared about the story of this summer of discovery, especially Noah's. The supportive characters were really enjoyable and the activities that took place on these summer days. It was like traveling with the families and the community as they experienced the Chautauqua assembly, and by those coming by rail. Each book in this trilogy may be read as a stand-alone. I liked the involvement in each other's lives in these stories.
Stephanie Grace Whitson, bestselling author and two-time Christy finalist, pursues a full-time writing and speaking career from her home studio in southeast Nebraska. Her husband and blended family, her church, quilting, and Kitty--her motorcycle--all rank high on her list of "favorite things."
***Thank you to author Stephanie Grace Whitson for her series The Quilt Chronicles, and to Barbour Publishing for sending me a copy of the third book to read and review. No further compensation was received. I thoroughly enjoyed and recommend each one.***
The Message on the Quilt ~*The Quilt Chronicles*~ by Stephanie Grace Whitson, ©2013
The Message On The Quilt
Book 3 in The Quilt Chronicles ~ Return to historic Nebraska for the stunning conclusion to The Quilt Chronicles. When Emilie Rhodes convinces her newspaper editor father to assign her to interview the speakers at the 1890 Chautauqua series, she meets and falls in love with "The Man of Many Voices." But Noah Shaw's professional life is only one reason he's in Nebraska. Noah is on a quest to find answers. . .but will a treasured quilt bear a message of brokenness--or hope and healing?
1890 Beatrice (Be-a-trice), Nebraska. Crossing the Big Blue River bridge, Emilie Rhodes and her three cousins go to the Chautauqua grounds to practice their music for the opening events on the Tabernacle stage. The four girls are going to rent their own tent this year rather than stay in their mothers' cottages. High adventure. It begins as Emily screams upon discovery of a seasonal cottage resident.
When the stranger rumbled that things were "all right," Emilie backpedaled away from him, nearly tripping off the edge of the porch. He reached out to catch her lest she fall. She waved him off and pointed at the open door. "S-s-snake."
The stranger stepped to the doorway and peered in. "It's just a bull snake."
--The Message on the Quilt, 52
Emilie and Mr. Noah Shaw meet.
Noah Shaw has come as an orator at the summer Chautauqua gathering. He also is wanting to find out about the stories embroidered in the quilt his mother had given him.
She dwelt among the untrodden ways
Beside the springs of Dove,
Maid whom there were none to praise
And very few to love:
A violet by a mossy stone
Half hidden from the eye!
---Fair as a star, when only one
Is shining in the sky.
She lived unknown, and few could know
When Lucy ceased to be;
But she is in her grave, and, oh,
The difference to me!
--William Wordsworth (1770-1850)
Emilie Jane has been a writer enjoying the craft and expression of events surrounding her. As she interviews and writes Ten for Ten of the speakers at this year's Chautauqua festivities, she uses the pseudonym E. J. Starr as her byline.
Father took them and glanced at the heading. "Ten for Ten?"
"Ten questions for ten speakers over the ten days of Chautauqua."
Father's eyebrows shot up. "That's a very good hook."
--Ibid., 107
Emilie Rhodes' father is Editor in Chief of the Beatrice Daily Dispatch newspaper. She is wanting to be acknowledged for her own writings.
I really cared about the story of this summer of discovery, especially Noah's. The supportive characters were really enjoyable and the activities that took place on these summer days. It was like traveling with the families and the community as they experienced the Chautauqua assembly, and by those coming by rail. Each book in this trilogy may be read as a stand-alone. I liked the involvement in each other's lives in these stories.
Stephanie Grace Whitson, bestselling author and two-time Christy finalist, pursues a full-time writing and speaking career from her home studio in southeast Nebraska. Her husband and blended family, her church, quilting, and Kitty--her motorcycle--all rank high on her list of "favorite things."
***Thank you to author Stephanie Grace Whitson for her series The Quilt Chronicles, and to Barbour Publishing for sending me a copy of the third book to read and review. No further compensation was received. I thoroughly enjoyed and recommend each one.***
May 27, 2013
Stephanie Grace Whitson in her new book, “The Message on the Quilt” Book Three in The Quilt Chronicles published by Barbour Publishing, Inc. takes us into the life of Emilie Rhodes.
From the back cover: Unravel the message behind a treasured quilt…
Emilie Rhodes has been taught to think for herself. But thinking for herself soon leads her to want to write “real news”. Her newspaper editor father won’t hear of it and fires her. When Emilie begins writing anonymously for her father’s competition, interviewing speakers at the 1890′s Chautauqua series, she meets and falls in love with “The Man Of Many Voices”.
Noah Shaw is unsettled and feels adrift, even though he is a well-respected lecturer and dramatist. He’s never felt that he belongs anywhere. His professional life is only one reason he’s now in Nebraska. Noah is on a quest to find answers. Everyone always said Grandma’s quilt stories were just that–stories. But Noah is not sure…and he’s anxious to discover a piece of his past.
But will the truth Noah discovers about his heritage and a treasured quilt prove to bear a message of brokenness—or hope and healing?
Ever see a quilt from the bottom instead of the top? Of course from the top it is wonderful, all the pieces jointly fit together but underneath there is this jumble of thread and stitching that looks absolutely horrendous. Getting Emilie and Noah together is a lot like making a quilt beautiful to see on the top but a mass of work on the bottom. It takes God to make a beautiful quilt out of our lives and Ms. Whitson has given us a wonderful story to show us how He does it. Historical fiction, emerging women’s rights and being an orphan, all molded together into a wonderful mosaic. This is a wonderful, fun book. I think this is one of the hardest stories to write as it is all character driven and takes a steady hand to guide the characters through the story while remaining true to each character and these characters are memorable. You come to love these characters as if they were alive (and they are within the pages of this book) and it is a thrill to watch them interact, grow and put aside their distrust, fear and the hurts of their pasts and find peace in their present. Many kudos to Ms. Whitson for a truly memorable book, I am sorry to see this series end however I look forward to the next series from the very talented Ms. Whitson.
If you missed the interview for “A Claim Of Her Own”, another novel by Ms. Whitson, and would like to listen to it and/or interviews with other authors and professionals please go to www.kingdomhighlights.org where they are available On Demand.
To listen to 24 hours non-stop, commercial free Christian music please visit our internet radio station www.kingdomairwaves.org
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Barbour Publishing, Inc. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
From the back cover: Unravel the message behind a treasured quilt…
Emilie Rhodes has been taught to think for herself. But thinking for herself soon leads her to want to write “real news”. Her newspaper editor father won’t hear of it and fires her. When Emilie begins writing anonymously for her father’s competition, interviewing speakers at the 1890′s Chautauqua series, she meets and falls in love with “The Man Of Many Voices”.
Noah Shaw is unsettled and feels adrift, even though he is a well-respected lecturer and dramatist. He’s never felt that he belongs anywhere. His professional life is only one reason he’s now in Nebraska. Noah is on a quest to find answers. Everyone always said Grandma’s quilt stories were just that–stories. But Noah is not sure…and he’s anxious to discover a piece of his past.
But will the truth Noah discovers about his heritage and a treasured quilt prove to bear a message of brokenness—or hope and healing?
Ever see a quilt from the bottom instead of the top? Of course from the top it is wonderful, all the pieces jointly fit together but underneath there is this jumble of thread and stitching that looks absolutely horrendous. Getting Emilie and Noah together is a lot like making a quilt beautiful to see on the top but a mass of work on the bottom. It takes God to make a beautiful quilt out of our lives and Ms. Whitson has given us a wonderful story to show us how He does it. Historical fiction, emerging women’s rights and being an orphan, all molded together into a wonderful mosaic. This is a wonderful, fun book. I think this is one of the hardest stories to write as it is all character driven and takes a steady hand to guide the characters through the story while remaining true to each character and these characters are memorable. You come to love these characters as if they were alive (and they are within the pages of this book) and it is a thrill to watch them interact, grow and put aside their distrust, fear and the hurts of their pasts and find peace in their present. Many kudos to Ms. Whitson for a truly memorable book, I am sorry to see this series end however I look forward to the next series from the very talented Ms. Whitson.
If you missed the interview for “A Claim Of Her Own”, another novel by Ms. Whitson, and would like to listen to it and/or interviews with other authors and professionals please go to www.kingdomhighlights.org where they are available On Demand.
To listen to 24 hours non-stop, commercial free Christian music please visit our internet radio station www.kingdomairwaves.org
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Barbour Publishing, Inc. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
April 15, 2013
4 STARS
This is the third book in the Quilt Chronicles. I have now read 2 out of 3 books and have enjoyed both. Now I want to go back and read the first of the series. The Message on the Quilt was a good story. I liked it and the little twists in the story. Some I could see coming and others not so much. It does have a lot of scriptures, faith and prayer in the story but it all fits great into the story. It shows a slice of life in 1890. Some good, some of it bad. It is a uplifting novel.
The characters where a wide arrange. You had a actress that is aging and down on her luck. Who changes with help of friends she just met. She studies how to play different roles and costumes to change who she wants to be.
Emilie writes for her father's newspaper the woman's page of events. She wants more. Her father and mother want her to stop so he fires her. Emilie has an idea for a series of articles and she decides to go out in the middle of the night to get the work her mother wants her to do so she might have A chance to do articles. While she is their she finds a snake in her family cabin and screams.
Noah is a famous speaker and is out on the stage practicing his speech. He thinks he is all alone and hears a scream. He runs to the aid and finds Emilie. He takes the snake away and escorts her back home. Noah has been alone since his mother died when he was thirteen. He has a lot of faith and quotes the bible, poets, declaration of Independence and Shakespear. He really likes Emilie and her three cousins and her friend Bert.
Noah helps her with her story idea and after her father turns her down without even reading her first article, he comforts her and asks her what she wants. Emilie decides with his help to turn the article into the other newspaper under a fake name. She is happy to see it published.
The supporting characters are interesting and I want to know what happens to them next. What will the Spring sisters do next? What does Grace decide to do. I really thought they helped enrich the story so well.
I know I will be on the lookout for more books by Stephanie Grace Whitson in the future. I was given this ebook to read and asked to give honest review of it by Netgalley.
Published April 1st 2013 by Barbour Books 320 pages ISBN:1616264438
This is the third book in the Quilt Chronicles. I have now read 2 out of 3 books and have enjoyed both. Now I want to go back and read the first of the series. The Message on the Quilt was a good story. I liked it and the little twists in the story. Some I could see coming and others not so much. It does have a lot of scriptures, faith and prayer in the story but it all fits great into the story. It shows a slice of life in 1890. Some good, some of it bad. It is a uplifting novel.
The characters where a wide arrange. You had a actress that is aging and down on her luck. Who changes with help of friends she just met. She studies how to play different roles and costumes to change who she wants to be.
Emilie writes for her father's newspaper the woman's page of events. She wants more. Her father and mother want her to stop so he fires her. Emilie has an idea for a series of articles and she decides to go out in the middle of the night to get the work her mother wants her to do so she might have A chance to do articles. While she is their she finds a snake in her family cabin and screams.
Noah is a famous speaker and is out on the stage practicing his speech. He thinks he is all alone and hears a scream. He runs to the aid and finds Emilie. He takes the snake away and escorts her back home. Noah has been alone since his mother died when he was thirteen. He has a lot of faith and quotes the bible, poets, declaration of Independence and Shakespear. He really likes Emilie and her three cousins and her friend Bert.
Noah helps her with her story idea and after her father turns her down without even reading her first article, he comforts her and asks her what she wants. Emilie decides with his help to turn the article into the other newspaper under a fake name. She is happy to see it published.
The supporting characters are interesting and I want to know what happens to them next. What will the Spring sisters do next? What does Grace decide to do. I really thought they helped enrich the story so well.
I know I will be on the lookout for more books by Stephanie Grace Whitson in the future. I was given this ebook to read and asked to give honest review of it by Netgalley.
Published April 1st 2013 by Barbour Books 320 pages ISBN:1616264438
April 30, 2013
Emilie Rhodes is eighteen, the daughter of a newspaper owner, and wants to be a journalist against the wishes of her parents. She plans a series of articles around the annual Chautauqua in her home town of Beatrice, Nebraska—when she is not accompanying her three cousins, the singing Spring Sisters (a Chautauqua is a musical, cultural and educational festival).
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Noah Shaw was orphaned at thirteen, but despite his disadvantaged childhood has managed to create a successful career as an actor, performing at events around the country. He meets and is immediately attracted to Emilie, but a chance discovery about his parents might mean the end of the relationship.
There are a variety of supporting characters to add depth and interest to the plot, but not so many as to become confusing, and I liked all the characters. The plot was interesting and it was evident that the Chautauqua and the emerging women’s rights movement had been well-researched, but not so much that this intruded on the story. I like my historical fiction to be historically accurate, so this was a big plus.
I also liked the way the characters interacted, particularly Emilie and Noah. Their attraction was immediate, and believable. It is a whirlwind romance, but it rang true as they both had a shared Christian faith and common interests in the arts, with Emilie’s journalism and piano-playing, and Noah’s acting and reciting. Most importantly, I could feel the attraction in the writing, which is no small achievement.
I have enjoyed all the books in this series, but I think this was my favourite, partly because I could relate to Emilie trying to find her way to use her God-given talents in a male-dominated field. Each book can be read as a stand-alone, and they can be read in any order, as the common theme is a quilt, not characters or specific location. Recommended.
Thanks to Barbour and NetGalley for providing a free ebook for review.
http://humanitiesnebraska.org/program...
Noah Shaw was orphaned at thirteen, but despite his disadvantaged childhood has managed to create a successful career as an actor, performing at events around the country. He meets and is immediately attracted to Emilie, but a chance discovery about his parents might mean the end of the relationship.
There are a variety of supporting characters to add depth and interest to the plot, but not so many as to become confusing, and I liked all the characters. The plot was interesting and it was evident that the Chautauqua and the emerging women’s rights movement had been well-researched, but not so much that this intruded on the story. I like my historical fiction to be historically accurate, so this was a big plus.
I also liked the way the characters interacted, particularly Emilie and Noah. Their attraction was immediate, and believable. It is a whirlwind romance, but it rang true as they both had a shared Christian faith and common interests in the arts, with Emilie’s journalism and piano-playing, and Noah’s acting and reciting. Most importantly, I could feel the attraction in the writing, which is no small achievement.
I have enjoyed all the books in this series, but I think this was my favourite, partly because I could relate to Emilie trying to find her way to use her God-given talents in a male-dominated field. Each book can be read as a stand-alone, and they can be read in any order, as the common theme is a quilt, not characters or specific location. Recommended.
Thanks to Barbour and NetGalley for providing a free ebook for review.
May 16, 2013
Emilie loves to write and wants more then anything to write articles for her fathers paper but her parents are not keen on the idea and after getting herself in trouble for helping with the print press she is not even allowed to write the local goings on column. She is left with a great idea for a story and the competition paper to write for. Noah has come to Nebraska for a job but also to see if he can find out answers about his mother. All he has is her stories and the quilt she made him when he was a boy. When these two cross paths love begins to bloom but when Noah finds out some things about his past that shake him to the core and Emilie’s story causes family problems can they find a way to make it work?
This is the final book in the series and I really liked it.
What I liked: I really liked Emilie. She was frustrated with her parents but still loved them. Her three cousins where also quite likable. Noah was a interesting character and I liked the mystery that came from his past. I also found the big fair they all where a part of quite cool to learn about and it was fun to imagine being there.
What I did not like: As much as I liked the story about Noah and his father I thought it was a little over the top on his reaction. I know it was a time period thing but how that ended was kind of lukewarm. I also thought that Emilie and her parents worked out their issues about her writing way to easily and I was kind of left going really that’s how that ends?
Over all I really liked this book and its easily my favorite of the series. I wish the cousins could have had a chance to have a book as well because I really liked them. I also thought it was neat how the quilt helped Noah learn about his past. This book can easily be read as a stand alone no need to read the first two books. I highly recommend it.
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This is the final book in the series and I really liked it.
What I liked: I really liked Emilie. She was frustrated with her parents but still loved them. Her three cousins where also quite likable. Noah was a interesting character and I liked the mystery that came from his past. I also found the big fair they all where a part of quite cool to learn about and it was fun to imagine being there.
What I did not like: As much as I liked the story about Noah and his father I thought it was a little over the top on his reaction. I know it was a time period thing but how that ended was kind of lukewarm. I also thought that Emilie and her parents worked out their issues about her writing way to easily and I was kind of left going really that’s how that ends?
Over all I really liked this book and its easily my favorite of the series. I wish the cousins could have had a chance to have a book as well because I really liked them. I also thought it was neat how the quilt helped Noah learn about his past. This book can easily be read as a stand alone no need to read the first two books. I highly recommend it.
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August 17, 2013
Emilie Rhodes is an only child and she really wants to be a journalist, to write real news. Her editor father pacifies her by giving her an assignment to write a Ladies News column, which consisted of upcoming events with dates and times. When he catches her helping the typesetter he even takes that away from her. As Emilie prepares for the 1890 Chautauqua series with her cousins, the Spring Sisters, she comes up with an idea for a series of articles. This she does with the help of Noah Shaw, known as "The Man of Many Voices" but she submits them anonymously with the rival paper in Beatrice, NE.
Noah Shaw follows the circuit for the Chautauqua series but while in Beatrice he learns about Colonel Josiah Barton who could maybe tell him some things about his parents, at least his mother. He never knew his father and his mother died when he was young but he remembers the stories she used to tell him and the only thing he has is the quilt on which she stitched pictures of her life in the west.
Emilie and Noah can feel the connection with each other practically from the time he saves her from a snake in the middle of the night and then sees her home. Noah decides to go with Colonel Barton to trace the trail his mother took, Noah isn't sure if/when he returns if Emilie will still want him. You can sense what Noah's feeling in his heart as he goes on this very emotional trip.
As I was reading and Noah would tell about the pictures on his quilt and the stories to go along with them, I was trying to imagine what it looked like to a young boy, now a young man, then it all becomes clear in the end.
What a wonderful series this has been, I so loved it and I hate for it to end, I hope Stephanie can come up with some more stories. Stephanie makes it so you hate to put the book down, such a great job of writing. I'm definitely looking for more of her books.
Noah Shaw follows the circuit for the Chautauqua series but while in Beatrice he learns about Colonel Josiah Barton who could maybe tell him some things about his parents, at least his mother. He never knew his father and his mother died when he was young but he remembers the stories she used to tell him and the only thing he has is the quilt on which she stitched pictures of her life in the west.
Emilie and Noah can feel the connection with each other practically from the time he saves her from a snake in the middle of the night and then sees her home. Noah decides to go with Colonel Barton to trace the trail his mother took, Noah isn't sure if/when he returns if Emilie will still want him. You can sense what Noah's feeling in his heart as he goes on this very emotional trip.
As I was reading and Noah would tell about the pictures on his quilt and the stories to go along with them, I was trying to imagine what it looked like to a young boy, now a young man, then it all becomes clear in the end.
What a wonderful series this has been, I so loved it and I hate for it to end, I hope Stephanie can come up with some more stories. Stephanie makes it so you hate to put the book down, such a great job of writing. I'm definitely looking for more of her books.
July 26, 2013
THE MESSAGE ON THE QUILT by Stephanie Grace Whitson is an exciting Inspirational American West Historical Romance set in Nebraska. #3 in "The Quilt Chronicles",but can be read as a stand alone. See,"The Key on the Quilt" and " The Shadow on the Quilt". Join Emilie Rhodes and Noah Shaw on a journey of faith,healing,forgiveness,hope,heritage,brokenness and love. This is the conclusion to "The Quilt Chronicles",I hate to see it end,really. What a lovely story of faith,courage,secrets,and the power of love,forgiveness,and healing. Noah(The Man of Many Voices) is feeling adrift,he is a successful lecturer and looking for answers. What he finds is Emilie,who writes for her father's newspaper anonymously, of course. Together, they learn of Noah's heritage and find love and acceptance. A powerful story the story of a quilt and love. Quits often told their own story during the 1800's. I enjoy this author's stories and this was no exception. She is an amazing storyteller,with realistic characters who are not only charming but who are also engaging and realistic. At a time when life was harsh,prejudice was abound and love was hard to find,the characters still keep their keep and courage during difficult times. Loved it! A must read story for anyone who enjoys American West,a treasured quilt,and the power of faith and love. Received for an honest review from the publisher.
RATING: 4.5
HEAT RATING: SWEET
REVIEWED BY: AprilR, Review courtesy of My Book Addiction and More
RATING: 4.5
HEAT RATING: SWEET
REVIEWED BY: AprilR, Review courtesy of My Book Addiction and More
October 11, 2013
MY THOUGHTS ON THIS BOOK
I really enjoyed the conclusion to The Quilt Chronicles. As with the other two books, this one has a quilt with a message. I love this idea and enjoyed Noah and Emilie’s journey as I followed their story on the quilt. Their story tells a lot, there are a lot of real life issues they have to face, several twists and turns in the story to keep your attention and keep you reading. But it is well worth your read! I appreciate that the author deals with these situations by showing the love and faith through the characters, and even through difficulties, and struggles in life, they were able to find strength and forgiveness and healing through the Lord. Stephanie Grace Wilson created very likable and believable characters that I grew to love, and I hate seeing this series come to an end, This is one of those series I will be keeping to read a second time! I encourage you to pickup a copy of The Message on the Quilt, and if you haven’t read the first two in this series, don’t forget to check them out as well!.
I received this book from the publisher Barbour Books to read and review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 55
I really enjoyed the conclusion to The Quilt Chronicles. As with the other two books, this one has a quilt with a message. I love this idea and enjoyed Noah and Emilie’s journey as I followed their story on the quilt. Their story tells a lot, there are a lot of real life issues they have to face, several twists and turns in the story to keep your attention and keep you reading. But it is well worth your read! I appreciate that the author deals with these situations by showing the love and faith through the characters, and even through difficulties, and struggles in life, they were able to find strength and forgiveness and healing through the Lord. Stephanie Grace Wilson created very likable and believable characters that I grew to love, and I hate seeing this series come to an end, This is one of those series I will be keeping to read a second time! I encourage you to pickup a copy of The Message on the Quilt, and if you haven’t read the first two in this series, don’t forget to check them out as well!.
I received this book from the publisher Barbour Books to read and review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 55
May 18, 2013
The Message on the Quilt.
This heart-worming story about love from first sight, hunting past, shady background and unknown future is very inspiring. Absolutelly worth reading...
I love reading novels that arent just a cute romance but also a lecture for life.
Autor present three people - Grace who chose to live in sin but after a few decades and million sins decides to come home..
- Noah who spent his life searching for the truth about his background and finaly finds it wishing he never did
- and ofcourse Em who is staring the biggest decisions in the face...
Who impressed me was Loreta - she met them all and put them into right perspective, I really liked her advices, acceptance and simple look on life.
Read it love it and certainly learn from it!!! You wont be dissapointed!!
Disclaimer: I got a free copy of this book from Barbour Publishing, through NetGalley.com in exchange for my honest opinion.
This heart-worming story about love from first sight, hunting past, shady background and unknown future is very inspiring. Absolutelly worth reading...
I love reading novels that arent just a cute romance but also a lecture for life.
Autor present three people - Grace who chose to live in sin but after a few decades and million sins decides to come home..
- Noah who spent his life searching for the truth about his background and finaly finds it wishing he never did
- and ofcourse Em who is staring the biggest decisions in the face...
Who impressed me was Loreta - she met them all and put them into right perspective, I really liked her advices, acceptance and simple look on life.
Read it love it and certainly learn from it!!! You wont be dissapointed!!
Disclaimer: I got a free copy of this book from Barbour Publishing, through NetGalley.com in exchange for my honest opinion.
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July 2, 2013Her own father had fired her. Then her mother was determined to keep Emilie Rhodes by her side until Chautauqua was finished. That, however, was easier said than done. For the very same night, Emilie decided to help clean the cottage only to be waylaid by a snake. Who to come to her rescue? Noah Shaw with a history he only imagined. And carried with him everywhere as a memory of his mother.
The tale is a quiet peaceful interlude in the skew of events surrounding Emilie's voyage into the publishing world and Noah's acquaintance with Josiah Barton. Both lead the pair on a merry chase. Emilie finally getting her mother's approval and Noah learning more about the quilt his mother put her memories into.
The excitement of Chautauqua blended with heartache from not just one but multiple characters brings a new context to fictional writing. The intertwining stories give proof that family is everything.
Barbour Publishing
April 2013
9781616264437
--the bookworm
The tale is a quiet peaceful interlude in the skew of events surrounding Emilie's voyage into the publishing world and Noah's acquaintance with Josiah Barton. Both lead the pair on a merry chase. Emilie finally getting her mother's approval and Noah learning more about the quilt his mother put her memories into.
The excitement of Chautauqua blended with heartache from not just one but multiple characters brings a new context to fictional writing. The intertwining stories give proof that family is everything.
Barbour Publishing
April 2013
9781616264437
--the bookworm
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