Threads of Time: A Collection of Seven Romantic Novellas

by Darlene A. Dodds, Constance Shilling Stevens, J. Michele Franklin

THREADS OF TIME—a collection of seven Christian romantic novellas about a very special quilt—one intended to grace the marriage bed of a young couple but never fulfilling its original purpose—which travels through many hands and decades, lending comfort to its temporary owners before being passed on.

A Thimbleful of Peace by Constance Shilling Stevens A woman with nothing left except the quilt intended to grace her marriage bed cares for the children of a riverboat captain whose gruff façade conceals a tender heart.

Tattered Hopes by Ralph Vogel Robert and Molly Tillman’s dreams for a new life in Nebraska are shattered by tragedy. Will they find the courage to repair the rending of the love they thought would last forever?

A Night With No Stars by Jalana Franklin A widower and a local postmistress in the small town of Valentine, Nebraska, struggle with the notion that love can’t mend a broken heart … or can it?

Mending the Widow’s Heart by Marjorie Vawter A widowed mother struggles with believing love is for her. A circuit-riding preacher longs to settle down in one place with a family and church of his own.

A Thread of Hope by Darlene A. Dodds A writing assignment—interviewing a Titanic survivor—becomes pleasant when Paul meets Shona. But after he loses her trust, will he be able to regain it?

Frayed by Eileen Key Will a jaded Vietnam veteran’s despair overshadow a young woman’s hope?

A Patchwork Promise by K. Marie Libel Antiques dealer James obtains a tattered quilt from one of Sarah's estate auctions. Will the restoration of the quilt ultimately lead to the restoration of Sarah's heart...and perhaps, even, inspire new love?"

376 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 13, 2014

Reviews

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book consists of 7 stories by 7 different authors. I enjoyed seeing how the quilt was passed down from one generation to another. I really liked each of the stories. I was a little disappointed, however, that in the last two stories it wasn't told how the owner of the quilt came into possession of it. Even so, I liked the stories and enjoyed the book.

[Shaun · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed the seven stories and how the quilt traveled with time through the many families. Each family made the quilt their own and created their own memories with it. The quilt finally makes its way home to a wedding bed where it was originally intended for.

[Ingrid · Rating 4 out of 5]

A collection of 7 stories by 7 different authors. some I liked better than others but overall they were good stories. All the stories have one particular quilt in common. They were enjoyable , quick and easy to read.

[Lisa Rumley · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed all seven stories. It was neat following the quilt travels thru the years.