"A whimsical, heart-warming tale of the search for love and acceptance."
Reviewed by Kay Quintin
Posted March 13, 2010
Romance
At 14, Trixie Lynn Parks was uprooted by the man she
thought to be her father to move yet again; a yearly
occurrence. Deserted by her mother years ago, Trixie has
now learned that Rex, who never showed her any love, is not
her father. The only person she ever felt close to was her
first love, Sam Cheek. "Steady Sam" and Trixie were polar
opposites, but the town of Twilight, Texas, was the closest
thing to a home she ever knew. Vowing to become a star, her mother's parting prediction,
Trixie now calls herself Emma. However, she is destitute
and barely surviving as a 30-year-old aspiring actress in
New York, with all options running out. Luckily, an
opportunity comes her way and she is offered a part in a
play at a local theater in Twilight, Taken under the wing
of the True Love Quilting Club, Trixie resumes her
friendship with Sam, a veterinarian and widower with a
young son, Charlie. The child has not said a word since his
mother's death. Having separate goals in life, Trixie and
Sam are denying their love. Career-driven Trixie is offered
her big break in Hollywood, but her heart is broken at
leaving Sam and Charlie behind. Now that she has achieved
success, is this her dream or her mother's? Trixie is a spunky, tiny woman full of spontaneity and
adventure. Her bubbly character totally steals your heart.
Longing for a life of warmth and love is her true goal,
even though she misplaces it for fame and success. Twilight
is known as the town for "hooking up with a childhood
sweetheart." Your heart will go out to Charlie and his
handsome easy going father. I truly enjoyed yet another of
Lori Wilde's whimsical but heart-wrenching tales of
love and the search for acceptance.
SUMMARY
The pattern of a quilt will always lead you back home. Trixie Lynn Parks changed her name to Emma, shook the dust
of Twilight, Texas off her shoes, and vowed to make it big
in the city. But after twelve years of shattered dreams, and
aching for a soft place to land, she heads home—back to the
ladies of the True Love Quilting Club, who cared for her
when no one else did…and to her first love, Sam Cheek. But even though Twilight is as embracing as she remembers,
some things—and some people—sure have changed. Sam has grown
from a carefree boy to strong, serious single dad. And even
though the chemistry between them sizzles hotter than ever
and his kisses still light her up like a bottle rocket,
Trixie Lynn quickly discovers she must choose between the
fame and fortune that have finally come her way—or the one
true love who has the power to mend her patchwork heart.
What do you think about this review?
Comments
18 comments posted.
Re: A whimsical, heart-warming tale of the search for love and acceptance.
I REALLY ENJOYED TH QUILITING CLUB AND TOLD ALL OF MY FRIENDS TO BUY IT.
(Linda Bass 11:49pm March 13, 2010)
sounds like an awesome story of being lost, lonesome and longing for something not yet achieved. I truly like the comment of her patchwork heart.
(Robyn Lee 11:55pm March 13, 2010)
I cant wait for the new one to come out. all my friends are waiting in line, i know it will be good as the first one or even better, keep up the great work Lori
(Caro Kinaman 12:08pm March 14, 2010)
This sounds as good as the first one. I
can't wait to read it. It will be nice to visit
Twilight again.
(Debi Little 8:42am March 14, 2010)
This book sounds great. I cannot wait for it to come out.
(Nichole Munchback 9:02am March 14, 2010)
I love all Lori's books , and have enjoyed the quilting ones very much. Looking forward to new ones.
(Yvonne Cruz 10:36am March 14, 2010)
Sounds great, can't wait for it to finally come out. have to spread the word, I have a few friends who will want to read it as well...
(Suzy Roy 12:33pm March 14, 2010)
This sounds like another great read by Lori!
(Karen Barnett 2:29pm March 14, 2010)
Congrats on the great review, Lori.
(Jane Cheung 5:36pm March 14, 2010)
Lori, I lowed the first one and can't wait until your second in this series is in my hands (or on my Kindle). Keep up the good work!
(Barbara Leland 6:44pm March 14, 2010)
This book sounds really great. I can't wait to read it.
(Carol Woodruff 8:42pm March 14, 2010)
Great Review Lori, can't wait to read the book.
(Loretta Wilson 10:14pm March 14, 2010)
I have not read The Quilting Club but, after all I've heard,
I'm going to put it and the
newest book on my to-be-purchased list!!
(Patricia Cochran 11:09pm March 14, 2010)
This sounds great. I've added it to my to be purchased pile.
Thanks.
(Gayle Oreluk 12:09pm March 15, 2010)
A heroine forced to make a life-altering decision makes for an attention-grasping plot. This story seems great and I look forward to reading it.
(Gladys Paradowski 10:01pm March 15, 2010)
Sounds like a great book. I'm looking forward to it.
(Lena Lee 5:33pm March 16, 2010)
This sounds so fantastic I'm really looking forward to reading it.
(Theresa Seyferth 7:35pm March 17, 2010)
I love the town of Twilight, Texas. The residents are so down-to-earth and appealing. Emma's unfufilled ambitions are just how life happens and Sam and Emma have tough decisions to make. That is so realistic. Love it!
(Gladys Paradowski 7:20pm March 22, 2010)
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