The Wishing Thread by Lisa Van Allen 385 pagesThe Van Ripper family has been present in Tarrytown for centuries as keepers of the Stichery. People's wishes can be granted with an appropriate sacrifice to help create magical scarves, mittens and hats. But the 3 Van Ripper sisters aren't close anymore and with the Stichery threatened with destruction, it may take more than magic to save it, and the Van Ripper legacy.
This book didn't do much for me. I knew going in it was chancy as I have zero interest in knitting but when the review compared it to works by Sarah Addison Allen it sounded interesting. On the surface they are similar, magical happenings, estranged family members and an overwhelming obstacle. It checked off all the requisites. However Allen failed to engage me and have me give 2 hoots whether the Stichery was saved or not.
We'll start the bidding at 2 hoots. Anyone for 2 hoots. This lot's been compared to the work of Sarah Addison Allen, 2 hoots is a fair price, you won't find a better deal. No takers at 2 hoots? 1.5 hoots, anyone for 1.5 hoots. The Stichery could be saved for the low price of 1.5 hoots...
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