A Single Thread

The Cobbled Court Series, Book 1

By: Marie Bostwick

Narrated by: Pam Ward, Lorna Raver

Length: 12 hrs and 1 min

Publisher's summary

Marie Bostwick weaves the unforgettable story of four very different women whose paths cross, changing their lives forever.

It’s a long way from Fort Worth, Texas, to New Bern, Connecticut, yet it only takes a day in the charming Yankee town to make Evelyn Dixon realize she’s found her new home. The abrupt end of her marriage was Evelyn’s wake-up call to get busy chasing her dream of opening a quilt shop. Finding a storefront is easy enough; starting a new life isn’t.

Little does Evelyn imagine it will bring a trio like Abigail Burgess, her niece Liza, and Margot Matthews through her door. Troubled and angry after her mother’s death, Liza threatens to embarrass her aunt Abigail all over town unless she joins her for quilting classes. A victim of downsizing at the peak of her career, Margot hopes an event hosted by the quilt shop could be a great chance to network—and keep from dying of boredom.

As they stitch their unique creations, Evelyn, Abigail, Liza, and Margot form a sisterhood they never sought—but one that they’ll be grateful for when the unexpected provides a poignant reminder of the single thread that binds us all.

©2008 Marie Bostwick Skinner (P)2010 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Critic reviews

"[A] buoyant novel about the value of friendship among women…a tantalizing book club contender.” ( Publishers Weekly)

“[A] pleasant story of friendship, with a message of starting over despite the odds…this comforting book is highly recommended.” ( Library Journal)

Loved it!!

I would love to go into Evelyn’s quilt store. I could see the hurt on both sides of the conversations and could easily put myself in that position. I also would like to meet Charlie!!
I feel like I know them. 😌

Wonderful

If you could sum up A Single Thread in three words, what would they be?

Nice wholesome story.

What did you like best about this story?

The characters were described so well they became alive in my mind and I fell in love with each of them. The story message was clear and made me want to be part of the quilt circle. I loved this book and will continue the series!!

What about Pam Ward and Lorna Raver ’s performance did you like?

Very nicely done. Each character was brought to life through the story and performance.

If you could take any character from A Single Thread out to dinner, who would it be and why?

Abigail. She became my favorite early in the book, I enjoyed her growth and humor!!

Light-Hearted, Entertaining

Where does A Single Thread rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Towards the top

What did you like best about this story?

It is fun

Which scene was your favorite?

This is a book, not a rollercoaster

If you could rename A Single Thread, what would you call it?

A Single Thread is fine

Any additional comments?

Yes, 15 words do not make a review

Beautiful

Love the friendships. As a quilter, I enjoyed the thoughts....the tears....the love of each word

Honest opinion

love this book and will listen to the whole series. Abigail sounds like she's 80!!!

Life

Many can identify with the theme of this story. A disappointment, a loss, a tragedy, but those things are what makes us who we are and friends and faith are how we get through them. Now on to the next book in the series!

LESSONS !

What did you love best about A Single Thread?

I loved the 'strength' of the entire book

What did you like best about this story?

The way the people pulled together

Which character – as performed by Pam Ward and Lorna Raver – was your favorite?

(at my age), the older lady, aunt, friend.

If you could rename A Single Thread, what would you call it?

No Place Like Home

Any additional comments?

This was a book that I had to make myself stop reading because it was very interesting to me the way that the characters all eventually came together to care for one another. It was really like sewing with a single thread and the project got to be finished.

Good women's story/friendship during life Changes

Great easy listening of a group of women meeting during a time of change or crises in each woman's personal life. Characters very well done and narration was great.

Wonderful & uplifting

Beautifully told story about breast cancer, quilting & following your dreams. Makes me want to find a cause to support and learn how to quilt.

Revealing

A wonderful story of life with all of it's peaks and valleys that we all find ourselves traveling thru. What a great way to explain how much friends mean to you in good times and the lowest of times. I am going to recommend this to several friends that have been through this awful disease and are just as ready to go on fighting for their future. Am looking forward to reading more by this author.