Prayers for Sale

By: Sandra Dallas

Narrated by: Maggi-Meg Reed

Length: 9 hrs and 33 mins

Publisher's summary

Hennie Comfort is 86 and has lived in the mountains of Middle Swan, Colorado since before it was Colorado. Nit Spindle is just 17 and newly married. She and her husband have just moved to the high country in search of work. It's 1936 and the depression has ravaged the country and Nit and her husband have suffered greatly. Hennie notices the young woman loitering near the old sign outside of her house that promises "Prayers For Sale". Hennie doesn't sell prayers, never has, but there's something about the young woman that she's drawn to. The harsh conditions of life that each have endured create an instant bond and an unlikely friendship is formed, one in which the deepest of hardships are shared and the darkest of secrets are confessed.

Sandra Dallas has created an unforgettable tale of a friendship between two women, one with surprising twists and turns, and one that is ultimately a revelation of the finest parts of the human spirit.

©2009 Sandra Dallas (P)2009 Macmillan Audio

Loved it

I listen to this one again and again. I loved the story, I loved the narrator and I loved how the book made me feel.

Intriquing Friendships

Where does Prayers for Sale rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Prayers for Sale rank 3rd among all the audiobooks I've listened to so far?

What was one of the most memorable moments of Prayers for Sale?

When Mrs. Hennie tells Ned the history behind the "Prayers for sale" sign.

What about Maggi-Meg Reed’s performance did you like?

Maggi-Meg did a great job using voice, intonation and personality in characters.

If you could take any character from Prayers for Sale out to dinner, who would it be and why?

I would take Mrs. Hennie out for dinner because she has a quality gift of telling neighborhood stories to inspire, cheer and unify friendships even during down moments.

Any additional comments?

a gread read!

Loved it

Prayers for Sale was one of my favorite listens so far, in part because I absolutely loved the story, but also because the performance was done so well. While I listened to the book, I felt like I was listening in on friends as they chatted and gossipped. It was like, I too, was a member of the quilting group getting to know the women and their stories. I highly recommend this book.

Excellent! Really strengthen my spirit!

The characters impressed me tremendously and taught me forgiveness on a surreal compassionate level. The moral especially strengthen my marriage to a drinking man. The author interview provided to be a great closer, as I was sad to have the book end.

A delightful journey

I read Prayers For Sale as a book club selection. I almost ignored it then I got a text saying "I want to be like Hennie". So I bought the audio book and listened to it while I caught up my ironing and made jam! I felt like I was a part of that time. The story can be a bit predictable, but only because the author makes you wish for what will happen!

Delightful Story

Would you listen to Prayers for Sale again? Why?

Yes, and I have. Great story....touching

What was one of the most memorable moments of Prayers for Sale?

When you understand what the title actually means

Which scene was your favorite?

When she describes or tells the story of what happened to her little girl.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, it was hard to put down.

Another Winner

Prayers For Sale is another heartwarming story of friendship, kindness, community, hardship, and forgiveness. I fell in love with the characters and couldn’t stop listening.

Prayers for Sale (Unabridged)

Delightful, well written and fast moving with a surprise at the end. The author really developed rich and warm relationships with the woman characters.

Excellent narration and a celebration of women

Who was your favorite character and why?

There were several characters that I liked, but the (2) that really stood out were Nit and Hennie.

Which character – as performed by Maggi-Meg Reed – was your favorite?

Maggie-Meg Reed did an excellent job with Hennie, aging her voice to reflect the character's 86 years.

Any additional comments?

This is a story of women and the bonds of friendship. No swearing, but there are some descriptions of heartbreaking cruelty, so it's not a "fluffy" book. The ending is a bit too neat, but somehow justified by all the hardships these wonderful characters endured.

Pure excellence

This speaks to the strength in all women
Women of all ages and walks in life