The Lost Quilter

An Elm Creek Quilts Novel

By: Jennifer Chiaverini

Narrated by: Christina Moore

Length: 10 hrs and 44 mins

Publisher's summary

Master Quilter Sylvia Bergstrom Compson treasures an antique quilt called by three names: Birds in the Air, after its pattern; the Runaway Quilt, after the woman who sewed it; and the Elm Creek Quilt, after the place to which its maker longed to return. That quilter was Joanna, a fugitive slave who traveled by the Underground Railroad to reach safe haven in 1859 at Elm Creek Farm.

Best-selling author Jennifer Chiaverini, herself an accomplished quilter, has won a devoted fan following with her heartwarming Elm Creek Quilts novels.With her deep understanding of intricate human relationships and her trademark depth of characterization, she once again stitches together a winning tale for this 14th entry in the beloved series.

©2009 Jennifer Chiaverini (P)2009 Recorded Books, LLC

Good story and characters

At the end of the book I had to go back to the beginning to remind myself of the story line with Sylvia and the clues to the lost quilter (a continuation of an earlier episode). Once I did that, I was very satisfied, the storyline met all expectations, with some savory mystery still remaining. As one who enjoys civil war era historical novels, this did not disappoint.

The 14th in the series & the richest of them all!!!

Particularly liked the use of a quilt as a springboard to tell a deeply disturbing, absorbing & intimate biography of a slave just before the end of the civil war & her search for freedom in the south. You know she is one of many. You wonder if you would have been as brave, as persistent, as humble or ultimately as generous?
I recommend this book as a stand alone read to any who love the art of quilting (I don’t quilt but I admire those who do & their magnificence) historians, those with a passion for women’s rights & believe in the constitution that all people are equal.
Susanne Steinberg MD

Jennifer Chiaverini does it again!!!!!

Would you listen to The Lost Quilter again? Why?

Yes I would, over and over

What other book might you compare The Lost Quilter to and why?

there is no comparison.

What does Christina Moore bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Her voices of the characters is just right.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

A must see for all Jennifer Chiaverini fans!!!!!

Any additional comments?

I am totally addicted to the Elm Creek Quilters....

What a Wonderful Storyteller is Chiaverini!

This is my second Elm Creek Quilters novel and I am delighted to have found this wonderful storyteller. The Lost Quilter is a story from era of slavery in America that is interesting, entertaining, enlightening, educational and - most of all - absolutely riveting.

I found myself driving to and from work and doing other mundane tasks and then stopping...holding my breath! What will happen next?!?

I cared about the characters.... heck, I even cared about the characters who were horrible! I wanted to know what happened to them. I wanted to hope that Joanna and Titus would succeed in their quest to be free.

The art of quilting is a unifying theme in these books. But the characters and the author's ability to make them come to life is what will bring you back to Elm Creek and the quilters there. (And I don't even quilt!)

I am going to find more of Chiaverini's books to either read or listen to. The narrator did a truly excellent job. I recommend this book most highly.

Great Story

Leaves the reader or listener wanting more. you want to know what happened to each character. Very well told story. on to ty he next.

Fantastic Book!

"The Lost Quilter", one of the Elm Creek series, was riveting. I just wish the author had not stopped at Joanna's freedom. I credit the narrator with part of the kudos I give this book because of her ability to change her voice and make the characters come to life. Not only is Chiaverini a great storyteller, but her knowledge of quilting history has provided quite an education for me.

loved it!

another great listen was sad at times and so true. wish these stories where made into movies!!

Not a typical Elm Creek story

Serious topic covered in this one. was looking for the more typical lighter fare... but the story is well told. just very serious topic if slavery in the south... very adult content.

Interesting, but sort of predictable

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes,

Would you recommend The Lost Quilter to your friends? Why or why not?

Yes

What about Christina Moore’s performance did you like?

Yes, great accents

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

No

Any additional comments?

Going through the series, it's getting boring to see it's the same kind of "woman is a victim' theme. Sort of disappointing, but still listened to the whole story.

Hold on to the end

In paper form, I tend to read the last part first. Had I had this book in paper form, I may have enjoyed the journey while knowing the ending. Keep listening, or reading, as it is so good. I may listen to it again as the literary content, not just the story, is artful.