Ties That Bind

By: Marie Bostwick

Narrated by: Bahni Turpin, Xe Sands

Length: 11 hrs and 38 mins

Publisher's summary

In her compelling, beautifully crafted novel, New York Times best-selling author Marie Bostwick celebrates friendships old and new - and the unlikely threads that sometimes lead us exactly where we need to go.

Christmas is fast approaching, and New Bern, Connecticut, is about to receive the gift of a new pastor, hired sight unseen to fill in while Reverend Tucker is on sabbatical. Meanwhile, Margot Matthews’ friend, Abigail, is trying to matchmake, even though Margot has all but given up on romance. She loves her job at the Cobbled Court Quilt Shop and the life and friendships she’s made in New Bern, but she never thought she’d still be single on her fortieth birthday.

It’s a shock to the entire town when Philip A. Clarkson turns out to be Philippa. Truth be told, not everyone is happy about having a female pastor. Yet despite a rocky start, Philippa begins to settle in - finding ways to ease the townspeople’s burdens, joining the quilting circle, and forging a fast friendship with Margot. When tragedy threatens to tear Margot’s family apart, that bond - and the help of her quilting sisterhood - will prove a saving grace. And as she untangles her feelings for another new arrival in town, Margot begins to realize that it is the surprising detours woven into life’s fabric that provide its richest hues and deepest meaning.

©2012 Marie Bostwick (P)2012 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Critic reviews

“This is one very talented writer…Watch her star rise!” (Debbie Macomber, New York Times best-selling author)

love is the key

this story let me see an obedient daughter and a loving firm.dad come to terms with death. the town ppl gave love and support to her and Olivia. beautiful ending

a real tear jerker

Loved the story, cried in at least 3 different places. A wonderful story about love, loss, family, friends, and faith.
Narrators were excellent.

Marie captured my attention!

If you could sum up Ties That Bind in three words, what would they be?

Sad, happy and exhilarated.

Any additional comments?

When I read Marie's first book, A Single Thread, I was hooked. The ladies touched my very soul, because I could relate so closely with each one. A master quilter, breast cancer survivor, and peoples struggles in relationships..past and present. This time I felt really depressed at the beginning. Not sure if I was struggling in my own life with situations I had no control over and as both Philippa and Margot had to do, I had to turn them over to God. It had a great and happy ending which I think all books should have, thanks Marie!

Positive and enjoyable.

I enjoy these characters. The book stands alone, but is even better as a series.
I do not like that different readers have been used in the different books of the series. I get used to the voice of a character, and I don't like to see it changed.

Enjoyed the story

I did enjoy this book and the story. The reader who read Margo has an annoying voice. Shaky and wobbly. By the middle of the book I found it so annoying I thought about stopping.

thumbs up

great story easy to follow even with the two nartartors which made the listening to two different characters wanting more story will listen to more by this author

Loved it!

Great story and character development. Lots of religious aspects but I enjoyed that too. Happy listening!

Loveeee!

Love this book! Can’t wait to read more in this series and from this author.

Wonderful Storyline

This author keeps on making real life situations that turns out to completely warm your heart over full.
The narrator has these characters who is well established down pat.
Keep them coming, I am a quilter and LOVE these stories.

Best in the series

Have you listened to any of Bahni Turpin and Xe Sands ’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Dual readers made the story richer. Both brought warmth and humanity to Margot and Philipa.