The Tangled Tale of the Woolgathering Castoffs

By: Sharon J. Mondragón

Narrated by: Christina Moore

Fair Meadows Retirement Community might as well be a country club for most of the retirees enjoying the pool, golf course, and book clubs. But for the caregivers whose family members reside upstairs in the special memory care unit, vacation is over.

Comforting these forgotten folks is exactly why the Woolgatherers group has formed. The members make prayer shawls to support those affected by the heartbreaking reality of not being recognized by a loved one—people like Sam Talbot, who has been barely existing since his wife moved into Memory Care.

Without her, his life has lost all color and meaning.

That’s something the Woolgatherers can’t bear to see. Flirtatious Jenny Alderman, cranky crocheter Edna O’Brian, kind Rose Harker, and the rest of the prayer shawl group weave him into their circle. Sam has no idea how he got tangled up with them, and he’s no good at knitting. But when a member talks him into taking up his wife’s old crochet hooks, he discovers that this one small gesture might just have the power to heal his life—or even save it.

“Wonderful, whimsical, thought-provoking, and spiritually inspiring.”—Cheri Swalwell, author of Adventure’s Invitation

©2024 Sharon J. Mondragón (P)2024 Recorded Books

Absolutely Beautiful

This novel was an excellent sequel, delving into deeper waters with Alzheimer’s in an authentic yet hope-filled way. Such a powerful depiction of the hardships and beauty of love that perseveres.

very sweet and fun

The story of caregivers for people who have dementia and how the love of God and the love of fellowship. sustains us through challenges was such a sweet but realistic story. it highlights the reason we need each other and God.

well read

A lovable sweet story.

I loved everything about this book. I knitted while listening and felt just like I was part of the group. I hope Sharon Mondragon continues to write more books in this series.

Truth and faith

How realistic. Sometimes sad however hopeful and fabulous reminder of God’s love, grace and mercy. Excellent to listen too.