A New Song (The Mitford Years)

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Summary: What really happened at the end?
Review: Wonderful, wonderful!! Enjoyed all 5 books immensely. I re-read the last chapter of "A New Song" several times, always coming back to the same conclusion. I do really believe that Father Tim went home to be with his Lord. Recall that Cynthia had said to him, "Never leave me" in that last chapter. Also, when Father Tim encountered the "stranger," Barnabas was first angry and barking and then he calmed down and wagged his tail. Father Tim recognized the voice. And what about that shirt that "gleamed like a pearl"? The Sunday Service brought everything to a spiritual conclusion with the invitation to receive salvation. The ending left me in awe and a bit surprised. But how appropriate and how utterly lovely. Thank you, Jan. Your books have touched my heart and my soul.

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Summary: New Song Breaks away from the delightful Mitford Series
Review: Jan Karon's Mitford Series, Books, 1,2,3,& 4 were a refreashing delight to me. The people in Mitford became like family as I read each book. I could not wait to read the latest book in this series, "A New Song". However, I felt that Jan Karon should have ended the series with the fourth book. In a " New Song" the author has not made up her mind whether to write about the people of Mitford or those on the small island of North Carolina, thus she was unable to give substance to any of the new characters and cheated the reader out of new antics from our beloved characters of Mitford. The ending of the book was quite odd, almost making the reader think one had gotten a hold of his clergyman's Sunday Sermon. If there is a sixth book, I hope Father Tim is back in Mitford, and Jan Karon is once again focused on the Mitford Flock.

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Summary: The best of the series, yet.
Review: I have thoroughly enjoyed each of the books with Out to Canaan being the best, until A New Song came along. One of my greatest pleasures is sharing them with, so far, a dozen friends who are now hooked. And I DID find the Marmalade Cake recipe in one of the Mitford Series Greeting Cards at our local Hallmark store.

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Summary: It's as enthralling as the other four
Review: The other reviewers seem to be disappointed that Karon has moved the Kavanaghs from Mitford, but not me. I thoroughly enjoyed the new set of townspeople and new challenges for Fr. Tim. The only problem I had was that there was some confusion at the end (why did he need to circle Morris's house so many times? Never explained.) I felt the confrontation of Helene Pringle was too quickly and too easily disposed of. Why would Tim and Cynthia return for her when they wouldn't go back when Dooley was arrested (Bishop or no?) The cryptic ending was out of character for Karon's style, and too cute of a segue into the next book. Nevertheless, Ms. Karon, I'll buy your next Mitford series book the instant it's published. Your musings are real "comfort food " for the brain!

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Summary: The whole series will warm your heart and lighten your day!
Review: This book along with the entire Mitford collection is warm andwonderful. You feel great after reading each book. The only downsideis waiting for the next book. Ms. Karon needs to write faster!

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Summary: I miss Mitford!
Review: Reading one of the Mitford series books is like curling up in a blanket next to a warm, cozy fire on a winter's evening! I read through Jan Karon's first four books with ease and thorough enjoyment. However, I really struggled with "A New Song". I was becoming more annoyed with each page- wanting to get back to the beloved Mitford and the characters we love so much! I do hope the next book does just that, and the icing on the cake would be to see Father Tim and Cynthia spend a lot more time with Dooley! Thanks to Jan Karon for presenting a small corner of the world in such a heartwarming way.

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Summary: One of the Best I have ever read!
Review: I loved the Mitford Series. When I finished one, I couldn't wait to get the next one. Now that I have finished reading them. I want another one right away! Hurry with the next Mitford Book! I can't wait!

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Summary: Visiting with good friends!
Review: I love all of Jan Karon's Mitford books. They are insightful and touch my heart. I love that they are about everyday issues and characters who are wholesome. I want to know when the next book is due out and I believe Jan Karon needs to give us the recipe for the Orange Marmalade cake.

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Summary: Jan Karon has another winner.
Review: Another delightful adventure in the Mitford Saga

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Summary: I cannot wait for Jan Karon's next book after A New Song!
Review: Jan Karon's Mitford series are the best books I have ever read. I look foreward to her next one. Her characters seem real and feel like family to me.