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Summary: Feel a little better when you're done
Review: There is just something special about Mitford, North Carolina. Jan Karon has created a magical yet ordinary place, with memorable, endearing characters. I love these novels and enjoy each and every trip I take back.In the 3rd installment, things are looking up! Father Timothy and Cynthia are settling into married life, and the marvels at having a soul mate after Tim's 60-plus years of bachelorhood has yet to stop amazing him. Their first year will definitely be an adventurous one -- a camping trip gone awry; a 90th birthday party for Timothy's favorite parishioner, Sadie Baxter; the opening of the new nursing home, Hope House; as well as a few newcomers to the Mitford community. And of course all of our favorite characters, like Dooley, Mule and Fancy Skinner, and J.C. Hogan, and places, like The Grill, The Porter Place, and Fernback are back in full swing. Reading these books feel like the best a family reunion has to offer. A helpful hint for those who are reading the books in order: Book 6 actually fits in between book 2 and 3 -- it is a detailed story of Timothy and Cynthia's wedding. I read it before reading These High, Green Hills. I suggest doing this if you are the type of reader that likes things in chronological order. I can't wait to continue on with the series. There is a certain beauty about these books, a calming, soothing beauty that makes me want to pack up and move to Mitford! Although not novels of huge, twisting, turning action, Jan Karon manages to turn the ordinary things of life into great milestones. I applaud her and the rewards I receive every time I visit.
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Summary: Faith and Forgiveness
Review: In this, the third book of the Mitford series, Father Tim Kavanaugh and his charming newlywed wife Cynthia return to face the challenges of building a new life together. The obstancles start when they begin trying to live together - they find that Tim's bed is far too old, and Cynthia's far to big for comfort. Once the dilemma is solved, the challenge of remodeling the parish rectory into the Italian Villa look must be undertaken. Of course, life in Mitford can't be just about the happy couple. The newlyweds take a rather adventure-filled camping trip with the Lord's Chapel Youth Group, call upon old friends in the parish, and continue to care for Dooley. New members of the community are introduced - a new policewoman provides a love interest, and an abused little girl challenge Father Tim's views of what is right and wrong. Jan Karon continues her impeccable Mitford series with this book. Any fan of the series is sure to agree.
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Summary: Best "feel good" book I've ever read
Review: I have read all of the books in the Mitford Series. Jan Karon's characters come alive and make me smile. The best books I have ever read. I rate them 5+.
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