Out to Canaan (The Mitford Years)

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Summary: A soothing escape
Review: All of Jan's Karon's novels epitomize escapism at it's best. Every time I finish one of her books, I am sorry and even a bit depressed at having to once again leave Mitford and it's charming, warm, and amusing residents. Start with At Home in Mitford, and enjoy this heartwarming series. You will wish that you lived in Mitford...and for a short while, you will feel as if you do.

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Summary: loving gift for self and others
Review: Mitford is how I thought the world was 'gonna be! This series is a fine loving gift to give yourself or older folks who need to be reminded of the good in the world and the hard work it takes to make good happen.

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Summary: Refreshing
Review: I'm on Out of Cannan now. I have read them all. I hate to finish one becasue I'm afraid there will not be another one. I truly love Father Tim and Cynthia. Their humor has provided me with hours of laughter and their compassion has brought me to tears. The first laugh I had was when Uncle Billy smiled showing his three teeth. Thanks so much Jan. Can't wait for more!

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Summary: Fantastic, funny and heart warming. Leaves you feeling good.
Review: These books were given to me as a gift with rave reviews. Since I am a retired Episcopalian Church Secretary, I found the book amusing, interesting, heartwarming and pretty close to what goes on in the churches. The author seems to pull you right into the book and you feel like you are one of the Mitfordians. There were times I just rolled with laughter and times I sat and cried. I totally recommend this series to anyone that likes to have a warm fuzzy feeling.

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Summary: Can't bare to Share!
Review: I loved this series so, that I bought the whole set and can't bare to part with even one. I want to read them again and again! Can't wait for the next one....

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Summary: I loved this book and was so sad when I finished reading.
Review: this book was the last of a series of books that was so uplifting. So many things I read were so relevant to my life in my community. How I wish I could be in Mitford and know all the characters that lived there. What a beautiful place to be and the church sounded like a great one to be a part of too. I recommend this to anyone who loves life and other people. It is a positive outlook when so much we read is negative. I enjoyed the Christian outlook. What a witness the father is!

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Summary: Charming! Irresistible! Best of the Series!
Review: The best series of books I've ever read! Read all four! You won't regret it! I can't wait to go back to Mitford!

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Summary: WONDERFUL! WONDERFUL! WONDERFUL!
Review: As the wife of an Episcopal priest, I was proud that someone wrote so explicitedly about how much hard work and great fun it can be to be in the ministry. Keron writes about all the unique stories that make-up the fabric of the minister's life yet doesn't neglect the real, day to day life with a spouse!

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Summary: Best series I have read in a long time!
Review: I cannot tell you what pleasure this series brought to me. My husband even liked it and we read 2-3 chapters a night until all were done. The story line is very realistic - not every situation had a happy ending - and it really brought to light how difficult life can be. I am anxiously awaiting a new novel or continuation of this series!

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Summary: What a delightful book, couldn't put it down!!!
Review: I liked this book, because it was clean. No foul language, obscene scences or violence. It was very uplifting. A blend of seriousness and humor. I laughed out loud!