Out to Canaan (The Mitford Years)

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Summary: So when is Karon going to win the Gold Medallion Award?!?
Review: As always Jan Karon has written another great novel which took us all home to the place we'd most like to live! The the only other authors I've ever read who match Jan Karon in touching my heart to the core are Brock and Bodie Thoene. I couldn't believe I'd read a book I liked as much as Shiloh Autumn or their most recent Irish novel, Only the River Runs Free. The Thoene's just won their eighth ECPA Gold Medallion Award for Novel of the Year for Only the River Runs Free. That's some kind of record. In her own right, Jan Karon is every bit as wonderful a writer as Bodie Thoene and I never thought anyone could come close. I say it's time to give the prize to Jan Karon!

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Summary: Look forward to her newest addition to Mitford
Review: To put it simply....the best series I've read in years. Have been passing these to my neighbor and we're anxiously awaiting her next installment. Bravo!!!

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Summary: Refreshing. Inspirational. "Feel good" read.
Review: All four books of this series are delightful. I have recommended them to all my friends. The characters became real and I couldn't wait to get by hands on each sequel. They are such a refreshing change from the murder mysteries and average, predictable romance novels. I can hardly wait to see what Karon comes out with next.

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Summary: Jan Karon Leaves You Wanting MORE!
Review: A friend from California sent me all four books while I was recovering from ankle surgery. I couldn't stop reading! All four books are a delight, and I can't wait for the fifth (I've heard it is on the way!) to be available. The characters are all so well-developed, they feel like old friends. I've started 3 friends on the series, and they're all hooked. Thanks Jan Karon for bringing the wonderful village of Mitford to print!

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Summary: Delicious is the best word to describe Karon's books.
Review: Just wonderful, all four books. Hope the 5th one is on the way soon. I have shared my copies with about 15 different people and they all agree Karon is a must read.

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Summary: The Mitford Series appeal to the heart and soul.
Review: The four Mitford books would be good at any time of year. The preacher, young boy, dog, and community members could be found in many towns. Meeting the characters, becoming their friends, participating in their lives, and experiencing their joys and problems touches the reader's life in an unforgettable way. It's difficult to realize that the books are fiction. These are the best books I have found in years.

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Summary: The whole series is WONDERFUL
Review: I have read them all and loved each one of them. My only disappointment is that there has not been a new one in quite some time. I truly feel like I know each character,including Barnabus and they are all likeable and people you would like for neighbors in a town you would enjoy living in.

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Summary: HEARTWARMING--EVEN BETTER THAN ITS THREE PREDECESSORS!
Review: FATHER TIM, CYNTHIA,AND DOOLEY, et.al., BRING THE CRESCENDO THAT IS THE MITFORD SERIES TO A JOYOUS AND HEARTWARMING CONCLUSION. SAY IT ISN'T SO, JAN!! SURELY, THERE IS MORE TO TELL REGARDING THIS TOWN OF DELIGHTFUL C HARACTERS, WHOM WE HAVE ALL COME TO KNOW AND LOVE!

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Summary: One of the best series of books that I have ever read
Review: The Mitford series was so great to read, I am anxiously awaiting for the 5th book to come out. I will be buying it the minute it hits the bookstore. The interaction between the people of the town is so wonderful. I passed the entire series on to my family who also enjoyed the series very much. Jan Karon is a very creative writer.

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Summary: One of the best books I have read.
Review: I love The Mitford series, this one in particular. Ms. Karon brings life into the day to day activities of Father Tim and the people in the village of Mitford. Don't miss this continuation of the wonderful southern small town story. I sincerely hope that Ms. Karon will continue this delightful series as Father Tim and Cynthia enter retirement.