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This story was well written and an enjoyable read. One of my complaints, and this holds true for a lot of books in the romance genre, is that some of the things that happen in the story are a bit too predictable. A character walks onto the page and you know that it is a love match or can see the conflicts before they arise. As I just said, this isn't just for this novel in particular but romance in general. That being said, Debbie Macomber is one of my favorite authors. Although I can't say that I've read everything she has written I can say I've read the majority of her works and I always enjoy them. They help me feel a little more optimistic about life.
Bea S. (supernana1) reviewed Summer on Blossom Street (Blossom Street, Bk 6) on + 66 more book reviews
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I think this is one of the best that Macomber has written. It was so hard to put
it down and wished it could've gone on forever.
it down and wished it could've gone on forever.
Cathleen M. (cathleenm) reviewed Summer on Blossom Street (Blossom Street, Bk 6) on + 6 more book reviews
This book was a typical Debbie Macomber book. Easy- enjoyable reading . I enjoyed catching up with the Blossom Street crowd.
Pat A. (ex-chunky) reviewed Summer on Blossom Street (Blossom Street, Bk 6) on + 2 more book reviews
This book only adds to the wonderful people from Blossom Street. I loved this book and feel like they are my friends. Pat A
This book is a good one to read for relaxing and having a cup of tea. The story is about more than one person so you have to pay attention.
Leola C. (swamponkeymom) reviewed Summer on Blossom Street (Blossom Street, Bk 6) on + 353 more book reviews
Another great read and pattern. I love the Ellie character. And I love the way characters are there for each other.
Nicole G. (nyteacher) reviewed Summer on Blossom Street (Blossom Street, Bk 6) on + 152 more book reviews
Any fan of the Blossom Street books will love this addition to the series. This time around Lydia is offering a class for people who want to quit something. We get a catch-up with the lives of Lydia, Alix and Ann Marie. In addition, new characters Phoebe and Bryan are great new characters.
Marcia K. (marwan) reviewed Summer on Blossom Street (Blossom Street, Bk 6) on + 496 more book reviews
Another great read from Debbie Macomber!
La-Shauna F. (SHADY) reviewed Summer on Blossom Street (Blossom Street, Bk 6) on + 1266 more book reviews
With new characters and the reappearance of likable familiar ones, once again Macomber entwines just enough new with old and moves these woman forward into surprising new directions. Though each woman, and a man, move at their own pace, they are always brought back to where they need to be, whether it be expanding their horizons or knowing that home is always the best place to be, the women of Blossom Street are there for each other and on occasion bring new and exciting people with them on their journey.
Great addition to the Blossom Street Books. A feel good read.
Barbara S. (barbsis) -
I enjoyed revisiting the characters from [book:Twenty Wishes|2449962]. To see the progress made by Anne Marie and Ellen Roche: finding a father and a new man. To experience Lydia Goetz' fostering situation with Casey: lots of ups and downs but to be expected when the child was transferred from foster home to foster home. Alix and Jordan finally getting pregnant. And newbies Bryan Hutchinson and Phoebe Rylander falling in love. A typical chick-lit story with predictable happy endings for all.
Nancy G. (ComfyReader) reviewed Summer on Blossom Street (Blossom Street, Bk 6) on + 330 more book reviews
Of all of Debbie's series, I enjoy this one the best. Many of her other books make the women sound like whiny victims, but the voices on Blossom Street, are much stronger and more in control of their lives. Something that is very lacking in much of women's fiction.
Like the other books in this series, the comings and goings of enjoyable characters keeps me coming back. Book six takes us once again to the quilt shop where Lydia hosts a Knit to Quit class. This class if for people looking to quit something or maybe even someone.
With new characters and the reappearance of likable familiar ones, once again Macomber entwines just enough new with old and moves these woman forward into surprising new directions. Though each woman, and a man, move at their own pace, they are always brought back to where they need to be, whether it be expanding their horizons or knowing that home is always the best place to be, the women of Blossom Street are there for each other and on occasion bring new and exciting people with them on their journey.
Like the other books in this series, the comings and goings of enjoyable characters keeps me coming back. Book six takes us once again to the quilt shop where Lydia hosts a Knit to Quit class. This class if for people looking to quit something or maybe even someone.
With new characters and the reappearance of likable familiar ones, once again Macomber entwines just enough new with old and moves these woman forward into surprising new directions. Though each woman, and a man, move at their own pace, they are always brought back to where they need to be, whether it be expanding their horizons or knowing that home is always the best place to be, the women of Blossom Street are there for each other and on occasion bring new and exciting people with them on their journey.
I thourgly enjoyed the book. I hope Macomber continues to write about the lives of the Blosssom street residents. It is humourous at times, sad and a slice of ife. A good read.
Margo W. (1tiredmom) reviewed Summer on Blossom Street (Blossom Street, Bk 6) on + 69 more book reviews
Another great Blossom Street book. Debbie makes the characters come alive.
I have read all the books in the series. So, every time a new one comes out, I look for it. Light, easy, and quick read.
Robin F. (robinferguson) reviewed Summer on Blossom Street (Blossom Street, Bk 6) on + 54 more book reviews
Great read on friendship, love, and the daily lives of women!
As with the 5 books before it, this Blossom Street book was a joy to read!
Vicky A. (dunnville) reviewed Summer on Blossom Street (Blossom Street, Bk 6) on + 36 more book reviews
Another great installment in Debbie MaComber's Blosom Street series. I love reading about the characters in this series. They have become family like to me. This is one of the reasons I love reading the stories written by D.M.
Knitting and life. They're both about beginnings -- and endings. That's why it makes sense for Lydia Goetz, owner of A Good Yarn on Seattle's Blossom Street, to offer a class called Knit to Quit. It's for people who want to quit something -- or someone! -- and start a new phase of their lives. First to join is Phoebe Rylander. She recently ended her engagement to a man who doesn't know the meaning of faithful, and she's trying to get over him. Then there's Alix Turner. She and her husband, Jordan, want a baby, which means she has to quit smoking. And Bryan Hutchinson joins the class because he needs a way to deal with the stress of running his family's business -- not to mention the lawsuit brought against him by an unscrupulous lawyer. Life can be as complicated as a knitting pattern. Just ask Anne Marie Roche. She and her adopted daughter, Ellen, finally have the happiness they wished for. And then a stranger comes to her bookstore asking questions. Or ask Lydia herself. Not only is she coping with her increasingly frail mother, but she and Brad have unexpectedly become foster parents to an angry, defiant twelve-year-old. But as Lydia already knows, when life gets difficult and your stitches are snarled, your friends can always help! Great gift! This is a great summer story; one of my favorite Debbie Macomber reads. The story and characters were so good that I could not put the book down until I finished it.
Spoilers included:
Not as well written as some of the other Blossom Street novels in my opinion. It definitely isn't a stand alone book and in many ways have unfinished stories.
The best story so far was Lydia's and Cassey. It was interesting and was very well rounded. Phoebe and Hutch's story was very sweet.
Alix's story was everywhere and almost felt unnecessary. I think Macomber was having a hard time trying to express Alix's insecurities with motherhood and her bouts of nicotine addiction. She ended up doing a lot of telling and not showing the readers. I did love the scenes Alix had with Casey though.
I read Anne Marie and Tim's story first. In fact that was the first thing I read by Macomber. Just be aware that things are left unresolved in this book with Anne Marie. In the sequel Anne was really angry with Tim for not telling her he was engaged. After reading what happened here I can't seem to understand why Anne Marie was so hurt. In fact that story doesn't really pick up where this one left off. Here, Anne Marie was understanding of the situation and even was considering dating Tim. In the sequel, she was crazy mad and it made it seemed like Tim purposely let her on, slept with her, or at least made moves on her before telling her he was engaged. So if you continue to read Macomber, realize that there will be some inconsistency with this story.
Overall, the book was okay. I enjoyed the first and "Back on Blossom Street" better.
Not as well written as some of the other Blossom Street novels in my opinion. It definitely isn't a stand alone book and in many ways have unfinished stories.
The best story so far was Lydia's and Cassey. It was interesting and was very well rounded. Phoebe and Hutch's story was very sweet.
Alix's story was everywhere and almost felt unnecessary. I think Macomber was having a hard time trying to express Alix's insecurities with motherhood and her bouts of nicotine addiction. She ended up doing a lot of telling and not showing the readers. I did love the scenes Alix had with Casey though.
I read Anne Marie and Tim's story first. In fact that was the first thing I read by Macomber. Just be aware that things are left unresolved in this book with Anne Marie. In the sequel Anne was really angry with Tim for not telling her he was engaged. After reading what happened here I can't seem to understand why Anne Marie was so hurt. In fact that story doesn't really pick up where this one left off. Here, Anne Marie was understanding of the situation and even was considering dating Tim. In the sequel, she was crazy mad and it made it seemed like Tim purposely let her on, slept with her, or at least made moves on her before telling her he was engaged. So if you continue to read Macomber, realize that there will be some inconsistency with this story.
Overall, the book was okay. I enjoyed the first and "Back on Blossom Street" better.
Annetta D. (abdunham) reviewed Summer on Blossom Street (Blossom Street, Bk 6) on + 437 more book reviews
The next installment in the Blossom Street series by Debbie Macomber is as good as the rest of the books in the series. Macomber weaves such great stories and characters that you feel like they are all you friends and you laugh and cry along with them. As always, she reunites us with familiar characters and introduces new characters to us. All is all, a very good read and in parts a real tear jerker. Bravo, Debbie Macomber, keep up the great writing.
I couldn't wait until I got to the end to see what happened to all the characters.
Sally S. (bobsall) reviewed Summer on Blossom Street (Blossom Street, Bk 6) on + 151 more book reviews
great seires love this book
Susan G. (suegaytan) reviewed Summer on Blossom Street (Blossom Street, Bk 6) on + 11 more book reviews
This is a great book. The characters are realistic and the situations challenging but encouraging in the end.
A story of real women with real problems who join a knitting club to discuss and help each other with problems and solutions!! Great storyteller!!
Mary H. (inkdrinker) reviewed Summer on Blossom Street (Blossom Street, Bk 6) on + 97 more book reviews
So many mixed emotions...so many possible solutions...another laughing, crying, even angry situations...I wanted so much to read it straight through...but alas...true life intervenes...this one stayed on my mind even when it was lying on my nightstand!
