A Stitch and a Prayer #review

In A Stitch and a Prayer by Eva Gibson a quilt becomes a labour of love for a lonely wife separated from her young husband.

After her fiance returns from the Klondike gold rush in 1897, Florence Harms sets about building a new life in her new marriage – even though the lingering effects of an illness have left her weak and vulnerable. The two work tirelessly to clear the land around their Northwest cabin – content with their modest life.

But a stranger comes around and Florence suddenly senses a restlessness in Will’s spirit that she had never seen before. When he leaves her with only a note that tells her he will return before their baby’s birth she is devastated and the illness that stiffens her joints returns. Counting down the days until Will walks back through her door, Florence busies herself with a Tree of Life quilt displaying a map of the farm they will call home. Doubt claws at her heart as Florence struggles to believe Will’s promise to return to her. Will her labour of love and Faith in God sustain her as she waits to see her beloved again?

A Stitch and a Prayer is a beautiful story of love, faith and community. Florence is devastated when Will leaves but has faith in him and God that he will return in time. Even when the illness ravages her body she still carries on – carrying for the baby and using the quilt to help with her faith. Her loved ones around her rally around her to protect her, to help her and to love and guide her. Her strength is unbreakable even though her body is fragile and vulnerable. I loved every moment of this story.

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Disclosure: I received a digital copy of this book in order to facilitate this review. All opinions expressed are my own.