The Runaway Quilt
The Runaway Quilt
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Waterford, Pennsylvania • 1840s
2003
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Runaway Quilt by Jennifer Chiaverini, an individual discovers a quilt and diary that unveil new insights into the Underground Railroad and family history. Set within the Elm Creek Quilts series, the narrative explores themes of legacy, identity, and the intertwining stories of past and present through quilting.
Nostalgic
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Runaway Quilt by Jennifer Chiaverini offers an engaging blend of historical intrigue and quilting lore, appreciated for its richly woven narrative and authentic depiction of friendships. Some readers feel the pacing is uneven, and the multiple timelines can be confusing, but fans of the Elm Creek Quilts series will likely enjoy this installment.
Who Should Read The Runaway Quilt?
A reader who enjoys The Runaway Quilt by Jennifer Chiaverini likely appreciates historical fiction with themes of quilting and family heritage. Fans of The Quilter's Apprentice or The Secret Life of Bees would find similar enjoyment in this rich narrative that intertwines past and present.
9,528 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Waterford, Pennsylvania • 1840s
2003
Adult
18+ years
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