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With the death of her father, Jo-Beth, her brother, and their mother, Johanna, move in with relatives in town. There, Johanna makes a living sewing her exquisite quilts and Jo-Beth discovers a special friend. Kind, thoughtful, and deep, Wesley Rutherford draws Jo-Beth like a magnet. . .and their attachment to one another becomes strong. Strong enough to endure separation while Wes studies in Philadelphia. Strong enough to make their future together seem certain. . .until the Civil War forces a decision that places Wes at odds with friends and family. Can their love survive a war that will rend a nation in two? Like the pieces of silk, velvet, and ribbon in one of her mother's quilts, the patchwork events of Jo-Beth's life will be knit together by God into a pattern of their own--one of sorrow, joy, and grace. . . .… (more)
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I liked the way this story portrayed the feelings of both sides of this war. I also liked the way the author gave us some insights into the White House back then and the President, Abraham Lincoln. It was a time of bitter conflict and I most appreciated Wesley's take on what was going on. Too bad more people couldn't see things from his point of view. It is a tender love story, but much more because it gives us a glimpse into a time of history that is full of pain and sorrow. I look forward to reading the conclusion to this series, "The Promise" next.