Quilters Circle (The Elm Creek Quilts Book 9)

The New York Times–bestselling author of The Christmas Quilt has stitched up "a true delight, complete with fascinating characters from all walks of life" (Romantic Times). When Elm Creek Quilts announces openings for two new teachers, quilters everywhere are vying to land the prestigious post. The impending departure of two founding members means untold changes for the Elm Creek Quilters.

As they begin the interview process, a single question emerges: Who can possibly take the place of beloved colleagues and friends? "We must evaluate all of the applicants' qualities," advises Master Quilter Sylvia Compson. "Our choice will say as much about us as it says about who we decide to hire."

The potential new teachers include Maggie, whose love of history shines through in all her projects; Anna, whose food-themed quilts are wonderfully innovative; Russ, the male quilter with a completely original style; Karen, a novice teacher whose gifts for language complement her deep understanding of the quilters' mission; and Gretchen, the soulful veteran whose craft is inspired by quilting tradition.

The pleasures of the novel are many—well-drawn characters, cleverly intersecting plotlines, and Chiaverini's charming sense of humor among them . . . [a] sweet, escapist series, according to Publishers Weekly.

The impending changes at Elm Creek Quilts have the quilters carefully considering the applicants. Maggie's historical quilts, Anna's innovative food-themed designs, Russ's original style, Karen's language skills and understanding of the quilters' mission, and Gretchen's soulful, tradition-inspired craft are all factors in the decision-making process.

As the Elm Creek Quilters evaluate the applicants, they must not only assess the candidates' qualities but also reflect on what their ultimate choice says about the quilting community itself. Sylvia Compson, the Master Quilter, advises, "Our choice will say as much about us as it says about who we decide to hire."

The novel's many pleasures include well-drawn characters, cleverly intersecting plotlines, and Chiaverini's charming sense of humor, as noted by Publishers Weekly. Readers can look forward to a sweet, escapist series as the Elm Creek Quilters navigate this significant transition and decide who will join their esteemed circle.

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