
Sunday Book Review -Life’s Rich Tapestry-Woven in Words by Sally Cronin
Welcome to my Sunday Book Review. I’m delighted to be sharing my review for Sally Cronin’s newest release – Life’s Rich Tapestries – Woven in words. For those of you who aren’t familiar with Sally’s writing, you’re in for a treat. For those of you who are familiar – you’re in for a treat. Sally’s versatile writing shows up in this smorgasbord of tales. Whether short stories, flash fiction or poetry, Sally can sweep us up with her words, no matter the genre, her stories always include a sentiment that will tug at your heartstrings.
Blurb:
Life’s Rich Tapestry is a collection of verse, microfiction and short stories that explore many aspects of our human nature and the wonders of the natural world. Reflections on our earliest beginnings and what is yet to come, with characters as diverse as a French speaking elephant and a cyborg warrior.
Finding the right number of syllables for a Haiku, Tanka, Etheree or Cinquain focuses the mind; as does 99 word microfiction, bringing a different level of intensity to storytelling. You will find stories about the past, the present and the future told in 17 syllables to 2,000 words, all celebrating life.
This book is also recognition of the value to a writer, of being part of a generous and inspiring blogging community, where writing challenges encourage us to explore new styles and genres.
My 5 Star Review:
Sally Cronin certainly is a master at weaving with words. No matter how many or few, her words will paint a complete story and leave us with a satisfactory optimism or a tug at our heartstrings.
In this author’s newest release of tales to inspire, we’ll find a smorgasbord of forms of writing from various forms of poetry – Haiku, Etherees and Cinquain poetry to condensed micro fiction, where stories are wrapped up complete despite a minimal word count, to short stories on speculative fiction. A wonderful mixed bag of tales covering topics such as: random thoughts, seasons, aging, nature, holidays, fairies, romance, pets, to the human condition and life lessons.
My favorite Flash Fiction story – The Witch’s Handbook Spell #356 – Removal of Inhibitions for ‘The Devilish Mojito’, and her heartwarming short stories like The Ugly Mutt that will keep you engaged as evil doers try to do harm, kept me cheering for Brian. One story in particular had me glued from beginning to end – Great Aunt Georgina. This story begins with a little girl and her family visiting her Grandma. The little girl looked forward to those visits where Grandma would pull out the old photo albums and introduce her to family of the past era. In later years, after Gran is gone the girl now in her twenties learns a never told family secret, discovered by looking through old letters sent to her Gran Elizabeth by her sister Georgina. From the letters we learn about betrayal, grief, karma, and reckoning (no spoilers), and ultimately, forgiveness.
The last half of the book is focused on the short stories. Among them, I also enjoyed the story about Onions that ended a marriage, a magical tale – A Moment of Alignment – about love, loss and a chance to meet up with a lost loved one when the sun and the moon align, and The Enhancement Project– a sci-fi short where Cronin manages to zing in her ‘known for’ sentimental ending.
Sally Cronin has the knack for bringing in emotions to her stories no matter the genre. She wraps up the book beautifully with a fashionable tribute to ‘The Duchess‘, a tribute to Cronin’s mother.
A wonderful book with something to satisfy all genre readers. I highly recommend.
You can visit all Sally’s books on Amazon
Adding a note here since I just discovered Sally has added a generous offer today on her blog FREE books!
Note from Sally:
I know that your TBR piles are in danger of collapsing with all the books that you have bought over the year but, if you would like to add a few more to the list waiting to be read then I would like to offer you one a selection of my eBooks for FREE.
Would I love some more reviews, of course, but there are no strings attached with these books, if you can drop me a line to let me know you have enjoyed at some point then I am more than happy.
There are nine Kindle (mobi) and Epub for other devices books included in the offer … all you have to do is email me on sally.cronin@moyhill.com and let me know which book and which version you need.
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76 Comments
Robbie Cheadle
A delightful review of Sally’s new book, Debby. I’ll be reading this over Christmas and I am looking forward to it a great deal.
sally cronin
Thanks Robbie and I hope that you enjoy when you have a chance to read..hugs
Sally Cronin
Thank you so much Debby for a wonderfully crafted review and so happy that you enjoyed… Christmas come early..♥♥
dgkaye
My pleasure Sal. You know how much I enjoy your stories. You never disappoint! <3 <3
Stevie Turner
A fantastic review, Debby. Well done Sally! x
dgkaye
Thanks Stevie! 🙂 xx
Sally Cronin
Thank you Stevie.. Debby is a star.. xx
Darlene Foster
Great review of Sally´s book. She is a wonderful writer.
dgkaye
Sally knows how to capture a reader for sure. Thanks Darlene <3
sally cronin
Thank you Darlene…hugs xx
Pete Springer
What a wonderful review, Debby! I haven’t picked Sally’s latest book up yet, but the variety sounds tasty—it’s almost like a Smorgasbord. Hey, that sounds like a good name for a blog! 😎
dgkaye
Lol Pete, exactly!!!!!!!!! No wonder she named her blog a smorgasbord of assortment! 🙂 🙂
sally cronin
Thanks Pete…perhaps it might catch on….hugs
Jacqui Murray
I just finished Sally’s book and your review is spot on. My favorite story–Charlie the Junkyard Dog. But I’m a sucker for dogs!
dgkaye
Lol, funny how we all gravitate to different stories. Sally never disappoints no matter the genre. 🙂
Sally Cronin
Thanks again Jacqui.. two of my favourite authors giving it the thumbs up has made me very happy… and I am quite attached to Charlie too…hugs
dgkaye
<3
Balroop Singh
What a wonderful review of Sally’s latest release! This book is on my reading list Deb, thanks for the inspiration. Congratulations Sally.
dgkaye
Glad to hear Balroop. Sally will be thrilled 🙂 x
Sally Cronin
Thank you Balroop, and wishing you happy reading..hugs xxx♥
Marian Beaman
Thanks for the fine review, Debby! Sally’s “Tapestry” books is now on my Kindle. Amazon makes it so easy with one-click – ha!
dgkaye
Wonderful Marian. Enjoy the read 🙂
Sally Cronin
Thank you very much Marian.. I hope you enjoy.. hugsx
Janet Gogerty
I have just started reading Life’s Rich Tapestry – I always have a collection on the go on my Kindle to dip into between novels and non- fiction.
dgkaye
Oh, that’s wonderful Janet! No doubt you will enjoy as what’s not love about Sally’s stories. 🙂 x
Sally Cronin
Thanks Janet…hope you enjoy dipping in to it…hugsx
Janice Spina
Sounds wonderful, Debby! Thanks for sharing your fabulous review! I have Sally’s book on my Kindle. I look forward to reading it. Congrats. Sal, on this new book and excellent review! 😘🤗❤️To you both! 🎄🎁🎉🥰🎊 Merry Christmas!
dgkaye
Thank you Janice. And nice to see you back around blogtown. You must be refreshed from you winter getaway! <3 xxx Merry Christmas my friend. Hugs xox
Sally Cronin
Thank you so much Janice that is lovely of you…♥♥
Jim Borden
what a wonderful review, but no surprise there. Sounds like you had wonderful material to work with – Sally’s book – and when you add your flair for book reviews, I knew it would be good.
dgkaye
Thank you for the wonderful compliment Jim. And yes, no surprise! 🙂
Sally Cronin
Thanks Jim.. for the compliment and also I agree very delighted with Debby’s review… She is amazing..
Toni Pike
Hi Debby, Such a great review, and it sounds as if Sally’s new book would make the perfect Christmas gift. I can’t wait to read it. Toni x
dgkaye
Hi Toni. For sure this book would be a delightful gift. 🙂 xx
Sally Cronin
Thank you Toni.. and I hope you enjoy if you get the chance to read…hugs
Diana Peach
I’m about 1/2 way through this book, Debby. Just starting the short stories. And I also enjoyed The Witch’s Handbook Spell #356. 😀 Another wonderful read from Sally.
dgkaye
Fabulous Diana! Grab a cuppa and enjoy the short stories. <3
Sally Cronin
Thanks Diana…lovely to hear and thank you again for the inspiring prompts for some of the stories…hugs
Hilary
Hi Debby and Sally … I’m popping over to grab one of your books Sally … as this ‘Life’s Rich Tapestry’ … looks a great read … cheers and thank you both – Hilary
dgkaye
Hi Hilary. Delighted to hear as I’m sure Sally will be too. <3
Sally Cronin
Thanks Hilary and look forward to hearing from you when you have chosen a book.. x
Carol Balawyder
I’ve always admired Sally. She is a true blessing to our blogging community and have always enjoyed her books. I am happy to learn about her latest book and look forward to reading it. <3
Congratulations, Sally, and your generosity by offering a free book continues to shine through. xxx
Thanks, Debby, for your luring review. <3
dgkaye
Hi Carol, thanks for dropping by and leaving your lovely words here for Sally and myself. Sally never disappoints! <3
Sally Cronin
Thank you Carol and congratulations on your new book too…exciting times..hugsx
Jacquie Biggar
Congrats to Sally on a well-deserved wonderful review! Life’s Rich Tapestry Woven in Words sounds as lovely and heartwarming as Sally herself. I look forward to reading it soon!
dgkaye
You always know when it’s a Sally story Jacquie! You won’t be disappointed. 🙂 xx
Sally Cronin
Thank you Jacquie… I hope you enjoy..hugsxx
Amy M Reade
I knew when I heard Sally had a new book coming out that it would be something wonderful. I’m looking forward to reading this. Your review was delightful, Debby.
dgkaye
Thanks so much Amy. Sally will be delighted. 🙂 x
Sally Cronin
Thank you for the kind comment and Debby is right I am delighted… hugsxxx
Sherri Matthews
What a wonderful review of Sally’s delightful latest book, Deb. I’ve shared on Twitter and also have linked this post in my Christmas post, working on it as I type lol. My TBR list is indeed on the verge of collapse, but I am really really hoping to get more into reading and reviewing next year now that I’m getting my memoir MS ‘out there’ for publication…determined for next year lol. Great big Christmas hugs to you both lovely dear ladies Deb and Sally 🙂 <3 xoxo
dgkaye
Oh thanks so much Sher, for dropping by, leaving your kind words and for linking to this post. You’re a doll! Wishing you and yours all a beautiful Christmas season and lots of love and goodness for the New Year and always. <3 <3 xxxxx
Sherri Matthews
Always, dear Deb, it’s my pleasure and honour to read and share as I can for you both. Your support and friendship means the world to me and I love that we are sharing the journey here in blogland. Thank you so much, and lots of love back to you for a wonderful, blessed Christmas and New Year and a fantastic year ahead 🙂 <3 <3 <3 xxxxx
dgkaye
Thank you again my Lovely!!! Happy Happy! <3 <3 xxx
Sally Cronin
Thank you so much Sherri and delighted your memoir will be available next year for Debby and I to showcase. Have a wonderful Christmas…♥
Sherri Matthews
My absolute pleasure, Sally, ditto to you in my reply to Debby! I’m honoured and as always, thank you so much for your amazing support not just for me but so many bloggers and writers. Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year and here’s to an exciting 2020 ahead! Love & Christmas hugs to you 🙂 <3 xxx
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dgkaye
Thanks so much Sal! <3
Harmony Kent
This is a lovely review for Sally’s book. Looks like another one for my TBR for sure. Thanks for sharing, Debby 🙂
dgkaye
Thanks Harmony. I know you won’t be disappointed! 🙂
sally cronin
Thank you so much Harmony… very kind of you..hugs
Mary Smith
Great review. I’m hoping to have some time over the Christmas holidays to read this.
dgkaye
Fantastic Mary! Thank you 🙂 xx
Sally Cronin
Thanks Mary… wishing you time and happy reading.. I am planning to switch off and give my TBR the gift of reading some books..hugs
lisa thomson
Sally’s new book sounds fabulous, Deb. Thanks for sharing your review. I’ll be getting this one for sure. I’m currently enjoying Tales From the Irish Garden 😀 Loving it so much! Congratulations to Sally on her new release!
dgkaye
Thanks bunches Lis. I’m glad to hear you’re enjoying another of Sally’s books. Hard to pick a favorite as I’m a big Sally fan. Although, I have to say, Just an Odd Job Girl just resonates with me! <3
Sally Cronin
Thanks Lisa and delighted you are enjoying Tales from an Irish Garden.. hugs xx
John howell
Beautiful review, Debby. Sally is a treasure and was so nice seeing her book reviewed by you.
dgkaye
Thanks so much John. You said it! Sally is a treasure for all of us. 🙂
Sally Cronin
Thank you John…hugsx
Liesbet
Fabulous review, Debby! And, a fun and interesting book that I will now have to add to my TBR list! 🙂
dgkaye
Wonderful Liesbet. I know you’ll enjoy 🙂
Sally Cronin
Thank you Liesbet that is very kind. x
Jane Sturgeon
Wonderful review, Debby, of Sally’s lovely book. Top of my reading list. Your new profile pic is fab, Sally. <3
dgkaye
Thanks so much Jane. Yes, Sally is sporting a fresh new look. She looks ready for the beach, lol. <3 xx
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