Friday, April 27, 2012

Marie Bostwick's Ties That Bind Book Tour

Run, don't walk, to buy Ties That Bind!

I'm so excited to be part of this blog tour today! Before reading this book, I had never read any of Marie Bostwick's books. I was a little leery of jumping into the middle of a series, but it was as if this book stood alone. This is one of those great books where the characters become your close friends. I would love to call up the main characters and see what they're up to now. Do you know what I mean?

Here's a synopsis:
Christmas is fast approaching, and New Bern, Connecticut, is about to receive the gift of a new pastor, hired sight unseen to fill in while Reverend Tucker is on sabbatical. Meanwhile, Margot Matthews' friend, Abigail, is trying to match-make even though Margot has all but given up on romance. She loves her job at the Cobbled Court Quilt Shop and the life and friendships she's made in New Bern; she just never thought she'd still be single on her fortieth birthday.

It's a shock to the entire town when Phillip A. Clarkson turns out to be Philippa. Truth be told, not everyone is happy about having a female pastor. Yet despite a rocky start, Philippa begins to settle in—finding ways to ease the townspeople's burdens, joining the quilting circle, and forging a fast friendship with Margot. When tragedy threatens to tear Margot's family apart, that bond—and the help of her quilting sisterhood—will prove a saving grace. And as she untangles her feelings for another new arrival in town, Margot begins to realize that it is the surprising detours woven into life's fabric that provide its richest hues and deepest meaning…

I truly loved this book! Would you like to win a copy for yourself? Simply leave a comment here on my blog. The winners will be drawn on May 2.

For other chances to win, stop at all the other blogs on the hop:

Tuesday, April 24
Michele - Quilting Gallery - http://quiltinggallery.com/
Jackie - Canton Village Quilt Works - http://cvquiltworks.blogspot.com/
Wendy - Ivory Spring - http://ivoryspring.wordpress.com/

Wednesday, April 25
Jennifer - SewHooked - http://sewhooked.com/
Erin - One Piece at a Time - http://erinrussek.typepad.com/

Thursday, April 26
Victoria - Bumble Beans Inc. - http://bumblebeansinc.blogspot.com/
Sandi - A Legacy of Stitches - http://alegacyofstitches.blogspot.com/

Friday, April 27
Michele - With Heart and Hands - http://www.with-heart-and-hands.com/
Melissa - Lilac Lane - http://www.blog.melissastramel.com/ That's Me!

Saturday, April 28
Melissa - Sew Bitter Sweet Designs - http://blog.sewbittersweetdesigns.com/
Kim - Crafty Apple - http://kimscraftyapple.blogspot.com/

Thanks so much to Michele at the Quilting Gallery for putting this hop together! And don't forget to leave a comment for your chance to win.
Love,
xoxo
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83 comments:

  1. SandraApril 27, 2012 at 7:53 AM

    Let me be the first to say that I am a big fan of Marie. Have read all of her Cobble Court series and have visited the little town that "New Bern" is patterened after. Very lovely person and great books.

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  2. Joyce CarterApril 27, 2012 at 8:22 AM

    I love to read, but have not read any of Marie's books. I am very interested in it and would love to win this book. Thank you so much for the chance.

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  3. MoonBeamApril 27, 2012 at 8:28 AM

    Your little review makes me think that this is a book, and a series, that I would enjoy. Please enter me in the giveaway,

    Bobbi

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  4. Paula, the quilterApril 27, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    Having read Marie's previous books, I am eager to read this one. Please add me to your drawing.

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  5. LynApril 27, 2012 at 8:44 AM

    I am a new follower. Thanks for the chance to win a copy of the book.

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  6. LaurelApril 27, 2012 at 9:02 AM

    i'm a big fan of her books.... and am so looking forward to this one!

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  7. Linda at LRDesignsQuiltingApril 27, 2012 at 9:03 AM

    Thanks for the chance to win! I have not read any of her books but would love to!

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  8. Kathy HApril 27, 2012 at 9:07 AM

    I haven't read any of Marie's books yet but several of my friends have recommended her books so I am looking forward to reading them. Thanks for the chance to win her latest book.

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  9. AnonymousApril 27, 2012 at 9:08 AM

    this book sounds interesting. I'm going to see if it is available on Kindle

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  10. Gene BlackApril 27, 2012 at 9:08 AM

    Thanks for the great opportunity to win this book. I would love to read one of Marie's books and see if I fall in love with her writing.

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  11. AnonymousApril 27, 2012 at 9:23 AM

    I have not read any of Marie's books yet, but I would like to and hope to win a copy.

    Thanks,

    senstrings@yahoo.com

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  12. tubakkApril 27, 2012 at 9:26 AM

    I hope to win this book. Thanks for the giveaway. Greetings from Norway!

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  13. EstieApril 27, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    Thanks for the book giveaway. Hope I win a copy of Ties That Bind!

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  14. EstieApril 27, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    Thanks for the book giveaway. Hope I win a copy of Ties That Bind!

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  15. SallyApril 27, 2012 at 9:36 AM

    I'd love to try one of Marie's books! Thanks for opportunity

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  16. Josie McRazieApril 27, 2012 at 9:47 AM

    This looks like a lovely book! I need me a copy! (please and thank you! LOL)

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  17. KarenApril 27, 2012 at 9:54 AM

    I would love to read this book. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  18. ThreadCatcherApril 27, 2012 at 10:03 AM

    I've enjoyed Marie's previous books and I would love to win a copy of her latest to add to my collection. Thanks for the opportunity.

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  19. JohannaApril 27, 2012 at 10:18 AM

    Love her books! I missed her book signing last year, hopefully, I'll catch her this year!

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  20. KathrynApril 27, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    Sounds like another good read. Thanks for the giveaway. Kathie L in Allentwon

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  21. CeciliaApril 27, 2012 at 10:29 AM

    I would love to win a copy of this book.

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  22. WendyApril 27, 2012 at 10:38 AM

    I just finished reading Threading the Needle and really enjoyed it. Would love to win this won! Thanks for the synopsis.

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  23. WendyApril 27, 2012 at 10:39 AM

    I just finished reading Threading the Needle and really enjoyed it. Would love to win this won! Thanks for the synopsis.

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  24. DeeApril 27, 2012 at 10:40 AM

    I am so enjoying the blog tour. thank you for the opportunity to enter this contest.

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  25. Karen, aka YayaApril 27, 2012 at 10:41 AM

    I would love to win a copy of Marie Bostwick's latest book. I'm a new follower of your blog!

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  26. MissesStitchesApril 27, 2012 at 10:52 AM

    Love your blog! I'd sure like to win this book! Her other books were good, too.

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  27. CeciliaApril 27, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    I've read Marie's other two books and I would love to read this one as well.

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  28. zonnedekensApril 27, 2012 at 11:11 AM

    I haven't read any of Maria's books, but they sound wonderful. I'd love to read it .greetings from Belgium

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  29. Dirt Road QuilterApril 27, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    Thank you for the opportunity to put my name in the hat! I loved the previous books in Marie's Cobbled Court series and I am looking forward to reading her newest installment. Write faster Marie! LOL.

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  30. BillieBee (billiemick)April 27, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    Looks like a great read!

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  31. JoyceLMApril 27, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    I'm a big fan of Marie Bostwick's books. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  32. quiltercarolineApril 27, 2012 at 11:50 AM

    Sounds like a great book. Thanks for the chance to win a copy.

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  33. ReginaApril 27, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    Have never read her books - would be a good way to get started!!!

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  34. Maria KievitApril 27, 2012 at 12:20 PM

    Would love the chance to win this book. Thanks!

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  35. LorisApril 27, 2012 at 12:53 PM

    I just learned of Marie's books today and can't wait to read one. Thank you for hosting the giveaway.

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  36. Judy1522April 27, 2012 at 12:57 PM

    Thank you for the giveaway. I am pretty sure that this is a book that I will enjoy reading.

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  37. Darlene BApril 27, 2012 at 1:08 PM

    I would love to win a copy of this book! Loved the previous 4 books...Thanks for the opportunity to win!

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  38. ArianeApril 27, 2012 at 1:23 PM

    I would love to win this book. Thanks for the chance to win!!

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  39. mary eApril 27, 2012 at 1:44 PM

    i really enjoyed visiting your blog, nice. great giveaway! :>)

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  40. The Village QueenApril 27, 2012 at 1:45 PM

    Love her books. Thanks for the chance!

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  41. ElizabethApril 27, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    I'm looking forward to reading Marie's new book. I enjoy reading fiction about quilters. thanks for sharing.

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  42. Gmama JaneApril 27, 2012 at 2:21 PM

    I'm thrilled to have a chance to win in your give-away! I love your new fabric design!! I am in awe of those who can design fabric. How on earth do you do it? It looks so complicated! For those of us who remember how few our choices were back in the 70's and even 80's when it came to fabric,Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!
    Blessings
    Gmama Jane

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  43. SewgirlApril 27, 2012 at 3:37 PM

    I enjoy reading "quilt" related books, and often seek them out for my summer reading. I have ready several of the previous books Marie has written, and would love to "catch up" with the folks in the cobbled court yet again!

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  44. UnknownApril 27, 2012 at 3:59 PM

    lovely, thank you for this chance. hugs

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  45. JulieApril 27, 2012 at 4:12 PM

    I love her books -- can't wait to read this one :)

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  46. CelineApril 27, 2012 at 4:23 PM

    I had never heard of Marie before the blog hop but I am very tempted and have added her block on my amazon wish list, in case I am not the lucky one. Thanks for the chance to win.
    Celine_Combet at yahoo.co.uk

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  47. Louise in IowaApril 27, 2012 at 4:33 PM

    Thanks for taking part in this giveaway. First, I love Marie's books and am glad to have the opportunity to win one. Second, I found a new blog (yours) to add to my list!

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  48. Diane WildApril 27, 2012 at 4:37 PM

    I'm a fan of Marie Bostwick and like her books. Thanks for the chance to win a copy.

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  49. Sherri April 27, 2012 at 5:20 PM

    Thank you for participating in this blog hop! I adore Marie's books and have read all in this series, except for the one I hope to win! lol

    I think you will really like her other books too.

    :)

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  50. UcanQuilt2April 27, 2012 at 5:23 PM

    I m a new follower - Love your blog. I appreciate the opportunity for this amazing give-a-way. Thanks

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  51. Bev CApril 27, 2012 at 6:33 PM

    Hello Melissa,

    Thanks for the chance to enter your giveaway for Marie's book.

    Happy days.
    Bev.xoxo

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  52. The Thimblemouse of Country CrossroadsApril 27, 2012 at 6:40 PM

    I've only discovered Marie a few months ago - and must admit, have still not had a chance to look for or read her books. But what a thrill - to discover a new (to me) author that I look forward to reading.

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  53. Jeanne GwinApril 27, 2012 at 6:46 PM

    I would love to win a copy of Marie's newest book. thanks for a chance.

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  54. PattyApril 27, 2012 at 8:26 PM

    Thank you for the chance to win this book. I love to read, and this sounds like a very good book.

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  55. stichnRNApril 27, 2012 at 8:50 PM

    if i don't win a book here i guess i will just have to go buy one. would REALLY be nice to win though.

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  56. BengalPupApril 27, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    Fingers crossed ;)

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  57. Donna JoyApril 27, 2012 at 9:52 PM

    This sounds like a fantastic author, would love win.

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  58. SallieApril 27, 2012 at 10:00 PM

    I'd love to win this book! Thanks for the chance!

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  59. MarripatchApril 27, 2012 at 10:30 PM

    I too haven't read any of this series. I hadn't heard of it until now. Will now be looking out for it.

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  60. SusanApril 27, 2012 at 11:33 PM

    I have never read any of Marie's books, but would LOVE to!

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  61. quiltmom annaApril 28, 2012 at 12:52 AM

    It looks like a great series- I have not read any of Marie's books but they sound like they are wonderful stories.
    Thanks for the chance to win one of her books.
    Regards,
    Anna

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  62. linnyApril 28, 2012 at 1:55 AM

    I would love to read this book, it sounds like a great read. Thanks for the chance to read it.
    lyn.robyn.smith@gmail.com

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  63. heleenApril 28, 2012 at 4:22 AM

    i would love to read this book

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  64. Pippa ParsonsApril 28, 2012 at 7:05 AM

    ive read one of hers and thanks for given us the heads up on the new one, will search for it on amazon.

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  65. QuiltinGramApril 28, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    I am an avid reader/quilter and can't wait to start reading Maria's books as she is a new author to me. Chance to win..fantastic..thank you.
    CathyC in Alberta
    cathyc1950@gmail.com

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  66. OhioLoriApril 28, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    Have never read one of Marie's books.......but sound wonderful!

    Thanks for chance to win! :)

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  67. AnonymousApril 28, 2012 at 1:10 PM

    I would love to read this book. Thanks for the giveaway.
    linda_ca@yahoo.com

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  68. Sarah in HoustonApril 28, 2012 at 2:49 PM

    I look forward to reading it.

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  69. Faith Hope and CherryteaApril 28, 2012 at 5:29 PM

    thx for assuring this book stands alone as i'm quite keen to get into the story !

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  70. KarenApril 28, 2012 at 6:33 PM

    I have not read any of this series yet, but I will be looking for it at the library. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  71. magicthimblecreationsApril 28, 2012 at 7:52 PM

    Everyone is making this book sound like a book I would like to read.

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  72. SharonApril 28, 2012 at 8:56 PM

    This sounds like such a good book! I will definitely have to buy it! Thanks for the chnce to win.

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  73. VesuviusmamaApril 28, 2012 at 10:46 PM

    I own and have read the other books in this series, so I can't wait to read this one as well!

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  74. Renee GApril 29, 2012 at 12:58 AM

    Would love to read a copy of this.
    rsgrandinetti@yahoo(DOT)com

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  75. pinsandneedlesApril 29, 2012 at 9:34 AM

    I love Marie Bostwick's stories and characters! Looking forward to reading this one too! Thanks

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  76. Tracey @ The Peony TeacupApril 29, 2012 at 10:40 AM

    I am currently reading her first Cobbled Court quilts book... would love the chance to win the new one! Thanks Melissa!

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  77. Mama LuscoApril 29, 2012 at 10:39 PM

    I haven't seen this book before. Sounds like a good read! Thank you. mamalusco at ortelco dot net

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  78. Jill RimesApril 30, 2012 at 9:28 AM

    I enjoy Marie's books!

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  79. AnnmarieApril 30, 2012 at 9:55 AM

    I love Marie's books & would love to win her latest. Thanks for the chance!

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  80. Kd BrownApril 30, 2012 at 11:15 AM

    Love, love, LOVE Marie Bostwick's books so I would love to win this new one. Hint, hint. Thanks for a great giveaway. :)

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  81. mary eApril 30, 2012 at 1:36 PM

    thanks for the chance to win maria's latest book. fingers crossed!

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  82. CarolApril 30, 2012 at 4:33 PM

    I've read the previous books in the series and I'm looking forward to this one.

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  83. KarrieMay 1, 2012 at 12:55 PM

    Thanks for the chance to win the book! I love your blog. I can't wait to read more in the future :)

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