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Tuesday, April 26, 2011

'The Peach Keeper' by Sarah Addison Allen (TLC Review + Book Giveaway)

 
I would put the synopsis of the book here for you to read, but honestly I think it gives away too much of the story. I liked this blurb on TLC's webpage and thought it fit what you can expect from this book perfectly!

                   Allen juggles smalltown history and mystical thriller, character development and
eerie  magical realism in a fine Southern gothic drama. 
The underlying tension will please and unnerve readers,
as well as leave them eager for Allen’s next.
-Publisher’s Weekly
 
My Thoughts: I have been anxiously waiting for this book to come out! I fell under Sarah's spell when I happened upon "Garden Spells" on my library shelves way back in 2007. After that I have literally gobbled up everything this author has offered and I happy to say that I really enjoyed this one. I actually felt like I was watching a version of "Practical Magic" while I was reading this book. I enjoyed the southern location. What's not to love about the quaint and charming town of Water Falls, North Carolina? Allen once again serves up a great cast of characters along with food (click here for Rachel's coffee snacks) that had my mouth watering. What I truly enjoyed the most was the underlying message of true friendship...you don't find that every day and when you do, you need to value it and take care of it.

Recommend? Absolutely..if this is your first time reading Allen you will not be disappointed and I'm sure it will cause you to search out her other magical creations! Be warned though...once you start you will become addicted. But I'm sure that is what Sarah intended all along....she's magical that way!!! Read an excerpt from The Peach Keeper right now....

Rating: 8.5/10

Published: March 22, 2011
Publisher: Bantam
Pages:273
Genre: Another delicious and magical southern story
ISBN: 9780553807226
 
 
 
 
 
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28 comments:

  1. hehehehehe... I actually hate surprises, so I always want it spoiled for me! LOL!! I read the first 3-4 chapters and then read the last 5 pages! LOL!! This sounds good! :):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):)

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  2. I love this books cover, it just looks like it would be a fab read. I am intrigued by your reference to Practical Magic and I do love the southern location as well. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  3. I think this one has the most lovely book trailer. Saw it on another blog. The voice of the woman who narrates just drips with Southern speak. LOL

    Glad you enjoyed this. It's on my Kindle to read soon.

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  4. Sounds like another winner by this author. I'll have to try it out.

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  5. I've read and loved all her books so I'm thrilled to see you enjoyed it! And, yes, I don't like a synopsis (or a review for that matter) to give away too much of the book. That happens a lot, I've noticed. Nice review, Staci :)

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  6. Ah, I have to start reading these again - I loved Garden Spells! Great review!

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  7. I was already excited about this book, but your review makes me want to drop everything and read it right now.

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  8. I don't know why I haven't read one of Allen's books yet -- I was intrigued by this one and I have it coming up soon. So glad you enjoyed it and recommend it.

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  9. This sounds great and I absolutely love the title and cover! Something about this time of year and peaches... I just bought some peach verbena which I have never seen before, and even if it dies in a couple of weeks (as it probably will with my luck), it's so beautiful I'm having a great time looking at it while it lives! :--)

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  10. I have been wanting to read Garden Spells for the longest. This one might be tho one I go for first now. I loved Practical Magic.

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  11. I've had this one on my wish list for awhile. I love the sound of it...and the cover.

    But what I've discovered in the last little while is how much I'm loving the Southern settings in the books I'm reading. I feel as though I've dropped into a cozy, friendly and lovely world of friendships and traditions.

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  12. I've got this one on my shelf (I checked it out of the library). I agree about blurbs giving away too much sometimes. It makes me glad that I didn't read one (or the back of this book) yet.

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  13. I completely agree with the details given in reviews/synopsis.... I just want to know if you recommend a book and why. I will read the book for the experience. So many people write book 'reports' sharing so many details that I don't feel I need to read the book. (I just shared too much... some people will be annoyed with my opinion) :)

    I think I will add this book to my list, it's getting good reviews!

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  14. It sounds wonderful. This is one's on my tbr list!

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  15. The book sounds wonderful, I so wanna read a book by her and found out for myself what her writing is like

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  16. I just read this book, too, and really enjoyed it. I am looking forward to her next book!

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  17. I've heard so many good things about this book, and I'm glad to see you enjoyed it, too. And the cover is absolutely gorgeous!

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  18. So glad you enjoyed it!! Thanks so much for being on the tour!

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  19. Glad to know you enjoyed this one. I am looking forward to reading it.

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  20. ooh I like--nice intro to the book. I hope your Easter was nice.

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  21. i'm glad to see that you enjoy this! i just purchased secret gardens the other day and i'm looking forward to reading one of sarah addison allen's books.

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  22. I haven't read any of her books. I shy away from magical realism and I understand that her books fall into that category. BUT, she's so popular! I'd give it a shot if I could work it in. Lovely cover.

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  23. Everyone who reads this book loves it. It must be truly magical. I am going to have to read it.

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  24. Yay! I'm so glad you loved it. I still have to read her third, but I like to stretch them out a bit because they are so good!

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  25. This sounds like a book that I would enjoy. I'll pick it up from the library next time that I'm there..thanks for sharing about this book!

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  26. I really adored this book too! I doubt there is anything she could write that I wouldn't like. Glad you liked it too!

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  27. Ooh this one is on my wishlist, I loved Sarah Addison Allen's previous works and Practical Magic is a favourite movie lol

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  28. You said it. Sarah Allen Addison is absolutely addictive. I read all her books in the span of two weeks.

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