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Back to the Prairie

A Home Remade, a Life Rediscovered

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Back to the Prairie

By: Melissa Gilbert, Timothy Busfield
Narrated by: Melissa Gilbert
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Includes a foreword written and read by Timothy Busfield

The New York Times bestselling author and star of Little House on the Prairie returns with a hilarious and heartfelt memoir chronicling her journey from Hollywood to a ramshackle house in the Catskills during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Known for her childhood role as Laura Ingalls Wilder on the classic NBC show Little House on the Prairie, Melissa Gilbert has spent nearly her entire life in Hollywood. From Dancing with the Stars to a turn in politics, she is always on the lookout for her next project. She just had no idea that her latest one would be completely life changing.

When her husband introduces her to the wilds of rural Michigan, Melissa begins to fall back in love with nature. And when work takes them to New York, they find a rustic cottage in the Catskill Mountains to call home. But “rustic” is a generous description for the state of the house, requiring a lot of blood, sweat, and tears for the newlyweds to make habitable.

When the pandemic descends on the world, it further nudges Melissa out of the spotlight and into the woods. She trades Botox treatments for DIY projects, power lunching for gardening and raising chickens, and soon her life is rediscovered anew in her own little house in the Catskills.

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Beautifully written book. Touching and honest story. It is definitely worth reading.
I loved it!

Wonderful story

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I really enjoyed this story. It would. It’s well written and read. I found it very interesting how they went back to their roots.

Wonderful story

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I was excited about the release of this book, and pre-ordered the hardcover copy first. When it arrived, I could not put it down so I promptly purchased the audio book version (which I had planned to do anyway) . I have always preferred when the author reads their own work, and Melissa Gilbert did a wonderful job. From beginning to end -starting where she left off with Prairie Tale then taking us on her journey to where she is now- I listened to the entire book , only taking a break to actually go see Melissa at her book signing! I picked up more copies as gifts. Definitely a recommended pjrchase! Kudos to Tim Busfield on the Foreward!

Two thumbs up for BACK TO THE PRAIRIE By Melissa G

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It was very soothing to listen to, and a nice insight of someone’s journey through the pandemic. Beautifully written and beautifully narrated.

Such a comforting and beautiful book!

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I love everything in this book. So nice to get an opportunity to see some insight into Melissa’s life. Thank you so much for sharing. A must read.

Love, love, love this

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Having like so many other people, I grew up watching Little House. To hear Melissa read her story, to show love to her past was such a treat! She is a natural storyteller and I loved every word!

Beautiful Story, Amazingly Read

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I love the glimpse into your real life, and I loved your interaction with Tim!

Getting to know

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The narration was wonderful, and the book had some really entertaining funny moments, but it was very political and opinionated. I don’t read books about people and events to learn about politics. If I wanted that I would read a political book. I feel like the opinions, as far as politics were very pushy, and the agenda was very pushed upon you in this book. I feel like books should allow me to form my my own opinions on things, and if it’s a political book, it should be stated. Other than that it was OK. I liked her previous book better, and I wish that one was on Audible.

Back to the prairie

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I grew up watching Melissa Gilbert on Little House on the Prairie and just love her. I enjoyed her honesty and down to earth honesty in this novel. I was happy to find her again and can’t wait to try the recipes from the book. Best of luck Melissa!

Thank you for sharing this journey with us

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I really enjoyed this book. Like many others, I grew up with the Laura Ingalls story. I thoroughly enjoyed Melissa‘s journey and cheered for her happy marriage to Timothy. My only regret is that Melissa felt the need to bash our 45th president and insert her strong political views. Please remember that at least half of the people in this country feel differently.

Very enjoyable BUT

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