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The Thread Collectors

A Novel

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The Thread Collectors

By: Shaunna J. Edwards, Alyson Richman
Narrated by: Robin Miles
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“An unforgettable story of female strength, hope and friendship. This collaborative work is magnificent—a true revelation!” —Pam Jenoff, New York Times bestselling author of The Woman with the Blue Star

“A brilliant story brimming with unexpected friendships and family ties. Historically sound and beautifully stitched,
The Thread Collectors will stay with you long after the last page is turned.” —Sadeqa Johnson, international bestselling author of Yellow Wife

1863: In a small Creole cottage in New Orleans, an ingenious young Black woman named Stella embroiders intricate maps on repurposed cloth to help enslaved men flee and join the Union Army. Bound to a man who would kill her if he knew of her clandestine activities, Stella has to hide not only her efforts but her love for William, a Black soldier and a brilliant musician.

Meanwhile, in New York City, a Jewish woman stitches a quilt for her husband, who is stationed in Louisiana with the Union Army. Between abolitionist meetings, Lily rolls bandages and crafts quilts with her sewing circle for other soldiers, too, hoping for their safe return home. But when months go by without word from her husband, Lily resolves to make the perilous journey South to search for him.

As these two women risk everything for love and freedom during the brutal Civil War, their paths converge in New Orleans, where an unexpected encounter leads them to discover that even the most delicate threads have the capacity to save us. Loosely inspired by the authors' family histories, this stunning novel will stay with readers for a long time.

©2022 Shaunna J. Edward and Alyson Richman (P)2022 Harlequin Enterprises, Limited
African American Historical Fiction Jewish World Literature Inspiring Heartfelt
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Captivating Story • Well-written Prose • Excellent Narration • Historical Insights • Beautiful Storytelling
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Very enlightening. Historical scenarios not aware of. Loyalty, friendship, music, hand sewing, political struggles, prejudice. All made for a very engaging experience.

Thought provoking

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I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of this book; it is such a beautiful story of love and loss and the historical context is so fascinating, it makes it difficult to put the book down or stop listening. I love how the two authors weaved their stories and backgrounds together. This is one I can see reading over and over.

Page Turner

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Started out slow with many characters but by the middle had everyone figured out. The climax to the end painted a great picture of north and south uniting.

Using thread to make a map

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You don’t have to have foul language to have a good book. This story tells so much more than I thought it would. Human compassion in so many ways.

A different view of an awful time

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I felt I was pulled right into this novel. It was most one of the most enjoyable historically based novels I’ve ever read!

I Felt Pulled Right In

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Good story line about untold aspects of the US Civil War. Excellent narration too. And interesting female and male characters with a little bit about the power of music.

Interesting historical fiction

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Absolutely loved it! So well written. Such a beautiful story. I enjoyed every second of it.

Beautifully written, beautifully read, beautiful story.

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Yes, very enjoyable listening to each woman’s experience and their choices of how to create with needle and thread.

Very enjoyable!

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Interesting story about civil war era complexities involving slavery and hardships of women as well as the Jewish experience during this time. Hard truths and hopeful lessons.

Beautiful, difficult story

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The characters are strong. The story is captivating. I didn't want the book to end.

Beautifully written story of courage, pain, and love.

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