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How to Make an American Quilt

Whitney Otto
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How to Make an American Quilt

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1992

Book Brief

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Whitney Otto

How to Make an American Quilt

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1992
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Grasse, California • 1980s

Publication Year

1992

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

How to Make an American Quilt by Whitney Otto weaves the stories of eight women, sharing their life experiences and emotional journeys as they create a quilt together. Set within a quilting group, the narrative explores themes of love, loss, and resilience, highlighting the connections and personal growth that emerge through the shared act of quilting.

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Nostalgic

Emotional

Romantic

Reviews & Readership

3.8

5,653 ratings

56%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

How to Make an American Quilt by Whitney Otto is praised for its lyrical prose and intricate narrative structure that weaves together the stories of diverse women. The emotional depth and exploration of themes like love and identity resonate with readers. However, some find the non-linear storytelling challenging, and certain characters lack development. Overall, it's a touching exploration of women's lives and relationships.

Who should read this

Who Should Read How to Make an American Quilt?

Readers who enjoy How to Make an American Quilt will likely appreciate character-driven narratives and interwoven stories of women's lives, much like in The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan or Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. They are drawn to themes of female friendship, history, and personal growth.

3.8

5,653 ratings

56%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Grasse, California • 1980s

Publication Year

1992

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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