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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community Aug 22, 2003
Pros: gentle story
Cons: some might find it too gentle
Summary: Several years ago I worked in a Barnes and Noble store. I bought a lot of books while I work ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jan 9, 2008
Pros: Good story and fun loving characters.
Cons: You'll never want to put it down.
Summary: This book by Jan Karon chronicles the life of Father Tim, a rector in a small town named Mitford. Emma Garret is Father Tim's secretary, and knows that even though he's cheerful on the outside, he's a lonely man. He finds his life filling up faster ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Mar 20, 2007
Pros: A great, clean, story that will make you laugh
Cons: May be a little low key for some people
Summary: Don't be put off by the "Christian Fiction" category. I usually do not like Christian Fiction, but I love this book. It was a very happy circumstance that led me to this book and the rest in the series, and I am completely hooked. I was working at a ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jun 14, 2006
Pros: light easy read, no profanity, nudity or sexual content.
Cons: none that I found
Summary: Mitford, a quaint little town in North Carolina is the setting for this Jan Karon book. At Home in Mitford is the first in a series about the town of Mitford and Father Tim Kavanagh, priest of the Episcopal church. Mitford is a town most ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Sep 24, 2005
Pros: Good writing, writer has a good sense of humor, spiritually uplifting
Cons: Not a very exciting story
Summary: Mitford At Home in Mitford is the first novel in the Mitford series by Jan Karon. Mitford is peaceful and described as a village with turn of the century charm and beauty. This small town discourages tourism and the Mayor would like it to be ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jan 14, 2005
Pros: Likable characters; many intertwined stories; quick, easy read; more volumes to follow.
Cons: Somewhat underdeveloped characters; no singular plot; somewhat sappy in places.
Summary: It's always been quite obvious that I inherited my bookworm-ishness from my father. My mom can't seem to read more than a few pages without falling asleep - as a child, I remember her often falling asleep while reading my bedtime story, leaving me to ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Sep 18, 2003
Pros: Amusing characters, depiction of a small town
Cons: Totally romanticized, no character growth or change, essentially plotless
Summary: I'd heard and read so much about Jan Karon's At Home in Mitford, the first of a series, that I had to read it. Or had to try, at least. It took me months. I'm all for "life in a small town" narratives; small towns can provide the fodder ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Sep 1, 2003
Pros: This book is a great read. Very entertaining.
Cons: I could find nothing I didn't like about this book.
Summary: Although the Mitford series by Jan Karon has been around for a while, I just began reading them rece ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Mar 3, 2003
Pros: great story writing
Cons: part of a series, you will want to read them all
Summary: Home to Mitford
When a friend suggested I read Jan Karon’s Christian books about a town named Mitford I was skeptical. I tend to love or hate series because to me you need to read many books in order and remember the details from one to ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 16, 2001
Pros: GOOD Christian comedy
Cons: none
Summary: At Home in Mitford is a delightful novel. I felt like I was a member of the North Carolina village. Throughout the book, you meet lots of interesting people. My favorite
character is Father Tim. He is a bachelor Priest. You will follow him on ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
May 29, 2001
Pros: charming and cozy, filled with warmth and humor
Cons: It doesn't exist!
Summary: Even though this series takes place in a southern American town and the James Herriot series takes place in England, even though Herriot is a vet and Father Tim is an Episcopalian priest, even though Herriot's books are autobiographical and the Mitford ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
May 27, 2001
Pros: Lyrical and heartwarming
Cons: Lots of characters - I got them mixed up
Summary: This New York Times bestselling book by Jan Karon turned out to the the first of a very popular series - maybe even a phenomenon. I received this book and the next two in the series as a Christmas gift. I had heard of the series, but never bothered to ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Apr 25, 2001
Pros: An easy, relaxing read. A joy to read
Cons: none
Summary: I am not a big reader. What with all the activities of the day. This book is what I would call a comfortable read.
After a busy day I could curl up with these easy going characters and actually relax. I even wish I could live in a town like ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Apr 1, 2001
Pros: Easy reading and delightful story.
Cons: Writing is not classic, but is certainly better than most.
Summary: Often when giving advice to aspiring writers in regards to the art of writing character and location, I am prone to give the advice to "paint me a picture. Let me see what is in your imagination." Such is the artistic endeavor of Jan Karon in her ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Dec 7, 2000
Pros: easy to read,enjoyable
Cons: none
Summary: My Mother in Law had recommended these series of books by Mrs Karon for a while. I finally broke down and read them....WHY had I waited!? These are easy to read, and yet thouroughly enjoyable. The characters are full and developed, believable and ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jun 19, 2000
Pros: Wonderful and uplifting
Cons: Leaves you waiting for the next one
Summary: When I bought this book I wasn't really sure about reading it. But once I started I couldn't put it down.
I wanted to move to Mitford and live among those wonderful people. This small town called Mitford has some very delightful ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jun 5, 2000
Pros: Superb Writing, Engrossing
Cons: Never Enough
Summary: Have you always wondered what it would be like to live in a small town? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to know all your neighbors and their daily business?
At Home In Mitford is the perfect read that will put you as close to ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
May 27, 2000
Pros: The easiest book to read and enjoy with familiarity.
Cons: You constantly want the chapters to continue.
Summary: "At Home in Mitford" is probably the most delightful stroll through a book, I've ever taken.
Jan Karon makes her main character, Fr. Tim, a respected Episcopalean minster, as familiar as your next door neighbor. The book is ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Feb 9, 2000
Pros: Delightful and Uplifting
Cons: A little slow until you get into the story
Summary: A friend recommended this book for me to read. In fact, she went so far as to have our local librarian call me when the book was available. So, I thought I might as well read it. I must say, I am very glad I did.
When I first started reading ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Feb 2, 2000
Pros: No profanity, sex, violence
Cons: Have to wait so long for her next release
Summary: At Home in Mitford is a delightful book that was hard to put down. Jan Karon does a wonderful job describing in perfect detail all the characters in the book as well as the scenery and town buildings. While reading her book you can close your eyes and ... read more
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