Liz Trenow is a former BBC and newspaper journalist, now working freelance. She is also the author of The Last Telegram.
"The writing is flawless, the characters are lovable and
unforgettable, the storyline will definitely hold your interest
until the last page. And...the last few pages will have you glued
to each word.? " -- Silver's Reviews
"A beautiful and captivating dual-time story that takes you back
and forth between 1910 and 2008." -- Stephanie's Book Reviews
"A beautiful and captivating dual-time story..." -- 100 Pages a
Day...Stephanie's Book Reviews
"A page-turner with eye-opening details about the conditions of
mental hospitals in the 20th century, as well as the provenance of
royal fabrics, the art of quilting, and the vagaries of modern
interior design." -- Publishers Weekly
"An intriguing patchwork of past and present, upstairs and
downstairs, hope and despair." -- Daisy Goodwin, New York Times
bestselling author of The American Heiress
"Because relationships are complicated, and lives can be sad, it's
fitting that the book doesn't end with absolutely everything
happily ever after. " -- Craft Knife
"By far one of the best historical/contemporary blend novels I've
read, with an intriguing mystery, clear prose, a unique historical
setting and excellent characterization. Particularly recommended to
fans of historical fiction, quilting and/or dual storylines. " --
Bookfoolery
"I definitely recommend this wonderful story. The ending alone left
me with such a good feeling. I know that this will make it into my
top 10 of 2014. " -- From The TBR File
"If you're a fan of Downton Abbey, you'll fall under the spell of
this book, too. It has a twisty romance, an intriguing puzzle, and
memorable characters. Tidbits about quilting and textiles are
sprinkled through the pages...it's one of the best novels I've read
this year." -- Rattlebridge Farm
"It was a mystery to be solved and the ending was a good one. I
enjoyed the book." -- Book Girl of Mur-y-Castell
"It's an incredible novel that I will never forget. It was a heart
wrenching read that will completely captivate you." -- Passages to
the Past
"Liz Trenow clearly did her research into this and it provides for
a rather interesting aspect to include in the story line. Coupled
with the details about quilting and sewing and I was utterly
fascinated." -- Always With a Book
"Liz Trenow has written an interesting novel that explores the
scandal of the many lives buried away in the time period where
women whose truth was inconvenient were hidden away against their
will... This book is recommended for readers of historical
fiction." -- Booksie's Blog
"Liz Trenow sews together the strands of past and present as
delicately as the exquisite stitching on the quilt that forms the
centerpiece of the story." -- Lucinda Riley, author of The Orchid
House
"Liz Trenow weaves past and present together to paint a captivating
story...I love how we see this story unfold through the context of
a quilt." -- Fresh Fiction
"Loved Loved Loved It, but be forewarned...it's heartbreaking." --
Libby's Library
"Sewers, quilters, and lovers of women's fiction will love how this
tale is woven together. The Forgotten Seamstress leaves you behind
with notable characters and a beautiful tale you will be wanting to
read again and again." -- The Blessed Homemaker
"The Forgotten Seamstress by Liz Trenow was one of those books you
forcefully had to yank me away from, as its riveting and
heartrending story held me captive from cover to cover: its
brilliant execution pleased me to no end." -- Mina's Bookshelf
"The Forgotten Seamstress is a wonderful heart-tugging read...This
is an awesome work of historical fiction and not to be missed! " --
Night Owl Reviews - Top Pick
"The characters are strong, caring and well developed, and the
descriptions of the handmade quilts will appeal to those who also
have passion for quilting. Trenow has written a spellbinding story
that will keep readers up late to find out what happens next. " --
RT Book Reviews
"The two narratives are seamlessly woven together, forming a
heartrending tapestry of tragedy and resilience." -- Booklist
"This is a beautiful story, told in an unusual but engaging
way...overall this book makes me want to find out more about both
the May Silks and the secret messages in quilts." -- The Good, The
Bad and The Unread
"This is a very tender story told from two perspectives, in two
different time periods. The pieces of the story fall together like
a great puzzle. It definitely tugs at your heartstrings." --
Radiant Light
"This seamlessly written tale is one that lovers of sewing could
enjoy, if you don't find your heart breaking with the story
itself." -- Buried Under Romance
"Told with attention to historical detail and including lush
descriptions of the quilt and its fabrics, this is a story that
will be long remembered. " -- Cayocosta72
"THE FORGOTTEN SEAMSTRESS was a wonderful book with memorable
characters and brilliant descriptions of quilts and quilt-making.
Highly recommended!" -- Book of Secrets
"THE FORGOTTEN SEAMSTRESS was one of the most addicting reads for
me in a long while...with delicate needles and thread of strong and
beautiful silk, she stitches characters whose lives become part of
the pattern in this book." -- Fresh Fiction
"Weaving together Caroline's and Maria's journeys, Trenow
meticulously stitches each piece of this engrossing story into a
unified--and heartwarming--whole." -- Kirkus Reviews
"You do not have to be a quilter, however, to be drawn into the
stories of these two women. The book is ultimately about people,
our memories, and the lengths we will go to in order to protect
ourselves and each other. It's a compelling read, and I highly
recommend this book." -- Historical Novel Society
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