Reader Comment    

If you have comments or questions about Father's Quilt, you may contact Ed West at fathersquilt@msn.com

"The back cover of Father's Quilt states the book to be a delightful women's fiction. But it's far more than that. It's a family fiction all ages can find delight in reading. The book is easy reading and it holds your attention throughout. His well-honed storyline holds your attention so tight it is worth reading and reading again. I love the book",  Exerpts from the Father's Quilt book review appearing in the East Pasco News, Zephyrhills, FL., reviewed by Betty Kossick.


"One of the most wonderful, exciting quilt stories I have read.   It brings the importance of quilting into the limelight and provides readers with the feeling of knowing what it is like to make that special quilt",  Becky Dohr, Member of Quilters Workshop of Tampa Bay, Tampa, Florida.


“What a charming and heart warming story.  It evokes emotion, draws you into the story, makes you care about the characters. Excellent work!  This book gives much for the quilter to relate to, but it is really for anyone who loves character studies, and wants to feel something when they read a story”, Darlene Griffin, President, Cypress Creek Quilters Guild, Tampa, Florida.


“Very touching and enjoyable. Good characters and nice surprises.” Pat Gracz, Coordinator, Project Linus Washington Peninsula Chapter, Sequim, WA.


“I was entranced how Ed took us from the creation of the block quilt through its long journey to the antique shop. Each family that Fathers Quilt touched had an intriguing story of their own all intertwinded with historical fact and events. Definitely one to pass on to friends and fellow quilters”, Carol York, East Cobb Quilt Guild, Marietta, GA.


“Fathers Quilt is a heartfelt journey filled with love, warmth and memories of a special quilt made at a special time.” Kim Kamlet, Cypress Guild, Creek Quilters Guild, Tampa, Florida.


“What a heartwarming story. Not only was there an incredible amount of history and information about our nation, but the story really allowed me to become a part of this family, or maybe it was becoming a part of the quilt. Sarah (story character) and I have in common that fact that our fathers passed away early in our lives and this story has made me wish I had made a quilt of my father's clothes. Thanks for a wonderful story.” Maggi Honeyman, Quilter's Guild of Plano, Plano, TX.


“This is such a lovely story. I really enjoyed reading about New York State and about the struggle for women's rights. It was a fun read! Sarah Paladino, Heritage Quilters of Huntsville, AL. Lincoln Co Piecemakers, TN.


“Thank you for being at the Orlando Quilt Show. I purchased your book and started it Saturday night late. I really had a hard time putting it down and Sunday the same. The story is absolutely delightful. The whole first 100 pages I read Saturday night the tears flowed and it was also very healing for me. Keep up the good work. Anxiously awaiting your next adventure in writing. Gwynne Williams, Deland, FL.


“This story illustrates how quilts often provide emotional as well as physical comfort. As quiltmakers, we hope that the quilts we make will matter as much and last as long as Sarah's did." Betty Holroyd, Quilters' Workshop of Tampa Bay and Cypress Creek Quilter's Guilds, Lutz, FL.


“Ed has a very descriptive and detailed style of writing. He gives excellent insight into the characters as well as a wonderful depiction of life in that time period. I can easily envision the surroundings, routines, celebrations and customs of Sarah and Emily (and Peter too, through their memories) when I read the book. I enjoyed it very much." Deb Spitler, Librarian, Seville, OH.