Isabel's Daughter
Registered by Kayellbee of Chorley, Lancashire United Kingdom on 11/22/2008
This Book is Currently in the Wild!
This Book is Currently in the Wild!
7 journalers for this copy...
After a childhood spent in an institution and a series of foster homes, Avery James has trained herself not to wonder about the mother who gave her up. But her safe, predictable life changes one night at a party in the home of a wealthy Santa Fe art dealer when she stumbles upon the portrait of a woman who is the mirror image of herself.
Avery has found her mother, Isabel Colinas, an artist who died eight years earlier in a tragic accident. Slowly but inevitably, she is compelled to discover all she can about the woman. Searching for Isabel -- in her work, in the stories of friends, rivals, and lovers, in Isabel's own journal, and in what's left of Querencia, the old miner's cabin that was her haven -- Avery is drawn into complex relationships with the people who knew her mother. And the unexpected reappearance of Will Cameron, the boy Avery loved in high school, further complicates matters. As she draws together the threads of her mother's artistic heritage, her grandmother's skills as a curandera, or healer, and her own talent for cooking, Avery learns that, while discovering Isabel provides a certain resolution in her life, it's discovering herself that brings lasting happiness.
Avery has found her mother, Isabel Colinas, an artist who died eight years earlier in a tragic accident. Slowly but inevitably, she is compelled to discover all she can about the woman. Searching for Isabel -- in her work, in the stories of friends, rivals, and lovers, in Isabel's own journal, and in what's left of Querencia, the old miner's cabin that was her haven -- Avery is drawn into complex relationships with the people who knew her mother. And the unexpected reappearance of Will Cameron, the boy Avery loved in high school, further complicates matters. As she draws together the threads of her mother's artistic heritage, her grandmother's skills as a curandera, or healer, and her own talent for cooking, Avery learns that, while discovering Isabel provides a certain resolution in her life, it's discovering herself that brings lasting happiness.
Read some time ago, enjoyable.
Have been a bit out of touch with BC recently, and now on big catch up! So, am starting this one off on a bookray.
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List so far
Aceofhearts - Canada - outside Canada preferred
Oldreader - USA - US shipping only
Rrrcaron - USA - US shipping preferred
Nancynova - USA - International
mafarrimond - UK - ?
Bananabrianna - Canada - ship anywhere
Easterngirl71 - USA - US shipping preferred
Easterngirl71, please Ray-it-forward or release in any other way you like when finished. Thanks all, for taking part in this books journey!
http://www.bookcrossing.com/forum/20/6410119
List so far
Aceofhearts - Canada - outside Canada preferred
Oldreader - USA - US shipping only
Rrrcaron - USA - US shipping preferred
Nancynova - USA - International
mafarrimond - UK - ?
Bananabrianna - Canada - ship anywhere
Easterngirl71 - USA - US shipping preferred
Easterngirl71, please Ray-it-forward or release in any other way you like when finished. Thanks all, for taking part in this books journey!
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Off in the post to aceofhearts, start of bookray. Happy travels!
Off in the post to aceofhearts, start of bookray. Happy travels!
received today. Thanks for starting the ring!
Avery James was a foundling. Brought up in institutions and foster homes she leaves at the age of 13 to find her own way. At first she stumbles upon Cassie who teaches her about herbs and healing.
She eventually finds her way to Sante Fe where she is an assistant to a caterer. Working at a wealthy art dealer's party she comes upon a painting of a woman who is her mirror image. Avery has found her mother. What follows is a search. Her mother died in a tragic accident 8 years ago. Avery initially declines wanting to know anything about her mother but she ends up wanting to know all about her. From her lover and friends, her enemies and even her isolated cabin and journal she finds out about her mother and herself.
She eventually finds her way to Sante Fe where she is an assistant to a caterer. Working at a wealthy art dealer's party she comes upon a painting of a woman who is her mirror image. Avery has found her mother. What follows is a search. Her mother died in a tragic accident 8 years ago. Avery initially declines wanting to know anything about her mother but she ends up wanting to know all about her. From her lover and friends, her enemies and even her isolated cabin and journal she finds out about her mother and herself.
mailed today to Oldreader
arrived today.Have one ahead of this.
At the beginning I was not quite sure how this would go.The ending was not a great surprise but still not bad.Avery surely has had some bad experiences throughout,Waiting for reply from Rrrcaron and will mail when I get their addy.
Journal Entry 10 by oldreader at Bookring, A Bookring -- Controlled Releases on Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Released 14 yrs ago (12/16/2009 UTC) at Bookring, A Bookring -- Controlled Releases
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mailed to Rrrcaron today
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mailed to Rrrcaron today
Received this book in the mail today. Will get to it soon!
Ruth
Ruth
I loved this story. The characters, the storyline, the ending, it was all wonderful! I'm tempted to read Bread Alone now, a previous book by this author. I really loved her writing style. Thanks for sharing. Sending on to next reader.
Ruth
Ruth
Got the ray today. It's # 2 1/2 on the rays list!
Added 2/1 - this one is next up! Added to the commute bag & already have the next person's addy.
Added 2/1 - this one is next up! Added to the commute bag & already have the next person's addy.
Started to read this, with another book. Got myself confused, so started over, with this as the sole read. Much better! About 1/2 way done the book already!
Loved it. Not much to add to the story outlines listed above. Very enjoyable read. Will be off to MaFarrimond tomorrow.
Journal Entry 16 by 
NancyNova
at -- Wild Released somewhere in Wales, Wales United Kingdom on Monday, February 15, 2010
NancyNova at -- Wild Released somewhere in Wales, Wales United Kingdom on Monday, February 15, 2010
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A good read. Enjoy!
A good read. Enjoy!
The book has arrived safely today. I will read asap and send on.
A new author for me. I loved the characters, I loved the setting and I loved the story. I will definately be looking for more from Judi Hendricks.
Journal Entry 19 by mafarrimond at To the next participant, A Bookring -- Controlled Releases on Friday, March 19, 2010
Released 14 yrs ago (3/20/2010 UTC) at To the next participant, A Bookring -- Controlled Releases
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Posting on to Bananabrianna as next in line for the book ring.
Posting on to Bananabrianna as next in line for the book ring.
Received in the mail today! Customs sticker said there was a book and chocolate in the envelope, but alas the chocolate was gone. Customs workers must have gotten hungry ;) lol
Will start reading tonight!
Will start reading tonight!
What a nice book! Avery annoyed me during some parts of the book because she was so miserable but it did fit with the story, I enjoyed it!
I have emailed Easterngirl71 twice since I finished the book and no response so I will be releasing this book in the bustling city of Toronto today!
Journal Entry 23 by Vapermom at Spadina subway line in Toronto, Ontario Canada on Sunday, May 9, 2010
Released 13 yrs ago (5/9/2010 UTC) at Spadina subway line in Toronto, Ontario Canada
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Welcome to Bookcrossing. Thank you for catching this book! I hope you enjoy it and will consider exploring this site and possibly joining. It's free and loads of fun, as you can track your released books in their travels, possibly all over the world! Please let us know that you've found the book, what you thought of it and if possible, where you might re-release it when you're done so it can continue its journey. Reading it is not required, though is encouraged. You may remain anonymous, but if you choose to join up I hope you will consider using me, bananabrianna, as the one who referred you.
