Dearest Dorothy, If Not Now, When? (Paperback)

by Charlene Baumbich (Author) "Jacob poked the toe of one of his gray dress socks back inside the suitcase and jimmied the zipper around the last corner..." (more)
Key Phrases: tea cozy, bid for mayor, Nellie Ruth, May Belle, Dearest Dorothy (more...)

Editorial Reviews

Review
“Fans of Jan Karon’s Mitford or Philip Gulley’s Harmony will revel in the antics of the residents of Partonville. . . . The characters are quirky and charming.”
—Publishers Weekly

Product Description
Home is where the heart is—and this Partonville homecoming will warm the hearts of all Dearest Dorothy fans this fall

The colorful characters of Partonville, Illinois, are back once again to delight Charlene Ann Baumbich’s ever-growing legion of fans. Dorothy is thrilled that her attorney son Jacob is moving back to their hometown and wonders if he might help Katie Durbin with more than legal matters. Meanwhile, Partonville’s mayoral elections have just heated up. Incumbent Gladys McKern is being challenged by Sam Vitner, owner of Swappin’ Sam’s, whose campaign slogan is “McKern’s had her turn! Time to SWAP! VITNER for Mayor!” And the contest to name Katie’s new mini-mall incites competition and a mad dash of entries. Through it all, Dorothy’s spirit and the Partonvillers’ antics will keep readers wanting to circle the town square again and again.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics) (September 25, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0143112570
• ISBN-13: 978-0143112570
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #76,554 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars When is the next book?, November 13, 2007

By	K.M.B. (Rhode Island) - See all my reviews

I've read all the books in the Dearest Dorothy series and have to say, I found this one to be one of the most enjoyable. Don't get me wrong, I've loved them all but this one really just had an extra special something. Charlene does an excellent job in character development and great story lines. I am hoping that there will be another book out soon and that Dorothy is a bit more prominant in the next. As always, a great read and a book to make you think about life and all there is to appreciate about it!

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What a delight !, November 27, 2007

By	Holly Kincaid "Book addict" (Fishers, IN USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Having read each and every book in the series, I had a pretty good idea what to expect -- enjoyable, pleasant and worth the time. What I got was a surprise; it was terrific !!! While the book continues to have the small-town flavor which makes the series so appealing, it added new characters and twists to the plot that made it a bit more "current" and fast-paced.

The characters are well-developed and the story enchanting. If you have read the other books in the series, make sure you read this one. If you are just picking it up for the first time, enjoy and appreciate.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars FANATASTIC and addicitve!!!, March 17, 2009

By	Glenda Best "Glenda" (Columbia, SC United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have read all the "Dearest Dorothy" books and cannot recommend them highly enough. Baumbich has created a world in "Pardon-Me-Ville" that becomes a part of your family allowing you an escape in this overwhelming and overstressed we live in today where neighbor still knows and cares about neighbor. It gives us all a nice break from everyday life.