Dearest Dorothy, If Not Now, When? (Welcome to Partonville) [Paperback]

Charlene Baumbich (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 25, 2007 | Series: Welcome to Partonville (Book 6)

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.

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

About the Author

Charlene Ann Baumbich, an award-winning journalist whose work has appeared in numerous publications, is the author of five Dearest Dorothy novels and six nonfiction books of humor and inspiration.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics) (September 25, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0143112570
• ISBN-13: 978-0143112570
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 5.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #892,655 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

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

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Holly Kincaid "Book addict" (Indiana, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Dearest Dorothy, If Not Now, When? (Welcome to Partonville) (Paperback)

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.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Dearest Dorothy, If Not Now, When?, October 23, 2007

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Rayne Holthaus - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Dearest Dorothy, If Not Now, When? (Welcome to Partonville) (Paperback)

I just finished the book and can't begin to tell you how much I enjoyed it. I read on my lunch break while working (I'm a home health nurse) and people in the restaurants would look at me as I sat there laughing. Thank you so much for the joy your books bring me.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

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

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

This review is from: Dearest Dorothy, If Not Now, When? (Welcome to Partonville) (Paperback)

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!