Customer Reviews

The Mitford Years, Books 1-3: At Home in Mitford / A Light in the Window / These High, Green Hills

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I didn't think it was possible however, the second installment of the Mitford Series was just as warm, wonderful and cozy as the first! At last, it is such a pleasure to read a series of books dedicated to mature love with decency and something left to one's imagaination. I cannot thank Ms. Karon enough for bravely showing the timeliness and gentleness of what the gift of patience brings to those whose choose to wait on God and to wait for the other person to learn about themselves so that they may into share that knowledge in learning to love someone to include them in their life in marriage!

The literary world has been in need of such a refreshing style and gentleness of touch. That you again, Ms. Karon for giving us back love, respect and commitment.

God's blessings on this and all your future endeavors!

What can I say about the four books in the Mitford series by Jan Karon? They are the greatest fiction I have read in ages. I read one, then another, then the third and fourth, and then went back and read all four a second time. Now for a busy person like me -- that really says something. I was totally absorbed, enthralled, uplifted, taken away gently to a gentler place and time where my most cherished values were brought to life in real people. Mitford was on my reading table for about a year! I hesitate to call this "Christian fiction" because it is not "religious" or "preachy" -- yet it illustrated great Judao-Christian values in slices of real life among a bevy of character any of whom could be a book in him/herself. Just imagine a schitzophrenic lady who directs traffic at the town square in her father's Civil War uniform... who has a husband who loves her with a warm humor and humility -- that's characterization at its best in American literature! Imagine a 60-year-old Episcopalean priest who has never married -- who falls in love! These books have characters, drama, pathos, humor, romance, everything! Buy and read 'em all!

I discovered "The Mitford Years" when the series was given to my mother, who has cancer. As she was too sick to read, I picked up the first book, "At Home In Mitford" looking for a small escape. I was immediately hooked, and finished the four books in under three weeks. I couldn't put them down.

Karon has created a place where it feels safe to be. It's a small town where the residents are characters complete with warts and conflicts, but they all seem to hang in there and work to make their world a better place. Karon's sense of humor shines through as she portrays people we recognize as ourselves, our neighbors, our friends and our enemies. Their predicaments remind me of the adventures of the folks at Garrison Keillor's Lake Woebegone.

I enjoyed her books immensely, and wish there were a dozen more. I've bought the first book for my mother-in law, who is 73, my daughter, who is 15, my husband and his two sisters. Thanks to Jan Karon for a great gift: Mitford.

The Mitford books are the most wonderful heart-felt adventures in small town living. The characters are real, their real-life problems and victories speak to all of us, and the feel of goodness and Christian faith stay with you long after the books are finished. Unforgettable! I wish Father Tim were the rector in our parish...

The Mitford years was my first experience with audio books. I have listened to several since and I can honestly say, it is by far the best ever. I rate it a big 10. I have shared it with several friends and they also agree The Mitford series is the best. I'm anxious to find out if the author has a sequel.

Jan Karon, in all four of her "Mitford" books, shows how life in a small town is peaceful but troublesome, funny but sad, lighthearted but very involved, and requires a lot of friendship and trust. It is wonderful the way she weaves in prayers and trust in God, but doesn't force this issue--it seems to fit in reall well. I found all of her books delightful and a change of pace from many of the other fictional books offered today.

I recently discovered this author & just loved this set. Okay, I admit, I AM a little late coming to the party, but they are wonderful none the less.

I did find the series to be a little typical in one regard... each book is just a bit less of a page-turner than the last. I suppose it could be easy for an author to run out of steam after the second or third book, but even so, these are better than just about anything else in this genre & truly enjoyable from beginning to end!

I can't wait to get to the remaining books in this series. And one advantage I now have, is I do not have to painfully wait for each book to come out. ;)

If you enjoy heart-warming stories, you will love all the books by Jan Karon. I have read her 9 Mitford books. They will give you hope that there is good in the world and that you can be a part of it. If you are a baby boomer or a parent of one, you will recognize a lot of things that you grew up with -- mostly how simple things are very dear. I have recommended these books to friends -- especially ones who are having a difficult time -- they will renew your spirit.

I love the Mitford series and was disappointed when I finished the last book. I have been looking forward to this book and it was as expected.

These books were purchased for my son who reads them every semester. They are his stress relief and he has just about worn out my copies. I got him these so I could have mine to read. Jan Karon has a wonderful way with characters - you know some of the people she writes about. The books are wonderful reading. Light but filled with the sorrows of life as well. Through these books you are encouraged to deepen your walk with God as He is portrayed so accurately.