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The Wedding Dress [Paperback]

Rachel Hauck
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (198 customer reviews)

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Book Description

April 3, 2012

Four brides. One Dress.

A tale of faith, redemption, and timeless love.

Charlotte owns a chic Birmingham bridal boutique. Dressing brides for their big day is her gift . . . and her passion. But with her own wedding day approaching, why can’t she find the perfect dress…or feel certain she should marry Tim?

Then Charlotte discovers a vintage dress in a battered trunk at an estate sale. It looks brand-new—shimmering with pearls and satin, hand-stitched and  timeless in its design. But where did it come from? Who wore it? Who welded the lock shut and tucked the dog tags in that little sachet? Who left it in the basement for a ten-year-old girl? And what about the mysterious man in the purple vest who insists the dress had been “redeemed.”

Charlotte’s search for the gown’s history—and its new bride—begins as a distraction from her sputtering love life. But it takes on a life of its own as she comes to know the women who have worn the dress. Emily from 1912. Mary Grace from 1939. Hillary from 1968. Each with her own story of promise, pain, and destiny. And each with something unique to share. For woven within the threads of the beautiful hundred-year-old gown is the truth about Charlotte’s heritage, the power of courage and faith, and the timeless beauty of finding true love.

“The story of four loveable women, miraculously bound by one gown, whose lives span a century . . . will take your breath away.” —Beth Webb Hart, bestselling author of Love, Charleston


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About the Author

RITA-finalist Rachel Hauck lives in Florida with her husband, Tony. She is the author of Dining with Joy; Sweet Caroline; Love Starts with Elle; and The Sweet By and By, co-authored with Sara Evans. Visit RachelHauck.com and SouthernBelleView.com.


Product Details

  • Paperback: 352 pages
  • Publisher: Thomas Nelson (April 3, 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1595549633
  • ISBN-13: 978-1595549631
  • Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 1 x 8.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (198 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #313,282 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Customer Reviews

Inside was a beautiful wedding dress. Monica  |  73 reviewers made a similar statement
I loved the characters and the story. The Happy Homeschool Mom  |  60 reviewers made a similar statement
I loved this book, and I read it all in one sitting. Starla M. Ross  |  58 reviewers made a similar statement
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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I was blown away by this beautiful, awe-inspiring tale of one dress that spans--and impacts--the lives of four special women. The Wedding Dress revolves around Charlotte Malone and her discovery of the dress within an old, beaten trunk...and the path down memory lane that it took her on.

While Charlotte was the main character this story revolved around, there were a lot of other central characters as well. And while one might think that this would get confusing, Rachel Hauck did an outstanding job in making each person unique and stand out to the reader. I just loved the funny quirks some of them had! Especially the "Man in Purple" character. Put me in mind of all those sayings about 'angels in our midst'. I can't say who my favorite character was, or who I bonded with the most--the entire cast was so memorable!

I've never read anything by Hauck before, so wasn't sure what to expect from the author when beginning The Wedding Dress. But she won me over almost instantly! The way she transports her readers between historical and contemporary times was really neat, unique, and well done.

The writing style was sharp and vivid, grabbing my attention from the first page. There were several passionate kisses between characters, but Hauck keeps the details down, making The Wedding Dress a book to be recommended for both older and younger readers--anyone who is a true romantic at heart will be heaving sighs and wiping tears by the end. I highly recommend!

I reviewed this book for Thomas Nelson via Litfuse. It was not required that I give a positive review, but solely to express my own thoughts and opinions of this book, which I have done.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars The Wedding Dress (Review) April 9, 2012
Format:Paperback
A year ago, I crossed something off my bucket list.

I attended a writing workshop in Tulsa, Okla., led by Rachel Hauck.

It was a cool day, because I met a couple of neat writers, got some ideas (I'm really a non-fiction writer who dreams of writing a novel) and met Hauck.

Basically, I got to sit at her feet (OK, it was at a table in a church's meeting room), and listen to her talk writing and how she got lots of her ideas.

She also talked about writing a book a book about a wedding dress that fits four women - kind of a "traveling pants" meets romance and bridal wear.

Kind of a cool concept. (Although, I'm still waiting for the vampire Amish tale the workshop participants kept joking about.)

Well, fast forward - a year later, I had the opportunity to review The Wedding Dress - the book Hauck talked about in the workshop.

A book about four women - who all fit inside the dress WITHOUT alteration.

Spanning multiple generations, Hauck crafts a tale that unites a group of women - three still living - showing their common interests, ties and faith. She also weaves in a hint of mystery and intrigue (and a really interesting character wearing purple!).

It's a fun book. In the beginning the dialogue jumps back and forth between Charlotte and the original owner. We see similarities to their struggles for love and acceptance. As it continues, we meet the other two owners and see how they are all linked together by the dress and more.

Like other books I've read written by Hauck, the novel's characters are enjoyable and the plot captures your attention.

On the scale of one to five, I give this book a four.Fun and humorous, The Wedding Dress would make a great "tuck in your bag" on a vacation or "rainy day" read.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Four Great Stories in One March 15, 2012
By Jamie
Format:Paperback
It seems like I'm practically gushing about each of the books I reviewed lately and this is no exception. Rachel Hauck's newest book tells the story of a wedding dress that is almost magical, finding its own way to brides that need it. The Wedding Dress 'takes the stories of each of the four women who have worn this magical dress and weaves them together in to an intriguing novel. As the stories of the dress and its wearers evolved I found myself more engaged in the story with each turn of the page. Hauck blends historical fiction, modern fiction and a bit of suspense into a story told so beautifully I didn't want the book to end. It's one of those stories that you wish was really true, a story so compelling that you long to be a part of it.

This is the first book I've read by Rachel Hauck and if her others are anything like this one, I think I'll be adding more of her books to my library.

Disclaimer: A complimentary copy of this book was provided for this review. All thoughts are my own and I was not required to post a positive review.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Mysterious Romantic Novel
I really liked this book. I liked the concept of one wedding dress lasting 100 years and mysteriously finding the "right" bride to wear it. Read more
Published 1 day ago by D. Lester
5.0 out of 5 stars The Wedding Dress...AMAZING!
I fell in love with this book as soon as I began reading. It is so wonderfully written and brings a story not only of romance but also faith and so much more. Read more
Published 3 days ago by Katelyn Puckett
5.0 out of 5 stars One of my favorites of the year!!!
This book was great! Right at the beginning Rachel draws you in and you don't want to put the book down. Read more
Published 4 days ago by joanne
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this book!
Great book...would recommend to all women. It is a must read for young and old. loved it from the first chapter.
Published 5 days ago by Paige J. Legg
5.0 out of 5 stars recommended
This was such an interesting story. So much so that I found it difficult to put down. I easily became involved in the lives of each bride as I moved through history and time. Read more
Published 8 days ago by Jeanene
5.0 out of 5 stars Four weddings and a dress
It is because of Rachel Hauck that paved way to my admiration to Christian writers. This is her second book that I have read and I love her "purple man" and "Aurora" characters. Read more
Published 9 days ago by icemyeyes
4.0 out of 5 stars The Wedding Dress
Excellent writing and kept you wanting to turn page to see who would be the next wearer of the Wedding Dress.
Published 11 days ago by Gerry Wade
5.0 out of 5 stars Breathtaking... Original... story of LOVE & DESTINY
I just finished "The Wedding Dress" and it's one of the best books ever! I just couldn't stand to put it down between times I had to read. Read more
Published 11 days ago by Terijr
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read from Birmingham!
I lived in Birmingham a couple of years ago, so reading this book kind of felt like " going home". I loved the characters and the symbolism.
Published 14 days ago by Claire Milstead
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Intriguing story about the life of a wedding dress. A little unbelievable as far as the condition of a dress that old, but ignore that part and just enjoy the story. Read more
Published 15 days ago by Barbara Matya
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