Author: Kelly Romo
Publisher: Lake Union Publishing
Date of publication:
A buried secret keeps two sisters apart.
Life went terribly wrong for Addie Bates in San Diego, and
she’s been running from those memories ever since. For fifteen years, the
Sleepy Valley Nudist Colony has provided a safe haven for Addie to hide from
the crime she committed. But when the residents pack up to go on exhibit at the
1935 world’s fair in San Diego, Addie returns and must face the thrilling yet
terrifying prospect of reuniting with her estranged sister, Wavey.
Addie isn’t the only one interested in a reunion. When her
niece, Rumor, discovers she has an aunt, Rumor is determined to bring her
family together. But it’s not so easy when the women are forced to confront
family secrets, past and present.
Set against the backdrop of the 1935 world’s fair, Whistling
Women explores the complex relationships between sisters, the
sacrifices required to protect family, and the lasting consequences of a single
impulsive act.
Whistling Women looked to be an enjoyable book about family dynamics. It's pretty long and normally I don't mind that. But when I book is long and doesn't suck me right in, that is when I have a problem. I'm going to chalk this one up as not for me. I found myself putting it down several times and that is never a good sign. I just couldn't get into the story. By the time I got to about 30%, I no longer cared about the characters. I know other people loved this book, so give it a try and see for yourself.
About Kelly Romo
Kelly A. Romo currently lives in Oregon with her
three children where she teaches writing, literature, and social studies. She
loves the outdoors; hiking, kayaking, and camping. Kelly grew up in California
running around with all her thrill-seeking cousins and siblings; jumping off
cliffs into the Colorado River, exploring caves on the beaches of Mexico,
riding dirt bikes, water skiing, and snow skiing.
Connect with Kelly
Kelly Romo’s TLC Book Tours TOUR STOPS:
Monday, November 16th: BookNAround
Tuesday, November 17th: 100
Pages a Day
Tuesday, November 17th: Kritter’s
Ramblings
Wednesday, November 18th: Thoughts
on This ‘n That
Thursday, November 19th: No
More Grumpy Bookseller
Friday, November 20th: A
Chick Who Reads
Monday, November 23rd: Guiltless Reading
Tuesday, November 24th: Kahakai Kitchen
Friday, November 27th: Life is Story
Monday, November 30th: Kimberly’s Bookshelf
Tuesday, December 1st: Sara’s Organized Chaos
Wednesday, December 2nd: Birdhouse Books
Thursday, December 3rd: Patricia’s Wisdom
Monday, December 7th: I’m Shelfish
Tuesday, December 8th: Raven Haired Girl
Wednesday, December 9th: Time 2 Read
Thanks for being a part of the tour.
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