A multi-tasking mama, Summer Finley has found ways to handle whatever life throws at her with grace and a grin...until now. An "abnormal" medical test result sends Summer into a tailspin and prompts her to fulfill a life-long dream of "meeting" her best friend and pen pal since fourth grade, Noelle Van Zandt, face-to-face.
Their blissful week together in the Netherlands finds Summer and Noelle floating down a canal in Amsterdam, visiting Corrie Ten Boom's Hiding Place, sipping decadent Dutch cocoa in Delft, and bobbing merrily along through a sea of brilliant, spring-fresh tulips. Each day takes them further from midlife anxiety and closer to trusting God in deeper ways.
When Summer finally confides in Noelle about the abnormal test results, Summer's honesty prompts Noelle to share a long-held heartache. The two friends find they both needed to be together more than either of them realized. Could it be this adventure was tucked away in God's imagination long before Summer bought her ticket to fly to the land of merry tulips and kalomping wooden shoes?
“Robin has a true heart for God, one that shines through on every page!” —Karen Kingsbury, NYT bestselling author of the Redemption series, Every Now and Then, and the Above the Line series
“Grab your passport and expect to be swept away on another adventure of heart and hope. Robin Gunn's writing is picturesque, like Monet—except she paints with words. It's a story I can’t wait to share with my own Sisterchicks!” —Tricia Goyer, author of Blue Like Play Dough and Every Sunrise
“Sisterchicks in Wooden Shoes will transport readers to the land of tulips, windmills, and Corrie Ten Boom. This delightful story tickles the funny bone while tugging on the heartstrings. Well done, Robin!” — Janice Thompson, author of Fools Rush In
“A sweet and familiar blend of emotions weave through this story—delight in friendships, courage to face the unknown, and the passion to savor each moment. A page-turner that sings of faith, forgiveness, God’s comfort, and security to overcome today’s fear and confidence to face our tomorrows.” —Janet Perez Eckles, international speaker and author of Trials of Today, Treasures for Tomorrow
“Robin Jones Gunn once again wrapped life-changing truths in a delightful story of adventure and humor that confirmed that I, like Summer in the story, can do all things through Christ and through the love and support of Sisterchicks in my life.” — Karen O’Connor, author of two best-selling series Gettin' Old Ain't For Wimps and Help, Lord! I'm Having a Senior Moment
“Sisterchicks in Wooden Shoes is much more than another entertaining installment in Robin Jones Gunn’s wildly popular series. It’s a reminder of what a blessed gift true and lasting friendship is.” — Sharon K. Souza, author of Lying on Sunday
“Sisterchicks in Wooden Shoes is a heartwarming tale of two women whose lives are woven together with the golden thread of friendship. The special bond these Sisterchicks share resonates in our souls as they bestow God’s blessings on one another in the midst of life’s difficult circumstances. In the beauty of the tulip fields, the wonderful stinky cheese shop, the windmills and canals, Holland comes alive in the pages of this book.” — Virginia Smith, author of Age before Beauty and the Sister-to-Sister Series
“Good nacht! Robin Jones Gunn does it again! Run—don’t walk—to get this latest hilarious installment of the Sisterchicks series!” — Cyndy Salzmann, author of Crime & Clutter and Dying to Decorate
“I want to be a Sisterchick! Robin Jones Gunn writes about every day women with truth, tenderness, heart and soul. Sisterchicks In Wooden Shoes reminded me of the value of friendship, honesty, history, and love while taking me on an adventure. Add this to your collection of Sisterchick books to keep.” —Rachel Hauck, award winning and best selling author of Love Starts with Elle
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5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Debbee (ID), November 20, 2009
All of Robin's Sisterchick novels have been great! ---And of course "Sisterchicks in Wooden Shoes"--- is no exception!
In every book I've found a bit of myself...Our Father's Loving hand...And an awesome way to relate, reflect and refresh!
Robin Jones Gunn; has a Wonder-filled talent in introducing us to a world, one may never be able to travel.... Although once you've started reading "you are where she wants you to be" ~ a sisterchick getaway! Along the way you'll feel as if you've met a new friend or two. ~*~BRAVO~*~ For Sisterchicks! I hope the ride never ends...until we're home! Reading a Sisterchick novel is like a Warm Fuzzy Hug from our Abba Father!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Lou Ann Turri (Lompoc, CA), August 11, 2009
I love the sister chick series of books. This one brought tears,laughter and spiritual growth. I am looking forward to my own sister chick adventure. I like how Robin is able to paint a vivid word picture that draws you in and enables you to see what the characters are experiencing.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Mary J Metcalfe (Crescent City, CA), August 08, 2009
I loved traveling to Holland with Summer and meeting her friend, Noelle. The book was entertaining, informative, and fun with a great Christ-filled message. I hope Robin is writing about another adventure now. I have read all the Sisterchick books and have given them to my two daughters. They also have learned much from them. Thanks, Robin - keep writing.
4.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Lori Kasbeer (DeLand, Florida), July 14, 2009
Come along and travel with Summer from Cincinnati to Amsterdam. Summer is married and is the mother of six kids. After hearing some unsettling news Summer decides on the spur of the moment, to book a trip to Amsterdam to visit her lifelong pen pal Noelle. I have to say I don’t suggest booking a flight on a credit card before talking to your husband in real life, but Summer does something many of us put off in life; living out a dream.
Once Summer arrives in Amsterdam, she and Noelle hit the ground running sightseeing. From visiting a field of tulips to seeing a real windmill the imagery of Amsterdam danced off the pages. Noelle had one surprise sight for Summer to visit that led Summer out of her comfort zone, while reminding her that everything is possible through Christ.
Summer and Noelle visit Corrie ten Boom’s place and reminds readers of the unshakable love for God Corrie possessed. You felt like you were walking on sacred ground along with Summer and Noelle. Summer booked this visit in hopes of forgetting what may be waiting for her at home, what neither one of them counted on, is this trip healing some old wounds in each of their lives.
I enjoyed this book. Robin Jones Gunn writes great “escape books.” This is the perfect book to take on vacation with you. Some of the details of how things come about are a bit unrealistic within the story, but Robin Jones Gunn has a way of catching readers off guard and driving home a powerful God lesson.
4.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Barbara Bove (Marion, NC), July 06, 2009
Thank you Robin Gunn. As a retired missionary and having traveled to over forty countries I enjoy reading the Sisterchick adventures and can relate to all the cultures and experiences she writes about.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Bert Wasmus (Hilliard, OH), June 24, 2009
The Sisterchicks series is one of my FAVORITES and I was not disappointed with this one. Each book makes you feel like you are actually visiting that particular country. I always look forward to the next release.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Judy Watson (Whitesboro, OK), June 20, 2009
I always enjoy the Sisterchicks books. I have all of them. It is good to have a friend like that.
4.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Wilbur (Marshall, MI), June 17, 2009
I loved this book. Think it is her best Sisterchicks book yet. The Corrie TenBoon part was wonderful and I felt such a spiritual uplift after reading this book
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