Title: Sewing Can Be Dangerous and Other Small Threads
Author: Sarah Mallery
Website: srmallery.com
ASIN: B00VIEZ2QY
Pages: 276
Genre: Literature in Fiction, Historical Fiction, Short Stories
Take a step back into history, and follow the threads of eleven stories that feature mystery, romance, and suspense, woven into a tapestry quilt of events that will lead you through many genres; all with the theme of “sewing” interwoven into the collection.
From the nimble fingers of a slave stitching codes into her quilts to help runaway slaves obtain freedom, to a mystifying fire during the infamous Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, to a Haight-Asbury romantic interlude between a professor and a bewitching macramé designer; each story adds another quilt block to this duvet of skillfully intertwined tales.
One of my favorite stories in this collection is the yarn about a pioneer wife and mother who gets her first sewing machine. Anyone who is an avid sewing buff, or quilter will laugh at the competition between her family and her craft. Stitch by stitch, she is able to head off one of the worst Pioneer/Native American clashes that could have killed many on both sides.
I was so wrapped up in reading this particular story, I found myself laughing out loud, to the chagrin of my poor sleeping husband next to me, which made the story even funnier! I love when an author imprints their words on my heart.
Author: Sarah Mallery
These tales were skillfully fashioned within each historical period concerned, and I found them to be unique and unusual. I was astounded at the originality of linking the tales with the idea of sewing becoming the underlying theme in each plot. Each story then becomes a cog, in the crazy quilt of design, with Sarah Mallery stitching a place in our hearts with her words.
Anyone who enjoys variety in their reading tastes will relish these stories. Just because there is a sewing premise in each story does not mean that men will not enjoy this assortment of short stories. There is enough history, murder, and excitement to keep you guessing all through the book.
I loved this assortment of short stories, and they left me wrapped in warmth, just like a quilt constructed from the hands of the author herself.
RATINGS
Realistic Characterization: 5/5
Made Me Think: 4/5
Overall enjoyment: 5/5
Readability: 5/5
Recommended: 5/5
Overall Rating: 5
Buy it at: Amazon
Format & Pricing
Paperback: $8.60 US
Kindle: $2.99 US
Lit World Interviews 
I can’t let this one get away since I’m a sewer! Heading right over to Amazon now! Thanks for the review. ~Elle
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Thank you, Elle! Hope you enjoy…
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Thank you Elle. You will love this collection of stories. ❤
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Great review Colleen! As you know I love this book and funnily enough, my favourite was also the one about the sewing machine. Such a great book!
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That is really cool Olga. I loved that story. It really touched my heart. Now, it is even more special knowing you loved it too! I am so glad I stumbled upon Sarah on Twitter. Social media is good for making introductions!
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It certainly is! I’ve adopted a new philosophy recently regarding promoting on social media. Although it takes a lot of time, the authors/bloggers/reviewers I have met have been simply wonderful!!
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I agree. So glad I found you Sarah.
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Thank you SO much, Colleen, for featuring and reviewing my book! Funnily enough, your favorite story was based on when I was at a machine quilting exhibit and saw a little note that read, “We hid the Singer sewing machine in the cornfield so the Indians wouldn’t get it – Washington Territory, 1870”. Well, I couldn’t let go of that idea–sewing machine trumped cabin!
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Sarah that is a wonderful way to get an idea in your mind for a story! You did a wonderful job with your collection. ❤
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On to the TBR list! I am an amateur seamstress and have made quilts, so this would be up my alley,
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Yes, you will probably relate to a lot of the quilting/sewing things, but do remember, these are NOT little cozy quilting stories! Hope you enjoy…!
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I know you will love this book. 😊
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Very nice review and well deserved. I love this collection of short stories.
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Thank you. There was something for everyone in these stories. 💖
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Thank you, P.C.!
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