Praise for The Recipe Box
"An easy, delightful novel" –Good Housekeeping
“Shipman’s (The Charm Bracelet; The Hope Chest) multigenerational creation skillfully layers the triumphs and struggles of each family member with recurring adages proven true no matter the era. She presents a thoroughly enchanting story of strength and resilience that love provides in families. Numerous recipes and delicious descriptions will further entice readers to try their hand at baking” –Library Journal
"Filled with cherished memories and treasured recipes, The Recipe Box is a touching tribute to the women and food that unite us and connect our past to the present." —Richard Paul Evans, #1 New York Times bestselling author
"Shipman has sensitively crafted another tender, deeply resonant novel that readers can savor." —Shelf Awareness
"Shipman’s charming stories remind us how family recipe collections link generations and spark our fondest memories. Treasure them!" —Julee Rosso, author of The Silver Palate Cookbook
"The Recipe Box is as tantalizing as apples baking in butter and cinnamon, enlivening the senses in a way that reminds us that the heart never forgets where it belongs." —Laura Lane McNeal, author of Dollbaby
"This heartwarming story of family and food will appeal to fans of gentle, intergenerational women's fiction." —Booklist
Praise for Viola Shipman
“A graceful, moving, emotionally impactful read.” —Garth Stein, New York Times bestselling author of A Sudden Light and The Art of Racing in The Rain
"[The Hope Chest] demonstrates the enduring power of love and kindness...a good choice for fans of gentle, heartwarming fiction." —Booklist
"Saugatuck, MI, springs to life in this nostalgic, gentle story of lifelong love along." —Library Journal
“Rich in character and story, The Charm Bracelet is utterly charming!” —Debbie Macomber, New York Times bestselling author
“A rare jewel.” —Adriana Trigiani, New York Times bestselling author
“Readers will be charmed.” —Good Housekeeping