The Lumby Lines - Softcover

Fraser, Gail

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0976744201 ISBN 13: 9780976744207

Publisher: Yorkville Pr Inc, 2005

Synopsis

What Garrison Keillor did for Lake Wobegon, Gail Fraser has done for Lumby in this delightfully touching new novel. An engaging cast of characters populates Lumby, a one-moose town in the Pacific Northwest where pigs literally fly and goats invade the bank vault, a dog runs for mayor and Sheriff Dixon keeps a gentle watch over all the quirky goings-on. The story centers on outsiders, Pam and Mark Walker, a couple of "East Coasters" who set about converting the community's fire-ravaged monastery into a historic inn. In the process they face the suspicions of the townsfolk, the open hositility of the cranky old newspaper publisher with a dark secret, and the sometimes helpful, often humorously hapless assistance of the local tradespeople. Fraser weaves an entertaining tale of foibles and romance, intrigue and benign mayhem, as she introduces an array of personalities who come to life in snippets from the local paper, THE LUMBY LINES. From the myterious benefactor who leaves unsolicited checks in old journals, to the flamingo with a flare for fashion, and the young reporter who dreams of writing an 'expose', the Walkers discover the many layers of Lumby. Whether it's joining in the town's raft races with near disastrous results, or unknowingly revealing long-hidden relationships, the newcomers become entwined in the town's fabric and never look back.Setting the stage for more charming stories to come, Fraser paints a picture full of laughter and love that readers will take to their hearts--and conjures up magic in an everyday place called Lumby that they will want to revisit again and again.

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Review

About the Lumby Novels....

"For lovers of Americana - a series featuring the old-fashioned country town of Lumby populated by relentlessly quirky residents who remind us just how crazy normal life usually is."--Forbes

"There's a quality to the writing that lends an unrushed, meandering feel. There are plenty of light chuckles to be found."--Publishers Weekly

"At a time when we seem to be taking ourselves all too seriously, Lumby strikes just the right balance of playfulness, satire and drama. A thoroughly enjoyable read!"--Brother Christopher, Abbot, New Skete Monastery

"You will be amazed by the great imagination of the author. The reader is in for a treat. This book is a delight to read and one that you will thoroughly enjoy." --Bestsellersworld.com

"In the tradition of Jan Karon's Mitford series, this engaging inside look at small-town life will draw a bevy of fans to its old-fashioned story combining a bit of romance, a bit of mystery and a multitude of quirky and endearing characters."--Booklist

"Lumby goes straight to the heart. The simplicity, humor and downright friendliness of the book make reading it a pleasure. The author has faithfully carved out a slice of small-town living and topped it off with a large helping of humor."--Christian Book Previews

"Readers who have traveled to Mitford with Jan Karon will find the trip to Lumby at least as pleasant and marked with a lot more laughter. If the world of cozy fiction has a capital, it's Lumby."--Cozy Library

"This was by far one of the most delightful books I have read in a long time. A very well-written light fiction filled with great moments of reflection, including witty and fast-paced dialog, resulting in a carefully woven tale that brings to life small town life and quirkiness."--Seattle Pi

"If Gail Fraser's little town of Lumby could escape the confines of her imagination and be put on the proverbial map, I'd move there in a moment." --- Philip Gulley, Author of the Harmony series

"A visit to the charming, whimsical town of Lumby is a refreshing change from our fast paced lives. A delightful read." --- Joan Medlicott, author of The Ladies of Covington Series

"A rich venue of interwoven storylines and memorable characters set against the backdrop of small town life."--Katherine Valentine, author

"Full of good fun, drama and characters so richly drawn that you'll swear you know them, or wish you did."--Saratogian

"Drop in on the sweetest small town since Mayberry, where the worst people are still nicer than the best people you know. Your own troubles will melt away."--Bob Tarte, author

"A book filled with love, compassion, and connectedness. A wonderful tale of people in all small towns and families who are flawed but do the best that they can."--The Review Boards

About the Author

Gail Fraser is the author of The Lumby series, which includes The Lumby Lines, Stealing Lumby, Lumby's Bounty, The Promise of Lumby and Lumby on the Air (Penguin NAL '07-'10). Additionally, she and her husband, artist Art Poulin, collaboratively wrote and illustrated Finding Happiness in Simplicity, hardcover published in 2012 by Globe Pequot Press. Gail has once again returned to Lumby and is currently finishing her sixth novel - excepted to be released in 2017 - that sheds a humorous light on today's political, cultural and technological insanities in order to answer the stunningly simple question: how will Lumby survive? Prior to becoming a novelist, Gail had a successful corporate career, holding senior-executive positions in several Fortune 100 corporations. She has a BA from Skidmore College and an MBA from the University of Connecticut, with graduate work done at Harvard University. She and her husband currently live in rural upstate New York, but have their sights set on a move to Florida as both are avid open-water and pool long-distance swimmers. You can visit Gail at www.lumbybooks.com.

Edition details

• Publisher: Yorkville Pr Inc
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0976744201
• ISBN 13: 9780976744207
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 289