Every Tuesday I host First Chapter First Paragraph Tuesday Intros where I share the first paragraph sometimes two from a book I am reading or thinking about reading soon.
A Newport Christmas Wedding; Shelley Noble
William Morrow-2015
CHAPTER 1
" MERI CALDER-HOLLIS SOON to be Meri Calder-Hollis Corrigan, stood on an antique wooden washtub in the middle of her grandmother's living room. The tub had seen many incarnations. First as the receptacle for Saturday wash days, then as a bed for several litters of puppies, kittens, and once a wounded fox.
For several summers it held geraniums by the front door, ice for the church picnic, and even borrowed for a photo shoot for a brochure of one of the mansions Meri was restoring at the time. Today it was covered with a white sheet and served as a platform for the hemming of her wedding dress."
What do you think -- keep reading or pass?
(Feel free to join in this week by posting your intro below?
I love things that have many uses, like that washtub...sounds like an interesting story.
ReplyDeleteMe too and the Newport, RI setting is a real plus for me as well.
DeleteI love the scene your opening sets. I can just imagine all that tub has seen. I hope you enjoy your book, Diane!
ReplyDeleteYes, I like how she described its history.
DeleteSounds like a sweet Christmas story that I'd enjoy.
ReplyDeleteThank you for hosting today and Happy Thanksgiving!
Same to you Sandy.
DeleteAn evocative opening this week Diane - sounds intriguing and I would like to know more.
ReplyDeleteCleo, glad u enjoyed it.
DeleteThat was a sweet opening paragraph. I love how the author used the history that of the washtub to set the scene. Hope the rest of the book is just as good.
ReplyDeleteHaven't started it but maybe Friday after all the company is gone:)
DeleteShe's going to have a real mouthful of a name. Love the washtub. I grew up with one that was similarly multipurposed.
ReplyDeleteThat is for sure:)
DeleteGreat imagery but can't do Christmas before thanksgiving so probably wouldn't read right now.
ReplyDeleteClose enough for me Emma LOL
DeleteI'm so in the mood for Christmas stories so I would keep reading. Girl Who Reads
ReplyDeleteMe too and we haven't even had a snowfall yet here in New England LOL
DeleteI'd keep reading. Sounds like a bit of nostalgia, which I'd probably like. And I'm in the mood for Christmas themed stories too.
ReplyDeleteKym, glad it appealed to you.
DeleteThe first paragraph of this one grabbed me. And I am in the mood for Christmas reading too. We won't decorate much, so a Christmas mug and Christmas book will get me in the spirit. Thanks for sharing this one.
ReplyDeleteThis one is short Judy so nice for busy months like this.
DeleteHI, First time joining in for me. That's a interesting teaser -- lots of elements I like: Chtistmas, design, antiques. I'd keep reading if only to get a clearer picture of this washstand. Here's my Teaser Tuesday and First Chapter, First Paragraph Tuesday Intro: http://wp.me/p4DMf0-12n
ReplyDeleteI'm happy you joined us this week. Glad u liked the intro.
DeleteThat sounds like a charming read, especially for this time of year.
ReplyDeleteGlad u liked the intro, thanks for stopping by.
DeleteThat one probably isn't for me but the intro was pretty good!
ReplyDeleteYes, Brian, I can see how this one would not appear to all.
DeleteI like novellas with a Christmas theme. I'd keep reading.
ReplyDeleteMe too, Nise. Novellas are perfect for this busy time of year.
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