Overall rating and opinion of " The Reel Sisters" by Michelle Cummings
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Re: Overall rating and opinion of " The Reel Sisters" by Michelle Cummings
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I'm so glad you enjoyed the story! ~Michelle CummingsCatInTheHat wrote: ↑02 Feb 2018, 16:29 I went into this thinking I wouldn't like it, but I didn't read the last couple "book of the month's" so I wanted to jump back into it. I LOVED this story. I enjoyed the way the characters became "real" friends as they "reeled" in the fish. The ways they shared their lives with each other were endearing. I was so incredibly sad in the end. I did not see that coming at all. I highly recommend this story to those who like to connect with their friends.
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KasieMeihlke, I loved your review. Should I admit your review made me cry? I'm so glad the book touched you the way that it did.KasieMiehlke wrote: ↑02 Feb 2018, 21:25 I was instantly drawn to the title for the simple fact that I have been fishing for most of my life. I gave this book 4 out of 4 stars. I LOVED the way the author captured all of the aspects of fishing, from the peacefulness of it to the anger of losing a fish. The way the theme was kept throughout the entire book while jumping between characters was amazing. I actually cried at the end of this book.
Tight Lines! ~Michelle Cummings
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Thanks for your feedback Christpaul150p. This is consistent feedback I've gotten, so I now know to quicken the pace of the story at the beginning. This is my first novel, so I have learned a lot in the process.Christpaul150p wrote: ↑17 Feb 2018, 07:33 The characters were certainly the best part of the book. I felt like they were my friends by the end of the book. The weakest part of the book was the slow start. Since the book had five alternating perspectives, it took a while for each character to be introduced with a detailed backstory and how they met the other characters. Also, the beginning contained a lot of detail about what fly fishing is and related information about the equipment. Although it was interesting to learn about fly fishing, it made for a slow start to the plot.
I would wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone who likes character-driven stories since I absolutely loved the characters
I'm so glad you loved the characters! I'm starting to work on a sequel. Stay tuned! ~Michelle Cummings
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Looking forward to your final review! ~Michelle CummingsBowens2018 wrote: ↑09 Mar 2018, 12:36 While this genre and subject is normally outside of my wheel-house, I decided to give this book a read and offer a review when finished. While I am only 1/4 finished with the book, The Reel Sisters captivated me from the first paragraph. So far, it has proven to be even more than it offered in the synopsis, and I would recommend it to anyone interested in journeys of self-discovery, especially if they are interested in fishing. So far, I have to give the book at a minimum 4 out of 5, and my final rating will probably be higher. As an student of psychology, this book has proven to be written in such a way that I can discern the individual protagonist's points-of-view and psychological make-ups. Mrs. Cummings varies her writing styles, bringing out these characteristics.
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I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for your comment. ~Michelle Cummingssasederquist wrote: ↑11 Mar 2018, 09:39 I was surprised by this book. Throughout thr story, Michelle takes the reader through love and tragedy, relatable mundane tasks to endearing stories of how these women came together becoming friends and pillars of strength for one another. Tips for fly fishing not only provided simple advice but also gives inspiration to stay focused, concentrate on what you can do and work to succeed at whatever it is you are trying. Fly fishing is quite like how it was described. You have to stay focused and positive in order to land those elusive trout. Couldn't put the book down once i got started and am going to reread it again in the very near future. Definitely recommend this book.
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It is full of adventure and resonates well with readers and can create an affinity to the characters in the story.
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