Spinning Forward

Title: Spinning Forward
Author: Terri Dulong
Series: Cedar Key
Copyright: Paperback
Source: Library

published description: A New Englander born and bred, the last place Sydney Webster expects to find herself starting over is on an island off the coast of Florida. Yet here she is in Cedar Key, trying to pull herself together after her husband's untimely death--and the even more untimely revelation of his gambling addiction. Bereft of her comfortable suburban life, Syd takes shelter at a college pal's bed and breakfast, where amidst the bougainvillea blossoms and the island's gentle rhythms, a plan begins to form. . .

Syd never considered the possibility of turning her passion for spinning and knitting into something more than a hobby, but when the unique composition of her wool draws attention, a door is opened--the first among many. Yet even as she ventures out of her comfort zone, Syd finds herself stepping into the embrace of a community rich with love, laughter, friendship. . .and secrets. And as long-hidden truths are revealed, Syd faces a choice: spin a safety net--or spin decidedly forward and never look back. . .

Originally from Gainesville, I picked this book up first because of the setting of Cedar Key - I love to read about areas with which I am really familiar. I also like knitting so, couple items in favor right off the bat. It got a little sappy and a bit too much on the 'work your female spirit' stuff for me a couple times but, overall I enjoyed it very much.