Comments from the Book Discussion Group at DeSoto Library regarding our October 2009 selection:

The Orchardby Adele Crockett Robertson

The question was asked, “Would you recommend this book to someone else?”

Georgianna: “Yes. It's sad that she put out all that effort and wasn't able to keep the orchard. It was a book that you had to keep reading once you picked it up."

Sue: "Yes. A hard-working woman that shows what someone can accomplish when she puts her back and mind to it."

Vickie: “Yes. I would recommend this to a reader. Her determination and never quitting despite the hardships she went through was incredible.”

Jane: “Yes. I thought it was a very good book, a true story of an amazing woman.”

Janine: “I was amazed by the woman's determination to tackle tasks that required a variety of new skills. I especially enjoyed learning all about the mechanics of operating an orchard and about beekeeping."

Judy: "I thought it was a good book and very timely considering the economic crisis we're in."

Ann: "Yes. I admired her independent nature and perseverance as she struggled to save the orchard."

Marianne: "Yes. I felt bad for her. I wanted her to save the orchard."

Rose: "Yes. I really liked it. It brought back things my Mom and Dad had told me about the Depression era."