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The Estate Sale
Estate sales hold a promise of finding treasures among a myriad of items for sale... Bits and pieces of people’s lives collected through the years and enjoyed over decades of living. The cliché, you can’t take it with you, begs the question, “ What is the true value of anything? ” There may be objects at an estate sale that were found through travels, a perfect piece of art created from nothing, or decorative jewelry. Mary Ludwig, longtime resident in the King William district of San Antonio, Texas, knew she didn’t have much time left. Her desire to leave a legacy spurs her on to plan a most intriguing estate sale. She enlists her friend and caregiver, Emily Tucker, to carry it out after her death. Eight people who attend the sale come to discover God’s hand and Mary’s legacy woven into the items they purchase, and they find their lives changed forever.
232 pages, Paperback
Published February 14, 2020
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January 20, 2020
Captivating Read
I chose 5 stars because I felt it was worthy of it. I was drawn in by the characters and fell in love with the benevolent spirit of the plot.
I chose 5 stars because I felt it was worthy of it. I was drawn in by the characters and fell in love with the benevolent spirit of the plot.
April 15, 2019
•°o•:*:•. Where Pleasure Reading & Soul Blanketing Meet .•:*:• o°•
The story is richly woven and begins with 97-year-old Mary Ludwig who is not long for this world. She has engaged her nurse and friend, Emily Tucker, to help settle her estate, planning a very special sale after she retires to be with the Lord. She has also enlisted her trusted attorney Seth Gardley. Flyers are given to: Rita Crawford, a struggling artist who loves Chai, whom Mary enjoyed discussing art with; Sheila Jennings, a neighbor and garden pal of Mary’s deceased twin, Bertha; Blanca Moreno, a local bus driver and single mom to her daughter Briana who has struggled for over 20 years since her husband, Carlos, walked out on them.
Spotting the ads in the paper are: Betty Langley who collects vintage hats, has a large curio cabinet filled with teacups and other collectibles, age 48, never been married and has her own publishing company.
Kathy Hills (Kat) is a college student and her dad, Brian, works for Boeing. It’s just the two of them these days, since her mom passed away.
Prior to the estate sale, they had never laid on eyes on each other. After, their lives will never be the same. The sale brings them together in a very unique way and they begin “doing life together”. Sometimes that means celebrating. Other times its supporting dreams or dealing with tragedy or even something sinister. It is truly special, packed with emotion, love and friendship set mostly in and around San Antonio, TX.
Spiritual Moments: Well, this entire book is a journey filled with faith, but I did not find it to be in-your-face preachy. Just comfortable, the way friends who love Jesus weave Him into their everyday lives. I loved it. “When I was younger, and mom was alive, we had a rocking chair in a corner of the living room. Mom called it her prayer corner. She kept her Bible on the little side table and after reading a while she would rock quietly.”
Tea Moment (there are plenty throughout for this tea lovin girl): “Betty prepared a cup of Margaret’s Hope tea (which I learned is a Darjeeling tea – my favorite!) and slipped easily into her recliner, adjusting the doily that protected the arm.”
Modern story, told in third person. Also of note, the quality of the paperback is very nice. It’s rather heavy with 207 nice, sturdy pages. It would make a lovely gift and I am already making a mental list of who I will share it with! Fun recipes in the back as well.
Paperback and eVersions available on Amazon.
5+ stars
© Oct 1, 2018, Franklin Scribes Publishers.
I purchased this book and am offering my opinions without any compensation or expectation.
Connect with the author at JunesTeacupTreasures dot com or on FB June Chapko.
The story is richly woven and begins with 97-year-old Mary Ludwig who is not long for this world. She has engaged her nurse and friend, Emily Tucker, to help settle her estate, planning a very special sale after she retires to be with the Lord. She has also enlisted her trusted attorney Seth Gardley. Flyers are given to: Rita Crawford, a struggling artist who loves Chai, whom Mary enjoyed discussing art with; Sheila Jennings, a neighbor and garden pal of Mary’s deceased twin, Bertha; Blanca Moreno, a local bus driver and single mom to her daughter Briana who has struggled for over 20 years since her husband, Carlos, walked out on them.
Spotting the ads in the paper are: Betty Langley who collects vintage hats, has a large curio cabinet filled with teacups and other collectibles, age 48, never been married and has her own publishing company.
Kathy Hills (Kat) is a college student and her dad, Brian, works for Boeing. It’s just the two of them these days, since her mom passed away.
Prior to the estate sale, they had never laid on eyes on each other. After, their lives will never be the same. The sale brings them together in a very unique way and they begin “doing life together”. Sometimes that means celebrating. Other times its supporting dreams or dealing with tragedy or even something sinister. It is truly special, packed with emotion, love and friendship set mostly in and around San Antonio, TX.
Spiritual Moments: Well, this entire book is a journey filled with faith, but I did not find it to be in-your-face preachy. Just comfortable, the way friends who love Jesus weave Him into their everyday lives. I loved it. “When I was younger, and mom was alive, we had a rocking chair in a corner of the living room. Mom called it her prayer corner. She kept her Bible on the little side table and after reading a while she would rock quietly.”
Tea Moment (there are plenty throughout for this tea lovin girl): “Betty prepared a cup of Margaret’s Hope tea (which I learned is a Darjeeling tea – my favorite!) and slipped easily into her recliner, adjusting the doily that protected the arm.”
Modern story, told in third person. Also of note, the quality of the paperback is very nice. It’s rather heavy with 207 nice, sturdy pages. It would make a lovely gift and I am already making a mental list of who I will share it with! Fun recipes in the back as well.
Paperback and eVersions available on Amazon.
5+ stars
© Oct 1, 2018, Franklin Scribes Publishers.
I purchased this book and am offering my opinions without any compensation or expectation.
Connect with the author at JunesTeacupTreasures dot com or on FB June Chapko.
November 5, 2018
What a wonderful book. As a Faith base book goes, this book will lead into seversl people lives and you become their friend. One word of advice keep tissues handy
November 6, 2018
Congrats June
I rated this book five stars because it touched me deeply . I loved how the story told about one woman changing several people's lives. Highly recommend this book.
I rated this book five stars because it touched me deeply . I loved how the story told about one woman changing several people's lives. Highly recommend this book.
August 10, 2019
Really enjoyed this book, could not put it down.
June 19, 2024
It was an interesting idea for a book and could have been good with better writing. The writing was way too elementary.
April 13, 2023
The Estate Sale by June Chapko
When Mary Ludwig knew she didn’t have a lot of time left earth-side, with the help of her caregiver, Emily, she plans an estate sale of her home with the hopes of gifting certain items to individuals who need them. In turn leaving a legacy to be shared after she passes. I really enjoyed this sweet yet sad story! Each person who received the special items that Mary had marked, all in turn received an amazing gift in the end and I loved that! This really reminded of The Bucket List or the movie Sweet November in some ways. I think my favorite part was the gift that Emily receives from Mary and how she uses it in the end.
This was a really good read!
(I’d like to thank the author and publisher for advance reader copy of this book. All wording is of my own opinion!)
When Mary Ludwig knew she didn’t have a lot of time left earth-side, with the help of her caregiver, Emily, she plans an estate sale of her home with the hopes of gifting certain items to individuals who need them. In turn leaving a legacy to be shared after she passes. I really enjoyed this sweet yet sad story! Each person who received the special items that Mary had marked, all in turn received an amazing gift in the end and I loved that! This really reminded of The Bucket List or the movie Sweet November in some ways. I think my favorite part was the gift that Emily receives from Mary and how she uses it in the end.
This was a really good read!
(I’d like to thank the author and publisher for advance reader copy of this book. All wording is of my own opinion!)
September 14, 2019
A very sweet, heartwarming story.
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