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Sister Circle #2
'Round the Corner
Evelyn Peerbaugh is not so sure she likes the new dynamics of Peerbaugh Place. Just when she and her first tenants had found a calm cove of sisterhood, times changed and Evelyn's boardinghouse had new vacancies to fill. Now Evelyn is starting over. But she has high hopes that these women will become part of a new life-changing sister circle . . . .
375 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 5, 2003
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Vonette Bright
41 books37 followersVonette Bright Since co founding Campus Crusade for Christ with her husband, Bill Bright, in 1951, Vonette has maintained a rigorous schedule as hostess, speaker, discipler, and author. Founder of Women Today International, she is widely recognized as a spokesperson for Christian women.
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September 1, 2024
Good Series
I enjoyed reading book 2 in the series. It was relaxing and gave many moments to smile. I am planning on reading the next bo9k.
I enjoyed reading book 2 in the series. It was relaxing and gave many moments to smile. I am planning on reading the next bo9k.
July 17, 2017
As much as I loved the first book in the series, I knew I had to pick up the sequel straight away. I was slightly disappointed to see that most of the Sisters had moved away from Peerbaugh Place (and again - the timing was way off. This would have been more realistic if it had been set 2 years after the first book instead of less than one), but fortunately most of them turned up on a very regular basis, so I didn't get to miss them too much.
Not quite as good as the first book - some aspects were too unrealistic for me to be able to entirely refrain from rolling my eyes - but even so I ended up enjoying it almost as much. I grew really fond of Heddy, and Summer is just a delight! (I've meet girls her age who are exactly as precocious as she is, so never felt she acted too old for her years). And again, the book seemed to have exactly the right message for me, spurring me on in my own walk with God.
Not quite as good as the first book - some aspects were too unrealistic for me to be able to entirely refrain from rolling my eyes - but even so I ended up enjoying it almost as much. I grew really fond of Heddy, and Summer is just a delight! (I've meet girls her age who are exactly as precocious as she is, so never felt she acted too old for her years). And again, the book seemed to have exactly the right message for me, spurring me on in my own walk with God.
April 16, 2017
Book two of the Sister Circle is another enjoyable read. Too often books mirror "real life" far too much to be an enjoyable getaway. This series of books is a nice departure from the norm. In Book Two we follow Evelyn, who is feeling left behind since her frist set of boarders left, as she tries to fill her boarding house with new "sisters". It isn't an easy road for Evelyn, but the story is every bit as good as the first story and maybe even better. We get to see characters from the first book in their new lives and we get to know new sisters. Very enjoyable.
July 2, 2022
What a WONDERFUL Series!!!
The last two book of the 'Sister Circle' have been magnificent! This one especially spoke to me as no other book but the Bible has. The lives of these women with all the Bible verses were such a joy & emotional read. Evelyn who owns the boarding house has had another big change in her life. All of the "sisters" are still involved in this book but their lives intertwine in wonderful ways with the new ladies who are renting the rooms. As the story goes along you get as involved in their sorrows & happiness. I can't wait to go onto the next book in the series. Honestly, after trusting my life to the Lord over 60 yrs. ago, my eyes have been opened to old verses in new &exciting ways. Thank you for opening my eyes. PLEASE read this series, you will be so blessed.
The last two book of the 'Sister Circle' have been magnificent! This one especially spoke to me as no other book but the Bible has. The lives of these women with all the Bible verses were such a joy & emotional read. Evelyn who owns the boarding house has had another big change in her life. All of the "sisters" are still involved in this book but their lives intertwine in wonderful ways with the new ladies who are renting the rooms. As the story goes along you get as involved in their sorrows & happiness. I can't wait to go onto the next book in the series. Honestly, after trusting my life to the Lord over 60 yrs. ago, my eyes have been opened to old verses in new &exciting ways. Thank you for opening my eyes. PLEASE read this series, you will be so blessed.
July 1, 2018
I seriously only bought this book because I wanted to see how the author would handle the "big reveal" of a connection between two characters that was broadly hinted at in the first book in the series. This book picks up about a year after the first book leaves off, and we've got a whole new cast of characters populating the boardinghouse. Two characters have had major and sudden life changes -- it seriously all seems much too abrupt, and I'd have liked to have read about how that all came about instead of opening the book only to find in the first few pages of the novel that all this has happened. I didn't feel that this was well-done at all, and between that and the author's heavy-handed use of religion, I'm not motivated to read two more books in the series to get to that reveal.
June 5, 2018
Boarding house drama
This second book of the Sister Circle series continues the saga of Evelyn, recent widow who opens her home as a boarding house in order to have an income after her husband leaves her with barely enough money to bury him. New occupants bring new secrets and varying personalities, yet we keep up with the original occupants as well. Actually a well done job of handling so many characters.
This second book of the Sister Circle series continues the saga of Evelyn, recent widow who opens her home as a boarding house in order to have an income after her husband leaves her with barely enough money to bury him. New occupants bring new secrets and varying personalities, yet we keep up with the original occupants as well. Actually a well done job of handling so many characters.
August 25, 2017
Once again... I enjoyed reading about several very different women—with contrasting backgrounds, interests, and personalities—who by circumstance end up living under the same roof, and by the grace of God, evolve into better people and find a way to develop a loving, sisterly bond with one another. A great addition to the Sister Circle series!
August 10, 2018
Great Christian Reading
I love this series of books. Nancy Moser is a wonderful Christian writer and very passionate about sharing her faith through her books. You can't but help loving all the characters, even when they are not being loveable. I can hardly wait to read book 3 of this series, and look forward to reading more of Ms. Maker's books.
I love this series of books. Nancy Moser is a wonderful Christian writer and very passionate about sharing her faith through her books. You can't but help loving all the characters, even when they are not being loveable. I can hardly wait to read book 3 of this series, and look forward to reading more of Ms. Maker's books.
February 17, 2022
Time to unwind to feel good read, you deserve it!
If you want to see what it would be like to live a life, the way God intended. To see people come together as strangers and become a family, trials and triumph. This is a great example of never underestimating what God can do. Enjoy!
If you want to see what it would be like to live a life, the way God intended. To see people come together as strangers and become a family, trials and triumph. This is a great example of never underestimating what God can do. Enjoy!
November 10, 2023
The second book in the series. I loved this one just as much, meeting some new characters. I was happy to see the continuity of some of the characters from the first book. It made it easier to welcome the new characters. I thought it was a bit fast that the first set of boarders all left less than a year after they moved in, but such is the timing of books I guess!
May 5, 2018
New characters mixed in with a few of the old. Still the same heartwarming drama from before. The only complaint I have is that the conversion stories in this book are not as deeply felt or described. The sincerity seems to be lacking.
June 13, 2018
Another really good book--a fantastic book...a good book to read!!
Each character is well written!! I'm ready to keep reading...to learn what happens next. I also love the Christian influence!
Each character is well written!! I'm ready to keep reading...to learn what happens next. I also love the Christian influence!
July 7, 2018
Another Great Book
Another Great Book with the Sister Circle.
I loved the storyline and the amazing characters.
This book is recommended for those who love Christian women's fiction.
Another Great Book with the Sister Circle.
I loved the storyline and the amazing characters.
This book is recommended for those who love Christian women's fiction.
July 22, 2018
Delightful
I was delighted to continue reading about the folks at Peerbaugh Place, however I was a little disappointed some major events got bypassed between books. Won't mention it here to spoil it for anyone!! But all in all, a good read and I look forward to the next!
I was delighted to continue reading about the folks at Peerbaugh Place, however I was a little disappointed some major events got bypassed between books. Won't mention it here to spoil it for anyone!! But all in all, a good read and I look forward to the next!
August 26, 2018
Warm, enjoyable and hard to put down
I have thoroughly enjoyed this series! The characters of Peerbaugh Place draw you in and keep you wanting more. You will drawn to these characters and feel their hurts while you celebrate their happy times too!
I have thoroughly enjoyed this series! The characters of Peerbaugh Place draw you in and keep you wanting more. You will drawn to these characters and feel their hurts while you celebrate their happy times too!
September 17, 2019
Love It!
This is the second book of the series and I just love seeing the women come together with the help of the Lord. I have to read the third book because there are still unanswered questions. On to Book 3...
This is the second book of the series and I just love seeing the women come together with the help of the Lord. I have to read the third book because there are still unanswered questions. On to Book 3...
May 31, 2022
The character may change but the problems they face and the solutions the "sisters" provide remain .
We have new loves, marriages, new boarders, and more of God's advice but it held my attention and I'll be reading book 3 soon.
We have new loves, marriages, new boarders, and more of God's advice but it held my attention and I'll be reading book 3 soon.
July 10, 2022
A God Inspired Story
Although you can predict the ending the route taken to get there is filled with laughter, some tears and His word. I loved it and have ordered the rest of the series.
Although you can predict the ending the route taken to get there is filled with laughter, some tears and His word. I loved it and have ordered the rest of the series.
March 26, 2024
Another great read. With new boarders, and some "weird" personalities Evelyn thinks they will never become "sisters". Along with the new boarders stories, we get glimpses into the lives of the former boarders, which I really enjoyed. Love these stories.
May 29, 2017
Good
It was a good read but not as well as the first book but I am going to continue on with the series...
It was a good read but not as well as the first book but I am going to continue on with the series...
January 9, 2018
Yayyyyy!
I'm loving these books! Ita so much to be taken away from the story. I'm excited about the next book. These are truly excellent books.
I'm loving these books! Ita so much to be taken away from the story. I'm excited about the next book. These are truly excellent books.
July 1, 2018
Great book
I have now read books 1 & 2. Can't wait to read book 3. These books are so inspiring! A must read!!!
I have now read books 1 & 2. Can't wait to read book 3. These books are so inspiring! A must read!!!
July 14, 2018
Enjoyable story and characters with great spiritual truths throughout. A good series!
July 18, 2018
This is book two of s series. I like the characters and the message it give.
September 23, 2018
So good to read two of their books after each other with a continuation of the characters. I am looking forward to more stories like this. Thank you girls. Very enjoyable reading.
October 22, 2018
Challenging and touching
I love the Sister Circle book series because it challenges me and has touched my heart. I have grown spiritually because of this book.
I love the Sister Circle book series because it challenges me and has touched my heart. I have grown spiritually because of this book.
January 7, 2019
Not as favored as the first book, in my opinion, but still fun and enjoyable! Nice series that has each character deal with a struggle that all the characters learn to hand over to Jesus.
September 11, 2020
Another great book
This book was a great story.The characters are full of life and that was the best part.You should go read this book for yourself.
This book was a great story.The characters are full of life and that was the best part.You should go read this book for yourself.
August 21, 2021
Delicious
Next step and second books can be challenging but it was flawless in the story! Definitely a great read and a clean read too!
Next step and second books can be challenging but it was flawless in the story! Definitely a great read and a clean read too!
April 21, 2022
Onward and Upward
Believing is sometimes hard but worth the uncertainty. People can surprise every character and do. Read and enjoy enjoy enjoy
Believing is sometimes hard but worth the uncertainty. People can surprise every character and do. Read and enjoy enjoy enjoy
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