Sonoma Rose

Jennifer Chiaverini is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame and the University of Chicago. She is the author of many books, most recently Mrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker. She lives with her husband and sons in Madison, Wisconsin.

"Chiaverini has an impressive ability to bring a time and place alive, showcasing the effects of Prohibition on farmers in Sonoma Valley." — Romantic Times"[An] emotionally compelling tale." — Chicago Tribune"Chiaverini does an excellent job of describing the lush landscapes of California wine country, while simultaneously painting a touching portrait of the difficulties faced by farming families who must tend to one another, as well as the earth." — Publishers WeeklyPraise for the Elm Creek Quilt Series:"Imparts a healthy dollop of history in a folksy style, while raising moral questions in a suspenseful narrative." —Publishers Weekly"Warm and wise, full of quilting lore...One of the beauties of this series is that readers can start at the beginning or jump to the end. Each novel stands alone, while for devoted followers, each new volume is like a visit with old friends." —The South Cheatham Advocate (Kingston Springs, TN)"Come os the most compelling characters you'll ever want to meet." —Green Bay Press Gazette"A new generation of quilters embraces the craft with gusto...following the lead of author Jennifer Chiaverini." —Seattle Post Intelligencer