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Overview

With Home to Holly Springs, New York Times-bestselling author Jan Karon launches a new series, The Father Tim Novels, featuring the retired Episcopal priest that her readers have come to love. With all the deep feeling, insight, and humor that fans of the Mitford series cherish, Karon in this novel takes Father Tim on a journey to his hometown of Holly Springs, Mississippi. A host of fascinating encounters with people along the way ensure that the trip is colorful, though as Father Tim arrives in response to a mysterious summons, he may discover that home is where the heart is but also where secrets are hidden.

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"Come home." It takes only a two-word, unsigned note to call Father Tim Kavanaugh back to his Holly Springs, Mississippi, roots. And readers of Jan Karon's nine Mitford Years novels will require no greater prod than that to be drawn into this latest installment about this newly retired Episcopalian priest. Father Tim's return to his old stomping grounds brings with it heartwarming nostalgia but also the exposure of deeply buried secrets and the discovery of newfound friends. Could this be the timely arrival of a new Karon series?
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Karon's bestselling series of Mitford novels has concluded with 25 million copies sold to date, but to the relief of eager fans, she introduces a new series featuring Father Tim. The beloved Episcopal priest returns to his childhood town of Holly Springs, Miss., where he reconnects with old friends and battles some old demons. The novel is thick with Father Tim's past, as Karon uses flashbacks to shed light on his early adulthood, especially his transition to seminary. In Holly Springs, his penchant for getting near strangers to open up to him-and his earnest, moving reflections on faith, prayer and the risks of love-are reassuringly present. His wife, Cynthia, is on stage far less than he, but when she appears, she is charming and insightful, as usual. Yet the book is far from perfect. Development of the quirky locals in Holly Springs is thin, and the end is a tad abrupt. Most frustratingly, the central drama of the novel falls flat: Father Tim discovers a long-buried family secret, but he doesn't grapple deeply enough with the emotional consequences of his discovery, nor does Karon fully explore the ways in which the secret plunges us into the Southern quagmire of race. Still, Mitford fans will enjoy this newest visit with wise, winsome, lovable Father Tim. (Oct. 30)

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Karon holds varying aspects of humanity up to the light, from staggering cruelty . . . to the awesome power of love and forgiveness.

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780670018253
  • Publisher: Penguin Group (USA) Incorporated
  • Publication date: 10/30/2007
  • Pages: 368
  • Sales rank: 205,887
  • Series: Father Tim Series, #1
  • Product dimensions: 6.30 (w) x 9.10 (h) x 1.30 (d)

Meet the Author

Jan Karon
Jan Karon
If you have ever wanted to settle down in an idyllic small town and live a life focused on faith and family, Jan Karon's books are for you. Her Mitford series follows a rural town, its inhabitants and its rector with humor, sentiment and a foundation of Christian values that help characters overcome setbacks.

Biography

Jan Karon, born Janice Meredith Wilson in the foothills of North Carolina, was named after the title of a popular novel, Janice Meredith.

Jan wrote her first novel at the age of ten. "The manuscript was written on Blue Horse notebook paper, and was, for good reason, kept hidden from my sister. When she found it, she discovered the one curse word I had, with pounding heart, included in someone's speech. For Pete's sake, hadn't Rhett Butler used that very same word and gotten away with it? After my grandmother's exceedingly focused reproof, I've written books without cussin' ever since."

Several years ago, Karon left a successful career in advertising to move to the mountain village of Blowing Rock, North Carolina, and write books. "I stepped out on faith to follow my lifelong dream of being an author," she says. "I made real sacrifices and took big risks. But living, it seems to me, is largely about risk."

Enthusiastic booksellers across the country have introduced readers of all ages to Karon's heartwarming books. At Home in Mitford, Karon's first book in the Mitford series, was nominated for an ABBY by the American Booksellers Association in 1996 and again in 1997. Bookstore owner, Shirley Sprinkle, says, "The Mitford Books have been our all-time fiction bestsellers since we went in business twenty-five years ago. We've sold 10,000 of Jan's books and don't see any end to the Mitford phenomenon."

Author biography courtesy of Penguin Group (USA).

    1. Also Known As:
      Janice Meredith Wilson
    2. Hometown:
      Blowing Rock, North Carolina
    1. Date of Birth:
      November 30, 1936
    2. Place of Birth:
      Lenoir, North Carolina
    1. Website:
      http://www.mitfordbooks.com
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  • Posted May 13, 2010

    Father Tim's next challenge

    I opened "Home to Holly Springs" with such anticipation! I finally had Jan Karon's new book, it was a cold and rainy Sunday afternoon, I was in heaven. As I read, turning each page eagerly, I kept saying to myself, "Something exciting will happen soon, the next chapter will be more exciting." I was expecting this book to be like the Mitford books, but those familiar characters were not appearing. The new characters were not as likeable, and I didn't care too much about them. I tried to like them, but I found them a bit tiring. Two major characters with the same name! Who was who? Jan Karon, why? I struggled with the book, determined to finish it. Finally, Cynthia showed up and things began moving along! I was not surprised with the final "secret"; nor was I surprised with Father Tim's decision. Of course, he would! I do look forward to more Father Tim books. I just hope they will be more fun to read!

    5 out of 6 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted May 9, 2009

    Reconciling ones past with the present

    This is a wonderful addition to the Father Tim stories! We get to see the events that made Father Tim the man he is. We also have the opportunity to see that negative events in our lives can lead to good instead of being used as excuses for failure and lack of ambition.

    3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted August 14, 2010

    Jan Karon's books are always a good read

    I loved getting to know Tim and his background. It was a very enjoyable book and I look forward to the next installment.

    2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 26, 2008

    Just not the same ...

    I was very disappointed in this book after having loved all of her previous books. I could not wait to read the next. In this book, she seems to have changed. In previous books, she wrote more about her characters and their interaction. It almost seems as if someone told Ms. Karon to change her style and that she was becoming too formulaic. I think not but it seems she has gone out of her way to change . I couldn't follow the dialogue and couldn't figure out some of the insinuations. I must go back and read it again to figure out some of the characters. I do hope she gets back on track in the future.

    2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted May 28, 2010

    superb

    This was just a wonderful book. Father Tim goes back to Holly Springs at age 70, and his boyhood suddenly comes alive in flashbacks to the deep south. A wonderful escape to another time and place, beautiful love story, wonderful surprise ending. Loved it, highly recommend.

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted April 25, 2010

    audio book "reader"

    I love the audio books of the Mitford series and couldn't wait to listen to the next round of Father Tim. But I was very disappointed that a new reader was doing the book. The series really needs the other guy to do this series (and any other books on disc that he can, he is WONDERFUL)

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 21, 2010

    The best book since To Kill a Mockingbird!

    Hands down, the best book since To Kill a Mockingbird!

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 11, 2009

    If you loved Mitford, you'll love this book!

    I felt bereft when I finished the last novel in the Mitford series. So I was elated to discover that Jan Karon has continued Father Tim Kavanagh's adventures in a new series. If you read the Mitford novels, you know that Father Tim at times referred to an uneasy relationship with his own father. In this novel, Father Tim goes home to Holly Springs and confronts some demons from his past. This journey has mystery, humor, and characters that come to life on the page. I'm looking forward to reading more books in this series...

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted November 11, 2009

    I Also Recommend:

    Home to Holly Springs fits this book to a T. Going home for Father Tim is also like going home for the reader.

    I have read all of the Mitford series and all the Christmas books; plus the cookbook. But, Home to Holly Springs takes us back to the beginning of Father Tim and his roots. In the process of this journey, the reader is also reminded of their own history. When Father Tim is reaquainted with an old flame and the memories involved with it, the reader has their own old memories. It is such a warm,fuzzy book. Thank you, Jan Karon.

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 26, 2009

    Best of the series.

    My favorite of all the Mitford books.

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 26, 2009

    Pleased with another Jan Karon book

    I always enjoy Jan Karon's books and this one was no exception.

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 21, 2012

    Disappointing

    I'm only half way through and can't make myself finish. I thoroughly enjoyed the author's Mitford series, but this is nothing like it. I find it to be slow, and the transitions from the present and past are sometimes hard to follow. The tone of the book is melancholic and rather depressing. Maybe the second half will redeem it but I'm not wasting my time to find out. Sorry.

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  • Posted October 17, 2011

    Great book!

    A mysterious two word note sends Father Tim back to his home town after many years. He finds old friends and solves a mystery from his past, and learns more about himself. This is a great addition to Jan Karon's world!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted September 20, 2011

    Very Disappointing

    After such a great series -- I read and enjoyed them all -- this book was a huge disappointment. Jan Karon should have left Father Tim in Mitford!!!

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  • Posted September 16, 2011

    Nice, entertaining book.

    A very easy read and quite an interesting story. Language was decent
    and not embarrassed to be seen reading this. Had actually ordered
    "In the Company of Others" after seeing a review in a magazine and
    when I realized it was #2 of a series I got this to be sure it was
    read first. Then read the second and am now looking forward to
    others. Usually read bios and history so these are a light
    relief in between heavier subjects.

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  • Posted August 12, 2011

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    *yawn*

    This was the first Jan Karon book I have read. I had heard that her books were a bit more captivating. Everything was predictable and it made for a long read.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 1, 2011

    Didn't Enjoy

    I liked the Mitford books much better. This book kept switching around and was difficult to figure out who was talking and what was going on. Two of the characters even had the same name. It was just too confusing. It just didn't hold my interest. I finally gave up on it.

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  • Posted July 4, 2011

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    If you liked the Mitford series you'll like this too!

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  • Posted May 2, 2011

    Wow!

    I loved this book. If everyone could behave like Father Tim and Henry Winchester, the world would be a much better place. I am eagerly awaiting more in the future regarding their relationship as it develops.

    0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted November 17, 2010

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    Okay...

    I read the Mitford series because they remind me of my grandmother and the time I spent with her in the small town in which she lived. This book was a little too much for me. It seemed a little preachy about white/black relationships - like the author was trying to convince us that African Americans are people, too. Do people still need that lesson?? At the same time, there were some "concerns" by Father Tim that seemed VERY out of date.

    It was nice to hear from Father Tim again, but the book was unrealistic and everything wrapped up a little too perfectly in the end. Also, this book seemed more "religious" than the other books. I appreciate that the author is not afraid to talk about something as uncool as religion and faith, but I couldn't understand all of the religious sayings.

    I don't know if I'll continue reading the series.

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