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Shepherds Abiding (Mitford Series, Bk 8)
Shepherds Abiding - Mitford Series, Bk 8
Author: Jan Karon
Since he was a boy growing up in Mississippi, Father Tim has lived what he calls "the life of the mind." Except for cooking and gardening and washing his dog, he never learned to savor the work of his hands. And then he finds a derelict nativity scene-twenty figures, including a flock of sheep, that have suffered the indignities of time and negl...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780670031207
ISBN-10: 0670031208
Publication Date: 10/20/2003
Pages: 304
Rating:
  • Currently 4.1/5 Stars.
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4.1 stars, based on 225 ratings
Publisher: Viking Books
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback, Audio Cassette, Audio CD
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reviewed Shepherds Abiding (Mitford Series, Bk 8) on + 72 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
This is the 8th novel in the best-selling Mitford Years series. I loved every one of these books, but this is special because it is a Christmas story. When I finished the series I was sad to leave these friends behind. Write more, Jan Karon!!!
punkinema avatar reviewed Shepherds Abiding (Mitford Series, Bk 8) on + 305 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
This is a very family-friendly book that I enjoyed reading. It is not a mystery but rather a story of a small town and the folks who live there. Charming.
reviewed Shepherds Abiding (Mitford Series, Bk 8) on + 48 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
The story of Christmas, and Father Tim's careful restoration of a nativity set for his wife.
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The eighth novel in the Mitford Year's series about a retired Episcopal priest, his friends and family.
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Cute little story in the Mitford Series. All wonderful reads.
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reviewed Shepherds Abiding (Mitford Series, Bk 8) on + 92 more book reviews
Lovely book. I want to live in this town and know these people and share my life with them. This was a wonderful, uplifting tale. I loved it, loved it, loved it.
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Out of the Mitford Series, this was one of my favorites. A yearly reread at Christmas.
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Great book!
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If you have enjoyed the previous Jan Karon books in this series, I think you will really enjoy this one!

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