Reviews
"This is one of the best books I have read. I rank it right up there with To Kill a Mockingbird as a coming of age story. — Goodreads Reader ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"I read books. I teach books. I have read only one other book among the thousands in my lifetime that moved me in this way." — Amazon Reader ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"Books like this one, although few and far between, are the reason I read."
— Amazon Reader ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
— Amazon Reader ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The Raffle Baby is a charming and intriguing story that combines historical fiction and fairy tales in a unique way . . . I enjoyed the story and was enchanted by the relationship between the three main characters." — Library Thing ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"This is one of those rare books where the reviewer wants to give it ten, no, a hundred, no, two thousand stars! The writing is stunning. Ruth Talbot has a delicate, beautiful usage of word. And her words craft a wonderful story. Griping, grim, tragic at times, nostalgic and loving."
— Trisha Sugarek, Reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
— Trisha Sugarek, Reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“This book is one of the most emotional, sad, happy that I’ve ever read. It was so historically fascinating yet so gripping & I simply couldn’t put it down. Thank you Ruth Talbot.”
-— Goodreads Reader ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
-— Goodreads Reader ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"Do yourself a favour and read this book! I can't put into words how I feel but I know this book will stay with me for a long time."
-— Renee's Readers Club Facebook Group ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
-— Renee's Readers Club Facebook Group ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"Every word was music to my ears. So beautifully written I couldn't put it down." — Amazon Reader ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"There was nothing I did not like about this book. It was both mystical and magical. The terrible times of the depression are described in great detail, but always with great hope." — Amazon Reader ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"Great story telling-a mesmerizing writing style. Loved it - worth ten stars!" — Amazon Reader ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"Once begun, I could not put this book down until I'd finished (except I did feed the dog). Kudos to this author for a unique and emotionally satisfying story. I have to emphasize that the writing is poignant, witty and fresh.I can't recommend this book enough. Due to the intriguing title and premise, I went in with high expectations and they were more than rewarded. 5+ stars!" — Amazon Reader ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"Excellent. Loved every minute of it. Was sorry when it ended. A must read." — Facebook Reader
"This book and the stories within it fed my soul. Please keep writing!" — Amazon Reader ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"Now that I finished reading this endearing story, I will miss it. It’s a book where you truly love reading the words. You admire the strength of the characters and the connection they have with one another. I probably will never forget the story nor the characters." — Amazon Reader ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️