When I first started writing for BellaOnline, Isabel Anders was one of the very first authors to approach me with a request to review a book. Becoming Flame was a beautifully written piece of folk art. Containing valuable life lessons, written in a simplistic, yet poetic and beautiful language, it imparted biblically based values without being an actual biblically based book. (Anders has; however,written other books which have a biblical basis and are full of scriptural references). Isabel quickly became one of my favorite authors, a mentor and friend.


Recently, she honored me with the chance to review her newest book, a sequel to Becoming Flame. Spinning Straw, Weaving Gold: A Tapestry of Mother-Daughter Wisdom continues with the same impartation of wisdom and literary beauty that began with BecomingFlame. SpinningStraw, Weaving Gold presents more dialogue between a mother and her daughter as they discuss the strength and beauty contained in the essence of womanhood. Drawing on various biblical and literary references, Isabel Anders once again presents a poetic treasury of spiritual lessons as the daughter consults her mother for an impartation of wisdom on life. The mother lovingly provides guidance,direction and answers to her daughter. We, as modern women, will be able to draw upon some of the sage’s advice and direction and apply it to our own lives.


This book is available from online retailers such as www.amazon.com.




Disclaimer: Spinning Straw, Weaving Gold:A Tapestry of Mother-Daughter Wisdom was provided by the author inexchange for a fair review. Compensation was not offered and the views expressed herein are those ofthe reviewer.