Review: Beautifully written story...
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 21, 2013
Set in a vintage clothing shop in York, England, "The Dress" centers around widowed Fabbia Moreno and her teenaged daughter, Ella. Fabbia, an accomplished seamstress with a mysterious past, creates new and adapts vintage clothing for the ladies of York. Sewing is not her only skill - Fabbia knows how to make these women feel beautiful, as well. There is a hint of magic in the garments Fabbia works - whether real or perceived. This is also a coming-of-age story about Ella who, at fifteen, has many mysteries to uncover in her own life.  The eloquent prose is reminiscent of "Chocolat" by Joanne Harris. My only complaint might be the rather abrupt ending. We do not learn the outcome of certain events and what happens to several characters. As part of a three book series, "The Everyday Magic Trilogy," I'm hoping books two and three will tie up the loose ends. Overall, a beautiful story.