For someone in such a civic position he prefers to livean introverted lifestyle. Why do you think Father Tim does not want Barnabas? Have you ever hada pet choose you rather than you choosing a pet? How did that turn out?Ģ) Father Tim is aninteresting character. Throw in a jewel thief and a sixty-year-old secret and Father Tim realizes he ought to be careful what he asks for.ġ) The story startswith Father Tim being pursued by a rather large dog, whom he eventually namesBarnabas. Lately, he’s had a stirring in his soul for something more…But he isn’t expecting a bounding dog who only obeys when quoted scripture, a new and attractive neighbor, or a rough-around-the-edges boy to enter his life. Or, check out this lengthy list of books that you’ll love if you love Hallmark Christmas movies (or really any of their romances)! There’s also a companion post that features EVEN more! At Home in Mitford Book Club Questions and Recipe Here’s a brief summary of At Home in Mitford:įather Tim, the bachelor rector of the Lord’s Chapel, has always felt at home in Mitford, until recently. If you love romances, be sure to check out the other featured romances here including Outlander, Love Comes Softly, and more!

If anyone can capture small town milieu, it’s Hallmark! And it star Andie Macdowell (one of my favorites)!Įven though At Home in Mitford is a heartwarming read, there is still plenty to discuss and I’ve provided questions and a delicious recipe below, so if you’re looking for food ideas for your meeting, keep reading! At Home in Mitford Hallmark (the queen of feel-good) also made a movie out of At Home in Mitford. The cast of characters and the small town of Mitford created by Jan Karon reminded me of home and offered a bit of hope in the human spirit in these times.

It isn’t a new book, but if your book club hasn’t read it, I recommend you give it a read. I read At Home in Mitford by Jan Karon last year as a purely pleasure read.

*If you are new here, WELCOME! For At Home in Mitford, I provide your book club with a brief summary, a recipe, and discussion questions in that order! At Home in Mitford Book Club Questions and Recipe