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A Quilter's Heritage: Becca's Story: Book III of Hannah's Legacy
After experiencing a tragedy in her family as a child, Becca felt abandoned and unseen by her parents and older sister. Her saving grace was her beloved grandmother, Rachel, with whom she spent her summers growing up.
As she approaches her 30th birthday, Becca yearns for something more in her life. Her relationship with her tong-term boyfriend is going nowhere. The constant bickering with her mother has become hostile and frustrating. Her only relief is her best friend, Ashlyn and the other members of her Cambridge Creative Quilters bee.
Craving something new, Becca sets out on an adventure prompted by a treasured gift from her beloved ‘Gran’ who had taught her to quilt as a child. The gift – a faded memoir, a quilt, and an antique treadle sewing machine that had all once belonged her to great, great grandmother, Hannah Benson Stone. This is Becca’s heritage.
Curious about the generations that came before her she seeks out the grand Victorian home where Hannah raised her family and started her quilt business in the late 1800s. The house has become a Bed and Breakfast, but its future is uncertain and there are secrets hidden away, waiting to be discovered.
With the help of old and new friends, Becca envisions a different future for a second chance at love, and a new purpose for her life.
Can Becca save Hannah’s legacy, heal the wounds of her past, and discover her own path to happiness?
As she approaches her 30th birthday, Becca yearns for something more in her life. Her relationship with her tong-term boyfriend is going nowhere. The constant bickering with her mother has become hostile and frustrating. Her only relief is her best friend, Ashlyn and the other members of her Cambridge Creative Quilters bee.
Craving something new, Becca sets out on an adventure prompted by a treasured gift from her beloved ‘Gran’ who had taught her to quilt as a child. The gift – a faded memoir, a quilt, and an antique treadle sewing machine that had all once belonged her to great, great grandmother, Hannah Benson Stone. This is Becca’s heritage.
Curious about the generations that came before her she seeks out the grand Victorian home where Hannah raised her family and started her quilt business in the late 1800s. The house has become a Bed and Breakfast, but its future is uncertain and there are secrets hidden away, waiting to be discovered.
With the help of old and new friends, Becca envisions a different future for a second chance at love, and a new purpose for her life.
Can Becca save Hannah’s legacy, heal the wounds of her past, and discover her own path to happiness?
269 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 26, 2025
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About the author
Cary Flanagan
4 books8 followers I have been creating my entire life in many forms, including as a professional quilter, quilt pattern designer, teacher, writer, and business owner.
I hold a BA in Sociology and Anthropology, as well as an M.Ed. in Counseling. I spent twenty years working in Social Services, primarily at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Manchester, NH. I worked with children who came from one-parent families who needed extra attention, guidance, and support.
Much of my writing is rooted in my personal experiences and family history. I enjoy conducting research and have incorporated historical elements into my stories. For example, my first novel, "After the Storm - the Story of Hannah Applegate Benson Stone", is set in and around the part of New Hampshire, where my family has been spending our summers for more than eighty years. I took that setting and transposed it, along with my story, to the 19th century.
Please visit :
www.caryflanagan.com for more information and to order the three novels of my trilogy: "Hannah's Legacy"
I hold a BA in Sociology and Anthropology, as well as an M.Ed. in Counseling. I spent twenty years working in Social Services, primarily at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Manchester, NH. I worked with children who came from one-parent families who needed extra attention, guidance, and support.
Much of my writing is rooted in my personal experiences and family history. I enjoy conducting research and have incorporated historical elements into my stories. For example, my first novel, "After the Storm - the Story of Hannah Applegate Benson Stone", is set in and around the part of New Hampshire, where my family has been spending our summers for more than eighty years. I took that setting and transposed it, along with my story, to the 19th century.
Please visit :
www.caryflanagan.com for more information and to order the three novels of my trilogy: "Hannah's Legacy"
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July 20, 2025
A Tender Tale of Healing, Heritage, and Hope
Reviewed by Emily Carter, Historical Women’s Fiction Enthusiast This story is a heartfelt journey that blends family legacy with emotional rebirth. Becca’s inner transformation felt so authentic, and her connection to quilting added a cozy, almost meditative rhythm to the narrative. The intergenerational threads especially the mystery surrounding her great-great-grandmother Hannah kept me hooked. A deeply moving read that will stay with me for a long time.
Reviewed by Emily Carter, Historical Women’s Fiction Enthusiast This story is a heartfelt journey that blends family legacy with emotional rebirth. Becca’s inner transformation felt so authentic, and her connection to quilting added a cozy, almost meditative rhythm to the narrative. The intergenerational threads especially the mystery surrounding her great-great-grandmother Hannah kept me hooked. A deeply moving read that will stay with me for a long time.
July 20, 2025
The Perfect Escape for Fans of Family Drama and Historical Roots Reviewed by Maya Sinclair, Book Blogger & Reviewer I absolutely adored Becca’s journey! The story delicately handles themes of grief, self-discovery, and womanhood across time. The imagery of the antique quilt and old sewing machine stirred something nostalgic in me. As Becca unravels the mystery behind Hannah’s legacy, I found myself just as invested. A gorgeous mix of past and present like reading a modern day fairy tale grounded in real emotions.
July 20, 2025
A Generational Story Woven with Heart and Mystery
Reviewed by Ruth M., Quilter and Historical Fiction Fan
This book spoke to my soul. The blend of modern life with echoes from the past through the art of quilting was beautifully done. I found myself drawn to Becca’s emotional honesty her struggle with family and her longing for meaning were so relatable. The Bed and Breakfast setting was enchanting, and the secrets it held added a gentle suspense. This one’s a keeper.
Reviewed by Ruth M., Quilter and Historical Fiction Fan
This book spoke to my soul. The blend of modern life with echoes from the past through the art of quilting was beautifully done. I found myself drawn to Becca’s emotional honesty her struggle with family and her longing for meaning were so relatable. The Bed and Breakfast setting was enchanting, and the secrets it held added a gentle suspense. This one’s a keeper.
December 9, 2025
This story moved me from the very first page. Becca’s struggle with feeling unseen paired with her longing for meaning as she approaches thirty felt incredibly authentic. Her journey into her family’s history, guided by her grandmother’s treasured gifts, is beautifully written. The Victorian house, the quilting legacy, the little mysteries tucked into its walls… I was completely captivated. A touching, uplifting read about healing and rediscovering who you are.
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