Dearest Dorothy, Are We There Yet?

Welcome to Partonville, Book 1

By: Charlene Ann Baumbich

Narrated by: Cynthia Darlow

Charlene Ann Baumbich is a popular journalist and speaker who is beloved for her humorous inspirational books. Like Jan Karon's Mitford series, the Dearest Dorothy books are set in a small town filled with unforgettable characters.

Dorothy Jean Wetstra, 87, is the town matriarch in Partonville, Illinois. Fully aware of both her strengths and flaws, she often asks "the Big Guy" in heaven for help: "Dear Lord, DO SOMETHING!"

©2002 Charlene Ann Baumbich (P)2003 Recorded Books, LLC

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE DEAREST DOROTHY

Dearest Dorothy is one of my all time favorite series. I love Dorothy's relationship with God, and all the people of her town. The stories all have happy endings and that is a plus. These are great books, do miss a chance to read them!

love Dorothy

this is an adorable beginning of a series about Dearest Dorothy. love the character s.

Great!!

What did you love best about Dearest Dorothy, Are We There Yet??

This was funny and I was sad when it was finished.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Dorothy; she's a hip old lady that doesn't mind getting into anything and she has her faith in God that keeps her going.

What does Cynthia Darlow bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I absolutely LOVE how she narrates a story. She really brings the characters to life.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It made me laugh so much! I listened on my commute to work or when I travel and I know people thought I was nuts because I would laugh out loud.

Any additional comments?

Just keep the Dearest Dorothy stories coming! She is hilarious!!

Delightful pastime

I enjoyed this first book enough to move on to book 2. I found the characters engaging and want to know more of their story. Reading is for information, edification or entertainment… a series like this is, of course, for the latter and it did it’s job admirably. Ms. Baumbich’s storytelling style amuses, comforts and encourages hope. Her characters have the depth of real life. These are like people you know or wish you knew.

Dearest Dorothy and Partonville for all ages!

Listened to this series years ago. This second go-around was just as enjoyable as the first. On to book 2!!