Sibyl shuffled into the lavatory that she used to share with Eulah, bent over the claw-footed bathtub that Helen had chosen, and twisted the hot water tap. How had Helen been so certain that she would have daughters, who would need a claw-footed bathtub? It was as though their mother had willed Sibyl and Eulah into being, because the existence of such a fine lavatory required it.Well, I'm not sure anybody really needs a claw-footed tub. But that's probably because I prefer showers and never take baths.
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Ha, funny teaser today. Here's the link to ours: http://www.ourstack.blogspot.com/2012/09/tuesday-teasers-3-non-fiction-teasers.html
ReplyDeleteYes, I thought it was funny, too. Not sure what to expect from the rest of the book, but I'm hoping for the best! Thanks for the visit, and happy reading.
DeleteIf I remember correctly, this book was set in 1915 so clawfoot tubs were probably the epitome of luxury.
ReplyDeleteVery true. It's set during the First World War, I believe. Sibyl sounds like an intriguing character, so I'm looking forward to getting started on this one. Thanks for visiting today!
DeleteLove the title and the Teaser.
ReplyDeleteThanks -- I love the title, too. Happy reading this week!
DeleteI do prefer showers, too, but if I were to take a bath, I'd want a claw footed one. My grandmother had a lovely one.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing...and here's MY TUESDAY MEMES POST
Yes, if I were a bath person, I think a claw-footed tub would definitely be on my wish list. Thanks for stopping by.
DeleteI had a clawfoot tub once... in an old Victorian house that was turned into apartments... It's still to date the only bathtub I can stretch out in and feel the most comfy in. Being almost 6 feet, most tubs are shorter.
ReplyDeleteYes, I can see how it would be a problem finding a tub to fit in, if you're tall. But that's a problem I wish I had -- I've always hated being short. Thanks for visiting today, and happy reading!
DeleteI would love a claw-footed tub. While I usually take showers, sometimes the muscles just scream for a long, relaxing hot soak. My teaser
ReplyDeleteYes, even though I'm definitely a shower kinda gal, I do appreciate an occasional bubble bath. I think I even have a rubber ducky somewhere. Happy reading this week, and thanks for the visit!
DeleteI have never understood those who prefer clawfoot tubs, but I will defend their right to soak away. I much prefer my shower.
ReplyDeleteI feel the same way. My husband loves his Jacuzzi, and I'm glad it makes him happy, but it's just not for me! Have a great week and thanks for visiting today.
DeleteThe book's cover and the reference to the claw-footed tub make me wonder exactly when this book takes place. I'm intrigued by your teaser and will look for this book.
ReplyDeleteMy teaser is from A STOP IN THE PARK.
I believe it's set mostly during the World War I era, and maybe the 1920s. Haven't gotten very far yet, but the opening section mentions the Titanic and the book goes on from there. Glad you enjoyed the teaser, and thanks so much for visiting!
DeleteEverybody needs a claw-foot tub. :-D
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