In Of Angels and Rolling Pins, Jennifer embarks on a casual trip to her hometown in Wisconsin where she gets caught in family history stories with her Aunt Bessie. From the Civil War to her aunts own World War II experiences, Jennifer journeys through her heritage, each persons story of love and anguish represented by an antique rolling pin with qualities that reveal some of the storys details. Jackie Goulds distinctive use of the rolling pins as the medium for initiating the narration of family legends makes each tale all the more captivating and memorable. As readers are conveyed through the charming stories with Jennifer, they will remember their own family and national heritages. This novel employs the depth of historical ties and heritages without detracting from the gratifying presence of common themesrather, these qualities engage to strengthen the novels appeal.