Sarah Anne Carter is a writer and reader. She grew up all over the world as a military brat and is now putting down roots with her family in Ohio. Family life keeps her busy, but any spare moment is spent reading, writing or thinking about plots for novels.
Obsessed by a Promise is about more than the Orphan Trains, though. It explores what can happen when a burden is put on a child that is too heavy for them to carry. It also explores family ties, forgiveness and priorities.
Any parent who has a worrier could use Raising Worry-Free Girls in their house. It is a book to go back to many times to try different tips with different children.
In Hercule Poirot's Christmas, Simeon Lee has gathered his family back home for Christmas. Four sons, their wives and one granddaughter are present the day that ends with him being murdered.
The Christmas Light is a story of finding the hope needed to move forward after facing a huge loss. The book has Christian themes of love and hope without being preachy.
I laughed several times while listening to the audiobook of Christmas Letters. The thoughts in Katherine’s head are very realistic. Each character comes to life rather quickly and makes for an interesting cast.
The 13th Day of Christmas is a bittersweet holiday book. The light-heartened of the letters and presents is a contrast to the darkness of cancer, depression and financial struggles. It is a story of hope and how loving one person can often change your life.