If you have read and enjoyed the book Fireflies, I can assure you that this book will also touch your heart just as much. Even if you have not read Bartlett’s previous novel, this book can be a good place to start, as you will learn more of the background of the Whelan family and their joys and sorrows. This author has a writing style similar to others in the “Christian fiction” genre, but the Irish heritage of her characters lends a unique voice to her books so far.

P.S. Bartlett’s books are written in such a way that could appeal to both adults and even younger readers.  The character gives a wonderful example through the lives of her characters of how families should live and thrive together. Even when her characters face times of trouble, they lean on each other and on God to get through. If you are in need of an inspiring read, don’t hesitate to pick up this book. I am almost certain you will be pleasantly surprised by the story you find within.

This book was sent to Compass Book Ratings for review by GMTA Publishing

Content Analysis:

Profanity/Language:  1 religious exclamation; 1 mild obscenity; 1 scatological word; 1 anatomical term.

Violence/Gore:  A character is injured in an accident involving a horse, one brief descriptive scene with some blood; a woman’s difficult childbirth is briefly described; ghosts are mentioned briefly; characters are mentioned to have died, with no explanation of how.

Sex/Nudity:  Adults kiss several times; one mature discussion regarding sex.

Mature Subject Matter:

Poverty, orphaned children.

Alcohol / Drug Use:

A man is mentioned to be drunk.