The Christmas Star: A Novel

Thirty-two-year-old Amy Denison volunteers at Glory’s Place, an after school program where she meets seven-year-old Maddie, a precocious young girl who has spent her childhood in foster care. Unbeknownst to Amy, Maddie is a mini-matchmaker& Maddie sets her sights on Gabe who she has a special relationship with at Grandon Elementary School. Both Gabe & Amy have been through a lot & are now emerging through the other side. An easy to read faith based book that’s ideal for the festive season. The book is well written & the characters well portrayed. I enjoyed the book but it wasn't an engrossing read for me, Gabe & Amy whilst likeable didn’t reach out to me & I found the chemistry was missing My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read

Maddie is an adorable little girl who this year has made it her mission to get Mr G hitched. In this beautiful small town there's a gazebo in the town square. This year a star is added to the decorations, Maddie considers this a sign and declares it to be a year for miracles. There are a number of Christmas miracles that happen. The joy and peace of the season touches hearts and lives in this beautiful Christmas story. I am a sucker for a good Christmas story, one that remembers the reason for the season. This is my first read by this author and I absolutely loved it. Throughout the story the message of God's love and the spirit of Christmas miracles remind you to share love and peace and touch someone, you may be their miracle.

This book will make you believe in Christmas miracles. A Beautiful written book of the magic of Christmas, second chances and forgiveness. Amy and Grant had a hard time and now little Maddie, will play matchmaker and bring them back together. This is a heartwarming romance that will leave you smiling at the end. It is faith based. Loved little Maddie, the star of the book. This is part of series but can be read as a stand alone. I always look forward to reading Donna's Christmas story every year.