K. R. Bailey

Emma Clawson lives in Hooper, Utah, and is grieving the loss of her husband of 38 years of marriage. Harvesting the corn wasn’t in her thoughts until men from the neighborhood knocked on her door one morning to let her know they had come to take care of it for her. After the harvest, it will soon be Christmas. And how will Emma even manage to shovel and clear the driveway after winter snowstorms?

Joe Bailey is a widower and neighbor of Emma’s and one of the men who helped harvest the corn. Joe understands the loneliness of an empty, quiet house, even with grown children and their families nearby. Joe has felt those same emotions in the past 3 years, especially during the holiday season and long, cold winters. Joe wonders if he could be Emma’s guardian angel and, at the same time, help lift his spirits.

It is a heartwarming and meaningful novella, especially for those grieving the loss of a loved one as the holiday season approaches. The author captures the emotions of sweet memories that are comforting but also bring tears to the eyes. It’s also a story of hope as 2 people find joy and laughter together after loss.… (altro)