Engaging Father Christmas: A Novella

by Robin Jones Gunn

Hardcover, 2008

Status

Available

Call number

813.54

Publication

FaithWords (2008), 176 pages

Description

"Robin Jones Gunn charms readers with this poignant novella about a woman searching for love, and finding so much more in the arms of a certain Father Christmas this holiday season"--Provided by the publisher.

User reviews

LibraryThing member wbarker
Perfect for : Personal reading, Book Club reading, GREAT Gift Book (Note: the book does include discussion questions at the end)

In a nutshell: I think this is my ALL-TIME favorite holiday book (especially when combined with the first book!). In book 2, it is one year after Miranda has found her
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father's family in England. She faces all-new challenges in book two, as she hopes to gain the acceptance of her father's wife, while hoping to cement the future of her relationship with Ian MacGregor. This book is just as wonderful as the first. I highly recommend both books, especially with the upcoming holiday season. These are great reads, and would make great gifts!

My Review:
I absolutely loved both books in this series (Finding Father Christmas, Engaging Father Christmas)! It was a fast read for me that made me feel warm and peaceful, with a very satisfying ending. I highly recommend both books for personal reading, book club reading (there are include discussion questions) and as books that would be great for gifts!

Characters: The original characters from the first book are back, with more emphasis on Ian MacGregor. Mark plays a more central part in this book, and shows how grown-up he is becoming while still retaining his youth. Margaret (Miranda's father's wife) also plays an important role in this story. All of the characters are written well, and help to make the story pull together and flow well.

Story-Line: The story-line in both books was easy to follow and very enjoyable. Now that Miranda has a family and friends to call her own (and a long-distance boyfriend), we see how the characters (and her faith) are "engaged" in this book. There are many touching scenes in this story, which help to keep the reader "engaged."

Readability: As with the first book, this was an enjoyable, easy read - only taking a few hours to read. I found it hard to put the book down once I started - I loved it SO much!

Overall: Another beautifully written book, that will surely be a cherished favorite among holiday stories. It is a nice easy read that could easily be shared with the rest of the family (no questionable scenes or language). readers will fall in love with the characters and ambiance throughout the book. I especially enjoyed the dark green printing in the book instead of the normal black lettering - it helped to complete the holiday feel!
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LibraryThing member smilingsally
This Christmas novella is a gem. Written in first-person narrative, this romance novel of love and forgiveness is somewhat predictable but demands a tissue box be nearby. A unexpected parallel is drawn between the story and the nativity. A good Christmas read.

"I believe God, the real Father of
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Christmas, says to each of us. 'Come in! Know me better.'” Robin Jones Gunn
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LibraryThing member LauGal
pleasant but predictable holiday read.
LibraryThing member redladysbooks
Robin Jones Gunn's Father Christmas Series are wonderfully charming novella's. There are currently two books in the series and they are both cozy and warm stories that are perfect reading for the Christmas season. I hope that the author will continue this series as I look forward to reading more
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Father Christmas Books.

In this follow up to Finding Father Christmas, Miranda returns to England for Christmas with a new boyfriend and a new extended family. A twist of events makes Miranda question everything that she has learned to appreciate. Both books tie into the true meaning of Christmas and are uplifting stories of the peace and grace that the spirit of Christmas can bring. Miranda may not have found her true birth father but she did find the true Father of Christmas which is a blessing that we can all find.

Read more at my blog Redlady's Reading Room.
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LibraryThing member Maydacat
Miranda returns to the land of the father she never met - England. In this second book of the trilogy, it’s again Christmas, and Miranda feels the magic and love of her newly found family, from everyone except the matriarch, Margaret. She and Ian are in love, and both are anticipating a life
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together. But there are problems and difficulties ahead for the family and their close friends. There is spiritual growth and an awaking of acceptance. There is a realization that one can decide if something is a burden or a blessing, and act accordingly. This well-written novella is a tender story and delight to read anytime, but especially so at Christmastime.
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LibraryThing member bookworm12
I enjoyed this one more than the first in the series. With this added story the characters had a bit more time for growth. It was still light, but a sweet Christmas read.

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