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Debbie Macomber's Book Review

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No review of Debbie Macomber's works can happen without a nod to the author herself. Finally, I can state that I had the supreme joy of meeting Debbie in person just a little over a month ago. In fact, I have this very book (signed by Debbie herself) resting on my shelf, but I have been so swamped this month with reviews that I have not had an opportunity to read it. Thankfully, Hallmark chose to turn her delightful story into an amazing film, and a phenomenal film it is too! When it comes to modern authors, I still maintain that Debbie rates in my top five. I know that every time I pick up one of her books, I will read a heartfelt story with a unique twist here and there. Her characters are as real as she is, and her Christmas stories are …show more content…

And that dynamic, complex, and amusing chemistry between Meghan and Andrew focuses my attention on them almost to the exclusion of all else. The way in which their stories unfold to each other is also unique and diverting as we feel like we don't understand their story almost until the end. In fact, the relationship these two share on screen is closer to what a real couple might experience in real life (but probably at a much slower rate, but then again...).

The inclusion of the puppy "Young Blade" makes the story even more enchanting and involving. However, I must tip my hat to Andrew and Meghan as they are not threatened by the cuteness of this puppy. They are quite content to let the puppy steal the scene when necessary, and I think that causes this puppy to appear so serene and have such a gentle disposition. In fact, it would appear that Young Blade has become an additional appendage to Meghan's character as she is rarely without the puppy.

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I recall her most recent role from The Memory Book, and I remember how much I liked her in that. However, her role is even more delightful in this film. I adore the fact that she has infused her character with all the cocky confidence of a modern woman, but when it comes down to it, she retains some of those old-fashioned

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