The third in Janice Kay Johnson's trilogy about a brother and two sisters who were separated after their parents' died. Hard to believe I'd buy a book titled "Kids By Christmas" but everyone needs a little sweet sometimes!
Kids By Christmas by Janice Kay Johnson
(2006, Contemporary Series) 11/11/06
Grade: 4
Suzanne has always hoped to adopt a child, maybe to make up for failing her sister and brother, separated from her at the age of six. But she didn’t expect a troubled brother and sister, who aren’t eager for a new mother. And then there’s her neighbor, Tom, who always seemed so perfect - now she’s beginning to see the real man under the neatnik facade.
I bought this book because it’s the sequel to Lost Cause, a wonderfully angsty character study. This is a more traditional story - Mom finds love with kids and hunky neighbor. But sometimes it’s nice to read something warm and fuzzy, especially at Christmas. The author manages to bring these characters to life, and even though they’re unrealistically nice, they seem like real people. (Even if every problem is solved with a heartfelt talk and sharing of emotions...) I especially liked Tom, who’s the ultimate “nice guy”, but fun and appealing too. A pleasant end to this trilogy.
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