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Ever since I read the first title in the Cape Light series back in 2008, it's been one of my all time favorites.
These books actually hold a lot of memories for me, as yeah that first time I read them back in 2008? Well it happened to be while I was lying in a hospital bed for the first of many visits to try and figure out what was wrong with me.
In such a scary, uncertain time, I loved getting to read about a small town where faith, family and friendships have stood the test of time, and I'm happy to say that I have read every single title in this series, and it's spin off.
About two years ago, I decided to embark on a reread of the entire series, and while it's been kind of slow going, it's been wonderful to revisit these favorite stories, and also, I've been enjoying getting to actually review them on my blog. The majority of them were read way before I started my book blog, so it's been an added bit of fun to get to review them after rereading them.
If you'd like to check out my reviews of the other books in the series, you can do so using the links below:
Now I hope you'll keep on reading down below for today's full review.
The Christmas Angel by Thomas Kinkade and Katherine Spencer:
Source: Bought for Myself
Publisher: Berkley
Publication Date: October 3rd, 2006
Genre: Christian Fiction/Small Town Romance
Series: Cape Light
Synopsis:
As the spirit of the season is spreading through the rustic seaside hamlet of Cape Light, town mayor Emily recieves an unexpected and precious Christmas gift: a baby girl tucked away in a decorative cradle set up outside the church, with a note begging whoever discovers the child to take care of her. Emily is granted temporary custody - and realizes that if the mother is not found, she desperately wants to keep baby Jane as her own. Now, in the midst of the year's most joyous season, Emily must come to terms with her duty to her own family, her own feelings of regret and loss - and what her heart truly desires.
(synopsis from goodreads)
My Review:
Welcome back to the idyllic town of Cape Light, where its residents are currently preparing for another Christmas season. Reverend Ben is trying to get his congregation to take an interest in helping a poorer community in their town, and feeling burned out and frustrated with his lack of results so far. Sara Franklin is feeling unsettled with her life, and not sure she's on the same page with where her boyfriend Luke is expecting their relationship to progress to this holiday season. Lastly, the town's beloved mayor, Emily Warwick, should be preparing to spend her first Christmas season with her new husband. However, an unexpected twist has been thrown her way when she stumbles across an abandoned baby left on the steps of the town's church. Emily's not prepared for the bond she feels for the baby, but she's not sure how to get her husband Dan on the same page.
I've been wholeheartedly enjoying my reread of one of my all time favorite series, and just as with the first time around, The Christmas Angel has definitely stuck out as one of the best of the stories. I love the emphasis on faith, family and friendship, and also the perfect illustration that all of us can be prone to doubt, no matter how strong our faith may be.
As the Christmas season moves into Cape Light, Reverend Ben, Emily and Sara will learn that sometimes miracles occur in even the most unlikely of places, and this story will definitely give everyone who picks it up a case of the warm fuzzies. While I've read these titles at all times of the year, there's just something extra special about getting to curl up with them during the holiday season.
Final Rating: 5/5.
I can't recommend this one enough, and I look forward to getting to reread the next installment in the very near future.
Thanks so much for reading guys! Have a great rest of your day :)
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