Publishers Weekly
Kingsbury, whose novella Gideon's Gift struck a fervent chord with readers last year, offers this second story in the "Red Gloves Series": as one character declares to another, "Red is the color of giving." The plot is eerily similar to Gideon's Gift, complete with a lonely widower whose life is turned around by a remarkably sweet and mature eight-year-old child. (The child is a boy this time, however, and his mom is a lonely widow. See what's coming?) Although the formula could not be more predictable, the melodrama is largely overdone and the ending requires a huge suspension of disbelief, readers will find themselves caring deeply about the winsome characters. Kingsbury's note to readers at the end of the book includes several suggestions for "Red Gloves" service projects to aid children. (Oct. 14) Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information.
Library Journal
In a letter to God, eight-year-old Jordan Wright asks for a new daddy, believing that his prayer will be answered. (His real father died suddenly two years ago.) After reading the letter, Jordan's mother, Megan, a high-powered Manhattan attorney, determines to help her grieving son even though she never loved his father. She contacts an organization that pairs adults with children who have lost parents, and recent widower Casey Cummins enters the picture. A Christmas setting and the uplifting message that prayers are eventually answered make this second entry in the "Red Glove" series (after Gideon's Gift) an ideal stocking stuffer. Its appeal may extend to fans of Nicholas Sparks; for most public libraries. Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information.
From the Publisher
"[Kingsbury] delivers . . . genuine emotional punch."—Publishers Weekly
"I loved this book! Karen has a gift for writing an appealing, sweet story that captures the reader's heart. It increased my faith and reminded me that God is in control!"—Margaret Maxwell, wife of #1 New York Times bestselling author John C. Maxwell
"To call Karen Kingsbury an author is a disservice. She is an artist, and MAGGIE'S MIRACLE is yet another breathtaking masterpiece. When I finished the last page, I could only shake my head in wonder."—Mark Atteberry, author of The Samson Syndrome
"Karen never ceases to brilliantly move her readers with heartfelt stories-MAGGIE'S MIRACLE is no exception."—Dr. Gary Smalley, founder, Smalley Relationship Center
"Karen Kingsbury is a great fiction writer and an even better person. Wait until you read MAGGIE'S MIRACLE! You will be deeply touched."—Pat Williams, senior vice president, the Orlando Magic
"Karen is a gifted writer who confronts the hard issues with truth and sensitivity."—Francine Rivers, bestselling author of Redeeming Love
"With every Karen Kingsbury novel you need a box of tissues."—Patsy Clairmont, bestselling author of All Cracked Up
