| Nicky Dillon was sad when her family was torn apart. She and her family relocated from New York to New Hampshire to escape the tragic event that happened back in New York. They make an unexpected discovery of an infant abandoned in the snow. The baby changes their lives and brings back painful memories. Nicky and her father see that the baby goes to a proper home where it will be taken care of.
As unexpected as the baby was, the 'visitor' who ends up at their door just a few days later gives off even more of a surprise. Nicky and her father find themselves helping this stranger while also helping themselves come to terms with what happened back in New York. This 'visitor' has many questions regarding the baby they have found. As they get to know her, they realize they are going through a similar situation of loss and finding the strength to go on with their lives. The book is set in December and the harshness of the weather plays into the mood of the book. Throughout the book, they realize that things happen for a reason and that they still have each other. This inspires the father to begin a relationship with a woman- something he hadn't yet been able to do since they had come to New Hampshire. This is a wonderful coming of age story about a young girl and her father coming to terms with a tremendous loss in their family and realizing that not all is lost. At the very end, they ensure the safety of the baby and feel at peace with the family that took her in. | ||
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Plot & Themes Tone of book? - thoughtful Time/era of story - 1980's-1999 Family, loving relations Yes Special relationship with - father Is this an adult or child's book? - Adult or Young Adult Book Pregnancy/Child rearing Yes Major part of story: Main Character Gender - Female Profession/status: Age: - a kid Ethnicity/Nationality Main Adversary Identity: - society Age: - 20's-30's Profession/status: How sensitive is this character? Sense of humor - Strong but gentle sense of humor Intelligence - Average intelligence Setting United States Yes The US: - Northeast Writing Style Amount of dialog - significantly more descript than dialog |
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