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By Deseret Book Press Release
A Christmas Message of Love, Hope and Healing
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH -- When Robert's father suffers a near-fatal
injury from an accident on Christmas Eve, the twelve-year-old boy
must not only take over the operation of the extensive family
orchard, but he also must wrestle to maintain his courage in the face
of mounting troubles. This is the setting for "Christmas of the
Cherry Snow" (Eagle Gate, $15.95), bestselling author Richard M.
Siddoway's newest novel of a family keeping hope in the face of
tragedy, and a mother's determination never to give up.
Set in the 1950s, "Christmas of the Cherry Snow" takes a nostalgic
look back at an innocent time -- when kids were free to be kids, when
television was still a novelty, and when Christmas was filled with
magic. As Robert and his family struggle to overcome the burdens
created by his father's injuries, they take comfort in the spirit of
the Christmas season. The tree, with its colorful ornaments and
gifts, becomes a symbol of hope. Bu the tree begins loosing its
needles and becomes barely more than a stick, causing the family to
struggle with its faith. Will those values they've embraced for
generations endure even in the face of adversity?
"Christmas of the Cherry Snow" is appealing to readers young and old alike.
About the Author
Richard M. Siddoway has been a professional educator for more than 30
years, and currently serves as a member of the Utah State
Legislature. His previous books include "The Christmas Wish," the
bestselling novel that later became a made-for-television movie
staring Debbie Reynolds and Neal Patrick Harris. He and his wife
Janice, the parents of eight children and grandparents of nine, live
in Bountiful, Utah.
Source:
A Christmas Message of Love, Hope and Healing
Deseret Book Press Release 1Dec01 US UT SLC A2
See also:
More about Richard M. Siddoway's "Christmas of the Cherry Snow" at Amazon.com
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