The Christmas Kite (Steeple Hill Women's Fiction #2) [Paperback]

Gail Gaymer Martin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 2003

A Boy's Special Gifts -- With joy in his heart, eight-year Mac Hayden sought out all kinds of adventures. And when he saw a man with a kite, Mac bounded over to make a new friend. He didn't think that his being different would deter anyone from accepting him. And he wouldn't take no for an answer as he pulled the aloof Jordan Baird into his happy-go-lucky world.

A Mother's Love -- After her in-laws gave her payoff money to rid themselves of her and her little boy, single mom Meara Hayden wanted to start over somewhere new. With her abundant faith and her son's enthusiasm, she knew she could do it. She just never thought one simple kite soaring in the sky could lead her to love again.

A Man's Journey -- Having stumbled off the beaten path, Jordan Baird felt as aimless as the kites he made. He'd lost his beloved wife and child and led a reclusive life, paying a self-imposed penance. But unexpectedly a mother and her son had him believing in new possibilities, in the happiness of love and faith in God. Did Jordan dare dream of the riches life had to offer?

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About the Author

Award-winning author Gail Gaymer Martin writes for Steeple Hill and Barbour. Her inspirational romance Upon a Midnight Clear won a 2001 Holt Medallion, and A Love for Safekeeping was named 2002 Book of the Year by the American Christian Romance Writers.

Putting pockets in the backs of her family's hardcover books, then loaning them to her little elementary-school friends (never to see them again) should have been an omen that Gail was headed for a literary career.

In the third grade, her teacher wrote a note on her report card: "Gail is a good writer." This prophetic statement didn't surface fully until many, many years later when she began submitting church programs and services for publication. A Christmas worship service book was her first published work.

Yet even before that, Gail wrote poetry, Nancy Drew-style mysteries, love stories that usually ended with the heroine getting run over by a truck (she had a lot to learn), and humorous skits to entertain her fellow schoolteachers. 

Following a marriage that failed, Gail met the man of her dreams at a divorced singles' organization. Bob shared her love of family and music, values, and faith in God. They were married 11 months later -- a "marriage made in heaven," everyone said. And they were correct. 

After 15 years of marriage, her husband still tucks little presents in her luggage when she travels, proofreads all her work (and understands point-of-view -- a writing term -- problems), and doesn't leave her side without a kiss.

Retired as a public high school English teacher, Gail became an adjunct English instructor at Davenport University and a published author. She spends her time planted in front of a computer and loves every minute of it.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Steeple Hill (November 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0373785089
• ISBN-13: 978-0373785087
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 4.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,782,761 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Award-winning author, Gail Gaymer Martin writes romantic suspense, romance and women's fiction for Steeple Hill and Barbour Publishing and has over 3 million books in print. Her books have received numerous national awards including: Romantic Times Reviewers Choice for Best Love Inspired 2002 and the American Christian Romance Writers Carol for her romantic suspense, A Love for Safekeeping. Her books have also won two Holt Medallions, two Booksellers Best, National Readers Choice Award,and the Winter Rose Award. Gail's novel The Christmas Kite, a Holt Medallion finalist, was optioned by Greystoke Entertainment for a Hallmark television movie. She was awarded 2009 Heartsong Presents Author of the Year. Gail is a cofounder of American Christian Fictoin Writers and is a popular keynote speaker. She grew up in a Detroit suburb and continues to live in Oakland County. She has a Bachelor and Masters degree from Wayne State University in Detroit. Before writing, she was a high school guidance counselor and previously a high school English and public speaking teacher. She also worked as an adjunct instructor of English and public speaking at Davenport University. Gail's web site has been visited by many new writers where she provides numerous articles, workshop logs, and frequently asked questions about writing and getting published. Visit her web site at www.gailmartin.com You can also visit her blog at www.gailmartin.blogspot.com and her WritingFictionRight blog at www.writingright-martin.blogspot.com

Customer Reviews

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I'm so happy this book is being reprinted!, September 28, 2008

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Kara Lynn Russell - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Christmas Kite (Steeple Hill Women's Fiction #2) (Mass Market Paperback)

I read THE CHRISTMAS KITE when it was first released in 2003. Gayle Gaymer Martin not only gives us a wonderful story but also an excellent portrait of a child with Down syndrome. I can vouch for that, because I am the mother of a child who has Down syndrome. It's always exciting for a parent of a child who has a developmental disability to see children like theirs represented in the media and when the depiction is as well done as this, it's a delight.

If you have no particular interest in children who have developmental disabilities, don't worry. It's still a great read.

This book is on my list to give to several people for Christmas this year. Thank you so much, Gayle!

4.0 out of 5 stars Very nice, June 17, 2011

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Jordan S. - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Christmas Kite (Steeple Hill Women's Fiction #2) (Paperback)

I liked this one a lot. I loved how the woman's son Mac was treated by Meara and Jordan. Their connection was nice too, of course. At first it was weird reading about a guy named Jordan, because that's my name, but I got over it. :)

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Story with a Happy Ending, August 25, 2004

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Ellen "emw314" (Long Island) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Christmas Kite (Steeple Hill Women's Fiction #2) (Paperback)

When the world has started to become alittle "much", take the time to read this book, it is a fast enjoyable read that will

give you alittle perspecitive on other things that could go on in this life.

The book is about a young widowed mother who has a down syndrom son. They live by the beach and one day the boy see a man flying his kite. He is so excited he runs to him. The man Jordan is a very private person and he insists they get off his private property. It isn't until later in the day that the boy starts to warm his heart alittle and he runs into the pair again, this time, talking with them

The story evolved into a friendship with these characters and

how they each helped each other out of personal crisis. Also thru the love of God and how they both returned to church. It is a partial love story and the characters are portrayed in a very loving and calm manner.

I recommend this one too!