More Than Words: The Greatest Gift/ Close Call/ Hanging by a Thread/ Small Packages/ Built to Last [Paperback]

Diana Palmer (Author), Carla Neggers (Author), Emilie Richards (Author), Brenda Novak (Author), Susan Mallery (Author)

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Five of Harlequin's most popular authors celebrate the accomplishments of women through stories inspired by the first winners of the More Than Words program, with proceeds going to causes of the recipients' choice. In Palmer's "The Greatest Gift," a homeless woman and her children collect food for other people in need despite their own predicament. Carla Neggers' "Close Call" tells of a cop and a female prosecutor who find love and commitment in an inn owned by a formerly abused wife. "Hanging by a Thread" by Emilie Richards is a story about a troubled teen who goes to live with a childless couple. Brenda Novak's "Small Packages" has a heroine who, after losing her unborn child during a particularly brutal attack by her former husband, offers to adopt the baby of a man who thinks he doesn't want it. In Susan Mallery's "Built to Last," a grieving widower hides himself from the world by spending all his time creating beautiful furniture. Poignant and powerful, this book should raise awareness of crucial social issues. For a fuller discussion of Harlequin romances, see Story behind the Story on p.226. Shelley Mosley
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Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: Harlequin (October 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0373836198
• ISBN-13: 978-0373836192
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #468,523 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars five excellent inspirational tales touch the readers' souls, September 29, 2004

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Harriet Klausner - See all my reviews
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This review is from: More Than Words: The Greatest Gift/ Close Call/ Hanging by a Thread/ Small Packages/ Built to Last (Paperback)

"The Greatest Gift" by Diana Palmer. Homeless Mary and her three preadolescent children stay at a shelter where they observe acts of kindness. Inspired, Mary encourages "Chefs to the Rescue" to donate food throwaways to help the needy.

"Close Call" by Carla Neggers. Marianne escaped an abusive spouse, but now wonders if the kindhearted man could be a surrogate of her ex. She knows that safety is a click away at Shelternet, but will be surprised when she learns who he really is and why he is here.

"Hanging by a Thread" by Emilie Richards. Foster child Molly is a nice kid about to be placed in a group home. Her neighbor Tracy takes the young teen into her home where they forge a relationship one stitch at a time thanks to "Quilts from Caring Hands".

"Small Packages" by Brenda Novak. Harrison is angry over his wife's pregnancy but that turns to guilt when she dies along with one of the twins in childbirth. Nurse Noelle gives the grieving Harrison a "Memory Box" so that he can move on yet never forget

"Built to Last" by Susan Mallery. Marissa struggles to persuade cynical Aaron to donate to the Motherread/Fatherread program.

These five excellent inspirational tales based on genuine organizations will touch the readers' souls as they obviously did the authors (and Harlequin - donating the proceeds to help women causes). Each story grips the audience with its relevant poignancy and encourages people to go forth and do great things for others.

Harriet Klausner

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational, February 16, 2005

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This review is from: More Than Words: The Greatest Gift/ Close Call/ Hanging by a Thread/ Small Packages/ Built to Last (Paperback)

The writing is not the best-But the stories are touching and profound.
The messages are inspirational. It has inspired me to volunteer in my community with a Share the Health Fresh Food drive for a women's shelter. I am starting this weekly delivery service with the contributions of my local Curves gals. We all can make a difference- and after you read this book, you will probably be inspired to do something- be creative! Let me know what you do! [e-mail]