Mrs. Miracle [Mass Market Paperback]

Debbie Macomber (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 29, 2005

Seth Webster's heart never healed after he lost his adored wife. Now, with Christmas approaching, wild twin boys to raise alone, a home in chaos, and the latest in a long line of exasperated housekeepers quitting in disgust, Seth needs more than help to keep his family togethe...he needs a miracle.

And then a miracle arrives on his doorstep. Her name is Mrs. Merkle, but the kids call her "Mrs. Miracle"—and from the moment the warm, knowing, and very patient nanny appears, everything is different. Her sassy spirit is infectious, and it gives Seth the courage to approach Reba, a beautiful travel agent who's been hurt and betrayed, and is afraid to ever love again. Through the magic of faith—and with a little help from a children's Christmas pageant and a lot of encouragement from Mrs. Miracle—Seth and Reba might just be able to find a Christmas miracle of their very own: true love.

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About the Author

Debbie Macomber has more than 100 million copies of her books in print, and her stories about home and family have a worldwide audience and have been translated into twenty-three languages. In addition to being a #1 New York Times bestseller in fiction many times over, she also has an enormous following among knitters as the author of dozens of pattern and craft books. In 2008, she launched a branded line of knitting products through Leisure Arts, the company that publishes her knitting guides. Debbie and her husband, Wayne, have four children and nine grandchildren, and split their time between Washington State and Florida. This is Debbie’s second picture book co-authored with Mary Lou Carney; their first, The Truly Terribly Horrible Sweaer . . . That Grandma Knit, was published in 2009.

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Avon (November 29, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0061083461
• ISBN-13: 978-0061083464
• Product Dimensions: 6.5 x 4.2 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #233,677 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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With more than 100 million copies of her books sold worldwide, Debbie Macomber is one of today's most popular authors.

The #1 New York Times bestselling author is best known for her ability to create compelling characters and bring their stories to life in her books. Drawing on her own experiences and observations, Debbie writes heartwarming tales about small-town life, home and family and enduring friendships. Every book features the delightful sense of humor that readers around the world clamor for.

Debbie is a regular resident on numerous bestseller lists, including the New York Times (55 times and counting), USA TODAY (currently 63 times) and Publishers Weekly (23 times to date). She is the first-ever recipient of the "readers' choice" Quill Award for Romance Fiction, for 44 Cranberry Point, the fourth book in her highly popular Cedar Cove series. Debbie has also been honored with a RITA® Award, a Romantic Times BOOKreviews Career Achievement Award and is a multiple winner of both the Holt Medallion and the B. Dalton Award.

Her recent books include 92 Pacific Boulevard, 8 Sandpiper Way, 74 Seaside Avenue and Debbie Macomber's Cedar Cove Cookbook, as well as Twenty Wishes, A Cedar Cove Christmas, Summer on Blossom Street and The Perfect Christmas.

For more information on Debbie and her books, visit her Web site: www.DebbieMacomber.com.

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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable and quick read, April 30, 2007

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Donna K. "bookcrosser" (Long Island, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mrs. Miracle (Mass Market Paperback)

This magical story is part Mrs. Doubtfire/Mary Poppins and part It's a Wonderful Life! I love books set in a faith-based community, and the reason Debbie Macomber is one of my favorite authors is that her style of writing immerses the reader into the setting, making the characters feel like friends and neighbors. The healing power of forgiveness is exemplified in this story. Delivered in a subtle and non-preachy manner, it's a valuable lesson everyone can reflect upon, at Christmas, during Lent, and throughout the year!

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Christmas read, December 8, 2009

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Holly Kincaid "Book addict" (Indiana, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mrs. Miracle (Mass Market Paperback)

Debbie Macomber's most recent book is titled "The Perfect Christmas". While I didn't particularly enjoy that book, this one is the "perfect Christmas book". It is everything I look for in a holiday read and I was so pleased.

Seth Webster lost his wife in a car accident four years ago and he still is mourning her loss and trying to cope. After his wife's death, their young twin boys went to live with their grandparents but have recently returned to living with him and he is in way over his head. Trying to work full time, raise spunky 6-year-old twins and manage a house has left him feeling overwhelmed and multiple housekeepers have come and gone leaving him on his own. Finally, Mrs. Emily Merkle arrives on his doorstep and sets the house to order, takes care of everything that is out of control and the boys absolutely adore her. The twins have trouble pronouncing her name and it comes out "Mrs. Miracle" which sticks and everyone around town begins calling her that. She seems to know everyone and everything and has her hand on what needs to be done in the Webster household as well as with other families in town. The character of Reba is also prominent in the story and is suffering from her own loss of a broken engagement and estrangement from her sister and family. As these two people move through the Christmas season we get to see their stories unfold as well as several other subplots which add a lot to novel.

While the ending is largely known at the beginning of the story (which is very comforting in this type of read), you don't really know the "how" of how it will all turn out. There is just enough tension in the story to keep you interested, but not enough to make you uncomfortable. The characters are well drawn and I particularly enjoyed the subplots of Edna (the righteous church lady that everyone knows) and Sharon/Jerry's story. If you enjoy Debbie Macomber books or enjoy a good Christmas read with some life lessons disguised as entertainment, I would recommend giving this one a try.

One of my favorite Debbie Macomber Christmas books!

17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!!, April 21, 2007

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S. Huber (Cincinnati, Ohio) - See all my reviews
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You gotta love angels!! This is a wonderful story of love, forgiveness, family and faith. My favorite Mrs. Merkle quote (each chapter starts with a quote or saying from Mrs. Merkle)is "You have to wonder about humans. They think God is dead and Elvis is alive." The book also includes a few recipes.