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Mrs. Miracle

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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!

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!

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.

Overall, an enjoyable read with a full enough story and cast to get lost in.

This book teaches that when we hold on to our hurts, no matter how justified, we hurt ourselves the most.

I went into the book expecting an American-ized "Nanny McPhee", which it isn't. The children are spirited but well- mannered.

Mrs. Merkle (Miracle) is a meddling matchmaker with angelic powers.

I found the main characters of Seth and Reba to be less than dynamic. So stagnant in fact that they need more than one Divine push. I feel sorry for them but they don't inspire me.

Sharon and Jerry, Seth's parents-in-law, and recent full-time caretakers of his twins, are left with an empty nest after nearly forty years. All of the sudden, with Jerry retired, they realize that their relationship, which has been on the back burner, needs some attention before it dies.

It's the subplots and side characters that really make this book charming, humorous and hard to put down. I am convinced Debbie Macomber wrote some of the parishioners from my local church into the congregation of the book.

This is a great book for anyone who is down and not sure if they're gonna make it or not. MacOmber really touches your heart with this show stopper.

Widowed father, Seth Webster is finding life very difficult raising two twin six year old boys by the names of Judd and Jason. His latest housekeeper, Mrs. Hampton tells Seth that he doesn't need a housekeeper but a miracle and quits.

It has been a week since Mrs. Hampton quit. Seth is desperate. He has called the agency about every day trying to get a replacement. They tell him that no one is available. Someone knocks on the door. Standing on the front porch is a grandma type woman. Her name is Mrs. Merkle. She tells Seth she is from the agency.

Reba Maxwell is in charge of the Christmas program this year. She never expected to fall for someone till she spotted Seth. Could this be the year that Judd and Jason get a new mommy?

I typically stray from holiday novels. Don't really know why. I think it is just because the few I remember reading weren't that good and ever since then I have not read another one till now. I absolutely loved everything about this book, from the characters, storyline and warm comforting feeling I got while reading Mrs. Miracle. Everyone should be so lucky to have a Mrs. Merkle in their lives. She is the grandma that people wished they had. Judd and Jason are cute, especially when they were embarrassing their father in front of Reba. This book is a tasty delight. See for yourself and pick up a copy of this book today.

I enjoyed this book so much. I have been reading a lot of Debbie Macombe's series book and was kind of disappointed that this was not one of them and before Debbie Macomber I had not been a fan of books in a series. This is an uplifting book. I highly recommed it.
Happy Reading,
Edie~

This book is a wonderful Christmas story, but is just as good no matter what time of the year you read it. We all need a miracle in our lives at all times of the year. I beleive that all of Debbie Macomber's books are excellent. She writes from the heart and with each book you really get to know her characters. They seem like they could be your neighbors(the ones you like). This book helps you to remember why we believe in Miracles and helps us look at ourselves and see why we shouldn't hold a grudge or live in the past. Life is what we make it!!!

Love this audio CD! Mrs. Miracle has many wise things to say. Always good to be reminded of what is truly important. Saw the movie after I listened to the audio CD (book). As always.... the book is SO MUCH better than the movie. It's a must read or in my case (audio CD).... a must listen! :)

Seth Webster has been struggling since his wife died. His six year old twin boys are out of control, his house is in chaos, and while he's hired housekeepers none of them last long. When Mrs. Merkle shows up at his house she seems to be a miracle - in fact his kids call her Mrs. Miracle. Mrs. Miracle soon gets Seth's house in order, but she has more tricks up her sleeve - she helps orchestrate a romance between Seth and travel agent Reba Maxwell. Reba has some baggage of her own - she has never forgiven her sister for something that happened years ago. As Mrs. Miracle works her magic on Seth and Reba, she is also trying to help Seth's in-laws, Sharon and Jerry, whose long-standing marriage has hit a very rocky patch. And as if that wasn't enough, there is the matter of sharp-tongued Harriett Foster who needs a gentle nudge to set her on the right path. To pull all of this off at Christmas time will truly take a miracle.

"Mrs. Miracle" is a very cute romance novel by Debbie Macomber that is sure to warm readers' hearts. A Christmas setting in this type of book is always a nice one and Macomber makes good use of it. The novel is a nice mixture of romance and humor with a little magic thrown in. Even without the magic elements the story is a good one. Readers will sympathize with Seth who is still dealing with the loss of his wife and truly has no control over his children. The children, Judd and Jason, while rambunctious, are never bratty. Reba's character is well developed - she is so wrapped up in bitterness over her sister's betrayal that she fails to see how her behavior is not only hurting her family, but herself. The romance between Seth and Reba is very sweet, just a bit spicy by Macomber's standards (no sex though). While the plot line with Harriett Foster could have been developed more, the bittersweet plot line with Sharon and Jerry is extremely well done and you'll pull for the two of them to work things out after almost forty years of marriage. The magical elements are very cute and it is best if readers don't think too much about where Mrs. Miracle came from.

"Mrs. Miracle" is a very cute holiday romance.