When I was twelve, I made a naïve, yet desperate pact with God to keep my ailing mother alive. It was the first time I'd ventured something so brazen--making a contract with the Almighty...
So begins the story of Becky Owens, a talented and passionate young pianist on the verge of adolescence when she learns the devastating news of her mother's critical illness. As the daughter of a country preacher in Lancaster County, Becky knows well the significance of sacrifice, and in her bargain with God, she vows to exchange her most cherished possession for her mother's life. Hospital rules only add to Becky's sorrow--twelve-year-olds aren't allowed to visit, so Becky and her mother must share tearful smiles through Lancaster General's sunroom window. But a realization of the power of music and a lesson in unconditional love compel Becky to rethink her "deal" with God, and the sunroom becomes a place where miracles happen...
The Sunroom was one of the first books that I read by Beverly Lewis. It is a short, sweet book, but also sad. This book is a bit different from most of Beverly Lewis' books. It is about a 12 year old girl and is written from her perspective. Although a little different, I still enjoyed it.
I give this book 8 out of 10 R's
I give this book 8 out of 10 R's
Oh i read this book a few years ago. I thought it was a little slow, but the story was pretty good. It made me sad, but i guess that was the point :))
ReplyDeleteIt’s been a few years since I read this book too, but it was a nice story. It made me sad too!
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Aww, this does sound a bit melancholy! Lovely review! I want to read more Beverly Lewis, starting with "The Ebb Tide" ASAP. ;)
ReplyDeleteIt is, but good too! Thanks, Faith! “The Ebb Tide” is really good so far! I really want to finish it soon. :)
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