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When Sara and Jenny Lorings’ mother passes, she insists that they remember her forever. On their first Christmas with a new stepmother, the sisters discover a hidden poem and a collection of thoughtful surprises she left behind. These gifts—a treasured trifle box, letters, and other small tokens—serve as a tangible reminder of her love and the bond that endures beyond death. As the holidays unfold, the girls learn to blend remembrance with new beginnings, honoring their mother while accepting their stepmother’s role in their family.
The story blends the tender emotions of grief and family dynamics with the warmth of a holiday setting, exploring themes of loss, memory, and the resilience of sibling love.
First publish date: 1980
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Contemporary Fiction
Authors: Carol Beach York
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