Books like Christmas for Holly by Dorothy Hamilton
When the children's home that has sheltered her closes, a young orphan, still haunted by previous foster placements, faces the uncertain shift to a new family. The holiday season offers a chance to find stability, acceptance, and a renewed sense of belonging.
First publish date: 1971
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Dorothy Hamilton
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