Location: Scotland Type: Physical book
Timeline: N/A Genre: Romance - Christmas
Narration: N/A
Review:
Stars: 4
This is such a sweet time piece romance that captures the spirit of the Christmas season. I enjoyed the biblical principles mentioned and applied throughout the story. I found the two main characters to be relatable and lovable. By the end I was wanting more. I would not be upset by a sequel.
Sex:
None
Language:
None
Triggers:
None
Questions:
In chapter 2, Gordon says "without a proper introduction he could not engage her in conversation, much as he might wish to." speaking of Meg.
How might your life (or the people in it) change if this was still a common practice?
How would society as a whole be different?
After the train crash, Gordon says "How would he begin? My name is Gordon Shaw. A dozen years ago I did an unforgivable thing...but wasn't that what he wanted? Forgiveness?"
Are there things that are actually unforgivable?
Does it differ from person to person what is unforgivable or is it universal?
When Gordon Shaw asks for forgiveness, Meg asks herself "Is forgiveness a matter of choice?"
What do you think?
Do we get to choose to forgive or is forgiveness either forced upon us or not available at all?
In chapter 7, the group from the train reaches the station. Meg finds herself wanting to tell "Mr. Gordon" bye but cannot accept and speak to "Gordon Shaw".
Is the man he is currently more important than the man of his past?
Is your answer the same when you apply it to real life?
There were many biblical quotes/sayings/principles used throughout the book. They weren't just stated but also applied.
What Bible verse do you find most applicable to your life right now? (It doesn't have to be one used in this book)
Who do you think was the protagonist in the beginning of the book?
Was it the same at the end of the book?
If not, who was the protagonist at the end?
Do you find fault at all in Mr. and Mrs. Campbell?
Were they truly clueless as the author makes it seem?
Do you think they were necessary characters?
Why or why not?
Do you think Mr. and Mrs. Campbell's reaction to Alan returning was true to the character?
Was it realistic?
How would you have reacted?
At the end, Meg makes the following statement:
"I confess I am more worried about him (Alan) now than I was when I thought he was still suffering from his injury,"
Why do you think she felt that way?
Can mental battles be harder to fight than physical ones?
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