
Title: If Love Is a Crime: A Christmas Story
Author: Mark W. Sasse
ASIN: B00QP03GYQ
http://mwsasse.com/
Pages: 26 pages
Genre: Historical Fiction, Christmas Fiction
Christmas Eve, 1852 promises to be a night that Beatrice will never forget when a winter storm blows a young, runaway slave to her tiny cabin in the woods. What results is a story that is a touching, heartfelt reminder of what Christmas is really all about.
Sasse gives a depth of character to Beatrice that makes you feel like you have known her for a long time. This short story wrapped me in an embrace of comfort and love in just a few pages, while I was cuddled in a cozy quilt on a chilly winter night. I was filled with compassion for the young child, “Emmy,” and so thankful that she was guided to the loving arms of Beatrice, who provided a shelter if ever one was needed. The miracle of Christmas was truly evident that night.
Are you looking for a quick holiday read to put you in the spirit of Christmas? This story will reaffirm your belief that as long as there is love anything can be overcome.
Ratings:
Realistic Characterization: 4/5
Made Me Think: 3/5
Overall enjoyment: 3/5
Readability: 4/5
Recommended: 4/5
Overall Rating: 4.0
Buy it at: Amazon
Format & Pricing:
Kindle: $.99
For Reviews of more Mark Sasse books and his interview here on LWI, click here.
@sassevn
Review By:
@ColleenChesebro
www.SilverThreading.com

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Hello Colleen, Great Review, sopunds like a wondergul story and I look forward to reading it.
Thanks to Ronovan too. Wishing Mr. Sasse great success.
Michael Phelps
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Thank you Michael. I know you will enjoy this sweet, cozy story.
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Reblogged this on Silver Threading and commented:
This was such a sweet cozy read.
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Reblogged this on theowlladyblog.
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Thank you for the reblog 💖
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Sounds like a great and short read for one of those break moments one needs this time of the year. Thanks Colleen!
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You’re welcome. It is a quick read that was so sweet and satisfying. ❤
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Great review, Colleen. And a short story which are my favourite to read.
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Thank you Hugh. This was a sweet story. 💜
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