Winter's Gift

Written and illustrated by Jane Monroe Donovan

A snowstorm unites two lonely souls, human and beast, in a quest for hope.

4.3 Goodreads · 497 ratings

32 pages· 696 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· AD650L

$17.99Save 6%

In stock. Also at Amazon or Bookshop.

Bookroo's summary

On a desolate farm, the holiday season is overshadowed by loss. But when a snowstorm hits, it brings together a grieving soul and a lonely creature. As they seek solace and companionship, they discover the true meaning of hope. Can their unexpected bond heal their hearts and restore their faith in the future? This tender tale, enriched with evocative imagery, invites readers to believe in the power of recovery and the enduring spirit of hope.

From the publisher

“The star is the most important part of the tree,” she would say. “It’s a symbol of hope, and no matter how bad things get, you should always have hope.” It may be Christmastime but on a small, forlorn farm the holiday season is best forgotten, along with painful memories of loved ones lost. Mother Nature has other plans, however, and a chance snowstorm brings together two unlikely hearts, one human and one beast, yet both yearning for comfort, companionship, and that most elusive gift of all, hope. This lustrous jewel of a story, quietly told and perfectly complemented by soft, evocative paintings, reminds even the most cynical of readers that the heart indeed can recover and go on.

At a glance