Angels and Other Strangers

Angels and Other Strangers

Katherine Paterson

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Aminister, trying to help a boy find his father, winds up in jail on Christmas Eve. A mother copes with the death of her infant. A father searches for his runaway son. A widower takes in an outspoken foster child who tests the limits of his generosity. In unexpected ways that illuminate the true meaning of the Christmas story, these people put aside their loneliness and sorrows and fears and rediscover the joy of life. These inspirational stories are parables for today, voicing hope, celebration, and the mysteries of the human heart.


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  • coffeebookscrafts
    Mar 09, 2025
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    Katherine Paterson is just such a lovely writer. While most of her books are kids books- her stories intended for adults are amazing.

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