5-B Poppy Lane: A Holiday Romance Novel

Ruth sent a Christmas card to a nameless soldier never expecting to hear from him. However, the soldier, Paul, did write back from Afghanistan where he was stationed. He asked about her and shared information about himself. Even though Ruth didn't believe in war, she replied to his letter understanding his need for contact with the outside world. Their correspondence increased and went to emails so they got to know each other quite well. Ruth was excited that Paul wanted to meet her when he came home on leave but nervous too. She was so against war that she didn't know how they would get along. It turned out Ruth and Paul got along very well and even met each other's families. But Ruth had a hard time committing to becoming a military wife. She talked to her grandmother, Helen, about her feelings. Her grandmother shared that she had been active in the French Resistance and was in a concentration camp for 2 years which lead to her meeting her husband. So much happened in this quick story that my mind was spinning. But if anybody can tell a riveting story quickly but with details Debbie Macomber can. I loved the characters, especially grandma Helen. What a horrific time she had earlier in her life but it was the reason she met her husband and lead a happy life. I liked that Ruth and Paul both had strong views on war that neither could be swayed from.

Very enjoyable! She never fails to write wonderful love stories with some twist of antagonism

Paid for the book. It said it was 400 pages. It was 70 some pages... not happy